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Windmist Farm - local, homegrown meats ~Page 2 Albert Read III Memorial Working Steer Teamster Award ~ Page 5

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Mielke Market Weekly A15 Crop Comments A9 Focus on Ag A11 Moo News A29 Auctions B1 Classifieds B19 Farmer to Farmer A12

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Windmist Farm — local, homegrown meats

by Sanne Kure-Jensen Windmist Farm of Jamestown, RI offers customers and animals a bucolic environment producing delicious, locallygrown, grass-fed beef, pasture-raised pork, lamb, chevon (goat) and poultry. The low stress, healthy lifestyle means that animals can be raised without artificial growth hormones or antibiotics.

Raising grass-fed beef is all about the quality of their pasture and forage.

In New England the ideal blend includes orchard grass, canary grass, perennial ryegrass, bird’s foot trefoil and legumes like red and white clover.

Careful soil and pasture management lead to ideal growth and hence the animals produce tender meats.

Cows and sheep are 100 percent grass-fed and routinely rotated though their fields. All the animals are rotated regularly throughout the fields. At Windmist Farm pigs and chickens receive a daily grain supplement. The farm has prolific free-range guinea fowl, surprising since

Windmist Farm's resident llama "Jude" protects the goats from coyotes. Two horses keep him company.

they are not known for being great parents.

Predation protection: The pigs and chickens are guarded from coyotes by ‘Wooley’ and ‘Ranger, two Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd blends. A llama named ‘Jude’ watches over the goats and horses.

Martha learned that llamas need to be raised with goats to make this match work; later introduction can lead to excessive mounting unless the llama is

Martha Neale of Windmist Farm with her Red Star chickens and their portable home. Moved to fresh pasture daily, it takes about 20 minutes to move the fence, coop, water and grain feeder.

neutered.

Late summer/fall: The bull is only allowed to join the herd from July to September for spring calving. The ram is allowed in the sheep pen in November for late winter lambing. No pigs or meat birds are overwintered so breeding timing is not an issue.

Winter Seasons: Some of the goats were headed for the freezer but many will spend the winter on the farm. The same goes for the meat birds: red chickens and white turkeys. Two steers are processed every four to six weeks through the fall. 40 spring piglets are now ready for processing; each week through early December five more will be processed. No pigs are overwintered; a new batch will be purchased next year.

Red Star chickens were brought in as layers their first year and most will be in the freezer by the next fall. Overwintering layers will have their pens shoveled of snow this winter to encourage grazing and better health. Martha plans on starting with all new birds this spring; they will be brought in at four months of age — already

laying.

Processing: Windmist Farm is a member of the Rhode Island Raised Livestock Association whose members process animals at nearby Rhode Island Beef and Veal, Inc. and Westerly Packing.

A portable poultry processing trailer is parked at Windmist Farm this year run by Pat’s Pastured. Next year the portable plant will move to Pat’s new site at the Briggs-Boesch Farm in East Greenwich, RI. Chickens and turkeys can be dispatched, scalded, plucked and packaged at a rate or 35 to 40 birds per hour or 300 to 400 birds per day.

Farmers can bring caged birds, or the trailer can relocate to their farms.

Current and past projects: Windmist Farm has benefited from NRCS grants for new 72’ High tunnel going in this winter. Past projects include an irrigation pond and spillway for marsh protection, a concrete pad with waterer for winter feeding, piping, water hydrants and a well.

Son, Tucker and his new bride moved into a completely renovated home on the farm after their September farm wedding. The family is comforted to know the land will remain a farm since it was preserved through a perpetual conservation easement.

Several old fields have been successfully reseeded. They harrowed in two directions, waited three to four weeks and repeated before seeding with a mix of winter rye, sorghum and millet.

The sorghum was especially favored by the cows and pigs.

This past summer, one barn was overhauled with horse stalls and two large walk-in coolers.

History: Windmist Farm on Conanicut Island in Narragansett Bay, RI, has been farmed since colonial days.

Since the 1960s, George Neale has kept cows. In the early 90’s he and Martha purchased their first three “Oreo” or Belted Galloway cows.

Windmist Farm is now well-known for its large herd of “belties” highly visible from the Newport Bridge. A real family farm, all the Neales help raise goats, sheep, chickens and heritage pigs offering healthy local meats and more to their community.

Windmist Farm was selected Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District “Conservation Farm of the Year in 2005.”

In 2007 Windmist Farm signed a perpetual conservation easement to keep the farm forever agricultural land. Funds were raised by dedicated individuals, a bond floated by the Town of Jamestown, the Champlin Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, along with state and federal grants.

Locally grown,

healthy and homegrown meats: The Neale family is proud to offer its naturally-raised meats and eggs to Rhode Island and s o u t h e a s t e r n Massachusetts.

Windmist Farm’s meat room has freezers full of various cuts of our naturally-raised 100 percent grass fed beef, pastured pork, lamb and goat. All are USDA processed and individually packed. Cut flowers, cider and turkeys are available seasonally.

Windmist Farm and the Neale family are members of the Conanicut Grange, the Rhode Island Raised Livestock Association, the Rhode Island Farm Bureau, the U.S. Belted Galloway Society, Inc and Farm Fresh RI. Windmist Farm has sold meats through the Farm Fresh RI’s Market Mobile to chefs and caterers for the past two years. Market Mobile serves chefs at restaurants and large commercial kitchens.

For more information on Windmist Farm, see www.windmistfarm.com or call 401-423-9767.

Martha Neale with the last of this season's pigs.

Photos by Sanne Kure-Jensen

Kingdom Creamery offers local ice cream

by Bethany M. Dunbar EAST HARDWICK, VT — Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom has new line of local dairy products. Kingdom Creamery is making and selling ice cream in pint cartons, yogurt, and ice cream mixes to be used in soft ice cream machines.

The extended Michaud family has taken on this new venture as a way to take control of the price they are paid for their milk.

“We had discussed it as a family in 2006,” said Jeremy

Michaud in an interview at the family’s farm in between chores, discussing product sales to potential retailers, and raising four bright-eyed boys.

The family owns two big dairy farms — about 600 milking cows in all plus 550 head of young stock.

“This is a long-term solution for our family,” he said.

The family members involved in the dairy farms include Jeremy Michaud’s parents, Denis and Claire, his grandmother, Marie Paule, his two

brothers, Travis and Daniel, and all three brothers’ wives and children.

“We all grew up here,” he said. “The farm started in the early ‘50s by my grandparents who were Canadian immigrants.”

His grandfather, Yvon, died about 10 years ago.

“My father took over the farm right out of high school,” said Jeremy Michaud.

The Michauds have already had some success at side businesses while maintaining dairy

farms all along.

Denis Michaud started a septic business in 1980, and Claire Michaud had a hairdressing business. They also had businesses maple sugaring, selling Christmas wreaths, raising and selling Devon cattle and making and selling compost.

“That came about by accident,” said Jeremy Michaud.

He said people heard they were making compost and just started showing up asking to buy some. So far they have only sold it in bulk, but they

are thinking about getting into smaller quantities in bags.

So going into a new business wasn’t a foreign idea for the Michauds.

“We’ve got our feet in a lot of different puddles.”

Jeremy Michaud and his two brothers went to college and came home hoping to make a go of it farming. Jeremy went to Cornell and his brothers bothwent to SUNY in Morrisville, NY.

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Woodbury FFA members strike gold at national competition

Food Science Team members, from left to right, are coach William Davenport, Jessica DiFabbio, Mary McCart, Katherine Pannill and Alexis Parchment.

Agricultural Communications Team members, from left to right, are Courtney Nastri, Talia Martino, Melissa Gyba, Denielle Gamelin , Summer Churchill and coach William Davenport.

Meats Evaluation Team members, from left to right, are coach William Davenport, coach Jason Woike of LaBonnes in Woodbury, Samantha Blick, Becca Espitee, TJ Meyer, Chris Ricard and two corporate representatives from Hormel Foods Corporation.

Floriculture Team members, pictured from left to right, are coach Eric Birkenberger, Krystina Mancini, Emily McCormack, Christa Roth and William Warner.

Nursery Landscaping Team members, from left to right, are Tom DiMarco, coach Eric Birkenberger, Dana Dessereaux, Patrick Dunham, Robert Peterson, Megan Williams and a corporate sponsor representative.

Forestry Team members are, from left to right, are Graham Baldwin, Jeff Curless, Ron East and Nate Jejer.

Food Science Gold Medal Team, second place team in the country.

Mary McCart, Seymour, Gold Medal, second place Individual, $1,000 scholarship; Jessica DiFabbio, New Milford, Gold Medal, seventh place Individual, $1,000 scholarship; Alexis Parchment, Ansonia, Gold Medal, 12th place Individual; Kat Pannill, Woodbridge, Silver Medal.

Agricultural Communications Gold Medal Team, 9th place team in the country Melissa Gyba, Oxford, Gold

Medal; Denielle Gamelin, Roxbury, Gold Medal; Courtney Nastri, Seymour, Silver Medal; Summer Churchill, Woodbury, Silver Medal, Talia Martino, Oxford, Silver Medal Meats Evaluation Silver Medal Team.

TJ Meyer, Southbury, Gold Medal; Rebecca Espitee, New Milford, Silver Medal; Samantha Blick, Bethlehem, Silver Medal, Chris Ricard, Woodbury,Silver Medal.

Floriculture Silver Medal Team.

Christa Roth, Danbury, Gold

Medal; Emily McCormack, Watertown, Silver Medal; Krystina Mancini, Watertown, Silver Medal; William Warner, Middlebury, Silver Medal.

Nursery Landscaping Silver Medal Team.

Patrick Dunham, Woodbury, Gold Medal; Dana Dessereaux, Southbury, Silver Medal; Megan Williams, Woodbury, Silver Medal; Robert Peterson, Woodbury, Silver Medal.

Forestry Silver Medal Team Graham Baldwin, New Milford, Silver Medal; Jeff

Curless, Watertown, Silver Medal; Nate Jejer, New Milford, Silver Medal; Ron East, Oxford, Bronze Medal.

Poultry Judging Silver Medal Team.

Madison Crane, Woodbury, Silver Medal; Matt Maciejko, Oxford, Silver Medal; Elliott Wolff, Woodbridge, Silver Medal; Jordan Zitnay, Oxford, Silver Medal.

Farm Business Management Silver Medal Team.

Abby Ray, Woodbury, Silver

Woodbury FFA

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The Woodbury FFA chapter located at Nonnewaug High School in Woodbury sent 44 students and graduates to the National FFA Convention held recently in Indianapolis, IN. Because the Woodbury FFA members won first place in 12 different state FFA judging contests during the past school year, the 44 students earned the opportunity to represent the chapter and the state at the National FFA competition.

In 2002, the Woodbury FFA chapter set a new national record of having 11 state-winning teams competing at nationals in the same year from the same chapter.

This year, they once again had 11win state championships during the past school year and competed against the best teams from each state across the country.

Thus, the Woodbury FFA Chapter is the only chapter in the nation, out of over 7,300 FFA chapters and over 500,000 FFA members nationwide, to send 11 teams to national competition from one chapter in the same year. No other FFA chapter has ever accomplished this feat in the 84 years the National FFA has existed.

Not only was the Woodbury FFA chapter represented by 11 different teams in national competition, but the members achieved outstanding results against the nation’s most talented students and teams.

The Woodbury FFA Food Science Team placed second in the nation, and came home with a Gold Team Medal, as well as three of the four members earning Individual Gold Medals for their efforts in this competition. The chapter’s Agricultural Communications Team placed ninth in the country, earning a Gold Team Medal as well. The chapter earned nine Silver Team Medals and two Bronze Team Medals during the week-long convention attended by over 54,000 FFA members from across the country.

Individuals on all of these teams earned a total of eight Gold Medals, 26 Silver Medals, and eight Bronze Medals for the Woodbury FFA Chapter.

Top 10 individual results included Mary McCart, placing second in the country in Food Science and receiving a $1,000 scholarship, and Jessica DiFabbio, placing seventhth in Food Science and receiving a $1,000 scholarship. Other Gold Medal recipients included Alexis Parchment, 12th place in Food Science; Melisa Gyba and Denielle Gamelin earning Gold Medals in Agricultural Communications; Christa Roth, earning a Gold Medal in Floriculture; TJ Meyer earning a Gold Medal in Meats Evaluation; and Patrick Dunham earning a Gold Medal in Nursery/Landscaping.

Complete team placings and individual results are as follows:

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Medal; Morgan Thornsberry, New Milford, Silver Medal; Megan Mitchell, Middlebury, Silver Medal; Molly Korowotny, Southbury, Bronze Medal.

Agricultural Mechanics Silver Medal Team.

Chris Laurentus, Woodbury, Silver Medal; Drew Zielinski, Bethany, Silver Medal; Allen Baldwin, Bethlehem, Bronze Medal; Ryan Mitchell,

Middlebury, Bronze Medal.

Livestock Judging Bronze Medal Team Zach Ready, Southbury, Silver Medal; Taylor Panagrosso, Woodbury, Bronze Medal; Alicia Audet, Woodbury, Bronze Medal; Molly Bryant, Newtown, Bronze Medal.

Job Interview Dale Eriksen, Bethlehem, Individual Bronze Medal.

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Poultry Judging Team members, from left to right, are coach Sarah LaRose, Maddie Crane, Matt Maciejko, Elliott Wolff, Jordan Zitnay and an industry sponsor representative.

Farm Business Management Team members, pictured, left to right, are Molly Korowotny, Megan Mitchell, Abby Ray, Morgan Thornsberry, and a corporate sponsor representative.

Photos courtesy of Woodbury FFA

Cover photo by Sanne Kure-Jensen Martha Neal of Windmist Farm and her Belted Galloways, Pigtail posts and polywire make grazing rotation fast and easy.

Ag Mechanics Team members, left to right, are coach Ed Belinsky, Adam Baldwin, Chris Laurentus, Ryan Mitchell and Drew Zielinski.

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Livestock Judging Team members, pictured, from left to right, are Advisor Sarah LaRose, Alicia Audet, Molly Bryant, Taylor Panagrosso, Zach Ready and a corporate sponsor representative.

Dale Eriksen earned a National Bronze medal in the Job Interview competition. He is pictured here with coach Sarah LaRose.

Albert Read III Memorial Working Steer Teamster Award

by Kathy Jablonski Extension Educator 4-H Youth Development Taylor Morris beamed as her name was announced for the 2011 Albert Read III Award at July’s North Haverhill Fair.

Morris, a senior at Woodsville High School and a member of the Jolly Farmers’ 4-H Club, has been showing a working steer team for the past five years.

The award is given in memory of Albert Read III by his children, Linda Stoddard, Faith Dellarova, Albert Read IV and Joyce Read. The trophy is presented to the teamster who shows respect to others, integrity in showing their team and the overall showmanship spirit of 4-H. The fair is an

important part of the public’s education about agriculture and the recipient of this award participated in demonstrations throughout the fair and thoughtfully answered the public’s questions about her 4-H project.

Taylor is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morris of Gamblin Farm, Haverhill, NH. She comes from a line of 4-H dairy showman, but is the first in her family to branch out and work with steers.

Morris is the second recipient of the award. Kyle Boutin of Piermont received it last year.

This is an award that means something special to a showman, not only to be selected and presented the award, but also because of the signifi-

Kingdom Creamery But the federal milk price was so bad in 2009 that they began to wonder if they could all make it work.

“You end up fighting with each other over the stupidest things,” he said.

That was the year that made them decide as a family to seriously look into making a valueadded product. Jeremy Michaud said they got a lot of help from the Farm Viability Enhancement Program.

“We obviously knew we needed a business plan,” he said. They got in touch with a business planner named Rosalie Wilson of Norwich, VT, whose help has been instrumental.

“She’s been working with us right from the very beginning.”

A lot of it was searching for information and crunching numbers, which they have done over and over.

Michaud said the Vermont Agency of

Agriculture was a great help, and they ended up getting some grants to help make the project feasible.

At first they thought of simply bottling milk.

“The obvious logic was to bottle milk, but the margins were tight there as well, and there’s a lot of competition for shelf space.”

He said they realized there are a number of people making artisan cheeses and they decided to do something different.

“We needed our own niche,” he said.

They considered buying out the Vermont Milk Company facility in Hardwick, VT, but that didn’t end up making much sense. They would have to truck the milk four miles and pay extra for water and sewer costs in the industrial park. It ended up making more sense to build a new plant just the size they needed.

They went to the

Taylor Morris, member of the Jolly Farmers 4-H Club, was awarded the Read Award at the 2011 North Haverhill Fair. The trophy, given in honor of Arthur Read III, is presented to the teamster who shows respect to others, integrity in showing their team and overall showmanship spirit of 4-H. Pictured with Taylor are Read’s children, Arthur Read, Joyce Read, Faith Dellarova, and Linda Stoddard.

“He made sure all the grandkids knew about teamsters,” Dellarova continued, “He had up to 10 pairs at a time. He’d hitch ’em all together and make them work.”

According to the family members present, it is one of the family’s fondest memories: seeing him work a team.

Grandson Jared LaBelle, home on military leave to watch his siblings’ show, grinned when I asked him what he had learned from his grandfather and showing working steers. As his eyes twinkled, he replied, “It taught responsibility. We had a lot of fun — fun working with the animals, fun meeting lots of

friends. One thing it really taught me was to care for animals and respect them and what they do.”

I had to ask him why he spent his last days of leave at the fair. “I’m here to help my brother. It’s his first year showing and that’s what we do. Support each other.” His parents smiled in the background and agreed.

“It’s a family affair,” said Brenda Carey.

For more information about 4-H in Grafton County, or other programs of UNH Cooperative Extension, visit our website at http://extension.unh.edu/Counties/Graft on/Grafton.htm

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The Kingdom Creamery has equipment for pasteurizing, mixing, adding ingredients, and packaging ice cream and yogurt, plus a walk-in freezer. Soon there will be a retail space as well. Left to right are Lincoln, Morgan, Dawson in the stroller, and Gabriel Michaud.

Photo by Bethany Dunbar

Vermont Milk Company auction, though, in March 2010, and ended up buying some of the equipment from that company but not the building. At that point they realized their idea was becoming a serious plan.

Once they had come up with the name Kingdom Creamery they started looking at some

possible labels and logos.

As it turned out, the youngest generation picked their favorite logo — a cow and a knight back to back with each other, along with some properly Medieval-looking text.

The other big thing was trying out ice cream recipes, and the youngest generation has been quite helpful with

that as well. At this point they are making maple with their own maple syrup and maple sugar, chocolate, vanilla, coffee, and they are working on a recipe for strawberry.

“Our maple is probably the best,” Jeremy Michaud said. “I don’t think it gets any more Vermont than that.”

At the time of this interview, Michaud did not yet have a list of retailers as they are just now making those connections. But the products will be available at the plant as well as local stores.

The Michauds ship most of their milk to Dairylea, and that buyer has accepted the fact that they will be keeping some of the milk to make their own products. At this point, Michaud said the plant they have built could handle four to five million pounds of milk annually, and the family’s two dairy farms make 14 million pounds.

Asked if the plant

could handle all of it or if they might buy milk from neighbors at some point, Michaud said, “We’ll cross that bridge if we are ever fortunate enough to get there.”

They are hoping to be able to sell 70,000 gallons of ice cream, 24,000 gallons of yogurt, and 12,000 to 15,000 pounds of ice cream mixes.

So far the Kingdom Creamery has hired a creative director, a sales and marketing person, and a plant manager.

Jeremy Michaud is the general manager.

Other than that, the employees are the extended family. That is: Jeremy and his wife Leslie and their four children, Lincoln, Gabriel, Morgan and Dawson; Travis and Crystal and their three children, Hunter, Haley and Hadley; and Daniel and Emily and their two children, Natalie and Talon.

The business’s website is kingdomcreameryofvermont.com

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Taylor Morris with her Dutch Belt steers Pat and Cub.

cance behind it. When I asked why the Read family gives the award, daughter Faith Dellarova told me, “It’s becoming a lost art. If it wasn’t for 4H, there wouldn’t be any of it (working steer training).”

I asked again, “Why do you give this award in honor of your father?”

A small smile crossed her face as Dellarova reminisced, “We did all kinds of herdsmanship. It was real important to him, the way you displayed your animals and what information you gave. If we did well in herdsmanship, he was proud, no matter how we placed in the rest of the events.” (Herdsmanship is the ability of the exhibitor to properly groom, feed and care for their livestock. It includes, in 4-H circles, the ability of the exhibitor to walk the animal around the ring and present it to a judge in the most flattering way.

Herdsmanship categories include the judge asking each exhibitor general animal and veterinary science questions about their animals.)

David Carey’s children exhibited working steers for the first time at North Haverhill Fair. As one of the grandchildren of Read III, he chimed in with Dellarova’s comments, “He always had us working a team- coaching us as we went, telling us the tricks of the trade. He had a spring out back of his barn with all kinds of signs we needed to follow. He always had a team for us.”

Home,, Family,, Friendss & You The Kitchen Diva

by Angela Shelf Medearis

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Talking Turkey Preparing a turkey for the first time can be a daunting task, unless you know a few tricks. No matter how many guests are expected — whether it’s dinner for four or 24, allow 1 pound of turkey per person. I never buy a turkey more than 14 pounds, as it’s easier to cook two turkeys than it is to wrestle a turkey weighing 25 plus pounds in and out of the oven.

I cook one turkey the day before Thanksgiving. I let it rest and carve it ahead of time, cover it with basting juices and aluminum foil to keep it moist, and reheat it to serve during the meal. I also roast a turkey on Thanksgiving day. It’s my “show” bird — the one I display whole on a decorated platter. While my guests are serving themselves, I can carve the other turkey without feeling rushed.

When selecting a turkey, it’s better to pick an unstuffed turkey for safety reasons, and then season and baste the bird yourself so that you can control the quality of the ingredients. The “pop-up” timer that you find in some brands of turkey usually only pops up when the turkey is overcooked! If you want to use a brand with a timer, leave it in place until the turkey is ready to carve, but use a conventional meat thermometer to check your bird for doneness.

If buying a frozen turkey, forgetting to thaw it out is a common mistake that many cooks make during the holidays. Allow approximately 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds of turkey, approximately three to seven days before Thanksgiving. Thaw the turkey in the refrigerator on a rimmed pan to catch any drips or in a cooler kept at 38 F. If you’re preparing a turkey for the first time, my recipe for this Easy Holiday Turkey is a great way to begin. Read over the instructions a few days before the holidays, purchase and prep your ingredients ahead of time, and enjoy your Thanksgiving with a lot less stress!

Easy Holiday Turkey 1 (12 to 14 pound) turkey (not self-basting) 3/4 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons poultry seasoning 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 1 stick unsalted butter, melted Aromatics: 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped 3 large carrots, chopped 2 large apples, cored and chopped 2 to 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, parsley, in any combination 6 sage leaves 1/2 cup water or chicken broth 1. Adjust the oven racks to the lowest level of the oven. Preheat oven to 500°F. 2. Pull the package containing the neck and giblets out of the neck and interior rear cavity of the turkey (neck cavity may be covered with a flap of skin). Set the liver, heart and giblets aside to use for the gravy.

Reserve the turkey neck to use with the aromatics for the basting broth.

3. Rinse the turkey with cold water inside and out.

Dry the turkey skin with food-safe paper towels. The turkey will not brown if the skin is still wet. The turkey probably will have the legs trussed in a metal or plastic clamp. Release the legs from the clamp and discard the truss. This will allow the dark meat on the legs to cook faster.

4. Rub the turkey inside and out with the canola oil.

Sprinkle turkey all over, inside and out with the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper.

5. Fill the turkey with half of the aromatics — chopped onions, carrots, apples and herbs. Place the turkey neck and the rest of the aromatics in the bottom of the roasting pan with the water or chicken broth.

6. Place a sheet of aluminum foil on a roasting rack and place it inside of a roasting pan. Using the tip of

Traditional desserts add a fitting finish to Thanksgiving feasts (NAPSA) — One thing most people are thankful for each Thanksgiving is a variety of desserts including pumpkin and pecan pies.

Pumpkin pie dates back to at least 1621, when Native Americans introduced the crop to the early American settlers of Plymouth. Hollowed-out shells were probably mixed with milk, honey and spices and then baked in hot ashes, as the early colonists did not have ovens.

Tradition says the French were introduced to pecans by Native Americans and invented pecan pie soon after settling in New Orleans, but no recipes have been found that date before 1925. Karo knows from its history that the popular corn syrup version of pecan pie was a 1930s “discovery.”

Karo syrup has long been an essential ingredient in classic pecan and pumpkin pies. Typically, light corn syrup is used when a delicately sweet flavor is desired, such as in fruit sauces and jams.

With its more robust flavor and color, dark Karo syrup is ideal for many baked goods. Karo corn syrups used in baking contain 0 grams of high-fructose corn syrup. Both varieties are gluten-free. Here are two crowd-pleasing recipes for your Thanksgiving feast:

Classic Karo Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon and Spiced Whipped Cream Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 55 to 65 minutes Cool time: 2 hours Yield: 8 servings Classic Pumpkin Pie: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

2 eggs 1/2 cup Karo Dark (preferred) or Light Corn Syrup 1 can (15 or 16 ounces) pumpkin 1 can (12 fluid ounces) evaporated milk 1 (9- to 9.5-inch) unbaked deep-dish piecrust Spiced Whipped Cream: 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash ground nutmeg Preheat oven to 425° F. For pie: Mix sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger and cloves together in a large bowl. Add eggs and beat slightly. Add corn syrup, pumpkin and evaporated milk; blend well.

Pour filling carefully into piecrust. Do not overfill crust. The amount of filling prepared may exceed the capacity of a 9-inch piecrust.

Bake for 15 minutes; reduce oven temperature to 350° F and continue baking for 40 to 50 minutes, or until knife inserted in center of pie comes out clean.

Cool on wire rack for 2 hours before serving.

For whipped cream: Pour cream into medium-sized bowl. Beat cream 3 to 4 minutes until soft peaks begin to form. Gradually add brown sugar, being careful not to overbeat. Fold in vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg.

stock.xchg photo a knife, poke 20 to 30 holes in the foil. Place the turkey, breast-side down, on the foil-covered rack.

Roast for 30 minutes (set the timer on the oven to prevent overcooking).

7. Turn the temperature down to 325 F. Turn the turkey breast-side up and tuck wing tips underneath the bird. Baste, inside and out, with the melted butter and the juices that have collected in the bottom of the roasting pan.

8. Roast for 1 1/2 hours for a 12-pound turkey (a 14- to 16-pound bird will require 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

Add an extra 15 minutes per pound for larger birds).

Roast the turkey until the meat at the thigh (when the thermometer is inserted without touching the bone), the thickest part of the wing and the meat at the breast registers 165°F. At this temperature, juices should be clear, not reddish pink, when thigh muscle is pierced deeply.

9. Cover the turkey breast loosely with a sheet of aluminum foil, creased in the middle to make a tent, to keep the turkey warm without steaming the crispy skin. Let the turkey rest for at least 30 minutes before carving. (c) 2011 King Features Synd., Inc. 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) pecans 1 (9-inch) unbaked or frozen* deep-dish piecrust Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix corn syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into piecrust.

Bake on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes (see tips for doneness, below). Cool for 2 hours on wire rack before serving. *To use prepared frozen piecrust: Place cookie sheet in oven and preheat oven as directed. Pour filling into frozen crust and bake on preheated cookie sheet.

Recipe Tips: Pie is done when center reaches 200° F. Tap center surface of pie lightly-it should spring back when done. For easy cleanup, spray pie pan with cooking spray before placing piecrust in pan. If piecrust is overbrowning, cover edges with foil.

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by Paris Reidhead Field Crops Consultant (Contact: renrock46@hotmail.com)

Stockpiling brussels sprouts Early in my experience with advising organic dairy farmers, a decade and a half ago, I encountered the concept of stockpiling forages. At first, I thought the term meant that hay, most

likely large square bales was piled so that cattle could self-feed, hopefully not making too big a mess, and wasting too much. Then, in 1997, I borrowed a copy of Quality Pasture by Allan Nation, published by Green Park Press (1995). Allan

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My ideas on stockpiling kicked back into gear upon reading an excellent article in the most recent Country Folks (11/14/11), written by Katie Navarra. Her article dealt with stockpiling forages. I consider what she wrote very timely, not because the management pointers she spelled out can be followed right away; rather because livestock people can make a commitment to be doing something different, and more productive, 12 months

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I see an interesting parallel between the commitment on the part of a grazier to be harvesting stockpiled forage one year from now and my missing the free meal offered by Applebee’s Restaurant to military veterans, and active duty personnel, on Veterans’ Day just past. Family commitments on Nov. 11 made it impossible for Sue and me to take advantage of that meal special, so we went to that restaurant for dinner two days later. I asked the waitress what the meal offerings to fellow vets had been. She rattled them off, saying that beverage and dessert were not included. She said that proof of military service was required, and most people just showed their dog tags. I told her I knew exactly where my dog tags were and looked forward to next year.

When it comes to cropping decisions, there’s always next year. If the idea of planning ahead is relevant for anything, it certainly pertains to crop programs. With seedcorn supply promising to be very tight and very expensive, going back to the 2012 cropping drawing board is a particularly good idea. Other crop inputs won’t be much cheaper, so a creation that serves as a self-propelled (walking) fertilizer applicator is about as low input as possible.

Ms. Navarra referred to grazing research done by Laura Paine, who handles organic livestock programs for Cooperative Extension at the University of Wisconsin. I let my fingers do the walking and, with a few clicks on the Internet, tapped into her writings. Ms. Paine has worked with Allan Nation in pasture management seminars. I’ll try to single out some high points of her writings.

The concept of stockpiling is simple. Rather than cutting, drying, and storing hay to feed in winter, you grow pasture forage until frost and let the animals harvest their own feed as late into winter as weather conditions allow. Most classes of livestock can graze through up to eight inches of snow and are comfortable in much colder temperatures than many people imagine. (Bovines are as comfortable in 55 degree F. temperatures, as humans are at 70 degrees.) However, like everything in pasture management, it’s more

complicated in practice.

Successful stockpiling is a result of planning, timing, and luck.

There are two main reasons given for stockpiling. The first and most obvious one is that it replaces mechanically harvested, stored feed with the cheapest feed we can produce — pasture. It should save money. The other reason is that it can improve pasture utilization the following season by staggering spring and early summer grass growth. Fifty percent or more of pasture growth occurs during the ‘spring flush’. Making hay off some acres is the most common way to deal with this overabundance. The idea behind stockpiling is that winter grazing of some paddocks can help stage paddocks to accumulate forage at different rates in spring.

Paine mentioned a very comprehensive study conducted in 1996 and 1997 in Wisconsin at Arlington, Lancaster, and Marshfield. The study looked at seven grass species, three harvest dates, and four nitrogen treatments at three sites in Wisconsin. The seven grass species were late orchardgrass, early orchardgrass, quackgrass, reed canarygrass, smooth bromegrass, tall fescue, and timothy.

These species are as well-adapted to northeast conditions as they are to Wisconsin soil and weather scenarios. Various rates of nitrogen were applied to the pasture stands during the growing season. In most situations, such nitrogen applications showed an economic return. For organic graziers available nitrogen sources are more limited, compared to what is available to conventional pasture managers.

She stresses that stockpiling pasture should begin in August, which allows grasses time to rest and regrow up till the first frost.

Paine has found that forage mass and quality is maintained by cold, dry weather, which tends to keep vegetation from maturing any further.

When it gets really cold, perennial plants, be they grasses or legumes, tend to chase available starches into their roots to become energy reserves. When alfalfa becomes blue/grey, these short-chain carbohydrates have already gone underground (my words, not hers). Check out

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has been editor of the Stockman Grass Farmer since 1977. I read the book entirely, then returned it to its owner.

Early in Nation’s book, I learned that stockpiling forages is the practice of managing standing pasture, so as to maximize the quality and quantity of that roughage presented to grazing livestock beyond the end of normal pasture season. This statement is my attempt to recall Nation’s words, since his book is not in front of me as I write.

Donations available to farm Families hurt by Irene and Lee Farm Credit East encourages farm families impacted by Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee to apply for financial assistance through the Farm Credit East Cares Community Fund. In coordination with United Way, the fund will be providing donations of up to $500 to aid farm families during the holiday season.

“The Irene and Lee disasters have placed nu-

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Farm families within the states of New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island are eligible

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which literally have antifreeze properties. The Brussels sprouts in our garden are doing quite well; even the broccoli plants continue forming florets; those two vegetables are also brassicas.

We can accurately say we are stockpiling our Brussels sprouts. We pick the little green balls, wash them, butter them, steam them, then down the hatch. The deer have been eating the leaves.

When it gets much colder (we’ve already hit 15

degrees in Hartwick), the sprouts will become sweeter, and more attractive to the deer. Just before that happens, I’ll lop off the stalks and store them someplace cool inside.

As I try to get readers to think about stockpiling forage next year, I’m thinking about the Veterans’ Day deal at Applebee’s (mind you… we’ll dine there again a few times, in the meanwhile): I think I’ll order baby back ribs next November.

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supporting farm families can contribute to this fund by sending a check to United Way GCR — 2011 Farm Assistance, United Way of the Greater Capital Region, PO Box 13865, Albany, NY 12212, or visit www.unitedwaygcr.org/ donate.aspx (in the honor section — type in Farm Assistance). All funds will be distributed to affected farms or nonprofit organizations that

are directly assisting farmers impacted by these disasters.

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Crop from A9 Laura’s work at www.uwex.edu/ces/cro ps/uwforage/GN-StockpilingPastures.pdf When it gets really cold, down to single digits, graze-able brassicas like turnips, kale, and even mustards, behave like the Energizer bunny: they take a licking, and keep on ticking. I believe that these brassicas, although summer annuals, extend the grazing season past what stockpiled grasses can deliver.

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by Cyndie Sirekis No matter where you live in America — in a rural area, on a farm or ranch, in the city or suburbs, or anywhere in between — it’s a fair bet that traditions will be a major part in your Thanksgiving celebration.

Watching the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ranks high on the list of “can’t miss it” traditions for a lot of people.

Although home cooks may hate to admit it, long hours in the kitchen preparing a holiday meal, even one as delectable as Thanksgiving dinner, can be lonely. Watching the parade’s fantastic floats,

marching bands and warbling singers helps pass the time.

Football is a time-honored Thanksgiving tradition for many sports lovers, whether that means tossing a pigskin on the front lawn for an hour or two before dinner or settling in to watch a big game on TV. Hunting remains a popular pastime around Thanksgiving and interest is growing. A recent National Shooting Sports Foundation report revealed that 21.8 million Americans (most hailing from small towns and rural areas) went hunting at least one time in the past

five years. That’s up from about 14 million a few years ago. Another NSSF study found that 83 percent of those surveyed consider deer as their top priority; hunting upland game birds such as turkeys, quail, pheasants, doves and grouse is also popular.

In the week leading up to and including Thanksgiving, supporters of National Farm-City Week will host celebrations with the goal of increasing understanding and forging lasting connections between the farmers who grow our nation’s food and those who consume it. That tradition

was started in 1955 and is still going strong.

Eating turkey would likely rank high on the list of food-centric traditions for the holiday. A whopping 46 million birds will be cooked and eaten on Thanksgiving Day. Most will be ovenroasted, although some will be smoked or fried. In the South, Cajun fried turkey is a particular favorite.

Enjoying other special foods that grace our tables only around the holidays (for the most part) is another highly anticipated tradition. Those of us looking forward to dishes such as cranberry

FOCUS ON AGRICULTURE American Farm Bureau Federation salad with pecans, sweet potatoes with pecans or pecan pie, may have to pay a bit more for the nutty delights because a much smaller crop than usual was harvested.

This year’s drought took a heavy toll in the top three pecan-producing states — Texas, New Mexico and Georgia.

Finding out the average cost for a classic Thanksgiving dinner as calculated by the American Farm Bureau has been a tradition for many over the past 26 years. This year, our wallets will open a little wider to pay for the

feast, as the average cost increased 13 percent to $49.20 for a meal for 10 that includes a 16-pound turkey and all the trimmings.

Gathering with family and friends to celebrate and express thanks for blessings received is perhaps rightfully considered the most cherished tradition of Thanksgiving.

Anything else is just icing on the cake.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Cyndie Sirekis is director of news services with the American Farm Bureau Federation.

Scholarships for college ag students available arships to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field during the 2012-13 school year.

“As schedules become increasingly busy over the holidays and finals season, interested candidates should make time soon for NCGA scholar-

ship applications to make sure that they meet the Dec. 9 deadline,” said Brandon Hunnicutt, NCGA’s Grower Services Action Team Chair. “This

program is important for candidates as it helps fund their ongoing education, but it is also important for the industry as a whole. By helping to-

morrow’s leaders further their studies, we proactively create a generation ready to lead agriculture for decades to come.”

Applicants for the NCGA Academic Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship Program must be entering at least their second undergraduate year or any year of graduate study, and they, or a parent or legal guardian, must be an NCGA member. Scholarship applications must be postmarked on or before Dec. 9.

Scholarship recipients will be selected in early 2012. Recipients and a parent or guardian will enjoy travel and lodging to attend a portion of the 2012 Commodity Classic in Nashville, TN, to be recognized at the NCGA Awards Banquet and have the opportunity to learn more about modern agriculture.

This marks the fifth year for the program partnership between BASF and NCGA. Source: NCGA News of the Day, Tuesday, Nov. 1

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ALPACA females, registered, good lines, excellent fiber, $500 each, males $200, selling out. 716-692-8828.(NY)

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3 poultry layer cages, roll out front stackable, used 5 months, clean and complete, $180. 585-765-2606.(NY)

WOOD STOVE, Vermont Castings, Resolute with Warming Shelves, excellent condition, $500. 518-842-6875 after 5:00 pm.(NY)

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1 TON livestock truck, older GMC, good condition, and good box, Rubber 90%, 4 speed, call for details. 607-546-4055.(NY)

ALLIS CHALMERS 7000 runs good, looks good, cab, good tires, 100 horsepower, good solid tractor, $8,000; Also, 16.9/30 tires, $100. 315-858-2847.(NY)

FOR SALE: Beagle puppies, tri colored, $200 each. 315-363-0262.(NY)

NYC Railroad wrenches and spike hammers and other railroad items; Plus, some farm related items. 315-376-6386.(NNY)

NEW IDEA 51’ hay grain conveyor, electric motor, good condition, $1,400; Badger barn cleaner unit, good, $225, please message.(NY)

WANTED: A couple of week old beef cross calves within 100 miles of eastern CT. Leave message. 860-564-5908.(CT)

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499 NH Haybine, 12’ center pivot, good condition, $3,400. NH 256 rakes with double rake hitch, $3,150 OBO. No Sunday Calls. 607-243-7951.(NY) WANTED: Feeder wagon in good condition. 518-762-1354(NY)

1996 Ford LTS 9000 road tractor, 3406E Cat 10 spd, 40,000 rears, new tires, runs great, very good condition. 585-7376116.(NY)

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111 students from 14 colleges participate in 9th Annual Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge Morrisville State College hosted a successful Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge that drew 111 students from 12 northeast colleges and two Canadian universities to Watertown, NY, on Oct. 27-29. This event marked the ninth annual Northeast Re-

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Team members achieving platinum honors at 2011 Northeast Dairy Challenge included (from the left), front row: Lauren Williams, Cornell University; Christy Hindman, Penn State University; Melissa Boess, Penn State University; Audrey Ervin, University of Maryland; Lindsey Peterson, University of New Hampshire; back row: Randy Miller, Cornell University; Megan Hathaway, University of Guelph; Larry Bardoff, Cornell University; Matthew Grab, SUNY Cobleskill; Kyle Sudhoff, The Ohio State University – ATI; Hillary Knight, University of Maine; Chelsea Hargrave, Cornell University; Kenneth Nearhoof, Morrisville State College; Eric Winsor, Cornell University; Aubrey Swanson, Delaware Valley College; Andrew Whitney, Vermont Technical College; Seth Ripley, Morrisville State College; Wade Deaken, University of Guelph; Katie Hanehan, Cornell University

evaluations of the dairy operation.

The objective of this evaluation process is to create a real-life situation that stresses the importance of teamwork and professionalism. In-

develop people skills.”

Farms evaluated at the 2011 competition included Beller Farms, LLC in Carthage, NY, Deer Run Dairy, LLC in Adams, NY, and Murcrest Farms, LLC in

and fun activities were held throughout the weekend to encourage networking among students and sponsors.

Teams, which were

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Everyone knows there is a big problem with conventional milking machines causing mastitis. They routinely tell you it is “management” but are finally paying attention to what we are doing. BouMatic finally recognized their pulsation is inadequate and introduced their new HiFlo pulsator attempting to do what CoPulsation™ has been doing but their best effort still results in fresh air supply taking nearly three times as long as ours to fill the shell and still results in the liner pinching the teat end. WestfaliaSurge tests your IQ with their IQ claw admitting milking machine cross-contamination that Cornell proved ours prevents when tested against their milking system. DeLaval offers a “low slip” liner, does that mean their others are high-slip?

111 from A13 named after top sponsors of the Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge, were ranked as follows: • Platinum – Farm Credit, Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative, Merck Animal Health and Zinpro Corporation • Gold – AgChoice Farm Credit, Alltech, Dairy One, Dairylea Cooperative, DSM Nutritional Products, Elanco Animal Health, Farm Credit Northeast Ag Enhancement, Genex Co-

operative, Inc., Kent Nutrition Group and Select Sires, Inc. • Silver – ABS Global, Inc., Cargill, Inc., Cows Come First, Dairy One, Holtz-Nelson Dairy Consultants, New England Jersey Breeders Association, Northeast Ag & Feed Alliance, Northeast Dairy Producers Association, Shur-Gain, Table Rock Farm and Woody Hill Farm University of Maine will host the 2012 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge. For

more information about next year’s contest, please contact David Marcinkowski of University of Maine at-

davidm@umext.maine.e du. You may also contact industry chair Brett Denny of Vermont DHIA at bdenny@vtd-

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Participants, sponsors and planning committee members of the 2011 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge.

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To become a sponsor, contact Jan Bitter of Farm Credit East at 800-392-3276 or jan.bitter@farmcrediteast.com. All contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the

law. Contributing sponsor listings are available on the Web site.

The Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge is under the guidance and support of the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

(NAIDC) which was established in April 2002 as a management contest to incorporate evaluation of all aspects of a specific dairy business.

For more information, visit www.dairychallenge.org.

Larry Bardoff of Cornell University and Melissa Boess of Penn State University review farm information.

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amount of cheese is moving for the holidays.”

“And with Oceania cheddar prices 35 cents below CME spot prices, it doesn’t appear current price levels are sustainable.”

Analyst Jerry Dryer wrote in his November 4 Dairy and Food Market Analyst; that “Much delayed (holiday) orders for items like pepper Jack and Colby-Jack cheese have shifted milk from barrels to blocks. He quickly adds, “Most observers remain convinced that this is a short-term price phenomenon. Class III futures are also very skeptical of the cheese prices’ staying power.” He pointed out that his “limited survey of cheese heads” found estimates ranging from $1.35-$1.55 per pound when asked what the cheese price would be by late December.

Stewart Peterson dairy advisor, Matt Mattke said in Tuesday’s DairyLine broadcast that, “the seasonal potential that

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got holidays?

Issued Nov. 11, 2011 Cash dairy markets were the center of attention the second week of November as only two dairy industry-watched USDA reports were released. The spot block cheese price closed Friday, Veteran’s Day, at $1.95 per pound, up 7 cents on the week, and 54 cents above a year ago when they lost 7 cents. Barrel closed at $1.98, up 6 on the week, and 61 cents above a year ago. Seven cars of block traded hands on the week and none of barrel. The NASS-surveyed U.S. average block price hit $1.7255, up 0.3 cent. Barrel averaged $1.7588, up 1.8 cents.

FC Stone’s November 4 Dairy Insider reports that cheese market participants “continue to question whether current price levels are fundamentally supported.”

Broker Yanna Zalukina said; “We are not hearing that a substantial

cheese prices will stay strong, bows well for November milk prices.”

Seasonality and correcting for an oversold condition is affecting the market right now, according to Mattke.

“The one good thing that has happened this year that is a bit out of the norm is that we had cheese prices finish up about 9 cents for the month of October and that’s pretty rare,” Mattke said. “When you look back over the past 14 years, there’s only been four times prior to that where October has been an up month for cheese.”

October is one of the more consistent weaker months for cash prices, he said. Moving on from there, he points out that cheese prices this time of the year tend to be, on average, the strongest weeks of the year and credits end user buying for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and Super Bowl.

Weekly cheese inventories have fallen seven out of the last 10 weeks, Mattke reported, to where they’re about 2 percent lower than where they were a year ago “so it’s falling inventory and

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Mielke from A15 seasonality that’s taken over the market.”

The cash butter price fell to $1.74, down 9 1/4-cents on the week and 25 cents below a year ago when it had recaptured 11 cents after plunging 30 1/2-cents the week before. Eight cars were sold on the Veteran’s Day week.

NASS butter averaged $1.8393, up a penny.

Holiday butter orders are also being filled but Jerry Dryer warns that “manufacturers are looking over their shoulders at expensive inventories and big production numbers.” Orders are good, he reports, and holiday promotions are building, but prices are well above a year-ago and “the big question is how much butter will actually cross the scanner at retail?”

He speculates that the CWT program may assist in exporting butter next year but CWT’s own existence may be in question as to whether it has the required 70 percent participation of the nation’s milk supply. We may not have the answers until National Milk’s November 14 annual meeting.

Bill Van Dam, of the Alliance of Western Milk Producers, cautioned in his member newsletter that the scary part of the butter equation is the falling value of anhydrous butter oil in Fonterra’s Global Dairy Auction. He warned that the butterfat corrected price works out to butter values of $1.21.

“However, domestic and export sales have for quite some time now

been robust enough to clear an ever growing output of butter but as we repeatedly learn there is always a price adjustment necessary to keep the volumes moving. This appears to be the case with butter and we can expect a continuing seasonal downward adjustment in prices.

Holiday sales could surprise us if special promotions provide a boost and can keep prices fairly high for now,” he said.

Butter prices in Europe and Oceania are slipping downward, Van Dam reports, but not at a very rapid rate. Inventories are higher than the past year but are not at a level that will be a burden on the market.

“It seems the butter market fundamentals are still OK but the proper clearing price will need to be found.”

California butter production was up 15.5 percent in September (up 18.8 percent in August).

“Our state produces more that 1.5 million pounds of butter every day.

That’s 33 full truckloads of butter every day, he concluded, “The size of this business always amazes me.”

Cash Grade A nonfat dry milk inched a halfcent higher, to $1.4350.

Extra Grade dropped a dime, to $1.48. NASS powder averaged $1.4723, down a penny and a half, and dry whey averaged 63.22 cents, up 0.8 cent.

National Milk’s Roger Cryan writes in his latest market report that milk production growth will

slow through fall but will continue to grow faster than domestic consumption. He also said that higher dairy cow slaughter hasn’t stopped expansion in the dairy herd, pointing out that the increased use of sexsorted semen has meant an increase in the replacement heifer supply.

A study at the University of Florida showed about 1.8 million straws of sexed semen were used in 2009, producing an additional 300,000 heifer calves. Two years later, nearly all of these have grown into addi-

tional replacement cows,

the study showed.

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Mielke from A16 Meanwhile; the Agriculture Department did not change its 2011 0r 2012 milk production forecasts in this month’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report.

Production for 2011 is expected to hit 195.9 billion pounds, up from 192.8 billion in 2010 and 2012 output remains projected at 198.4 billion. 2011 commercial exports were forecast higher. Fat and skimsolids ending stocks

were lowered.

Cheese, butter, and whey prices were forecast higher for both 2011 and 2012, but the nonfat dry milk (NDM) price forecast was reduced for 2011 and unchanged for 2012.

Class III milk prices were raised for 2011 and 2012 on the increased price forecast for cheese and whey. Look for the 2011 Class III average to range $18.30-$18.40 per hundredweight, up 15 cents from last month’s

projection. The 2012 range is now put at $16.70-$17.60, up 40 cents from last month’s estimate. The Class III averaged $14.41 in 2010 and $11.36 in 2009.

The Class IV price forecast was unchanged for 2011 as the higher butter price is mostly offset by a lower NDM price forecast.

However, for 2012 with an unchanged NDM price forecast, the Class IV price forecast was raised due to higher butter prices. Look for the 2011

Class IV price to range $19.05-$19.25, up from $15.09 in 2010 and $10.89 in 2009. The 2012 range was put at $16.40$17.40, up a dime from last month’s estimate.

The all milk price was forecast at $20.10-$20.20 for 2011, and $18.05$18.95 for 2012.

USDA’s November Crop Production report lowered 2011 corn and soybean harvest expectations slightly, but the WASDE report forecast season-average soybean

prices would be lower.

Corn production was forecast at 12.3 billion bushels, down 1 percent from the October forecast and down 1 percent from 2010. If realized, this will be the fourth-largest U.S. production total on record, according to Dairy Profit Weekly.

Based on conditions as of November 1, yields are expected to average 146.7 bushels per acre, down 1.4 bushels from the October forecast and down 6.1 bushels from

2010. If realized, this will be the lowest average yield since 2003. Area harvested for corn grain is forecast at 83.9 million acres, unchanged from the October forecast, but up 3 percent from the previous year. If realized, area harvested for grain will be the second highest on record since 1944, said DPW, behind only the 86.5 million acres harvested in 2007.

The U.S. season-aver-

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Milk sales to benefit Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund MONTPELIER, VT — Consumers buying a gallon of Booth Bros. Milk during the month of November will be contributing to a disaster relief fund benefiting Vermont farmers impacted by Tropical Storm Irene.

Booth Bros. and the Central Vermont Milk Producers Association (CVMPA) announced the

initiative benefiting the Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund administered by the Vermont Community Foundation.

From Nov. 1 through Nov. 30, Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund will receive 10 cents from every gallon container of Booth Bros. Milk sold.

The proceeds, up to $25,000, will be available

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Mielke from A17 age farm price for corn is unchanged at $6.20-7.20 per bushel. Soybean production is forecast at 3.05 billion bushels, down slightly from the October forecast and down 9 percent from last year. Based on November 1 conditions, yields are expected to average 41.3 bushels per acre, down 0.2 bushel from last month and down 2.2 bushels from last year. If realized, the average yield will be the second lowest since 2003. Area for harvest is forecast at 73.7 million acres, unchanged from October but down 4 percent from 2010. Harvested area, if realized, will be the sixth largest ever.

The U.S. season-average soybean price range is projected at $11.60$13.60 per bushel, down 55 cents on both ends of the range. The soybean meal price is projected at $310-$340 per short ton, down $25 on both ends of the range.

USDA lowered its cottonseed estimate by about 100,000 tons, to 5.47 million. That’s down about 628,000 tons from 2010. Drought conditions in many of the cotton growing areas have negatively impacted this year’s crop. The November crop report did not update dry hay production estimates, according to DPW. USDA also reports that disruptions in processing and consumption were noted in the Northeast the week of October 31 as heavy snow caused branches and power lines to break, leaving many consumers without power for extended periods. Manufacturing in the region was heavier as a result.

Milk intakes are near annual low levels in the Northeast, Upper Midwest, and Pacific Northwest. California intakes are both higher and lower and above year ago levels.

Receipts are higher in Florida, Utah and Idaho.

Bottlers were increasing production of eggnog as

well as specialties for holiday consumption such as sour cream, dips, and whipping cream, reducing manufacturing milk supplies in those areas.

Cream interest was also improved from most nonice cream manufacturers as a result.

Looking “back to the futures,” the average for the first six months of 2012 stood at $16.63 on November 4 and was right around $16.67 at our deadline on November 11.

California’s December Class I milk price is $20.67 per cwt. for the north and $20.94 for the south, up 41 cents and 40 cents respectively from November but $2.39 above December 2010.

The Northern price averaged $20.68 in 2011, up from $16.97 a year ago.

The southern price averaged $20.95, up from $17.24 in 2010. The Federal order Class I base price is announced November 18 by USDA. The Cooperatives Working Together program accepted 12 requests for export assistance this week from Dairy Farmers of America, Darigold, Foremost Farms, and United Dairymen of Arizona to sell a total of 2.1 million pounds of cheese to customers in Asia and the Middle East. The product will be delivered through May 2012 and raises CWT 2011 cheese exports to 81 million pounds.

The Risk Management Agency announced that the next sales date for the Livestock Gross Margin program is November 18, 2011. Approximately $7 million in underwriting capacity was allocated to support LGM for Dairy Cattle for the November 18 sales period. This will bring the total to approximately $13.2 million for fiscal year 2012. Sales will begin no earlier than 4:30p.m. CST. For complete information log on to http://future.aae. wisc.edu/lgm_dairy.html

to all qualifying Vermont farmers.

“This effort is so much more than farmers helping farmers,” says CVMPA President Dave Silloway. “This gives all Vermonters a simple way to give back to farm families that give us so much.”

The association of 27 farms provides milk for the Booth Bros. brand,

but proceeds from the milk sales will also benefit crop and other farmers as well as dairy farms across the state.

The state’s agricultural community continues to recover from the effects of Irene, which damaged roads, flooded towns and caused widespread destruction Aug 27-28.

Flooding in the spring of

DHIA & Dairy Section 2011 had already done damage to crops and fields, and Irene combined for a one-two punch that has left many Vermont crop and dairy farmers in dire straits.

“We’re a local Vermont brand, and we rely on local Vermont farmers for a quality product,” says

Jerry Booth, manager of Booth Bros. Dairy. “Irene left the state’s farm community struggling, and we know our customers will want to help any way they can.”

The Booth Bros.-CVMPA initiative was an-

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Milk from A18 nounced Oct. 27 at a press event at Scribner’s Settlement Farm in Montpelier. Stan Scribner was one of the first Ver-

mont farmers receiving flood recovery funds.

Also present at the announcement were Vermont Lt. Gov. Phil Scott;

state Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Diane Bothfeld; and Stuart Comstock-Gaye of the Vermont Community Foun-

The Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund to date has awarded $237,500 to 49 farmers affected by Tropical Storm Irene in the fund’s second grant round. To date, the grant committee has received 159 applications and a total of 101 farmers have received grants in excess of $540,000. The committee is currently reviewing its third round of applications, with total contributions received or

Booth Bros. and the Central Vermont Milk Producers Association (CVMPA) announced an initiative benefiting the Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund administered by the Vermont Community Foundation. From Nov. 1 through Nov. 30, Vermont Farm Disaster Relief Fund will receive 10 cents from every gallon container of Booth Bros. Milk sold. The proceeds, up to $25,000, will be available to all qualifying Vermont farmers. The announcement was made at Scribner's Settlement Farm in Montpelier, and included, from left, Dave Silloway, president of the Central Vermont Milk Producers Association; Jerry Booth of Booth Bros. Dairy; Larry Martin of the CVMPA; Cyrus Scribner; Diane Bothfeld, VT Deputy Secretary of Agriculture; Robert Miller and Eugene Bedard of the CVMPA; and Catherine and Stanley Scribner.

Photo courtesy of CVMPA

pledged to the fund exceeded $1.25 million.

About Booth Bros.

Dairy Booth Bros. has processed milk from Vermont farmers at its location in Barre, VT, since its founding in 1946.

About the Central Vermont Milk Producers Association The Central Vermont Milk Producers Association (CVMPA) is a 27farm cooperative providing raw milk free of artificial growth hormones exclusively to Booth Bros.’

Barre, VT, plant.

About the Vermont Community Foundation The Vermont Community Foundation has been helping donors give to the causes and organizations they care about since 1986. It is Vermont’s largest homegrown grantmaker. Together, its family of over 600 funds provides more than $10 million in grants per year. In addition, it helps keep Vermont’s nonprofit community vital by offering endowment management and planned giving services, and providing leadership in charitable giving of all kinds. Visit www.vermontcf.org or call 802-388-3355 for more information.

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FINGER LAKES DAIRY SERVICE Seneca Falls, NY 315-568-0955

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dation.

“The Agency of Agriculture is proud to partner with Booth Bros. and the VT Community Foundation to assist Vermont farmers in this time of great need,” says Bothfeld. “Anyone involved in agriculture has to deal with the weather, but 2011 weather has been extreme. The funds will go a long way toward helping farmers get back on their feet.”

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BISSELL JOHN & CINDY CONANT ACRES INC. KUVAJA FARMS INC KUVAJA FARMS INC

PENOBSCOT-PISCATAQUIS SCOTT KEITH VEAZLAND FARMS SIMPSON RON,BETH STONYVALE INC. UNIVERSITY OF MAINE LIBBY LAND HOWARD BROS VELGOUSE FARM,LLC SAWYER WILLIAM & SONS EATON FARM

27034 1044 3.9 828 3.1 26709 958 3.6 807 3.0 3X 25390 979 3.9 800 3.2 3X 25137 913 3.6 760 3.0 21234 823 3.9 652 3.1 22214 792 3.6 651 2.9 21739 783 3.6 646 3.0 20375 772 3.8 619 3.0 20310 766 3.8 614 3.0 20159 718 3.6 594 2.9 19693 654 3.3 586 3.0 15845 750 4.7 570 3.6 18699 705 3.8 570 3.0 17334 651 3.8 539 3.1 14996 712 4.7 524 3.5 16848 658 3.9 507 3.0

DHI-AP DHIRAPCS DHI-AP DHIRAPCS DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIRAPCS DHI-AP

H H H H H H H H H H

52.3 363.7 620.4 999.6 47.5 207.9 200.0 129.3 169.0 39.2

25076 23314 24180 22387 22328 20561 20424 20029 18442 16304

941 877 881 812 876 750 770 739 739 686

3.8 3.8 3.6 3.6 3.9 3.6 3.8 3.7 4.0 4.2

759 717 714 684 681 654 641 616 606 532

3.0 3.1 3.0 3X 3.1 3X 3.0 3.2 3.1 3.1 3.3 3.3

DANIEL HARRIMAN DICKINSON FRANK CHARTRAND FARMS INC. CAMBRIDGE FARMS MARK OUELLETTE JR. SOMERSET FARMS L.P BOSWORTH FARMS INC. FARRAND CHARLES DEAN PAINE SMITH ROGER SEVEY LAROY L CONNOLLY JAMES D & MARY JOSHUA CLARK JAMES STROUT GRASSLAND

DHI-AP DHI-APCS DHI-AP DHI-APCS DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI DHI-APCS DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP

H H H X H H H H H H X H J H X

116.7 72.2 263.5 270.7 113.6 404.3 367.2 60.9 57.2 52.2 91.3 47.3 39.2 45.6 42.5

25654 24530 23357 20574 21474 21618 20344 20431 20083 18553 17470 18935 15358 16424 16326

910 855 909 895 902 823 794 731 757 755 717 723 724 622 646

3.5 3.5 3.9 4.4 4.2 3.8 3.9 3.6 3.8 4.1 4.1 3.8 4.7 3.8 4.0

768 745 705 696 669 667 611 609 599 569 562 555 536 515 507

3.0 3.0 3.0 3.4 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.1 3.2 2.9 3.5 3.1 3.1

THE THOMPSON FARM LARRABEE HAROLD & GALEN INGRAHAM JOHN W & SONS KEENE DAIRY SCHOFIELD, WAYNE CLEMENTS WALTER SIMON STOLL SCHOFIELD, WAYNE

DHI-AP DHI-APCS DHI-APCS DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

H H H H H H X J

77.6 480.1 426.5 96.7 26.5 36.7 47.8 39.1

23137 24167 21359 19952 18992 19630 16171 13695

909 896 874 771 742 704 677 663

3.9 3.7 4.1 3.9 3.9 3.6 4.2 4.8

727 707 665 611 593 586 549 502

3.1 2.9 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.4 3.7

DHIR DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR

H H H J

78.7 27.9 71.8 248.4

22183 21737 20201 17707

855 741 773 883

3.9 3.4 3.8 5.0

718 656 631 625

3.2 3.0 3.1 3.5

SOMERSET

WALDO

YORK

JOHNSON FARM INC. GIRARD,RYAN ALDERWOOD FARM, INC. HIGHLAND FARMS INC

TYPE TEST

HERD OWNER DUNN, FRED HARRISON FARM LEARY FARM INC.

CHESHIRE

Top 40 Herds For October B R COW E E YEARS D

DHI H 52.1 DHIR-AP H 44.6 DHI-AP H 50.5

RHA MILK

19767 18044 18071

FAT

% 3 % FAT PRO PRO X

754 3.8 607 3.1 761 4.2 575 3.2 669 3.7 527 2.9

NEW HAMPSHIRE

WINDYHURST FM PARTNERSHIP DHIR-AP STONEHOLM FARM DHI-APCS STONEWALL FARM DHI-AP SAWYER SHELDON S DHIRAPCS

H H H J

183.1 787.6 25.4 312.6

25895 23894 20771 16629

969 819 754 838

3.7 3.4 3.6 5.0

770 723 630 611

3.0 3.0 3X 3.0 3.7

RITCHIE, GEORGE F. HD2 KEITH DAVID RITCHIE, GEORGE F. HD3 RITCHIE GEORGE F HD 1

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

H H X A

15.0 213.4 27.3 75.0

23051 19622 16235 15685

724 793 702 583

3.1 4.0 4.3 3.7

734 614 593 518

3.2 3.1 3.7 3.3

FITCH FARM, LLC KNOXLAND FARM INC POMEROY, KEITH E. ALVIRNE SCHOOL FARM

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

H H H H

102.4 336.1 77.8 19.4

26309 924 24277 985 22860 842 21786 1034

3.5 4.1 3.7 4.7

788 782 708 675

3.0 3.2 3.1 3.1

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

H H H H H H X

217.3 62.0 60.7 159.2 77.7 79.2 14.9

25776 24752 24080 23395 22504 20541 17409

951 953 951 869 818 748 768

3.7 3.9 3.9 3.7 3.6 3.6 4.4

792 761 739 710 651 644 603

3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 2.9 3.1 3.5

BODWELL, H & SONS FERNALD FARM DAIRY, LLC GREAT BAY FARM

DHI-APCS H 244.7 DHI-AP H 182.9 DHI-APCS H 107.7

25220 23699 20245

952 3.8 773 3.1 998 4.2 693 2.9 808 4.0 599 3.0

UNH CREAM UNH RESEARCH HERD SCRUTON'S DAIRY FARM NAUGHTAVEEL FARM

DHI-APCS DHI-APCS DHIR-AP DHI-AP

H H H H

27.8 83.2 251.7 106.6

27082 1046 3.9 828 3.1 25827 991 3.8 787 3.0 24294 907 3.7 741 3.1 24018 869 3.6 736 3.1

LECLAIR GARY D. KEITH KIMBALL JOHNSON, JOLYON BOB & SUE FOULKS MC NAMARA, PATRICK ECCARDT FARM, INC. HOLMES, JEFF AND STEVE

DHI-APCS DHIR-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP

H H H H H H J

169.9 558.5 37.4 97.4 181.3 109.8 61.7

25703 22602 24164 22115 21577 22491 16824

GRAFTON

HILLSBORO

MERRIMACK-BELKNAP HIGHWAY VIEW FARM JONES, MARION & GORDON BACHELDER, KEITH MORRILL FARM DAIRY BARTLETT, A.S.&S.A. GLINES,GEORGE HERD GLINES,GEORGE HERD

ROCKINGHAM

STRAFFORD-CARROLL

SULLIVAN

995 878 904 812 870 823 765

3.9 3.9 3.7 3.7 4.0 3.7 4.5

801 720 711 703 676 673 594

3.1 3.2 3X 2.9 3.2 3.1 3.0 3.5

3.7 3.6 3.7 3.6 3.9 3.7 3.8 3.8 3.6 4.2 4.1 3.9

760 742 690 679 654 643 639 620 582 518 515 510

3.0 3X 3.1 3.1 3X 3.1 3X 3.0 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.0 3.2 3.3 3.1

VERMONT

ADDISON

DEER VALLEY FARM BLUE-SPRUCE FARM INC FOUR HILL FARMS M AND J DAIRY MIDDLEBROOK FARM INC. THOMAS, BRAD AND JILL BLUE-SPRUCE FARM INC SABOURIN, GERARD & JUDY PLOUFFE HILL FARM RANDALL MUNGER PLOUFFE HILL FARM BARBARA LADUC

H 441.5 H 1324.9 H 1496.4 H 310.3 H 176.2 H 171.0 A 51.8 H 95.4 H 39.0 X 70.1 X 17.8 H 46.1

25414 24139 22462 22122 21532 20810 20744 20170 19130 16115 15469 16571

929 866 837 804 837 777 782 763 689 670 637 653

DHI-AP H 64.2

28132

949 3.4 862 3.1

263.6 77.4 103.3 48.2

21874 20167 19331 15427

817 785 779 625

QUINTIN, ANDRE

DHI-AP H 377.1

26572

937 3.5 799 3.0 3X

KNOXLAND FARM

DHI-AP H 860.1

25559 1002 3.9 812 3.2

CHITTENDEN

TWIN OAKS DAIRY FARM LLC

FRANKLIN

DHIR-AP DHI-APCS DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-APCS DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

BURT, JASON AND CHRISTINA DHI-AP H FOURNIER INC, RENE & SON DHI-AP X GORT0N,GRANT JOHN DHI-APCS H BERARD, RICHARD DHI-AP X

GRAND ISLE ORANGE

RUTLAND

BOOK BROTHERS MACH FARM, INC. GLEN AND MARTHA HAYWARD GLEN AND MARTHA HAYWARD

WINDSOR

BILLINGS FARM MUSEUM WADE MAXIM

DHI-APCS DHI-APCS DHI-APCS DHI-APCS

3.7 3.9 4.0 4.1

3.7 3.8 3.9 4.4

644 629 603 503

655 652 642 610

2.9 3.1 3.1 3.3

H H H B

118.4 151.1 90.6 13.6

21593 20641 20912 18356

803 791 813 811

DHIR J DHI-AP J

40.5 71.0

15918 14688

799 5.0 590 3.7 704 4.8 538 3.7

TYPE TEST

HERD OWNER

B R COW E E YEARS D

RHA MILK

FAT

% 3 % FAT PRO PRO X

COOK,GORDON,JR. & HANK HARTSBROOK FARM

DHIR J 11.5 DHIR-AP H 88.7

14850 16337

739 5.0 562 3.8 664 4.1 512 3.1

POMEROY & SONS PALMER,TERRY MURPHY, TOM

DHI-AP H 71.7 DHI-AP H 154.1 DHIR-AP H 31.4

21539 20298 16786

833 3.9 677 3.1 778 3.8 619 3.0 612 3.6 506 3.0

TULLY FARMS, INC. PICKARD, JAMES & ELEANOR

DHI-AP H 127.0 DHI-AP H 86.2

20016 18453

809 4.0 643 3.2 716 3.9 567 3.1

RICHARDSON'S DAIRY, INC.

DHI-AP H 158.0

22568

781 3.5 680 3.0

BRISTOL COUNTY

DHI-AP H 19.2

20807

764 3.7 640 3.1

HAMPDEN

MIDDLESEX ESSEX

BRISTOL

RHODE ISLAND

WASHINGTON KENYON, FRANCIS COTTRELL HOMESTEAD

HARTFORD

DHI-AP X 62.7 DHI-AP H 14.9

20143 18355

769 3.8 615 3.1 689 3.8 578 3.1

CONNECTICUT

MILLBORNE FARM SMYTHS TRINITY FARM FUSIEK, D, & COULTER FUSIEK HASTINGS FARM H0USE OF HAYES COLLINS POWDER HILL FM. COLLINS POWDER HILL FM. PERRY, SCOTT MILLBORNE FARM HASTINGS FARM

DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP

H H H H H X H H G J

22.4 26.2 48.4 123.4 76.2 46.9 43.3 29.6 25.9 12.0

22779 22576 21754 20521 19471 17329 18108 18459 16435 15522

832 833 813 794 731 731 689 779 721 729

3.7 3.7 3.7 3.9 3.8 4.2 3.8 4.2 4.4 4.7

699 689 654 636 589 572 551 545 541 541

3.1 3.1 3.0 3.1 3.0 3.3 3.0 3.0 3.3 3.5

JACQUIER, ROBERT & PETER WEIGOLD FARMS LLP CHRIS & TODD HANNAN FREUND'S FARM, INC. ARETHUSA FARM LLC TANNER T. MEADOW RIDGE FARM LLC. SUNSET HILL FARM 1,INC. JACQUIER, DAVID & MELODY ARETHUSA FARM LLC CARLSON,DOUGLAS J. WHITETAIL FARM 1

DHI-APCS DHI-APCS DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHIR

H H H H H H H H H J H H

965.1 88.3 38.7 272.5 72.3 146.3 69.6 38.3 416.9 26.8 61.8 32.2

27915 23759 23406 22718 22812 20295 20255 19864 18704 15405 16628 16906

965 907 919 817 944 762 804 731 699 807 642 659

3.5 3.8 3.9 3.6 4.1 3.8 4.0 3.7 3.7 5.2 3.9 3.9

830 732 731 695 668 637 608 601 599 557 516 502

3.0 3X 3.1 3.1 3.1 2.9 3.1 3.0 3.0 3.2 3.6 3.1 3.0

DHIR-AP H 150.0 DHIR-AP X 42.6

22508 15861

788 3.5 672 3.0 3X 691 4.4 526 3.3 3X

LITCHFIELD

NEW HAVEN/MIDDLESEX GREENBACKER, C & SNS FM 2 GREENBACKER, C & SNS FM 2

NEW LONDON SPIELMAN FARM RIVER PLAIN DAIRY BLUESLOPE FARM, INC NORMAN, ERNEST R.

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-APCS DHI-APCS

H H H H

385.1 52.4 120.1 107.6

21652 20388 17933 16158

866 766 689 606

4.0 3.8 3.8 3.8

690 625 525 504

3.2 3.1 2.9 3.1

BAHLER FARMS INC. BAHLER FARMS INC. UNIV OF CONNECTICUT HYTONE FARM MAPLELEAF FARM, INC SHADOW VALLEY FARM UNIV OF CONNECTICUT SHADOW VALLEY FARM FISH FAMILY FARM

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-APCS DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP

H H H H H H J X J

963.9 971.2 81.3 255.6 227.1 113.0 24.5 48.2 27.9

25992 24222 25983 22956 22182 19210 16405 17405 14748

946 894 899 907 891 708 793 734 717

3.6 3.7 3.5 4.0 4.0 3.7 4.8 4.2 4.9

790 745 740 721 685 586 584 580 530

3.0 3.1 2.8 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.6 3.3 3.6

DHIR-AP H 111.9 DHI-AP H 135.0 DHIR-AP J 151.8

22916 20050 16295

913 4.0 717 3.1 725 3.6 629 3.1 808 5.0 588 3.6

TOLLAND

WINDHAM

TYLER BROTHERS HD. 2 MAY HILL FARM TYLER BROTHERS HD. 2

3.0 3.2 3.1 3.3

MASSACHUSETTS

BERKSHIRE

MARTHA & ROBERT KILMER JR DHI-AP FAIRFIELDS DAIRY FARM,LLC DHI-AP HIGH LAWN FARM DHIRAPCS MARTHA & ROBERT KILMER JR DHI-AP ZIEMBA, MICHAEL, MARK & TIM DHI-AP TURNER FARMS, INC. DHI LEGEYT, RICHARD & BETTY DHI-AP

H H J J H H H

104.8 237.5 212.0 19.2 178.0 116.1 67.6

22326 21230 16825 16388 19112 19734 17981

WHOLEY COW FARM WHOLEY COW FARM BOYDEN BROS. DAIRY ROBERTSON, CHRIS & BOB MT.TOBY FARM

DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

X X H H H

41.7 18.0 90.4 89.8 103.2

26769 1007 3.8 834 3.1 22640 1057 4.7 800 3.5 24807 941 3.8 769 3.1 23173 956 4.1 716 3.1 21813 849 3.9 677 3.1

DHIR DHI-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP DHIR-AP DHI-AP DHI-AP

H H H B H H J

60.8 231.8 112.0 130.2 104.0 191.1 94.9

22934 22775 22506 19401 20190 20468 15629

FRANKLIN

HAMPSHIRE

COOK,GORDON, JR. & HANK LONGVIEW FARM BELDEN, LUTHER A.INC ALLARDS FARM INC. PARSONS, HENRY & EDWARD DEVINE FARM, INC. KOKOSKI, JOHN HD1

903 830 816 782 720 720 743

914 861 874 767 842 812 814

4.0 3.9 4.8 4.8 3.8 3.6 4.1

4.0 3.8 3.9 4.0 4.2 4.0 5.2

702 642 601 597 581 564 558

752 699 693 646 645 635 599

3.1 3.0 3.6 3.6 3.0 2.9 3.1

3.3 3.1 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.8

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DHI TOP 40 FOR OCTOBER NAME

Brd Cows

Milk

FAT

%

PRO %

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

CONNECTICUT 27000 1040 3.9 24763 976 3.9 24894 860 3.5 25477 846 3.3 23899 1044 4.4 23213 814 3.5 17573 720 4.1 19256 712 3.7 17462 652 3.7 13351 620 4.6 13106 594 4.5

883 785 779 768 732 716 568 567 537 491 474

3.3 * 3.2 3.1 3 3.1 3.1 3.2 2.9 3.1 3.7 3.6

23862 1024 4.3 19086 771 4

681 2.9 * 594 3.1

24700 23587 22313 22493 21349 16816 17654 16563 14827

758 744 736 720 703 628 555 515 504

TOLLAND BRADWAY FARMS INC. HILLSIDE FARM

H 440 H 60

SEVEN VIEW FARM SLATEHILL FARM MIKE SWART GEORGE B. WILSON GEORGE & KATHY CRAFT DEB-RAY DAIRY GEORGE & KATHY CRAFT

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H H H H X J H H X

83 78 37 207 49 106 175 288 73

982 913 894 835 906 834 664 755 634

4 3.9 4 3.7 4.2 5 3.8 4.6 4.3

H 29 H 195 H 81 H 142 H 30 X 25 J 119 H 84

25 79 10

H 458 H 120 H 78 H 81 H 37 H 28 X 23 J 50 H 224 H 209 H 14 H 96 J 59

24933 1074 4.3 21599 863 4 20331 817 4 15941 862 5.4 18972 678 3.6 13332 700 5.3 11501 522 4.5

768 648 645 572 567 517 413

3.1 * 3 3.2 3.6 * 3 3.9 3.6

23815 25236 22434 21710 22053 20748 15248 17032

776 753 700 680 677 645 566 556

3.3 3 * 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.7 3.3

890 851 902 843 921 904 744 695

3.7 3.4 4 3.9 4.2 4.4 4.9 4.1

15019 15664 12935

706 4.7 625 4 707 5.5

532 3.5 509 3.2 455 3.5

25774 24916 23794 23166 20290 19851 14578 13164

994 995 961 911 798 766 577 636

3.9 4 4 3.9 3.9 3.9 4 4.8

807 773 741 723 641 619 472 464

3.1 * 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.2 3.5

30387 1011 3.3 29764 1044 3.5 27960 1117 4 21015 901 4.3 19051 898 4.7

939 891 851 682 661

3.1 3 3 3.2 3.5

24245

745 3.1

* * * *

ROCKINGHAM STUART FARM LLC

H 242

949 3.9

STRAFFORD-CARROLL ATHMOR HOLSTEINS

H 184

30046 1102 3.7

926 3.1 *

24192 23465 22724 20429 19443 17522 18508 17073

SULLIVAN PUTNAM FARMS INC. TAYLOR FARM INC. JOHN W. LUTHER EDWARD MACGLAFLIN GREGORY & MARCIA CLARK GREGORY & MARCIA CLARK TAYLOR FARM INC. GREGORY & MARCIA CLARK

H 485 H 55 H 32 H 471 X 12 B 17 M 13 M 38

891 840 810 914 859 853 629 716

3.7 3.6 3.6 4.5 4.4 4.9 3.4 4.2

739 698 689 621 599 573 556 532

3.1 3 3 3 3.1 3.3 3 3.1

22709 18387 16794 21325 18489 15609

874 827 912 793 721 754

3.8 4.5 5.4 3.7 3.9 4.8

743 685 662 635 590 571

3.3 3.7 3.9 3 3.2 3.7

24492

915 3.7

NEW YORK MONTGOMERY HOBART & CYNTHIA PICKARD GLEN MEADOWS FARM HOBART & CYNTHIA PICKARD PETERSHEIM SAMUEL & SADIE JOHN G. KELLETT JR. PHILLIPS & SUSAN FERRY

H 34 J 143 J 14 H 80 H 69 J 63

OTSEGO M. CHARLES EVANS

H

59

RENSSELAER

FAT

%

PRO %

17990

736 4.1

587 3.3

20180 21072 19860 14713 15907 14061 13707

799 820 737 681 619 587 590

676 658 603 542 506 457 442

PAT FITZGERALD NORDIC HOLSTEINS LLC PAT FITZGERALD CREAM SHELBURNE FARMS NORDIC HOLSTEINS LLC MURRAY THOMPSON WAYNE BARR

H 40 H 152 B 18 J 16 B 120 H 142 G 34 H 26

22187 20221 18281 17848 16955 19469 16673 18957

758 724 720 832 735 708 857 663

3.4 3.6 3.9 4.7 4.3 3.6 5.1 3.5

661 612 607 602 598 591 590 565

3 3 * 3.3 3.4 3.5 3 * 3.5 3

24734 909 3.7 24345 1000 4.1 21593 822 3.8 20135 784 3.9 19389 803 4.1

768 745 680 648 603

3.1 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.1

25436 927 3.6 26376 1079 4.1 25015 1030 4.1 24617 858 3.5 24467 932 3.8 23464 892 3.8 23890 886 3.7 23425 900 3.8 22542 869 3.9 22494 869 3.9 21491 821 3.8 22911 860 3.8 21980 1128 5.1 21430 830 3.9 21283 800 3.8 20996 846 4 21249 822 3.9 21662 962 4.4 20007 758 3.8 17374 843 4.9 19500 754 3.9 17509 730 4.2 15144 724 4.8 16572 659 4 16924 642 3.8 19727 638 3.2 15346 608 4 15889 593 3.7 14630 561 3.8 12578 488 3.9 10571 468 4.4 9971 468 4.7 10822 441 4.1 8696 410 4.7

810 805 769 755 739 735 724 717 709 697 697 683 661 657 655 648 638 635 620 608 596 578 549 523 514 489 487 482 424 383 368 362 348 314

3.2 3.1 * 3.1 * 3.1 3 3.1 3 3.1 3.1 * 3.1 3.2 3 3 3.1 3.1 3.1 3 2.9 3.1 3.5 3.1 3.3 3.6 3.2 3 2.5 3.2 3 2.9 3 3.5 3.6 3.2 3.6

23575 1243 5.3 18925 634 3.4

915 3.9 559 3

21838 17806 14843 17766 13559

4.1 4.8 4.9 3.9 4.8

667 558 552 533 501

3.1 3.1 3.7 3 3.7

26340 1020 3.9 25841 965 3.7 25803 1036 4 24804 942 3.8 22926 895 3.9 24369 909 3.7 23130 864 3.7 22196 914 4.1 21422 901 4.2 20147 770 3.8 20218 767 3.8 18687 640 3.4 16982 799 4.7 16838 771 4.6 19359 717 3.7 19374 777 4 18101 759 4.2 15216 806 5.3 17187 771 4.5 16097 755 4.7 18106 705 3.9 18505 721 3.9 15089 691 4.6 18587 712 3.8 15704 747 4.8 14711 725 4.9 14898 718 4.8 16639 619 3.7 14538 666 4.6 16139 676 4.2 13920 655 4.7 14558 700 4.8 13385 667 5 13969 683 4.9 16748 606 3.6 15731 644 4.1 14962 606 4.1 15572 541 3.5 13621 635 4.7 13471 651 4.8

825 823 785 771 733 731 711 710 705 648 624 612 609 606 604 589 583 573 570 568 562 558 551 550 546 543 531 526 524 516 513 510 499 494 487 486 472 465 463 455

3.1 * 3.2 3 3.1 3.2 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.3 3.6 3.6 3.1 3 3.2 3.8 3.3 3.5 3.1 3 3.7 3 3.5 3.7 3.6 3.2 3.6 3.2 3.7 3.5 3.7 3.5 2.9 3.1 3.2 3 3.4 3.4

23152 22499 24780 22469 20338 20691

731 726 722 699 650 618

3.2 3.2 2.9 * 3.1 * 3.2 3

4 3.9 3.7 4.6 3.9 4.2 4.3

3.3 3.1 3 3.7 3.2 3.3 3.2

747 3

928 138 104 17 159 73 15 11 107

29260 1123 3.8 23937 947 4 23213 941 4.1 21485 930 4.3 21266 932 4.4 20363 878 4.3 16258 790 4.9 16373 817 5 14289 300 2.1

898 740 707 680 659 615 561 547 245

3.1 * 3.1 3 3.2 3.1 3 3.5 3.3 1.7

18489

721 3.9

590 3.2

23961

930 3.9

735 3.1

17518

734 4.2

603 3.4

29434 27445 27131 26529 27307 24708 25366 25106 23864 24809 24438 25121 23767 23376 22214 21971 21755 22180 23238 21944 20918 20718 20325 19499 20368 19441 19482 17293 18786 19339 20051 19887 16849 16772 15906 17227 17437 17864 16108 13761

1100 1023 998 1005 1001 896 1056 973 947 925 983 979 867 859 838 790 798 864 818 737 828 831 809 794 808 774 775 733 757 763 770 781 752 721 678 616 621 636 554 627

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22242 22425 20552

889 4 988 4.4 815 4

725 3.3 692 3.1 638 3.1

23963 23804 22732 22447 22644 19444 21489 21024 19840 18972 16960 15970 18285 14965 18995 17453 15400 15536 16982 12752 11388

905 914 872 777 990 808 866 820 760 779 789 797 755 763 743 645 727 732 656 575 524

755 754 726 679 669 663 662 657 645 604 598 587 580 564 559 540 532 517 491 462 396

22749 21962

982 4.3 891 4.1

ORGANIC JOHN G. KELLETT JR.

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VORSTEVELD FARM KAYHART BROTHERS LLC DAVID RUSSELL GOSLIGA FARM INC. B DANYOW FARM LLC TIM & JULIE HOWLETT CHIMNEY POINT FARM L.P FOSTER BROTHERS FARM INC. CHARLES & BRENDA CHARRON HATCH FARM INC. BRACE ALEX & MICHELE PHIL & DIANE LIVINGSTON MARC & NORRIS BRISSON TERRIER LEE BRIAN & CINDY KAYHART MILLBORNE FARM ROBERT & SUZANNE HUNT JEFF & BRIAN TREADWAY KAYHART FARM INC. HANSON STEPHEN & SYLVIA JOHN E. & BILLIE JO C. FORGUES ANTHONY & BARBARA CORREIA PAT & MELANIE HARRISON HAROLD & ANJE DEGRAAF ARTHUR & JOAN HUESTIS ORR ACRES MILES & CHERYL TUDHOPE MILES & CHERYL TUDHOPE KATE INGWERSEN FIFIELD JEFF & LISE JEFFREY & OLIVE PHILLIPS LESLIE RUBLEE PAT & MELANIE HARRISON KATE INGWERSEN JOHN & LISA ROBERTS SCAPELAND FARM SCOTT & MARY PURINTON KETTLE TOP FARM JOHN BUZEMAN KATE INGWERSEN

H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H X H H H H H H H H H H B H H H H X X B A H H H X

758 600 175 592 771 517 131 440 58 565 154 374 821 37 87 168 316 347 200 62 235 461 43 135 310 104 48 36 95 141 60 72 66 30 167 55 59 20 70 35

3.7 3.7 3.7 3.8 3.7 3.6 4.2 3.9 4 3.7 4 3.9 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.6 3.7 3.9 3.5 3.4 4 4 4 4.1 4 4 4 4.2 4 3.9 3.8 3.9 4.5 4.3 4.3 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.4 4.6

3.1 3 3.1 3.1 3 3.2 3 3 3.2 3 3.1 3 3.1 3 3.1 3.1 3.1 3 2.8 3 3.1 3.1 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.2 3.1 3.5 3.2 3.1 2.9 2.9 3.4 3.4 3.4 3.1 3 2.9 3 3.5

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X 115 H 90 H 177

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CALEDONIA ROGER & JOY WOOD PHILIP BROWN DOROTHY & ANGELA WILLSON DON-SIM FARM KEMPTON FARMS INC. JAMES W. SEYMOUR KEITH DAY ROY & BRENDA PATTERSON SCOTT LANGMAID HOWARD & JACQUELINE BENNETT LAGGIS BROS. BRIAN NICHOLS PLYN N BEATTIE LUCKY HILL FARM MARY KAY & DENNIS WOOD DON LANGMAID WILLIAM & GWEN PEARL MARY KAY & DENNIS WOOD ROLAND & SHONNA HEATH JR. BRIAN & KATHLEEN SOMERS ERIC BEAN

H H H H H H H H H H J J H J H H J X H J J

59 56 112 174 327 63 67 57 53 72 431 37 80 156 58 51 66 14 55 48 40

3.8 3.8 3.8 3.5 4.4 4.2 4 3.9 3.8 4.1 4.7 5 4.1 5.1 3.9 3.7 4.7 4.7 3.9 4.5 4.6

3.2 3.2 3.2 3 * 3 3.4 3.1 3.1 3.3 3.2 3.5 3.7 3.2 3.8 2.9 3.1 3.5 3.3 2.9 3.6 3.5

CHITTENDEN MURRAY THOMPSON CREAM

H H

19 24

752 3.3 673 3.1

ROUTHIER & SONS AUBURN STAR FARM STEPHEN & CARLA RUSSO RICHARD & MURIEL MARTIN K. DEAN & CLAUDETTE HOOK

H H H H H

312 237 26 217 114

FRANKLIN HOWRIGAN HOME FARM DAN & SHAWN GINGUE MIKE BENJAMIN WYNN PARADEE ANDREW & SUSAN BROUILLETTE BALLARD ACRES REAL & MARY LAROCHE LLOYD DIANE & BRADLEY LUMBRA WRIGHT FAMILY FARM TOM & MARY MACHIA LTD. CARPSDALE FARMS SIMON DEPATIE SIZEN DAIRY FARM WARREN HULL & SONS DANIEL & KAREN FORTIN HAROLD J. & LAWRENCE HOWRIGAN PAUL & RAMONE & DANIEL COUTURE M. D. HOWRIGAN INC. & SON HOWRIGAN HJ & A & LAWRENCE GARY & CRAIG TINKER BEN WILLIAMS BEN WILLIAMS PAUL-LIN DAIRY PARADEE DORA & BRAD CALLAN DENIS RAINVILLE NEWTON FARMS INC. LONGE LLOYD & MARIE PAUL & ANITA MACADAMS GARRY & EILEEN TRUDELL KIRT WESTCOM FLEURYS MAPLE HILL FARM NEIL H. & JOANNE W. DOANE WALTER & DIANE BERTHIAUME GARY HANNA

H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H J H X J H H H X H H H J J X J

252 550 551 36 81 218 259 134 534 195 80 124 141 95 84 279 131 238 252 124 50 32 31 80 114 84 82 37 121 126 35 92 40 88

GRAND ISLE LAKESIDE JERSEY'S J & M LADD FAMILIES FARM

J H

49 74

LAMOILLE ARTHUR & LARRY MORRILL BEAUDOIN GREG & KATHY LES & CLAIRE PIKE DEBORA WICKART RANDY & SCOTT BIDWELL

H X J H J

38 54 89 26 59

887 857 727 684 649

ORANGE

BENNINGTON WILHELM & KARL STROHMAIER DAVID TOOLEY LEON CLARK JR

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

ESSEX

ADDISON

MERRMK-BELKNP PINELANE FARM BOHANAN FARM TOPLINE JERSEYS YEATON DAIRY FARM TOPLINE JERSEYS

Milk

VERMONT

GRAFTON TULLANDO FARM INC. PATCH FAMILY DOUGLAS & DEBORA ERB GRAFTON COUNTY FARM WILLIAM & DIANNE MINOT SCOTT & COLLEEN JOHNSTON JAMES & ELLEN PUTNAM RUSSELL & MARY HICKS

Brd Cows

MONTGOMERY

THE LAPRISEFAMILY

CHESHIRE J M G

NAME

WASHINGTON

NEW HAMPSHIRE ECHO FARM INC. ECHO FARM INC. ECHO FARM INC.

PRO %

PROVIDENCE

WORCESTER CV & MARY L SMITH JR OTTER RIVER FARM LLC JIM & KRISANNE KOEBKE WHITTIER FARMS INC. TEMPLETON DEVELOPMENTAL CR TEMPLETON DEVELOPMENTAL CR PETER HAWKES CHERRY HILL FARM

H H H H H H J B H

WRIGHT'S DAIRY FARM

FRANKLIN H 129 H 44 H 84 J 15 H 125 J 50 J 36

%

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

RHODE ISLAND

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.2 3.3 3.7 3.1 3.1 3.4

MASSACHUSETTS HAGER BROS. FARM LLC. KAREN HERZIG GUNN STEVE HAGER BROS. FARM LLC. HUNT FARM CRAIG W. AVERY MAPLEDGE JERSEYS

H 116 H 135 H 69 J 104 X 23 X 49 G 30

IDEAL DAIRY FARMS TAYLOR & ALAN HENDERSON HOLLISTER BROTHERS GARY & DEBRA MOORE WINDY LEA FARM DON DURKEE GARY & DEBRA MOORE GARY & DEBRA MOORE MICHAEL & LOUISE WOODDELL

WINDHAM HIBBARD HILL FARM ELM FARM COATNEY HILL FARM 2 FAIRHOLM FARM INC. ELM FARM COATNEY HILL FARM 1 DESJARDINS DORIS MOLODICH FARMS INC. SELBUORT VALLEY FARM

99

FAT

WASHINGTON

NEW LONDON 364 82 104 140 111 29 34 43 29 13 46

H

Milk

SCHOHARIE

Following is the October 2011 VT DHIA Top 40 herds of 10 or more animals based on protein pounds in each County serviced by VT DHIA and processed through the Dairy Records Management Processing Center, Raleigh, NC during the calendar month. Rolling herd averages will appear on this list for herds which have chosen the option to have their herd average published and the herd has 12 consecutive tests including components for each test.

H H H H H H H H H J J

Brd Cows

TERRANCE & MICHAEL H0AG

Vermont DHIA Country Folks List for the Month Ending October 2011

BERIAH LEWIS FARM INC. JACK TIFFANY JOHN OSGA STEVE SNURKOWSKI CLARK WOODMANSEE III DAVID HYDE GARY PISZCZEK GERALD & DEBORAH GRABAREK REW FARM SANKOW BEAVER BROOK FARM LLC. CATO CORNER FARM

NAME

Vermont Dairy Herd Improvement Assn., Inc. 226 Holiday Drive Ste. 3 White River Jct, VT 05001-2089 Phone 1-800-639-8067

WALTER & MARGARET GLADSTONE WHITE FARM ROBERT & MELANIE SWENSON PINELLO FARM ZACHARY FEURY SILLOWAY FARMS RANDY & AMY FERRIS VERMONT TECH COLLEGE HARKDALE FARM INC. DAVID P. DAVOLL THYGESEN KYLE & JENNIFER KENNETH & LISA PRESTON TIM & JANET ANGELL RANDY & AMY FERRIS PEASE FAMILY FARM & SHIRLEY PEASE ROBERT J HOWE THYGESEN KYLE & JENNIFER HARKDALE FARM INC. OUGHTA-BE-FARM LLP DERRICK & BEVERLY WRIGHT JEFFREY & BETH BAILEY ROBERT & LINDA DIMMICK RAY E. CHURCHILL ALLENVILLE FARM ANTHONY & CHRISTINE BROWN ROBERT J HOWE JOSEPH O. ANGELL WARREN PRESTON FARM 1 THOMAS & REBECCA LOFTUS L.JR. & GORDON HUNTINGTON DAVID CHILDS OUGHTA-BE-FARM LLP LLOYD & JASON BAKER PEASE FAMILY FARM & SHIRLEY PEASE DUANE & DALE WILLIAMS DEAN & TERRI CONANT M. GARY MULLEN STEVEN SMITH CHESTER & SCHEINDEL ABBOT DEAN & TERRI CONANT

H 1191 H 119 H 46 H 245 H 85 H 64 H 13 H 95 H 63 H 39 H 41 H 55 J 60 J 56 H 75 H 29 X 11 J 79 J 17 J 50 H 50 H 64 J 16 H 83 J 43 J 12 J 44 H 83 J 47 A 62 J 50 J 46 J 68 G 10 H 39 A 62 X 24 H 36 X 54 X 11

ORLEANS VERNON & MARY JUDITH HURD POULIN-ROYER J DENIS & CLAIRE MICHAUD NEIGHBORHOOD FARM DOUG NELSON BRUCE & LAURIE PERRON

H H H H H H

49 103 468 813 103 56

924 882 900 886 738 810

4 3.9 3.6 3.9 3.6 3.9

Cleaning cows from inside out

by Rosalie Marion Bliss U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists and their collaborators have conducted a series of studies that explore non-antibiotic methods to reduce foodborne pathogens that are

found in the gut of food animals.

The team consists of Agricultural Research Service (ARS) microbiologist Todd R. Callaway, with the agency’s Food and Feed Safety Research Unit in College Station,

Texas; ARS animal scientist and project leader Jeffery Carroll with the agency’s Livestock Issues Research Unit in Lubbock, Texas; and John Arthington at the University of Florida in Ona. ARS is USDA’s principal intramural scientific research agency, and this research supports the USDA priorities of promoting international food security and ensuring food safety.

Early studies showed that citrus products provide cows with good roughage and vitamins, and the essential oils in such products provide a natural antibiotic effect.

Callaway’s early data showed the feasibility of using orange pulp as a feed source to provide anti-pathogenic activity in cattle. He also showed

CANTON MILLS, INC. P.O. Box 97 Minnesota City, MN 55959 www.cantonmills.com

1-800-328-5349

DHIA & Dairy Section

ARS microbiologist Todd Callaway has found that feeding orange peels and pulp to cattle can reduce the level of Salmonella and E. coli in the animals' intestines.

Photo by Peggy Greb

help fund the study. Results from the 2011 study were published in Foodborne Pathogens and Disease.

DHI TOP 40 FOR OCTOBER NAME

Brd Cows

Milk

FAT

%

PRO %

NAME

Brd Cows

AGAWAM FARM PADDLEBRIDGE HOLSTEINS GARY & GAIL LYMAN MICHAUD BARN 2 ADAM & JOANNA LIDBACK ANDY ANDREWS JACQUES COUTURE JOHN & DEANNA BROE RANDALL DEXTER & ALICE JOHN & DEANNA BROE LEATHER JEREMY & JENNIFER AGAWAM FARM JACK & ANNE LAZOR LEATHER JEREMY & JENNIFER JONATHAN & JAYNE CHASE RYAN BROS JOHN & DEANNA BROE ANDREW KEHLER LAURENCE LUMSDEN & FAMILY WAYNE SR. DONCASTER LAINI FONDILLER

H 22 H 47 H 79 H 88 X 31 H 85 H 69 H 21 H 98 X 35 J 76 A 44 J 50 X 17 X 128 X 227 J 26 A 49 H 58 J 49 A 41

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731 751 714 723 727 663 675 636 642 675 642 603 645 564 631 647 583 520 517 472 78

4 3.9 3.8 3.8 4.1 3.7 3.9 3.6 3.8 4.4 4.5 4.2 5 3.8 4.7 5 4.8 3.9 3.6 4.5 4

586 586 578 572 562 534 529 522 521 516 488 472 464 462 453 447 429 426 423 364 56

3.2 3.1 3.1 3 3.2 3 3 3 3.1 3.4 3.4 3.3 3.6 3.1 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.2 2.9 3.5 2.9

WALT MORSE JR. JOHN ARMSTRONG VONTRAPP FARMSTEAD SHARON PECK

J J X D

23084 20897 20229 18840 18904 18451 15481 14470 16863 14872 15222 13936 13846

906 732 797 703 851 600 646 600 630 562 598 587 536

3.9 3.5 3.9 3.7 4.5 3.3 4.2 4.1 3.7 3.8 3.9 4.2 3.9

737 627 618 589 569 527 492 488 484 464 442 440 433

3.2 3 3.1 3.1 3 2.9 * 3.2 3.4 2.9 3.1 2.9 3.2 3.1

24501 24801 23381 21406 19539 19885 19541 19951 15487 19581 17539 16644 16925 16798 15896

911 966 722 822 881 765 752 791 754 702 690 690 703 653 607

3.7 3.9 3.1 3.8 4.5 3.8 3.8 4 4.9 3.6 3.9 4.1 4.2 3.9 3.8

772 754 725 690 681 646 637 621 588 587 539 539 536 515 495

3.2 * 3 3.1 3.2 3.5 * 3.2 3.3 3.1 3.8 3 3.1 3.2 3.2 3.1 3.1

WOOD LAWN FARMS INC. CASH & KAREN RUANE BARTHOLOMEW BROS. HERD 1 HARVEY FARMS CARABEAU LARRY PAUL & KARI LUSSIER BARTHOLOMEW BROS. HERD 1 CASH & KAREN RUANE CLIFTON & D.R. CRESSY PARKER DAVID & MICHELE SHAUN YOUNG SHAUN YOUNG MCCULLOUGH BURTON & SON

RUTLAND H H H H H H A X H H H X H

171 66 102 116 143 149 39 10 27 87 39 27 34

WASHINGTON

DAVID PULLMAN LYLEHAVEN FARM DOUGLAS H & SHARON A TURNER WALTER C'O RAYMON BOTHFELD BOTHFELD DAVID PULLMAN FARM LLC. NEILL STANLEY & CATHERINE SCRIBNER CHARLES P. CARRIER MOLLY BROOK FARMS FRANK & MARILYN JOHNSON STEPHEN & AMY BOTHFELD MORGAN & JENNIFER CHURCHILL JAMES ACKERMANN HARVEST HILL FARM HARVEST HILL FARM

H 186 H 70 H 41 H 68 X 33 H 75 H 296 H 76 J 103 H 68 H 62 X 90 H 59 A 12 A 18

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

VERN-MONT FARM LLC MARK RUSHTON BAZIN FARM AMY & NICK STONE BAZIN FARM MARK RUSHTON KEVIN HAMILTON PETER MILLER AMY & NICK STONE WESTMINSTER FARM LILAC RIDGE FARM MALCOLM SUMNER THE CORSE FARM THE PUTNEY SCHOOL JONATHAN WRIGHT

46 27 49 40

WINDHAM

H 560 H 40 H 99 H 21 X 50 J 22 H 44 H 152 X 13 H 639 H 41 J 40 H 61 X 33 X 32

WINDSOR

UPWEY FARM LEMAX FARM RHOMAN WAI FARMS MICHAEL & HEIDI DOLLOFF ROBETH HOLSTIENS LLC. RICHARDSON FAMILY FARM DAVID AINSWORTH BASSETT ROBERT P JEFFREY & DAVID TOWNSEND SPRING BROOK FARM KAIMAN LISA JAMES S. LEWIS MIKE L CLARK GREEN ACRES MILKING SHORTHORNS JAMES & TINA SPAULDING JR. JAMES & TINA SPAULDING JR. ROYAL TERRACE GUERNSEYS LONE OAK FARM LLP

H 63 H 92 H 434 H 85 H 114 J 59 H 33 J 92 H 130 J 55 J 19 J 63 X 31 M 39 A 27 J 14 G 18 X 32

Milk

FAT

%

PRO %

14095 12808 10109 706

793 559 479 44

5.6 465 3.3 4.4 453 3.5 4.7 329 3.3 6.2 28 4

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

26327 1067 4.1 804 3.1 * 24025 968 4 765 3.2 23393 843 3.6 724 3.1 22404 897 4 705 3.1 20770 837 4 691 3.3 17380 855 4.9 646 3.7 20671 808 3.9 635 3.1 19771 791 4 596 3 16657 799 4.8 583 3.5 18629 724 3.9 568 3 18486 746 4 566 3.1 14182 650 4.6 506 3.6 16651 681 4.1 503 3 14909 601 4 464 3.1 6671 258 3.9 196 2.9 25999 885 3.4 800 3.1 23576 943 4 752 3.2 24213 904 3.7 739 3.1 * 23454 961 4.1 730 3.1 23109 952 4.1 719 3.1 18084 1050 5.8 714 3.9 23483 849 3.6 707 3 18289 924 5.1 675 3.7 18615 716 3.8 600 3.2 15905 736 4.6 570 3.6 16070 724 4.5 554 3.4 13593 620 4.6 481 3.5 14636 609 4.2 467 3.2 14784 535 3.6 457 3.1 12604 471 3.7 391 3.1 11318 487 4.3 391 3.5 10976 534 4.9 379 3.5 9046 390 4.3 298 3.3

ORGANIC

BEN WILLIAMS BEN WILLIAMS GARRY & EILEEN TRUDELL

J 29 H 120

FRANKLIN

H 50 X 32 H 121

Vermont Dairy Herd Improvement Assn., Inc. 226 Holiday Drive Ste. 3 White River Jct, VT 05001-2089 Phone 1-800-639-8067 NAME KIRT WESTCOM WALTER & DIANE BERTHIAUME

Brd Cows

Milk

H 126 X 40

%

PRO %

12578 10822

488 3.9 441 4.1

383 3 348 3.2

54

17806

857 4.8

558 3.1

41 29 11 17 64 83 43 12 47 50 46 62 24 54 11 52 39 73 32

20218 19374 18101 17187 18505 18587 15704 14711 14538 13920 14558 15731 14962 13621 13471 13012 11359 13056 12920

767 777 759 771 721 712 747 725 666 655 700 644 606 635 651 506 529 521 520

3.8 4 4.2 4.5 3.9 3.8 4.8 4.9 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.1 4.1 4.7 4.8 3.9 4.7 4 4

624 589 583 570 558 550 546 543 524 513 510 486 472 463 455 395 394 391 376

3.1 3 3.2 3.3 3 3 3.5 3.7 3.6 3.7 3.5 3.1 3.2 3.4 3.4 3 3.5 3 2.9

19046 18023 12889 13408

751 3.9 663 3.7 645 5 631 4.7

586 534 464 453

3.1 3 3.6 3.4

15222 13936

598 3.9 587 4.2

442 2.9 440 3.2

23381 19951 19581 17539 16644 16925 14095

722 791 702 690 690 703 793

725 621 587 539 539 536 465

19771 14182 16651

791 4 650 4.6 681 4.1

596 3 506 3.6 503 3

12604 11318 9046

471 3.7 487 4.3 390 4.3

391 3.1 391 3.5 298 3.3

LAMOILLE

BEAUDOIN GREG & KATHY

X

ORANGE

THYGESEN KYLE & JENNIFER ROBERT J HOWE THYGESEN KYLE & JENNIFER OUGHTA-BE-FARM LLP ROBERT & LINDA DIMMICK ALLENVILLE FARM ANTHONY & CHRISTINE BROWN ROBERT J HOWE THOMAS & REBECCA LOFTUS DAVID CHILDS OUGHTA-BE-FARM LLP DEAN & TERRI CONANT M. GARY MULLEN CHESTER & SCHEINDEL ABBOT DEAN & TERRI CONANT THEODORE & LINDA HOYT M. GARY MULLEN CRAIG RUSSELL JAMES T DOYLE

H H X J H H J J J J J A X X X A J X H

ORLEANS

PADDLEBRIDGE HOLSTEINS ANDY ANDREWS JACK & ANNE LAZOR JONATHAN & JAYNE CHASE

H 47 H 85 J 50 X 128

RUTLAND

SHAUN YOUNG SHAUN YOUNG

H X

39 27

FAT

* Denotes Herds Milked 3X

WASHINGTON DOUGLAS H & SHARON A TURNER CHARLES P. CARRIER FRANK & MARILYN JOHNSON STEPHEN & AMY BOTHFELD MORGAN & JENNIFER CHURCHILL JAMES ACKERMANN WALT MORSE JR.

H H H H X H J

41 76 68 62 90 59 46

3.1 4 3.6 3.9 4.1 4.2 5.6

3.1 3.1 3 3.1 3.2 3.2 3.3

WINDHAM

ADDISON

TACONIC END FARM MIEDEMAS THE

Read more about this research in the November/December 2011 issue of Agricultural Research magazine.

11924 11667

580 4.9 423 3.5 459 3.9 362 3.1

PETER MILLER MALCOLM SUMNER THE CORSE FARM

19500 17509 14630

754 3.9 596 3.1 730 4.2 578 3.3 561 3.8 424 2.9

JAMES JR. & TINA SPAULDING JAMES JR. & TINA SPAULDING LONE OAK FARM LLP

H 152 J 40 H 61

WINDSOR A J X

27 14 32

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that consumption of citrus byproducts (orange peel and pulp) by cattle is compatible with current production practices, and the byproducts are palatable to the animals.

Callaway then shed light on how to exploit the essential oils inside the peel and pulp that are natural antimicrobials.

Collaborations with researchers Steven Ricke and Philip Crandall at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville also have identified specific essential oils that kill the pathogenic bacteria.

From the time Callaway began studying citrus as an animal gut cleanser, he recognized that citrus peel can be heavy and expensive to ship long distances, so his latest studies have investigated the use of processed orange peel pellets.

For one study, the team fed dried orange peel pellets to sheep as a model for cows for eight days.

They found a tenfold reduction in Salmonella populations in the animals’ intestinal contents.

Callaway received a grant from the National Cattleman’s Beef Association (Beef Checkoff funds) to

NMPF’s 2012 antibiotic residue prevention manual now available

Page 24 - Section A • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • November 21, 2011

Updated manual, additional materials available online for free The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) announced that it is releasing an updated version of the Milk and Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention Manual for 2012. One of the areas of focus for the National Dairy FARM Program™, the residue prevention manual can be found online at www.nationaldairyfarm.com.

The Milk and Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention Manual is a concise review of appropriate antibiotic use in dairy animals. The manual is a quick resource to review those antibiotics approved for dairy animals, and also can be used as an educational tool for farm managers as they develop their onfarm best management practices necessary to avoid milk and meat residues. Additions to the 2012 version include a section on meat drug residue testing, an expanded list of products and risk factors for residues, as well as an updated drug and test kit list. The 2012 manual includes a certificate of participation that can be signed by a producer and their veterinarian to demonstrate their commitment to proper use of antibiotics on the dairy.

“The use of antibiotics in livestock is undergoing increased scrutiny, and this manual will help ensure that veterinary treatments are used appropriately,” said Jerry Kozak, President and CEO of NMPF. The dairy industry is committed to producing safe, abundant, and affordable milk and dairy beef of the highest quality.

Healthy animals help make for safe food and disease prevention is the key to keeping cows healthy.

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Farmers approve 2012 New England dairy promotion programs BOSTON — Dairy farming leaders representing seven Northeastern states voted last week to approve the 2012 budget and program proposals for New England Dairy Promotion Board (NEDPB) and New England Dairy & Food Council (NEDFC).

The action to approve the $4.9 million budget came at the annual meeting of the two companies that develop and carry out generic promotion, education and research programs in New England on behalf of dairy farmers. The meeting was held Nov. 8 and 9 at The Essex Hotel in Essex, VT.

Dairy farmers attending the meeting learned more about the nationwide school initiative, Fuel Up to Play 60, created by the National Dairy Council and National Football League. Fuel Up to Play 60 has earned recognition by the United States Department of Agriculture along with multiple health organizations and several major corporations. Over 3,500 schools in New England are participating in Fuel Up to Play 60 by encouraging youth to consume dairy and other nutrientrich foods and get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.

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By Janet Fallon, CCA The United Nations projects that the world population will increase by more than 2 BILLION people in the next 40 years. This creates some rather obvious challenges when it comes to meeting the world's demand for safe and affordable food. Increased food production must be achieved by intensified crop production since our arable land base is not likely to expand Soil testing will play a critical role to ensure efficient utilization of crop nutrients needed to boost food production in the future while minimizing negative impacts on the environment. That process begins by collecting a representative soil sample.

How to take a soil sample A representative soil sample is needed to determine lime and fertilizer requirements and avoid costly over or under fertilization. It is perhaps the most important part of any soil testing program…whether it is for a commercial operation farming 1000 acres or for your home garden. Follow the guidelines below to help ensure the best results.

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Establish a Sampling Schedule Most soils should be sampled every 2 - 3 years; more often for sandy soils, high value crops or problem areas.

To avoid seasonal variation, try to sample at the same time every year for a given field or garden. Fall is generally considered to be the most reliable time to pull samples, especially when it comes to pH. Soil pH fluctuates and tends to be lower in the summer when temperatures are higher and soils are dryer. When soils dry out, salt concentrations increase allowing Ca++, Mg++, K+ to replace H+ and Al+++ on the soil surface. The extra H+ and Al+++ in the soil solution will temporarily decrease soil pH hence pH determination is more reliable in the Fall when soil moisture is a bit higher.

Use the Right Tool Use tools that are clean and free of rust. Avoid brass or galvanized tools or containers that can contaminate samples with zinc or copper. Stainless steel probes or augers are best because they collect a continuous core through the entire sampling depth with a minimum disturbance of the soil (see Figure 1.). Avoid shovels or trowels. A soil auger may work better in wet or rocky soils. Collect samples in a clean plastic bucket or plastic bag. Avoid collecting or shipping wet samples in plain commercial paper bags or boxes that are often treated with a product containing boron. Wet samples can leach boron out of the paper and contaminate the sample. If possible, send air dried samples in an Agro-One sample box.

Sample at the Proper Depth Based on Tillage • Moldboard plow - surface to tillage depth (usually 6-7 inches).

• Chisel plow and offset disk - sample before tillage to fl of the tillage depth.

• Reduced tillage systems - No Till, Ridge till, Zone Till etc.

Two Samples may be required. Sample between rows to avoid disturbed soil or fertilizer band.

• Sample to 6 inch depth for pH and nutrient content.

• Take a second sample to a 1 inch depth to determine if surface applied N has resulted in an acid layer that can reduce the effectiveness of triazine herbicides.

Figure 1. Use a stainless steel probe or auger for best results.

Identify the Sampling Area Commercial Field Historically, a single composite soil sample has been used to generate one fertilizer and lime recommendation for each field. This is adequate in many cases but may result in inefficient use of fertilizer inputs and increased potential for environmental degradation due to over or under fertilization within a field if the field is quite variable.

Technology such as digitized soil survey maps, electrical conductivity mapping, yield monitors and aerial photographs may help farms sample fields more precisely by dividing them into "management zones". Several cores can be taken from each management zone and submitted separately to generate a nutrient application plan that is customized for each management zone within the field. Up front analytical costs may be higher per field since you may submit multiple samples for each field but it allows for improved fertilizer efficiency and environmental protection.

Follow the guidelines shown below for taking a single composite soil sample per field. Contact your crop adviser if you plan to implement site specific or "precision" sampling on your farm.

• Take 15-20 plow depth core sub-samples using a zig-zag pattern in a management area representing < 20 acres (see Figure 2.).

• Avoid unusual areas such as dead furrows, old hedge rows, fence lines, old manure piles, lime piles or burn piles. Avoid wet areas or severely eroded areas.

• Take separate samples from areas within the field that vary widely from the rest of the field in color, slope, soil texture, drainage, productivity or crop history.

• Sample each contour strip separately if it is > 5 acres.

• Mix the 15-20 subsamples completely in a clean plastic bag or plastic bucket.

• Avoid sampling under extremely wet soil conditions. Wet samples usually leak in transit and some nutrients in very wet soils may undergo rapid biological transformations.

Home Landscape Samples • Each sample should represent only one area - for example, a lawn, vegetable garden or perennial landscaped area (Figure 3).

• For each unique area take at least 10 - 12 cores.

• Submit samples from healthy and unhealthy areas separately.

• Sample lawns to a depth of 4 inches.

Figure 2. Suggested Sampling Pattern in a Commercial Field

by Hubert J. Karreman Hi Folks, As many of us just weathered a very rare snow storm at the end of October and are still feeling some of its effects, it brings to mind to continue the conversation about issues associated with indoor housing during the winter. This month I want to focus on udder health since milk quality is always of concern anytime with dairy animals — especially those indoors.

Looking back a couple years at a presentation given by Dr. Linda Tikofsky to the National Organic Standards Board during the Pasture Symposium in State College, PA, one study showed that the percentage of cows freshening with SCC of more than 300,000 is highest from December through April while the percent of cows

freshening with SCC more than 300,000 being lowest during the pasture season. In a 4year study of pasture and confinement systems, authored by Dr. Steve Washburn from NC State, confined cows had more clinical mastitis than pastured cows (Washburn et al. 2002. J Dairy Sci.). Back in 1992, a study in Vermont of 15 Vermont dairies that had monthly bulk tank cultures and whose records were monitored over a year showed that grazed herds had lower total bacteria counts than confined herds during grazing season (Goldberg et al. 1992. J Dairy Sci.).

And in a study from Norway, of 4,256 first lactation heifers with mastitis compared to 67,072 without mastitis — it was found that heifers on pasture were at lower

risk for clinical mastitis than confined heifers.

None of these studies looked at certified organic herds specifically, just herds that were grazing or not. These studies showed that when cows are out on pasture, milk quality tends to be improved in general.

But now we are going to off pasture and inside.

How best can we keep udder health and milk quality good and achieve quality premiums? There are a couple basic rules of milking cows that apply whether organic or conventional. These may sound very familiar but sometimes a reminder can help when factors beyond our control change — like the seasons and associated weather.

As any dairy farmer knows, milking clean and dry teats is critical.

Clean not just on the length of the teat you

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can easily see, but especially right at the teat end where the sphincter opens and closes to the outside world. This is the first port of entry for any unwanted dirt and bacteria. Bacteria love moisture, so it is truly critical to not have damp or wet teats when the milking machine or hand milking begins, as bugs will invisibly move about, with some gaining entrance into the teat canal where a reaction with the animal’s immune defenses will take place. This will

cause higher somatic cell count and possibly clinical mastitis, depending how strongly the cow’s immune system reacts to the invader. It goes without saying that good lighting is needed at udder level. If area lights are somewhat distant or dim, it can be difficult to make sure the teats and teat ends are truly clean and dry. Bright lighting especially at the udder level is essential. Consider wearing one of those battery powered LED lights that can be worn

on the head if needed.

Wearing gloves is not well liked by everyone but the smooth surface of gloves don’t allow bacteria to find a hiding spot and will help minimize germ transfer from cow to cow. Gloves can be washed easily between cows if they become dirty. Skin of the hands, however, offer excellent landing areas for bacteria to stay until the next cow is prepared for milking, when they can be

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• Sample shrubbery & perennial beds to a depth of 4 - 6 inches taking care to avoid zones where lime or fertilizer has been applied recently.

• Sample annual vegetable and flower beds to the depth that you plan to incorporate lime or fertilizer, usually about 4 - 6 inches.

• Place all cores for one unique area in a clean plastic bucket and mix well. Fill the soil sample box about 2/3rd full (about 2 cups).

Individual soil core samples

Vegetable Garden Sample 2 Back yard Sample 3

Prepare Samples for Shipment.

If possible, spread wet samples in a thin layer on a clean surface and dry at room temperature. Do not use heat but a fan is acceptable to assist in drying. Remove large stones or sticks and break up large lumps or clods before mixing the sample thoroughly.

Complete the required information on the sample box before assembling and make sure that it matches the information on the sample information sheet. Place about fl - 1 pint of the mixed sample in the sample box then close it securely.

Fill Out the Sample Information Sheet Completely.

A completed sheet must accompany each sample. Required information includes; • Customer name, address and contact information.

• Consultant/Extension Educator name, address and contact information • Method of reporting results - fax, email or US Mail.

• Type of report required - with or without recommendations.

Front yard Sample 1

Trees & Shrubs Sample 4

Figure 3. Sample Each Unique Area in a Home Landscape

• All Commercial NY samples must include a valid soil name if recommendations are desired.

• All NY Home, Garden and Landscape samples must include soil texture and soil drainage if recommendations are to be reported.

• All VT samples require soil drainage class if recommendations are to be reported • Method of payment - Dairy One or Agro One account number, DHIA herd code, credit card information or a check. Results will not be released until payment or billing information has been received. Make checks payable to Dairy One. • Sample information - sample identification, soil name (NY commercial samples), soil drainage & soil texture (NY Home, garden and landscape samples, soil drainage class (VT samples), and other required information should be filled in completely. Recommendations may not be generated if the information sheet is incomplete.

• KEEP A RECORD OF ALL SAMPLES SHIPPED including method and date of shipment. Dried ground samples will be stored at the lab for approximately 4 weeks to allow for additional test requests.

• Maintain records of your soil test results to assist in monitoring changes in soil fertility over time. This may be useful to adjust soil management to meet crop demands without costly over or under application of nutrients.

Ship Your Samples to: Dairy One 730 Warren Road Ithaca NY 14850 Phone: 1-800-344-2697 ext. 2172

Samples can be shipped via U.S. Mail, UPS, Fed Ex, DHL, etc. Selecting these carriers will require additional packaging and will incur additional shipping and handling costs. If using the USPS, the flat rate boxes will be your most economical way to ship samples.

In some areas, samples can be left at milk pick-up points by prior arrangement. Where available, samples will be picked up three times a week and delivered to the Dairy One facility in Ithaca the following morning.There is no shipping or handling charge for this service. Complete information on pick-up point locations, procedures and schedules can be found at: http://98.159.209.20/Truck_Stops.html Although the factors contributing to improved crop production are numerous, one thing is certain - the use of soil testing to determine crop nutrient requirements and enhance overall efficiency will be a key component of world food production and environmental protection in the future.

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Soil Sampling 101 continued...

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Wearing gloves, by the way, will reduce those painful fingertip cracks that are so common during the winter time. And those painful fingertip cracks happen to be a

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rubbed off onto the next cow’s teats.

In a study that I did with Penn State Extension in Lancaster County in 2006, DHIA data and farm responses to a survey showed that wearing gloves was associated with significantly less somatic cell counts compared to herds not wearing gloves. In the

great areas for bacteria to lodge — especially Staph aureus. And it’s those same fingertips which are prepping the next cow to milk, right?

Don’t forget the milking machines and the liners themselves. If many cows have teat ends that have little rings at the ends of each teat, then the cows are either being milked too long or there is too much vacuum fluctuation during milking time. Those rings harbor bugs. By making sure cows start milking within 60 seconds of preparation, 95 percent of your cows will be finished milking in about 3-4 minutes. Machine milking can be very irritating to cows if the machines aren’t functioning properly, regardless of make or model. Many factors go into udder health — clean and dry teats,

clean and dry hands, pre-and post dipping, milk out time, and the machines themselves.

Thinking back to the pasture studies mentioned earlier, the common theme is that cows being grazed had essentially better milk quality.

Then what was it about those cows housed continually indoors? While I’m not certain, I would probably include damp bedding as a main culprit leading to decreased udder health. And as those of you who know my writings by now, dry bedding is once again a key ingredient in maintaining good health — in this instance for udder health.

If SCC is becoming a problem, as it always is if it gets above 400,000 (the cut off limit by most organic milk processors), then it’s time to get to the bottom of the prob-

lem. The usual method I recommend is to look at your DHIA sheets and identify all cows that have a linear SCC (LSCC) of 5 or higher, then use a CMT paddle to identify the quarter(s) that are positive to the CMT fluid, then take a milk sample and have it cultured to see which bug/germ might be responsible. If not on DHIA, then you should be running a CMT on your herd every month to stay on top of which animals may be contributing to any SCC problems. You simply cannot effectively deal with udder health issues without knowing what bug(s) may be involved.

Sure, you may have a favorite remedy to treat cows with, but little by little, especially if there is a contagious bug like Staph aureus or Strep ag, your herd udder health will continually be a battle, resulting in more clinical mastitis flare-ups. Once you eventually do look into

the problem, those bugs might have set up shop in the udder to such an extent that really drastic measures may be your only hope. Using foresight, remaining aware and employing a careful milking technique will always lead to better outcomes than simply doing things the same old way and hoping they’ll miraculously get better. Sure miracles do happen, but you’ll probably enjoy milking your cows more even if it means you’ve got to make some changes to your current routine. I’ve heard some folks say in the past “But they don’t prep the cows at all in New Zealand — they just stick on the milker.” If everything is fine — great, don’t make any changes! But if you are having milk quality problems, remember to get back to basics. When it comes to milking routines and milking hygiene, conventional wisdom really has its place, even on organic dairies.

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O’Connor got her start at the Consumer Products Division of the Dow Chemical Company where she gained extensive experience in financial planning and analysis and brand management. After earning her MBA from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management, she moved on to direct the strategic marketing of one of the largest and fastest growing professional hair care brands, Back to Basics. O’Connor grew this P&G brand through innovative promotional activities, extensive new product development and a highly successful rebranding campaign. Lisa lever-

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• 12:00 Noon: Pavilion Market, 357 Lake St., Pavilion, NY. Regular sale.

Don Yahn, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, 585-738-2104.

• 12:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main St., Dryden, NY. Calves. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607-844-9104 • 12:30 PM: Hosking Sales, 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin) . Misc. & Small Animals. 1:00 pm Dairy. We now sell Lambs, Goats, Pigs & Feeders immediately following Dairy. Calves & Cull Beef approx. 55:30 pm. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 12:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Horses &

Hay. 1:30 pm Calves & Beef. Dale Chambers, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-829-3105 • 2:00 PM: Gouverneur Market, 952 US Hwy. 11, Gouverneur, NY. Calves, Pigs, Goats, Dairy and Beef. Jack Bero, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-322-3500, sale barn 315-287-0220 • 4:00 PM: Chatham Market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Regular Sale.

Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518392-3321.

Tuesday, November 22 • 10:00 AM: 840 Fordsbush Rd., Fort Plain, NY. Auction every Tuesday.

Groceries, hay, straw, grain & firewood. Mohawk Valley Produce Auction, 518-568-3579 • 1:00 PM: Central Bridge Livestock, Rte. 30A, Central Bridge, NY. Dairy, sheep, goats, pigs and horses; 3:30 PM feeders followed by beef and calves. Tim Miller, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518868-2006, 800-321-3211.

Wednesday, November 23 • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop Off Only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-258-9752 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Regular livestock sale every Wednesday. Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585394-1515. www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main

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St., Dryden, NY. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607844-9104 • 1:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Calves followed by beef. Dale Chambers, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-829-3105 • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Don Yahn, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041, 585-738-2104 Thursday, November 24 • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop off only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-258-9752 • 12:30 PM: Pavilion Market, 357 Lake St., Pavilion, NY. Regular sale.

Don Yahn, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, 585-738-2104.

• 1:15 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Dairy Cattle followed by Beef & Calves. Dale Chambers, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315829-3105 • 2:00 PM: Gouverneur Market, 952 US Hwy. 11, Gouverneur, NY. Calves, Pigs, Goats, Dairy and Beef. Jack Bero, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-322-3500, sale barn 315-287-0220 • 5:00 PM: Central Bridge Livestock, Rte. 30A, Central Bridge, NY. Calves, followed by Beef. Tim Miller, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518-868-2006, 800-321-3211.

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• 10:00 AM: 840 Fordsbush Rd., Fort Plain, NY. Auction every Friday. Full line of produce, bedding plants & flowers. Mohawk Valley Produce Auction, 518-568-3579 • 10:00 AM: 840 Fordsbush Rd., Fort Plain, NY. Public Christmas Auction, Black Friday. Mohawk Valley Produce Auction, 518-568-3579 Saturday, November 26 • 10:00 AM: Galeton, PA. Jackson Stables Retirement Dispersal. 2 tractors, farm machinery, butcher items, mechanical & woodworking tools, dozer, backhoe, horse, feeder cattle, lots of tack, Trail King 1200 bandsaw & lots more. Fraley Auction Co., 570546-6907 www.fraleyauction.com Wednesday, November 30 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Regular livestock sale every Wednesday. Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585394-1515. www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Friday, December 2 • 11:00 AM: 3144 Dalton Rd., Cato, NY. Andrew Dennison Equipment Dispersal. Having sold the cows selling complete line of late model equipment. Hilltop Auction Co., Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zieset 315-7298030 • 7:00 PM: School, Rt. 39, Geneseo, NY. Geneseo Farm Toy Show Auction.

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Holiday Holstein Sale. Over 400 head of Reg. & Sire ID’d Holsteins. Cows sell on the 8th, heifers on the 9th. Comanaged by The Cattle Exchange & Stonehurst Farms, 315-837-9640, jpullis@frontiernet.net www.cattlexchange.com Saturday, December 10 • 9:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Horse Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585-394-1515. www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 10:15 AM: Ulysses, PA (Potter Co.).

Hoopes Turf Farm, Inc. (Preston Hoopes) Sod Farm Dispersal in conjunction with Fox Hill Farms Retirement Auction at 11 am. Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc. 585-728-2520 www.pirrunginc.com Monday, December 12 • Hosking Sales, 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin). Monthly Heifer Sale. Featuring Rolling Ridge

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Calves & Cull Beef approx. 5-5:30 pm. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-6993637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-9721770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com Wednesday, December 14 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Regular livestock sale every Wednesday. Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585394-1515. www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Thursday, December 15 • 4:30 PM: Bath Market, Bath, NY. Special Feeder Calf and Beef Replacement Sales. Phil Laug, Mgr., Empire Livestock Marketing, 607776-2000 or 315-427-7845.

Wednesday, December 21 • 9:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Don Yahn, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 716296-5041, 585-738-2104.

• 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Regular livestock sale every Wednesday. . Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585394-1515.

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MEL MANASSE & SON, AUCTIONEERS Sales Managers, Auctioneers & Real Estate Brokers Whitney Point, NY Toll free 800-MANASSE or 607-692-4540 Fax 607-692-4327 www.manasseauctions.com MIDDLESEX LIVESTOCK AUCTION 488 Cherry Hill Rd., Middlefield, CT 06455 Sale Every Monday Lisa Scirpo 860-883-5828 Sales Barn 860-349-3204 Res. 860-346-8550 MOHAWK VALLEY PRODUCE AUCTION 840 Fordsbush Rd., Fort Plain, NY 13339 518-568-3579 NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLE Norman Kolb & David Kolb, Sales Mgrs.

Auctions Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs.

717-354-4341 Sales Mon., Wed. • Thurs. Special Sales

ROY TEITSWORTH, INC. AUCTIONEERS Specialist in large auctions for farmers, dealers, contractors and municipalities.

Groveland, Geneseo, NY 14454 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com

NORTHERN NEW YORK DAIRY SALES North Bangor, NY 518-481-6666 Sales Mgrs.: Joey St. Mary 518-569-0503 Harry Neverett 518-651-1818 Auctioneer John (Barney) McCracken 802-524-2991 www.nnyds.com

TOWN & COUNTRY AUCTION SERVICE Rt. 32 N., Schuylerville, NY 518-695-6663 Owner: Henry J. Moak

PIRRUNG AUCTIONEERS, INC. P.O. Box 607, Wayland, NY 14572 585-728-2520 • Fax 585-728-3378 www.pirrunginc.com James P. Pirrung

WILLIAM KENT, INC. Sales Managers & Auctioneers Farm Real Estate Brokers • Stafford, NY 585-343-5449 • www.williamkentinc.com

R.G. MASON AUCTIONS Richard G. Mason We do all types of auctions Complete auction service & equipment Phone/Fax 585-567-8844

WRIGHT’S AUCTION SERVICE 48 Community Dr., Derby, VT 14541 802-334-6115 • www.wrightsauctions.com

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mail dherke@rochester.rr.com. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-3961676 www.cnyauctions.com / dannauctioneers.htm Saturday, December 3 • 9:00 AM: Teitsworth Auction Yard, Groveland, NY. Special Winter Consignment Auction of Farm & Construction Equipment, Heavy & Light Trucks, Liquidations & Consignments.

Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Auctioneers, 585-243-1563. www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY. Feeder Cattle sale. Please vaccinate your cattle & bring documentation. Cattle accepted Thurs. & Fri. between 7:30 am - 6 pm. Finger Lakes Livestock Exchange, 585-394-1515. www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Monday, December 5 • Hosking Sales, 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin). Monthly Fat Cow & Feeder Sale. Misc. & Small Animals. 1:00 pm Dairy. We now sell Lambs, Goats, Pigs & Feeders immediately following Dairy. Calves & Cull Beef approx. 5-5:30 pm. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com Wednesday, December 7 • Newport, VT. Complete Dispersal of Registered Holstein and Registered Ayrshire herd for Agawam Farm.

Sales Managers, Northeast Kingdom

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WEEKLY MARKET REPORT MIDDLESEX LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middlefield, CT November 14, 2011 On the Hoof, Dollars/Cwt Calves:45-60# .12-.20; 6175# .22-.30; 76-90# .32.37.5; 91-105# .40-.45; 106# & up .77.5-.50.

Farm Calves: .60-.85 Started Calves: .22-.26 Veal Calves: .60-.85 Heifers: Open .65-.85; Beef .58-.72.

Feeder Steers: .58-.85; Beef .55-.97.5.

Stock Bull: .65-1.05 Beef Bull: .60-.71.5 Boars: one at .09 Butcher Hogs: .50-1.10 Feeder Pigs (ea): 25-45/ea.

Sheep, ea: 45-100 Lambs, ea: 65-180 Goats, ea: 60-175; Kids (ea) 10-100.

Canners: up to 60.50 Cutters: 61-65 Utility: 66-71 Rabbits: 5-17 Chickens: 4-25 Ducks: 3-17 ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES East Middlebury, VT November 14, 2011 Cattle: 150 Calves: 237 Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% Lean 81.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 69-77; Boners 80-85% lean 65-72; Lean 85-90% lean 45-71.50.

Feeder Calves: Hols. Bulls 92-125# 81-130; 80-92# 8090.

Vealers: 100-120# 60-85; 90-100# 40-82; 80-90# 4081; 70-80# 40-80; 60-70# 2046.

COSTA & SONS LIVESTOCK & SALES Fairhaven, MA November 16, 2011 Cows: Canners 30-61; Cutters 62.50-67; Util 68-76.50.

Bulls: 50-88 Steers: Ch 125.50-127; Hols. 64-91.

Calves: 5-112 ea.

Feeders: 45-106 Sheep: 80-92 Lambs: 1.56 Goats: 85-242/ea.

Kids: 41-142/ea.

Sows: 44 Boars: 14 Feeder Pigs: 25-61/ea.

Chickens: 1-5.50 Rabbits: 2-13 Ducks: 1.50-14 * Sale every Wed. @ 7 pm.

FLAME LIVESTOCK Littleton, MA November 15, 2011 Beef Cattle: Canners .42.54; Cutters .45-.65; Util .58.72; Bulls .55-.75; Steers Hols. 60-80, Beef 60-75; Heifers .60-.75.

Calves: Growers No. 1 .801.45; No. 2 .70-1.10; Veal .60.85; Heifers .70-1; Other .50.70.

Hogs: Feeders 40-50/ea; Roasters 40-60/ea; Market 55-60/ea; Sows .40-.50; Boares .23-.25.

Sheep: .60-1; Lambs 1.20-

1.75.

Goats: 100-130/ea; Billies 140-200/ea; Kids 20-110/ea.

NORTHAMPTON COOPERATIVE AUCTION, INC Whately, MA November 15, 2011 Calves (/cwt): 0-60# 10-40; 61-75# 30-60; 76-95# 56-68; 96-105# 56-65.

Farm Calves: 70127.50/cwt.

Start Calves: 60/cwt.

Feeders: 36-77/cwt.

Bulls: 69-75.50/cwt.

Canners: 20-50/cwt.

Cutters: 51-67.50/cwt.

Utility: 68-76/cwt.

Sows: 45-55.50/cwt.

Boars: 19.50-20.50/cwt.

Shoats: 69-106/ea.

Pigs: 18-72/ea.

Lambs: 155-215/cwt.

Sheep: 63-100/cwt.

Goats: 71-265/ea.

Rabbits: .50-8.50/ea.

Poultry: .25-8/ea.

Hay: 9 lots, 3.20-4.30/bale. northamptonlivestockauction.homestead.com HACKETTSTOWN AUCTION Hackettstown, NJ November 15, 2011 Livestock Report: 43 Calves .10-1.30, Avg .75; 50 Cows .38-.78.5, Avg .62; 7 Easy Cows .02-.42, Avg .31; 20 Feeders 300-500# .361.12, Avg .76; 4 Heifers .56.76, Avg .69; 15 Bulls .52.87.5, Avg .74; 11 Steers .451.17, Avg .86; 3 Hogs .60.86, Avg .67; 67 Roasting Pigs (ea) 12-49, Avg 35.34; 3 Boars 30-64, Avg 31; 2 Sows .52-.56, Avg .54; 45 Sheep .30-1.10, Avg .71; 5 Lambs (ea) 116-120, Avg 117.60, 77 (/#) 1.20-2.06, Avg 1.74; 20 Goats (ea) 5-170, Avg 85.55; 38 Kids (ea) 22-100, Avg 61.85; 7 Hides 2-30, Avg 22.

Total 417 Poultry & Egg Report: Heavy Fowl .40-.65; Leghorn Fowl (/#) .30-.50; Bantams (ea) 3-16.50; Roosters (/#) 1.50-1.80; Bunnies (ea) 11.80; Ducks (ea) 1.25-8; Rabbit (/#) 1.55-2.45; Pigeons (ea) 3-7.50; Guineas 8.50-9.50.

Grade A Eggs: White Jum XL 1.60; Brown Jum XL 1.901.95; L 1.89; M 1.14.

Hay, Straw & Grain: 7 Mixed 2.50-6.60; 2 Timothy 3.90; 3 Grass 3.20-4.10; 3 Mulch 2.10-3.20; 1 Oat 6. Total 16.

CAMBRIDGE VALLEY LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Cambridge, NY No report EMPIRE LIVESTOCK MARKET BURTON LIVESTOCK Vernon, NY November 10, 2011 Calves (/#): Hfrs. .40-1.50; Beef Bulls over 92# .601.30; 80-92# .40-1.

Cull Cows (/#): Gd .62-.75; Lean .45-.63; Hvy. Beef .65.82.

Dairy Replacements (/hd): Fresh Cows 200-1500; Springing Cows 750-1300; Springing Hfrs. 800-1300; Bred Hfrs. 700-1200; Fresh Hfrs. 650-1400; Open Hfrs.

300-800; Started Hfrs. 100350.

Beef (/#): Feeders .60-1.20.

Lamb/Sheep (/#): Feeder .80-1.80; Market .75-1.50; Slaughter Sheep .30-.65.

Goats (/hd): Billies 75-175; Nannies 70-100; Kids 20-80.

Swine (/hd): Feeder Pig 2050.

CENTRAL BRIDGE LIVESTOCK Central Bridge, NY November 8, 2011 Calves (/#): Hfrs. .40-1.50; Grower Bulls over 92# .701.60; 80-92# .50-1.

Cull Cows (/#): Gd .62-.78; Lean .45-.63; Hvy. Beef Bulls .72-.85.

Dairy Replacements (/hd): Fresh Cows 700-1300; Springing Cows 750-1200; Springing Hfrs. 800-1250; Bred hfrs. 600-1000; Fresh Hfrs. 700-1200; Open Hfrs.

300-800; Started Hfrs. 100400; Service Bulls 500-900.

Beef (//#): Feeders .60-1.15; Hols. Ch .85-1.

Lamb/Sheep (/#): Feeder .80-1.80; Market .75-1.50; Slaughter Sheep .30-.65.

Goats (/hd): Billies 100-200; Nannies 75-100; Kids 20-80.

Swine (/#): Feeder Pig (/hd) 30-65.

CHATHAM MARKET Chatham, NY November 14, 2011 Calves (/#): Hfrs. .60-.85; Grower over 92# .80-1.30; 80-92# .60-.70; Bob Veal .43.56.

Cull Cows (/#): Gd .67-.72; Lean .57-.64; Hvy. Beef Bulls .77-.80.

Dairy Replacements (/hd): Fresh Hfrs. 880; Started Hfrs.

230-450.

Beef (/#): Feeders 87-97; Veal .79-.93; Steer .89-.97; Hols. Steer Sel .46-.56.

Lamb/Sheep (/#): Feeder 11.40; Slaughter Sheep 50.

Goats (/hd): Billies 140; Nannies 70-92.50; Kids 4550.

Swine (/#): Sow .38-.40; Feeder Pig .50-.40. *Buyers always looking for pigs.

CHERRY CREEK Cherry Creek, NY No report DRYDEN MARKET Dryden, NY November 9, 2011 Calves (/#): Grower Bulls over 92# 1.20-1.65; 80-92# .70-1; Bob Veal .10-.35.

Cull Cows (/#): Gd .63-.74; Lean .57-.66; Hvy. Beef .70.72.

Beef (/#): Feeders .70-.82.

Goats (/hd): Billies 170; Nannies 70.

GOUVERNEUR LIVESTOCK Governeur, NY No report

Gouverneur

Canandaigua Pavilion Penn Yan Dryden Cherry Creek

Bath

Vernon New Berlin

Cambridge

Central Bridge Chatham

PAVILION MARKET Pavilion, NY November 7, 2011 Calves (/#): Hfrs. 1.30; Grower Calves over 92# 1.075-1.30; 80-92# .95-1.15; Bob Veal .20-.40.

Cull Cows (/#): Gd .635-.75; Lean .55-.67; Hvy. Beef Bulls .70.

Beef (/#): Feeders 1.05; Beef Ch .87-1.105; Hols. Sel .87.

BATH MARKET Bath, NY Npvember 8, 2011 Calves (/#): Grower Bulls over 92# 1-1.20; 80-92# .701; Bob Veal .25-.40.

Cull Calves (/#): Gd .64-.73; Lean .55-.62.

FINGER LAKES LIVESTOCK AUCTION Canandaigua, NY November 11, 2011 Beef Steers: 301-500# 90136; 501-700# 84-131; 701# & up 82-113.

Beef Heifers: 301-500# 86127; 501-700# 81-126; 701# & up 76-110.

Holsteins: 301-500# 68-85; 501-700# 66-82; 701# & up 63-78.

Bred Replacements: 3101040.

Families: 950 FINGER LAKES HAY AUCTION Penn Yan, NY November 11, 2011 Hay: 95-135 1st cut; 155265 2nd cut; 155-240 3rd cut.

Straw: 180-210.

Produce Mon. @ 10 am, Wed-Fri. @ 9 am sharp!

FINGER LAKES PRODUCE AUCTION Penn Yan, NY November 16, 2011 Dairy Cows for Slaughter: Bone Util 52-72; Canners/Cutters 38-67.

Dairy Bulls for Slaughter: HY Util 67.50-79.

Slaughter Calves: Bobs 95110# 40-70; 80-95# 3567.50; 60-80# 30-65.

Dairy Calves Ret. to Feed:

Bull over 95# 70-130; 80-95# 65-125; 70-80# 60-90.

Beef Steers: Ch grain fed 110-125; Sel 75-84.

Hogs: Slaughter US 1-3 4966; Sows US 1-3 55-58; Feeders US 1-3 31-56.

Feeder Lambs: Ch 50-80# 150-205.

Market Lambs: Ch 80-100# 130-180.

Billies: L 110# & up 80172.50.

Nannies: L 60-130.

Produce Mon @ 10 am, Wed-Fri @ 9 am sharp.

HOSKING SALES New Berlin, NY November 14, 2011 Cattle: Bone Util .60-.76; Canners/Cutters .58-.65; Easy Cows .60 & dn.

Bulls: Bulls/Steers .68-.82.

Feeders: Dairy .55-.88.

Calves: Bull Calves 96-120# .80-1.48; up to 95# .10-.95.

Jones Dairy: Top Milking Age 1250; Top Bred Hfr. 1350; Top Open Hfr. 985.

BELKNAP LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belknap, PA No report BELLEVILLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belleville, PA No report CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Carlisle, PA November 15, 2011 Slaughter: Steers Ch 12251555# 118-128; cpl Sel 1195-1305# 115-117.50; 4 Ret. to feed 95-102; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 1330-1605# 108112-Ch 1390-1630# 102107; Hols. Steers & Hfrs. Std & Ret. to feed 71.50-90.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 69.50-72; Boners 65.50-71; Lean 62-70; Big Middle/lo dress/light 56-65; Shelly 55 & dn.

Bulls: 1460# 61 Feeder Cattle: Hfrs. L 1 461065# 99-106; Longhorns 200-650# 58-70; Bulls Hols.

355-360# 64-70; 1 Hols.

1100# 70.50.

Calves Ret. to Farm: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 95-120# 142-145; No. 2 90-120# 115-140; No. 3 75-110# 60-107; Util 65 & dn.

Swine: Sows 300-470# 6064; 495-565# 60.50-61.50; Boners all wts. 50-58; Boars 475# 33; Feeder Pigs 39-60# 90.

Goats (/hd): L Nannies/Billies 120-185; Fancy Kids 132-142; Fleshy Kids 77130; Small/thin/bottle 18-72.

Lambs: Gd & Ch 35-50# 200-215; 55-75# 162-185; 85-115# 170-180.

Sheep: all wts. 57-140.

Sale every Tuesday * 5 pm for Rabbits, Poultry & Eggs * 6 pm for Livestock starting with calves. * Special Fed Cattle Sales Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 20 & 27.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Carlisle, PA Small Animal Sale November 15, 2011 Rabbits: 3-14 Chickens: 1-7 Geese: 19 Quail Peeps: 9-12 Guinea Pig Family: 2 Bunnies: .50-5 Peeps: .50 Turkeys: 9-32 Guinea Pigs: 1 Pigeons: 2.35-3.10 All animals sold by the piece.

Sale starts at 5 pm.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC State Graded Feeder Pig Sale Carlisle, PA No report DEWART LIVESTOCK AUCTION MARKET, INC Dewart, PA November 14, 2011 Cattle: 135 Cows: Prem. White 7374.50; Breakers 66-70; Boners 59-67.50; Lean 52-64.50.

Bulls: YG 1 1298-1806# 74.50-84.50.

Feeder Heifers: 488-502# 97-100.

Feeder Bulls: 426-658# 109-110.

WEEKLY MARKET REPORT Calves: 139. Bulls No. 1 94130# 132-142; 84-92# 125135; No. 2 94-130# 120-135; 80-92# 97-115; No. 3 94124# 60-115; 80-92# Util 5587; Hfr. calves No. 1 108# 192; No. 2 80-100# 140-155; Util 10-50.

Goats (/hd): Kids 30-40# 3055; 60-70# 82-90; Nannies 60-70# 57-65; Billies 120140# 175-192.

Feeder Pigs: 11. 40-50# 3132/hd.

Hogs: 12. 248-316# 66-69.

Hay: 16 lds, 85-300/ton.

EarCorn: 2 lds, 225-237/ton.

Straw: 3 ld, 125-210/ton.

Firewood: 7 lds, 40-110/ld.

GREENCASTLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Greencastle, PA November 14, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1244-1564# 123.50129.50; Ch 2-3 1134-1534# 117-123; 1678# 116.50; Sel 1-3 1088-1458# 111-117.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 13081512# 104.50-107.50; Ch 23 1382-1480# 102-104; 1680-1694# 100-102; Sel 1-3 1324-1436# 93.50-95.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch &

Mercer

Jersey Shore

New Wilmington

Dewart Leesport Belleville Homer City

New Holland Carlisle Lancaster Paradise

Eighty-Four Pr 2-3 1260-1566# 122.50126; Ch 2-3 1128-1358# 115-118.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 67.50-73, hi dress 74-74.25, lo dress 6466.75; Boners 80-85% lean 63-68.75, hi dress 69-73.25, lo dress 59-61.75; Lean 8590% lean 58-63.50, hi dress 64-68, lo dress 51-57.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 11261628# 72.50-80, 1934-2262# 65-74; hi dress 15-22# 84.50, lo dress 852-1732# 66-71.

Feeder Steers: M&L 1 452# 144; 533-566# 122-130; M&L 2 385-496# 102-135; 641665# 112-114; Herefords 460-686# 80-87; L 3 Hols.

617-1016# 77-92.

Slaughter Heifers: M&L 1 304-499# 115-130; 504-630# 95-120; M&L 2 289-470# 92124; 509-766# 94-119.

Slaughter Bulls: M&L 1 580-826# 95-114; M&L 2 280-444# 102.50-127.50; 520-770# 95-111; Herefords 800# 80; L 3 Hols. 250-276# 82.50-105.

Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 94-122# 140-160; No. 2 94116# 116-140; 88-92# 7597.50; No. 3 94-112# 67.50110; 76-92# 60-116# 105145; Beef X 116-118# 115117; Vealers Util 58-100# 1069.

Barrows & Gilts: 49-54% lean 311-330# 77-79; 4550% lean 299-380# 71-76.

Sows: US 1-3 476# 60; 734# 58.

Boars: 632# 32.

Slaughter Lambs: Ch 2-3 50-58# 182.50-192.50; 7696# 185-195; 118-166# 162.50-185; Yearlings 168174# 117.50-160; Ewes Gd 2-3 136-172# 71-73; Rams 172-190# 70-77.50.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 60-80# 117.50-165; Sel 2 2545# 75-87.50; 60-70# 100122.50; Nannies Sel 1 100130# 100-112.50; Sel 2 80100# 90-105; Billies Sel 2 100-130# 110-170.

INDIANA FARMERS LIVESTOCK AUCTION Homer City, PA No report KUTZTOWN HAY & GRAIN AUCTION Kutztown, PA November 12, 2011

Alfalfa: 250-310 Mixed Hay: 150-250 Timothy: 220-260 Grass: 145-280 Straw: 200-210 Firewood: 75-175 Sawdust: 200, 24 bags Soybean Stubble: 30-105 Oats: 5 LANCASTER WEEKLY CATTLE SUMMARY New Holland, PA November 11, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1160-1645# 127130.50; Ch 2-3 1090-1505# 122.50-127; Sel 2-3 11351445# 114-121.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1260-1680# 105-111; Ch 2-3 13051590# 95-105; Hfrs. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1110-1340# 122.50128; Ch 2-3 1010-1380# 116.50-122.

Slaughter Cows: Prem Whites 65-75% lean 67-74, hi dress 74-77.50, lo dress 68-69.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 64-72, hi dress 72-76, lo dress 60-64; Boners 80-85% lean 63-68, hi dress 6872.50, lo dress 58-63; Lean 85-90% lean 58.50-63, hi dress 63-67.50, lo dress 5358.

Slaughter Bulls: Mon. YG 1 1350-1680# 76-79, hi dress 1505-1925# 80-87; lo dress 1315-1600# 65-70; Bullocks 805-1285# 77-79; hi dress 915-1330# 82-87, lo dress 850-1320# 64-70; Thurs. YG 1 1060-1860# 71.50-78; lo dress 985-1525# 66-71.

Holstein Bull Calves: Mon. No 1 95-125# 150-170; 8090# 90-100; No. 2 95-130# 125-145; 80-90# 70-80; No. 3 95-115# 65-85; 75-90# 5060; Util 75-95# 30-65; 65-70# 11-22; Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 85105# 120-180; No. 2 65-90# 60-120; Non-tubing 60-70# 11-35; Tues. No. 1 112-121# 125-138; 95-112# 152-169; 80-90# 80-105; No. 2 95112# 151-167; 83-90# 75100; pkg 75# 45; No. 3 84108# 67-90; pkg 74# 42; Util 82-111# 52; pkg 75# 20; Graded Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 91114# 165-180; pkg 43# 75; No. 2 pkg 157; 73-82# 50-75; Non-tubing 73-92# 25-60; Thurs. Graded Bull Calves No. 1 120-128# 120; 94-118# 133-140; 80-92# 70-80; No. 2 120-128# 110; 94-118# 120-

130; 80-92# 60-62; No. 3 80130# 75-102; 72-78# 30; Util 60-110# 11-35; Hols. Hfr. Calves No. 1 90-105# 190225; No. 2 85-110# 50-130.

LEBANON VALLEY LIVESTOCK AUCTION Fredericksburg, PA No report LEESPORT LIVESTOCK AUCTION Leesport, PA November 9, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Ch 2-3 1260-1365# 115-118.50; Sel 2-3 1100-1435# 109.50-115; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 106112, few 114-120; Ch 2-3 1445-1585# 97-97.50.

Slaughter Heifers: Ch 2-3 1155-1165# 113.50-119.50.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-75% lean 72.5073.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 66.50-70.50, hi dress 70.5071.50; Boners 80-85% lean 62.50-65.50; Lean 85-90% lean 56-61.50, hi dress 61.50-63, lo dress 49-54.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 14901875# 79-87, lo dress 15551755# 71.50-72.

Feeder Cattle: Steers M&L 2 500-700# 87-97; L 3 750810# 81-82; Hfrs. M&L 2 500700# 79-88.

Vealers: Util 70-110# 15-50.

Feeder Calves: Hols. Bulls No. 1 95-120# 142.50167.50; 85-90# 90-130; No. 2 95-130# 120-145; 80-90# 75-100; No. 3 80-120# 60120.

Lambs: Ch 2-3 60-100# 180-240.

Goats: Kids Sel 1 60-80# 80-99; Sel 2 30-40# 52.5057; Nannies Sel 1 80-130# 120-121.

Feeder Pigs: US 1-3 45-60# 82.50-85; Slaughter Hogs 45-50% lean 220-275# 6773.

MIDDLEBURG LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middleburg, PA November 8, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1405-1580# 123126.50; Ch 2-3 1155-1540# 117-123.50; Sel 1-3 10201420# 112-117.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1400# 106; Ch 2-3 1175-1575# 99-102; Sel 1-3 1180-1280# 93-96.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch &

Pr 2-3 1150-1602# 121-126; Ch 2-3 1030-1340# 113.50119; Sel 1-3 1285-1345# 107-112.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 66.50-71.50, lo dress 63-67; Boners 80-85% lean 61-67.50, hi dress 68, lo dress 59.50-63; Lean 8590% lean 54.50-60.50, lo dress 50-55.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 13652010# 73-84.50, hi dress 1700-1825# 84-86.50, lo dress 1775-1995# 70.

Feeder Steers: M&L 1 505515# 125-127; 775-960# 9697; Herefords 640-870# 91102; M&L 2 475# 97; L 3 Hols. 390-420# 70-77; 670915# 62-73.

Feeder Heifers: M&L 1 325475# 92-120; 505-585# 8799; Herefords 430# 82; M&L 2 270-375# 82-101; 500# 72; Herefords 490-595# 67-72.

Feeder Bulls: M&L 1 405500# 120-127; 520-740# 91110; Herefords 585-725# 7588; M&L 2 310-415# 85-110; 820-960# 76-77; L 3 Hols.

285-365# 76-77; 780# 75.

Feeder Calves: Hols. Bulls No. 1 95-125# 130-160; 90# 100-115; No. 2 95-120# 95125; 80-90# 77-97; No. 3 95125# 67-85; 75-90# 55-77; Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 90-95# 155160; No. 2 75-100# 90-135; Vealers Util 65-120# 15-67.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 49-54% lean 245-280# 69-75, one lot 254# 79; 280320# 69.50-72; 45-50% lean 246-278# 68-72; 285-340# 67.50-69.50.

Sows: US 1-3 455-490# 5360; 520-725# 61-64.50.

Boars: 380-515# 33-34; Jr. Boars 255-342# 52-62.

Feeder Pigs: US 1-3 15-50# 10-22; 90# 50.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 60-67# 185-195; 70100# 205; 110-125# 140170; Yearlings 110# 110; Ewes Gd 2-3 145-192# 6772; 222# 57; Util 1-2 50; Rams 127-210# 85-97.

Slaughter Kids: Sel 2 2040# 40-82; 45-65# 52-87; Sel 3 20-25# 10-22.

Slaughter Nannies: Sel 1 120-150# 92-127; Sel 2 110120# 80-85; Sel 3 90-100# 20-62.

Billies: Sel 1 150# 200; Sel 2 160# 127; Wethers Sel 2 110-130# 127-160.

MORRISON’S COVE* LIVESTOCK AUCTION Martinsburg, PA November 14, 2011 Cattle: 129 Steers: Gd 90-100 Heifers: Gd 90-98 Cows: Util & Comm. 62-70; Canner/lo Cutter 60 & dn.

Bulls: YG 1 72-74 Feeder Cattle: Steers 80110; Bulls 75-100; Hfrs. 70105.

Calves: 97. Ch 100-110; Gd 80-100; Std 15-50; Hols.

Bulls 90-130# 60-130.

Hogs: 19. US 1-2 80-85; US 1-3 75-80; Sows US 1-3 5863; Boars 24-45.

Feeder Pigs: 39. US 1-3 2050# 10-55.

Sheep: 60. Ch Lambs 160-

180; Gd Lambs 130-150; SI Ewes 50-70.

Goats: 15-165 MORRISON’S COVE HAY REPORT Martinsburg, PA November 14, 2011 Alfalfa: 295, 1 ld Alfalfa/Grass: 235-280 Grass: 305-325 Timothy: 205-280 Mixed Hay: 185-205 Round Bales: 120-160 Lg. Sq. Bales: 70-90 Straw: 160-185 Wood: 60-65 Hay Auction held every Monday at 12:30 pm.

MORRISON’S COVE LIVESTOCK, POULTRY & RABBIT REPORT Martinsburg, PA November 14, 2011 Roosters: 2-4 Hens: .50-1.50 Banties: .50-1.25 Pigeons: 2 Ducks: 4 Bunnies: 1-3.50 Rabbits: 8-13 Auction held every Monday at 7 pm.

NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLES New Holland, PA November 10, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1160-1645# 127130.50; Ch 2-3 1090-1505# 123.50-126.50; Sel 2-3 11351320# 118-121.

Holstein Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 few 1260-1680# 105111; Ch 2-3 1305-1430# 95100; Sel 2-3 1135-1325# 8692.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1110-1270# 126-128; Ch 2-3 1020-1190# 121-122.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-75% lean 70-74, hi dress 74.50-77.50, lo dress 68-69.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 68-72, lo dress 65-67; Boners 80-85% lean 64-68, hi dress 69-72.50; Lean 8890% lean 59-63, hi dress 6467.50, lo dress 54-58.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 10601860# 71.50-78; lo dress 985-1525# 66-71.

Graded Bull Calves: Hols.

No. 1 120-128# 120; 94-118# 133-140; 80-92# 70-80; No. 2 120-128# 110; 94-118# 120-130; 80-92# 60-62; No. 3 80-130# 75-102; 72-88# 30; Util 60-110# 11-35.

Holstein Heifer Calves: No. 1 90-105# 190-225; No. 2 85110# 50-130.

NEW HOLLAND PIG AUCTION New Holland, PA November 2, 2011 US 1-2: 15 27# 90; 93 3040# 60-90; 5 32# 105; 15 4050# 70-80; 18 50-65# 70-75.

US 2: 24 10-20# 60-70; 155 20-30# 70-120; 30 25# 135.

NEW HOLLAND SHEEP & GOATS AUCTION New Holland, PA November 14, 2011 Slaughter Lambs: Non-traditional markets: Wooled &

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EIGHTY FOUR LIVESTOCK AUCTION New Holland, PA November 14, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Ch 2-3 1110-1245# 124-126.

Slaughter Heifers: Ch 2-3 1105-1235# 123.50-125.50.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 73-76, hi dress 78-86; Breakers 7580% lean 69-72, lo dress 65.50; Boners 80-85% lean 64-68.50, hi dress 69-70, lo dress 61.50-63.50; Lean 8590% lean 59-63.50, hi dress 64, lo dress 58-59.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 12351780# 73-78.50, few hi dress 83-88; YG 2 1050-2170# 69.50-73.

Steers: M&L 1 300-400# 140-150; 400-500# 128137.50; 500-700# 123-131; 700-900# 100-105; M&L 2 500-700# 107.50-119; L 3 500-700# 60-74.

Heifers: M&L 1 300-500# 115-123; 500-700# 104-115; M&L 2 300-500# 100-115; 500-700# 95-105.

Bulls: M&L 1 300-500# 122.50-137.50; 500-600# 115-126; 600-700# 107112.50; M&L 2 300-500# 115-125; 500-700# 102.50117.

Feeder Calves: No. 1 Hols.

Bulls 90-120# 130-167.50; No. 2 90-130# 102.50-125; No. 3 85-120# 50-100; Hols.

Hfrs. No. 1 90-100# 170-190; Beef 110-130# 107.50-130; Vealers Util 65-120# 22.5045.

Slaughter Lambs: Ch 1-3 60-100# 167.50-173; Gd & Ch 2-3 40-60# 150-162.50.

Slaughter Ewes: Util 1-2 130-180# 58-77.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 2 45-55# 40-60; 80# 107.50; Nannies Sel 2 60-70# 8087.50; 112-168# 70-84/cwt; Billies Sel 1 140# 85.

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WEEKLY MARKET REPORT Shorn Ch & Pr 2-3 40-60# 238-265; 60-80# 194-220; 80-90# 181-196; 90-110# 180-195; 110-130# 171-186; 130-150# 150-165;150-200# 150-156; Wooled & Shorn Ch 2-3 40-60# 200-217; 60-80# 179-208; 90-110# 165-180.

Slaughter Ewes: Gd 2-3 M flesh 120-160# 78-93; 160200# 70-85; Util 1-2 thin flesh 120-160# 69-84; 160-200# 62-77.

Slaughter Kids: Sel 1 4060# 94-125; 60-80# 115-130; 80-90# 117-132; 90-100# 138-153; 100-110# 139-151; 110-120# 148-160; Sel 2 3040# 66-80; 40-60# 83-97; 7080# 103-118; 80-110# 10423; Sel 3 40-60# 68-82; 6080# 80-94; 80-90# 89-97.

Slaughter Nannies/Does: Sel 1 80-130# 122-137; 130180# 125-140; Sel 2 80-130# 110-125; 130-180# 118-130; Sel 3 80-130# 86-101.

Slaughter Bucks/Billies: Sel 1 100-150# 167-183; 150-200# 200-215; Sel 2 100-150# 145-160.

NEW WILMINGTON LIVESTOCK AUCTION New Wilmington, PA No report NEW WILMINGTON PRODUCE AUCTION, INC. New Wilmington, PA No report PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Grain Market Summary Compared to last week corn sold steady to .05 higher, wheat sold steady to .05 lower, barley sold steady to .05 higher, Oats sold .05-.10

lower & Soybeans sold steady. EarCorn sold steady to 2 higher. All prices /bu. except ear corn is /ton.

Southeastern PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.96-7.46, Avg 7.21, Contracts 6.01-6.03; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.876.86, Avg 6.32, Contracts 6.01-6.50; Barley No. 3 Range 4.70-5.90, Avg 5.51, Contracts 4.75, Oats No. 2 Range 4.25-5, Avg 4.58; Soybeans No 2 Range 11.43-11.58, Avg 11.51, Contracts 11.52-11.58; EarCorn Range 200-208, Avg 204.

Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.85-7.40, Avg 7.06; Wheat 6.65; Barley No. 3 Range 4.75-5, Avg 4.87; Oats No. 2 Range 4.30; Soybeans No. 2 Range 11.2511.80, Avg 11.31; EarCorn Range 195.

South Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 7-7.30, Avg 7.09; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.806.70, Avg 6.16; Barley No. 3 Range 4.25-5.30, Avg 4.95; Oats No. 2 Range 3-4.25, Avg 3.62; Soybeans No. 2 Range 11.31-11.65, Avg 11.48; EarCorn Range 195.

Lehigh Valley Area: Corn No. 2 Range 7.10-7.44, Avg 7.29; Wheat No. 2 Range 7.15; Barley No. 3 Range 4.95; Oats No. 2 Range 4.50; Soybeans No. 2 Range 11.40-11.92, Avg 11.59; Gr. Sorghum Range 5.95.

Eastern & Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.75-7.50, Avg 7.15, Mo. Ago 6.68, Yr Ago 5.77; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.95, Avg 6.51, Mo Ago 5.95, Yr Ago 6.56; Barley No. 3 Range 4.25-6, Avg

5.10, Mo Ago 4.89, Yr Ago 3.17; Oats No. 2 Range 3-5, Avg 4.11, Mo Ago 4.03, Yr Ago 2.61; Soybeans No. 2 Range 11-11.80, Avg 11.46, Mo Ago 11.05, Yr Ago 11.58; EarCorn Range 180210; Avg 199.50, Mo Ago 190.50, Yr Ago 135.

Western PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.21-7, Avg 6.56; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.77; Oats No. 2 3.75-4.75, Avg 4.10; Soybeans No. 2 Range 11.46.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Weekly Livestock Summary November 11, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 123-130; Ch 1-3 117123.50; Sel 1-2 114.50-121; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 105112; Ch 2-3 95-103; Sel 1-2 91-96.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 123-128; Ch 1-3 113122; Sel 1-2 105-111.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 67-72.25; Boners 80-85% lean 63-68; Lean 85-90% lean 58.50-64.50.

Slaughter Bulls: hi dress 80-86; Avg dress 76-80; lo dress 65-73.

Feeder Steers: M&L 1 300500# 130-145; 500-700# 125-151; M&L 2 300-500# 115-125; 500-700# 106-126.

Feeder Heifers: M&L 1 300500# 112-136; 500-700# 110-130; M&L 2 300-500# 106-121; 500-700# 105-118.

Feeder Bulls: M&L 1 300500# 120-140; 500-700# 117-134; M&L 2 300-500# 110-125; 500-700# 94-119.

Vealers: Util 60-120# 15-65.

Farm Calves: No. 1 Hols. bulls 95-125# 130-170; No. 2 95-125# 105-140; No. 3 80120# 60-105; No. 1 Hols.

Hfrs. 84-105# 165-225; No. 2 80-105# 50-150.

Hogs: Barrows & Glts 4954% lean 220-270# 62-69; 45-50% lean 220-270# 62.50-63.50.

Sows: US 1-3 300-500# 60.50-63; 500-700# 62-65.

Graded Feeder Pigs: US 12 30-39# 99-137; 40-49# 7990; 50-59# 90-100; 60-69# 91-100; 70-79# 75-90; US 2 30-39# 41-70; 40-49# 65-86; 50-59# 89; 60-69# 59-88.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch & Pr 2-3 40-60# 225-240; 60-80# 202-224; 80-110# 179-207; 110-150# 179-196; Ch 1-3 40-60# 179-193; 6080# 165-183; 80-110# 161176; Ewes Gd 2-3 120-160# 80-98; 160-200# 76-94; Util 1-2 120-160# 66-89; 160200# 60-84.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 40-60# 95-126; 60-80# 118145; 80-100# 136-164; Sel 2 40-60# 74-101; 60-80# 99114; Sel 3 40-60# 48-70; 6080# 62-84; Nannies Sel 1 80130# 112-126; 130-180# 116-131; Sel 2 80-130# 100114; Sel 3 50-80# 69-84; 80130# 76-91; Billies Sel 1 100150# 145-160; 150-250# 173-188; Sel 2 100-150# 119-134.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Hay Market Summary Hay & Straw Market For Eastern PA: All hay prices paid by dealers at the farm and /ton. Compared to last week hay and straw sold

steady. All hay and straw reported sold /ton. Alfalfa 175-250; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 160-300; Timothy 150-200; Straw 100-160 clean; Mulch 60-80.

Summary of Lancaster Co. Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 172 lds Hay, 27 Straw. Alfalfa 195-300; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 145-500; Timothy 180-360; Grass Hay 160-400; Straw 150-230.

Diffenbach Auct, N. Holland: October 31, 61 lds Hay, 12 lds Straw. Alfalfa 250-290; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 155-500; Timothy 180-360; Grass 190400; Straw 175-230.

Green Dragon, Ephrata: November 4, 31 lds Hay, 8 Straw. Alfalfa 240-290; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 145-330; Timothy 247-310; Grass Hay 170-265; Straw 162-215.

Weaverland Auct, New Holland: November 3, 19 lds Hay, 5 Straw. Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 150-270; Straw 150185.

Wolgemuth Auction: Leola, PA: November 2, 61 lds Hay, 2 lds Straw. Alfalfa 195-300; Alfalfa/Grass Mix 185-370; Timothy 197-355; Grass 160315; Straw 180-215.

Summary of Central PA Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 89 Loads Hay, 18 Straw.

Alfalfa 200-275; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 100-530; Timothy 270300; Grass 190-335; Straw 137.50-305.

Belleville Auct, Belleville: November 2, 16 lds Hay, 2 lds Straw. Alfalfa 275; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 182-345.

Dewart Auction, Dewart: October 31, 15 lds Hay, 1 Straw. Alfalfa/Grass Mixed

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Greencastle Livestock: October 31 & November 3, 9 lds Hay, 4 lds Straw. Alfalfa/Grass 130-170; Straw 137.50-142.50.

Kutztown Auction, Kutztown: November 5, 12 lds Hay, 4 Straw. Alfalfa 230; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 200-530; Timothy 230-280; Grass Hay 260-320; Straw 165-250 clean.

Middleburg Auct, Middleburg: November 1, 17 lds Hay, 2 Straw. Alfalfa 200; Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 120-330; Timothy 290-300; Grass 250335; Straw 180-240.

Leinbach’s Mkt, Shippensburg: October 29 & November 1, 20 lds Hay, 5 Straw.

Alfalfa/Grass Mixed 110-258; Grass 190-220; Straw 160178 clean.

New Wilmington Livestock, New Wilmington: November 4, 12 lds Hay, 1 ld Straw.

Alfalfa/Grass 140-185; Straw 170.

VINTAGE SALES STABLES Paradise, PA November 14, 2011 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1175-1585# 127-130; Ch 2-3 1270-1535# 123-126; Sel 2-3 1135-1485# 117122; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1470-1625# 107.50-110.50; Ch 2-3 1420-1725# 97.50100.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1215-1305# 124-127; Ch 2-3 1075-1305# 119-123.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 70-75# 70.50-74.50, hi dress 75-77; Breakers 7580% lean 67-71, hi dress 73.50-77; Boners 80-85% lean 62-65.50, hi dress 68.50-71, lo dress 57.5061.50; Lean 85-90% lean 5862.50, hi dress 64-68.50, lo dress 54-57.50.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 11801590# 70.50-76.50.

Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 95-130# 130-155; 80-90# 7080; No. 2 95-115# 115-127; 80-90# 50-60; No. 3 80-130# 50-80; Util 70-110# 20-50. * Next Feeder Cattle Sale Nov. 14.

WEAVERLAND AUCTION New Holland, PA November 10, 2011 Loads: 20 Alfalfa: 2 lds, 280-350 Orchard Grass: 2 lds, 200 Mixed Hay: 6 lds, 165-240 Grass: 2 lds, 230 Straw: 2 lds, 195-205 Firewood: 4 lds, 105-130 Corn Fodder: 1 ld, 115 Mixed Baleage: 1 ld, 70/bale.

WOLGEMUTH AUCTION Leola, PA November 16, 2011 Alfalfa: 2 lds, 275-360 Mixed: 17 lds, 135-315 Grass: 10 lds, 155-290 Baleage: 1 ld, 65 Fodder: 5 lds, 85-135 Firewood: 2 lds, 75-115

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Plan ahead for cold weather feeding During cold weather, newborn and young calves are particularly susceptible to cold stress, even at fairly moderate temperatures, making it necessary to be prepared for the sudden onset of colder temperatures. Cold stress in calves is caused by environmental factors including lower environmental temperatures and wind chill factors. At temperatures below 60 degrees F, calves must in-

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Energy reserves used to maintain and regulate body temperature are extremely limited in the

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young calf, therefore during cold stress, energy for growth and developing immune function becomes short or nonexistent. What it means for producers is that the calf is not using energy to gain weight and build immunity against disease, but instead is at greater risk for coming down with conditions like pneumonia or scours.

“Producers should take a close look at calf milk replacers going into the colder weather months,” continues Earleywine. “Calves need a great deal of energy to thrive and grow in cold weather.

The main sources of energy in milk replacer are lactose and fat, both are needed by the calf. Adequate levels of milk replacer dry matter should be fed to provide lactose for immediate energy and fat to build a reserve for the calf. Oxidation of this reserve when that cold front hits can be the difference between a calf that thrives and one that doesn’t. Oxidation rate increases have been proven to increase the ability of calves to tolerate cold stress,” he says.

Additionally, Earleywine suggests producers not currently feeding a third feeding of milk replacer consider the benefits of adding an additional helping, especially during cold weather. Incorporating a third feeding of milk replacer, preferably late in the evening, provides extra energy for young calves.

Earleywine also notes

calves fed three times a day show improved growth, better feed efficiency, and consume more starter prior to weaning than calves fed twice daily.

Protect calves from the cold In addition to enhancing the nutrition fed to calves, producers should provide housing that allows a space for calves to have fresh air yet protects them from drafts.

Additionally bedding should be clean, dry and deep enough to completely hide a calves’ legs when they’re lying down.

Proper insulation will help calves stay warm without relying on energy reserves to regulate body temperature. Calf blankets can also be used to help keep them warm.

Additional cold weather management tips In addition to managing the feeding program, Earleywine offers these tips for keeping calves healthy and growing during cold weather months: • Always offer free choice water.

• Provide warm water with morning and afternoon feedings, and consider adding a third watering as well. By feeding liquids at closer to the calf’s body temperature of 102 degrees F, you can reduce the additional drain on its energy reserve to warm it.

• Keep water & grain buckets clean.

• If scours hit, primary

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TRACTORS Case IH 9110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $23,900 . . . . . . . . Fultonville CAT D4H LGP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen Ford 8N w/Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville Ford 555B WLB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen JD 2840 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen JD 7930 Lease return . . . . . . . . . . . . Coming In . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 4010 w/Loader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,800 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 5510 w/540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000 . . . . . . . . Fultonville AC CA 2btm/cult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,750 . . . . . . . . Fultonville NH TL90 cab 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,500. . . . . . . . . Chatham AC 200 w/ cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,900 . . . . . Schaghticoke JD 4230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 5425 w/542 ldr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 5325 2WD/Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $26,000 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 5065M w/553. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen COMPACT TRACTORS MF 1220 w/mower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,595. . . . . . . . . . Goshen JD 2305 w/ldr & deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,900 . . . . . Schaghticoke JD 790 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,995. . . . . . . . . Chatham JD 850 w/cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,500. . . . . . . Clifton Park JD 855 w/cab, & loader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,800 . . . . . Schaghticoke JD 1600 wam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $29,900 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 2520 w/loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,900. . . . . . . . . Chatham JD 3520 w/loader & mower deck . . . . . . $24,800 . . . . . Schaghticoke JD 3720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24,900. . . . . . . Clifton Park JD 4400 w/loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,500. . . . . . . . . Chatham JD 4400 w/loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,000. . . . . . . . . Chatham Kioti DK455 TLB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000. . . . . . . . . . Goshen Kubota L39 TLB, canopy . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,400. . . . . . . Clifton Park Kubota L5450 loader/backhoe . . . . . . . . $21,000. . . . . . . . . Chatham NH TC45D cab/loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen NH TZ25DA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,900. . . . . . . . . . Goshen SKID STEER / CONSTRUCTION 72” Sweepster Broom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,200. . . . . . . . . Chatham 78” Skidsteer Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville 317 Skid steer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen Cat 236 cab, heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $19,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville NH L160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,900 . . . . . Schaghticoke NH L170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,500 . . . . . . . . Fultonville MOWERS CONDITIONERS Gehl DC2414 Moco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,500. . . . . . . . . Chatham NH 477 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,900. . . . . . . . . Chatham JD 925 Moco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,900 . . . . . . . . Fultonville JD 946 Moco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,500. . . . . . . . . . Goshen Kuhn FC 302 Moco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,500. . . . . . . . . Chatham HAY AND FORAGE Claas 870 SPF H w/Heads . . . . . . . . . $169,500 . . . . . Schaghticoke NH 256 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,850 . . . . . . . . Fultonville

crease their energy consumption, just to maintain their core body temperature. By implementing a cold weather feeding program that meets these increased energy requirements, producers can keep their calves healthy and growing.

According to Dr. Tom Earleywine, director of nutritional services at Land O’Lakes Animal Milk Products, meeting energy and nutritional requirements during cold weather should be a top priority for producers.

“Young calves are the

2011 harvest wraps up; many crops took a beating from Mother Nature

Page 10 - Section B • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • November 21, 2011

As harvest winds down, many producers may want to examine the condition of their crops after a whirlwind of weather conditions across the United States.

Hurricanes and drought have done the most damage with Irene leaving more than just floodwater standing in fields in the Northeast.

Reports from Pennsylvania showed that as the plants bent over and touched the soil, plants and grains had a direct contamination with various molds and yeasts present in the soil. This is particularly true for no-till lands as there was an abundance of molds on the previous-year plant debris. Molds and yeasts can multiply at an alarming rate once the corn silage is made,

leading to aerobic instability in the bunk and the later effects of moldy silage syndrome.

The North Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture made a statement encouraging farmers to have their corn tested after the hurricane.

Corn and forage yields are down and silage is lower quality due to the drought in the Southwest.

Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and New Mexico were hit the hardest with high temperatures and extreme conditions. Quality issues, like mycotoxins in this fall’s crop, will mean a lot of testing and will require a close eye on toxin levels in order to prevent milk from being

infected.

Farmers in other parts of the U.S. also had their crops affected by dramatic changing weather patterns: • Hot, dry temperatures in the Plains states have affected crops with aflatoxin. This year the fungus is being seen in concentration levels far above common acceptance in Kansas.

• According to the Montana field office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service, Montana producers are finishing up this season’s spring wheat harvest, which has progressed to 94 percent complete with continued reports of drought and grasshopper damage.

• Some North Dakota and Minnesota producers saw an early end to

their corn growing season after a September frost. According to University of Minnesota Extension, corn is killed when temperatures are near 32 degrees Farenheit for a few hours and near 28 Farenheit for a few minutes. Frost damage to corn reduces grain and silage yields, grain test weight and silage quality. Corn that is severely damaged by frost often has kernels that are more susceptible to cracking, grain that is less digestible, and silage that has less energy and more fiber than normal.

With variable crop conditions across the states, many livestock producers now must come up with a plan to safely feed their herds. Mycotoxins, harmful toxins produced

by molds, can create a variety of health problems for animals depending on species and type of toxins identified.

In swine and equine, there is a higher sensitivity to contaminated feed and feed avoidance is a common symptom of mycotoxicoses in these animals. Ruminant animals are often resistant due to microorganisms in the rumen that can degrade toxins before they enter the bloodstream. Harmful effects are observed however, in high producing dairy cows. Reduced milk production, impaired reproduction and immune suppression in cows are possible effects of mycotoxicoses.

Producers can either choose not to handle contaminated feed or use an

effective mycotoxin adsorbent. There are two types of adsorbents: silicabased polymers and carbon-based organic polymers. Silica-type materials are readily available and many have shown to be effective against aflatoxins, but ineffective against other types.

A modified yeast cell wall extract that is a natural fiber source can often be used at practical levels of inclusion.

Mycotoxins are a leading area of study at Alltech. Through 31 years of research-driven product development, Alltech has created a range of natural solutions for the feed and food industries.

For more information, please visit the websites at www.alltech.com or www.knowmycotoxins.c om.

Series of healthy soil workshops planned TOLLAND, CT — Did you know there are more individual organisms in a teaspoon of soil then there are people on Earth?

Following the success of their first seminar, the Eastern Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development Area, and the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service are continuing their efforts to help landowners understand the importance of healthy soils by holding a series of workshops.

Managing for soil health begins by changing the way you think about it. Soil is a living factory of macroscopic and microscopic workers who need food to eat and places to live and do their work. Diversity in crop type, cover crop type, and root structure can be a major player in improving soil function. Cover crops, tillage, fertilizer,

livestock, pesticides, and other management tools can be used to improve soil health — or significantly damage it if not applied correctly. Managing for soil health is mostly a matter of maintaining the creatures that comprise the soil food web. It can be accomplished by disturbing the soil as little as possible; growing as many different species of plants as practical; keeping living plants in the soil as often as possible; and keeping the soil covered all the time. And, healthy soil reduces inputs and costs.

To see how you can make a difference, plan to attend one or all of the workshops: • Nov. 14 — Row Crops and Livestock • Nov. 15 — Perennial Crops (orchard, vineyard, xmas trees) and Greenhouse Growers • Nov. 16 — Small

Plan from B9 treatment should be geared toward restoring water balance by feeding electrolytes in a separate feeding at body temperature. Continue feeding calves normal milk replacer levels for energy for maintenance and growth.

• Provide enough dry bedding for calves to nestle into and keep warm. Straw or chopped corn stalks offer optimal protection for the calf; sand and sawdust are ideal for summer but not winter.

• Feed calves a full potential ration; calves fed

a “maintenance” diet (less than 1.8 pound milk replacer daily) are more likely to fall behind on weight gain and become sick.

“Producers face a unique and different set of challenges when it comes to feeding calves during periods of cold weather,” notes Earleywine. “Being prepared before the cold front hits by planning ahead is important for providing young calves the proper nutrition to keep them growing to someday become a productive member of the milking string.”

Scale Farming, Residential Landscape, Permaculture Sessions begin at 8 a.m. and adjourn at 4:30

p.m. The fee for each workshop is $10. Pesticide Applicator Recertification Credits are available — Nov. 14, 5 credits,

PA; Nov. 15, 5.5 credits, PA, 3A; Nov. 16, 5.5 credits, PA, 3A. For more information, contact Ray Covino at

860-774-0224, ext. 102; John Guszkowski at 860928-7848; or Lisa Krall at 860-871-4051, or visit http://easternrcd-ct.org.

1986 JD 2550 cab, air, 3552 hrs, 18.4x30 tires, dual remotes with like new JD 620 loader, joystick and new 7’ bucket, real clean, runs ex, only used on a bale spear before . .$17,500

1980 White 2-105 MFWD, cab, 5100 hrs, brand new 20.8x38 RL 14 tires, ex 16.9x26 fronts, dual pto and remotes, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10,500

1981 Allis Chalmers 7010 cab, air, 107hp, 16 speed trans, ex 18.4x38s on power adjust wheels, dual remotes and pto, clean starts and runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500

2006 JD 6320 2WD, cab, air, power quad, left hand reverser, 2267 hrs, ex 16.9x38 radials, 540+1000 pto buddy seat very clean sharp original ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2006 JD 6320 MFWD, cab, air, 24 speed power quad LHR, 1100 hrs, buddy seat dual pto 460/85R/38 and 420/85R/24 fenders with JD 563 SL loader electronic joystick 3rd valve to front mint cond like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $52,500 2005 JD 5225 423 hrs, 9 speed sync shuttle trans., 2 remotes, 540 and 1000 pto 3pt hitch, 14.9x38 tires, like new. . . . . . . $16,500 2004 JD 6320 2WD, cab, air, power quad, LHR, ex 16.9x38 radials, 540+1000 pto buddy seat, 3066 hrs, very clean sharp original. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,500 2002 JD 5220 2WD folding roll bar, 2090 hrs, ex 16.9x24 turf tires, dual remotes, very clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,500 1992 JD 3255 MFWD, cab, air, ex 18.4x38 radials rear 16.9R24 fronts, front fenders, 4900 hrs, clean original runs ex. . $23,500 1988 JD 4450 MFWD, cab, air, 15 speed powershift, 12 front weights, 14.9x46 radials rear, 14.9x30 radials front, 3ph quick coupler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000 1985 JD 1030 roll bar and canopy, same as JD 1530, 2900 hrs, diesel, very, very clean, tight, sharp, one owner, runs ex $6,000 1985 JD 2950 cab, air, 16 speed hi lo shift, 5262 hrs, 18.4x38s dual remotes and pto, real clean, runs ex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,500 1983 JD 2950 with Laurin cab, 4732 hrs, ex 18.4x38 radials, 16 speed trans, dual pto and remotes, sharp, runs ex. . . . $12,500 1979 JD 3130 (same as 2840) 18.4x34 rears, 4734 hrs, 540+1000 pto with Hiniker cab, good original tractor, runs ex . . . . . $6,500 1973 JD 4230 100hp, cab, quad range, 6371 hrs, real good 18.4x38s, dual pto and remotes, runs and shifts ex, original. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,500 1968 JD 4020D power shift with added on sound guard cab ex 18.4x38s dual remotes runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,500 1998 White 6710 cab, air, 95 hp, 4242 hrs, 8x4 power shift right hand reverser, 3 remotes, 18.4x38 and 13.6x28s with Quicke 465 loader new 7 ft bucket clean runs ex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,500 2005 NH TL90A deluxe MFWD, cab, air, loader prepped, mid mount, joystick, 2054 hrs, 13.6x38 rears, 13.6x24 fronts, 24x24 trans LHR, 3 remotes, dual pto, very clean, runs ex . . . . . . . $27,000 1994 Ford 7840 MFWD, 90hp, cab, air, SLE, 4,995 hrs, ex 18.4x38 radials, ex 14.9x28 radials, ex Ford 7413 loader, very clean original, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,500 1990 Ford 5610 Series 2, factory cab, air, 2587 hrs, 18.4x30 and 12.4x24 dual power, 2 remotes, real clean, runs ex . . . $14,500 1989 Ford TW15 MFWD, cab, air, series 2, 20.8x38s and 16.9x28s, 10 front weights and rear weights, 6180 hrs, 3 remotes, very clean, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000

1987 Ford 4610 series 2 MFWD, 2300 original one owner hours ex 16.9x30 and 11.2x24 8 speed ex allied 594 quick tatch loader front mounted pump ex tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,000 1982 Ford 3610 42 hp, 3347 hrs, 8 speed trans, single remote, 540 pto, 14.9x28s, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,000 1979 Ford 5600 with Hiniker 1300 cab, 62 hp, ex 16.9x30 tires, dual remotes, 540 pto, sharp, very clean, runs ex . . . . . . . . . $7,500 2005 CIH JX95 MFWD, cab, air, 80hp, 841 hrs, 18.4x30 and 12.4x24 Goodyear super traction radials, front fenders, dual remotes, like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27,500 2005 CIH JX 1075C MFWD, 62 pto, 75 engine HP, 16 speed trans LHR, 16.9x30 rears, 11.2x24 fronts, dual remotes, 2000 hrs, with Stoll F8 self leveling loader, very clean, sharp one owner, ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22,500 1995 CIH 7220 Magnum MFWD, cab, air, 5657 hrs, ex 20.8x42 radials rear, ex 16.9x30 radials front, front fenders and weights, dual pto, 3 remotes, very clean original, run ex . . . . . . . . . . $46,500 1990 CIH 5120 MFWD, roll bar, 80 hp, 5238 hrs, 16 speed trans, LHR, 540+1000 pto dual remotes with ex CIH 510 SL loader, ex 18.4x34 and 13.6x24 radials, very clean, runs ex. . . . . $21,000 1984 IH 684D only 2317 original hrs, ex 18.4x30 rears, roll bar and canopy with ex CIH 2250 quick tatch loader, joystick, very clean original one owner hobby farmer ex tractor. . . . . . . . . . $13,500 1983 Case 2290 cab, air, 129 hp, 20.8x38s, 540+1000 pto, 5400 hrs, runs ex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,000 1980 Case 2090 cab, air, powershift, 4561 hrs, 540 + 1000 pto dual remotes, 20.8x38s, real clean, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,500 1977 IH 986 factory cab 5717 hrs, dual pto and remotes like new 20.8x38 firestone 7000 radials very clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,500 1977 IH 1086 cab, air, 6100 hrs, 18.4x38 radials dual pto and remotes, clean original Illinois tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,500 1975 IH 666D with cab, 5900 hrs, new 18.4x34s, dual remotes, good TA, very clean, sharp original, must see, runs ex . . . . . . $8,000 1965 IH 806D roll bar and canopy, new TA and clutch, new 18.4x38 radial tires and rims, new Allied 795 quick tatch loader with valve, ex cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,500 1976 Massey Ferguson 245 diesel, 5114 hrs, 13.6x28 rears, 3ph, 1 set of remotes, very clean original, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . $5,500 1996 JD 920 discbine impeller cond, 540 pto off small farm, real clean, ex cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,000 2005 CIH RBX 453 4x4 round baler, dual electric tie bale ramps, baled less than 2000 bales, like new mint baler . . . . . . . $9,500 Case IH 8530 inline square baler, hydraulic tension with hydraulic drive, 8511 thrower, real nice, clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,500 2003 New Holland BR750 4x6 round baler wide pickup head, bale ramps, netwrap endless belts, very nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,500

New Holland 310 baler with NH 75 hydraulic pan type kicker, real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,500 1999 New Holland 648 silage special round baler wide pickup head bale ramps very nice 4x5 baler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,500 CIH 3440 4x4 round baler, nice little baler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,500 JD 337 baler with kicker and hydraulic tension . . . . . . . . . . $4,000 1994 New Holland 575 wire tie baler, hydraulic bale tension, pickup head and hitch, NH model 77 pan type kicker, real nice. $7,000 1990 New Holland 575 twine baler, hydraulic bale tension with NH 72 hydraulic drive bale thrower, real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,500 1996 New Holland 644 4x5 round baler, silage special, wide pickup head, bale ramps, net wrap, very nice baler . . . . . . . . . . $8,500 CIH 3450 4x5 round baler, very clean, nice baler . . . . . . . . $3,500 Gallignani 3200 4x4 round baler, rolls and chains very clean, ex baleage baler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,500 Krone KR125 4x4 chain baler, ex baleage baler. . . . . . . . . $3,500 NH Model 38 flail chopper, like new flails, hydraulic lift on head, electric controls, good clean chopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,750 Kverneland Taarup 17 ft. hydraulic fold tedder, ex cond., 2 years old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,000 Massey Ferguson Model 72 manual fold up hay tedder, big tire, very nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,000 2010 Anderson RB500 trailer type bale wrapper, 30 in. plastic, Auto start and cut with electric start Honda gas engine, just like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,500 Late Model Kuhn KC 4000G center pivot discbine, rubber rolls, ex cond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,500 NH 144 windrow inverter nice one . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500 IH manure spreader model 500 ground drive, good chain, 75 bushel, nice little spreader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $800 Agrimetal 24 in front mounted PTO powered leaf blower ex $2,000 IH 450 3 bottom 3ph auto reset plow very nice . . . . . . . . . . $2,500 CIH 7500 4BT variable width auto rest plow 16-20 inches like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,500 20.8x38, 20.8x42, 18.4x46 clamp on duals 18.4x38, 18.4x42s and 20.8x38 10 bolt axle duals and hubs Quick tatch bale spear for JD 640-740 loaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350 New quick tatch bale spear for Allied loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $450 Coming in JD 7210 MFWD cab, 740 loader JD 6410 MFWD cab 640 loader JD 2955 MFWD cab 265 loader

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Focus is on the future at Alltech’s Global Dairy 500 For the fourth year in a row, leaders in the dairy industry will gather in Lexington, KY, from Dec. 6-8, for Alltech’s Global Dairy 500. In 2011, the Global 500 will move into uncharted territory, venturing into a world of opportunities and challenges, and exploring the dairy industries’ future landscape.

“Our world is changing.

Global demand for fuel, food and other commodities will only continue to

spike as the world’s population and wealth increases. The adoption of new technologies is not optional anymore, but necessary if you want to stay competitive. It’s a world of transparency in which people develop strong personal impressions of companies and producers — and communicate their feelings through social media as well as with their neighbors. To succeed in this new environment, the

dairy industry must be prepared and must be able to engage the minds of future generations,” said Dr. Pearse Lyons, president and founder of Alltech.

The agenda this year packs in everything the progressive dairy producer needs to know about the future of the dairy industry, from communicating the message to consumers, to engaging the next generation of dairy farmers. Highlights

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There will also be a special roundtable discussion between delegates following the seminars entitled “Roadmaps to the Future of the Dairy Industry.”

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Huge demand for TIGER Grants highlights need for more transportation investments U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Nov. 15 announced that the overwhelming demand for TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grants has once again far surpassed the available funding. Applications for TIGER III grants totaled $14.1 billion, far exceeding the $527 million set aside for the program. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) received 828 applications from all 50 states, U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.

“The tremendous demand for TIGER grants clearly shows that communities across the country cannot wait any longer for crucial upgrades to the roads, bridges, rail lines, and bus routes they rely on every day,” said Secretary LaHood.

“It’s important to make these vital investments in transportation so we can put Americans back to work rebuilding our nation’s crumbling transportation systems.”

Earlier this month, President Obama directed DOT to expedite application review and award the TIGER III grants by the end of 2011 — months ahead of schedule. This is the third round of TIGER grants that will be competitively awarded to the most deserving projects across the country. In 2009 and 2010, the Department received a total of 2,400 applications requesting $76 billion, greatly exceeding the $2.1 billion available in TIGER I and TIGER II grants. In the previous two rounds the TIGER program awarded construction and planning grants to 126 freight, highway, transit, port and bicycle/pedestrian projects in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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Mixed findings from Stephenson/Nicholson dairy policy study

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Illustrate shortcomings of simplistic interpretation of economic analysis ARLINGTON, VA — The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) questioned the selective and simplistic interpretation of new dairy legislation by organizations opposed to the Dairy Security Act (DSA) that Congress is now debating.

On Oct. 24, the Dairy Business Association (DBA), an organization of dairy producers and corporate interests based in Wisconsin, issued a press release that cited the findings of a review of the congressional dairy legislation by Dr. Mark Stephenson of the University of Wisconsin, and Dr. Chuck Nicholson of Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo.

The release, which was jointly issued by DBA and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), noted that with high participation by dairy producers in its safety net programs, the Dairy Security Act could cost the U.S. government “About $2 billion more than current dairy programs.”

However, on Oct. 25, a short paper authored by Drs. Stephenson and Nicholson reported that the provisions of the DSA, if enacted with high dairy producer participation, would save the U.S. government close to $700 million.

Specifically, the DBA interpretation reported government expendi-

tures of $3.663 billion, versus a baseline of $1.601 billion during 2012-2020, while the recent Stephenson/Nicholson paper shows government expenditures of just $824 million, versus a baseline of $1.592 billion during 2012-2018, under a high participation scenario.

According to NMPF, these contrary findings “clearly illustrate the challenges associated with simplistic attempts to communicate results from complex economic modeling,” said Jerry Kozak, President and CEO of NMPF. The authors themselves note on page 2 of their paper that, “Each of these assumptions about how producers will respond to the program is highly uncertain.” Those uncertainties are illustrated by the fact that although their paper says that the market stabilization program will be in effect 40 to 45 percent of the time, the reality is that between 2006, and the present, it would have triggered in only 9 percent of the time, Kozak said.

“Some economic models are acutely sensitive to the assumptions used in the analysis — as is the case with the Stephenson/Nicholson model. Unfortunately, the more sensitive the model, the more likely that dramatic differences

ATA supports EPW Highway Bill framework Before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee’s scheduled markup of a bipartisan highway bill, American Trucking Associations President and CEO Bill Graves issued the following statement: “As the representative of an industry that depends on a safe and efficient highway system, ATA is pleased that Senators Boxer, Inhofe, Baucus and Vitter and their staffs have put together a substantive and innovative plan to address our nation’s critical need to improve our infrastructure.

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in outcomes will result from relatively minor changes in the assumptions underlying the analysis,” he said.

Because of the great variation in reported results, “it must be concluded that changes in the assumptions used in the analysis occurred between the issuance of the DBA release, and the subsequent appearance of the authors’ own papers. Consequently, it is extremely difficult to utilize any background in-

formation or results from this study in a substantive public policy discussion,” Kozak said.

Drs. Stephenson and Nicholson themselves noted the limitations of their model with respect to how the DSA would affect net farm operating income (NFOI) due to lower prices: “It is important to note however, that the current volatility imposes costs on farms (that is, it usually requires changes in management and financ-

ing that have costs) and can result in substantial equity loss and a higher probability of business failure. These costs and risks are not directly included in our analysis, so it is not possible to conclude on the basis of reduced average NFOI that dairy farmers would be worse off under the proposed legislation.”

“Such caveats by economic researchers are often excluded by those attempting to focus on specific outcomes which

serve their messaging purposes. This certainly appears to be the case regarding the press release issued by the Dairy Business Association and the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association,” Kozak said.

“No one’s interests are well served when the debate surrounding efforts to reform federal dairy policy is subjected to selective or less than complete reporting of pertinent research,” said Kozak.

Young and beginning farmers need capital, land, health insurance New survey of 1,000 young and beginning farmers reveals what the next generation needs across the United States and found that access to capital, access to land and health insurance present the largest obstacles for beginners.

Farmers rated farm apprenticeships, local partnerships and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) as the most valuable programs to help beginners.

“If Congress wants to keep America farming,

then they must address the barriers that young people face in getting started,” says Lindsey Lusher Shute, Director of the National Young Farmers’ Coalition. “We need credit opportunities for beginning and diversified farmers, land policies that keep farms affordable for full-time growers and funding for conservation programs.”

Report findings in-

clude: • 78 percent of farmers ranked “lack of capital” as a top challenge for beginners, with another 40 percent ranking “access to credit” as the biggest challenge.

• 68 percent of farmers ranked land access as the biggest challenge faced by beginners.

• 70 percent of farmers under 30 rented land, as compared to 37

percent of farmers over 30.

• 74 percent of farmers ranked apprenticeships as among the most valuable programs for beginners.

• 55 percent of farmers ranked local partnerships as one of the most valuable programs, and 49 percent ranked Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) as a top program.

Lack of capital was found to be the biggest challenge for beginners.

Although the USDA’s Farm Service Agency offers loans to beginning farmers, current loan rules often disqualify even experienced farmers with good credit and small loans are hard to come by. For real estate transactions, FSA loans take too long to process — up to 30 days to qualify and up to a year to receive funds — and the $300,000 loan limit doesn’t go far in many real estate markets.

Land access was the second biggest concern.

Farmers under the age of 30 were significantly more likely to rent land (70 percent) than those over 30 (37 percent).

Over the last decade, farm real estate values and rents doubled making farm ownership next to impossible for many beginners.

“In Nebraska the main barrier to new and beginning farmers is access to land. Unless an aspiring farmer inherits land, it is very difficult to have access to it,” says William A. Powers, farmer and Executive Director of the Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society.

The National Young Farmers’ Coalition recommends action at the local, state and federal level to help beginning farmers. At the local level, communities can create market opportunities for farmers by starting Community Supported Agriculture groups and shopping at farmers markets, as well as protecting existing farmland through zoning and the purchase of development rights.

States can preserve farmland and even offer tax credits for farmers that sell their land to beginners. At the federal level, Congress can include the “Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Opportunity Act” in the next Farm Bill, which supports many of the specific recommendations in the report.

Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, is calling for hundreds of thousands of new farmers nationwide. Over the past century, the total number of American farmers has declined — from over 6 million in 1910 to just over 2 mil-

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The National Young Farmer’s Coalition released a study showing that the nation’s young and beginning farmers face tremendous barriers in starting a farming career. “Building a Future With Farmers: Challenges Faced by Young, American Farmers and a National Strategy to Help Them Succeed” surveyed 1,000 farmers from

Corn crop forecast to be fourth largest on record Despite slightly lower corn harvest estimates for 2011, growers are still pulling in the fourth-largest U.S. corn crop ever to meet all needs for food, feed and fuel, the National Corn Growers Association said upon release of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly report on supply and demand.

“Even in light of slightly lowered estimates, U.S. corn farmers remain on track to produce an abundant crop that will be more than enough to meet all demand,” said National Corn Growers Associa-

tion President Garry Niemeyer. “Recently, we have become accustomed to setting new yield and production records every year, but 2011 reminds us that the weather still plays a major role in growing a successful crop.”

Estimated U.S. corn production fell by one percent, roughly 123 million bushels, from October projections as national average yield forecasts were revised

down by 1.4 bushels per acre according to U.S. Department of Agriculture reports. With yield estimated at 146.7 bushels per acre, total U.S. corn production is still forecast at 12.3 billion bushels for the current crop year.

The reports also indicated lower feed and residual use projections in light of the smaller crop, with estimates revised down by 100 million bushels. Additional-

ly, the decreased corn estimates led to reduction in the broiler production outlook. The U.S. ending stock projections for corn were lowered by a mere 23 million bushels.

Average yield projections were increased for Ohio and Iowa by five and two bushels per acre respectively as further harvest data became available.

Projections were lowered for Illinois, Minnesota and South

Dakota by three, five and four bushels per acre respectively.

“Farming has come a long way in minimizing the negative impact of harsh conditions, as clearly demonstrated by our ability to produce the fourth-largest corn crop on record even with drought, flooding and other severe weather. I am proud of the resilience and dedication shown by my fellow farmers and of our abili-

ty to pull through for America even when facing major challenges,” said Niemeyer.

The reports also indicated minor changes to corn import and export markets with China now projected to import one to three million metric tons more corn this year.

At the same time, Argentina is now expected to increase corn exports by somewhere between one-half and 20 million metric tons.

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January 24-25-26 2012 Young from B13 lion today. For each farmer under 35 there are now 6 over 65 and the average age of farmers is 57. The USDA expects that one-quarter (500,000) of all farmers will retire in the next 20 years.

The ‘good food’ movement is inspiring many young people to farm, both from farming and non-farming backgrounds. These farmers have the potential to offset the numbers of retiring farmers and keep family farms active, but land tenure and lack of capital are getting in the way.

“With the release of reports such as this one, the agrarian revival, this influx of young and beginning farmers, gains status — we’re not just a few people spread across the country, we’re a well organized, politically active group that can be documented,” says Tierney Creech of the Washington State Young Farmers Coalition. “We know who our senators and representatives are, we vote, and our friends and families vote. We need USDA and government support to succeed and we’re going to let the nation know that.”

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Senate champions introduce beginning farmer bill VT), Al Franken (DMN), Jeff Bingaman (DNM), Amy Klobuchar (DMN), Tim Johnson (DSD), and Barbara Boxer (D-CA).

An identical companion bill (H.R. 3236) was introduced in the House

by Representatives Tim Walz (D-MN-1) and Jeff Fortenbery (R-NE-1) in October.

Additional members of Congress have signed on in support of the bill, including Representatives Leonard Boswell (D-IA-3), Chellie Pingree (D-ME-1), Gerald Connolly (D-VA-11), Sam Farr (D-CA-17), Earl Blumenhauer (D-OR-3), Betty McCollum (D-MN4), Mike McIntyre (D-NC7), and David Loebsack (D-IA-2). There are additional members of both houses and parties that have indicated their support for the bill and will likely be signing on as co-sponsors.

“We applaud Senators Harkin and his colleagues for introducing this legislation which is so important to the future of farming in this country,” said Juli Obudzinski, a policy specialist with the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. “The bill pulls together the best ideas from around the country for advancing new farming opportunities by building on the progress of previous farm bills, and stepping up the pace of reform.”

In his introductory remarks, Senator Harkin noted, “One of the most hopeful occurrences in rural America is when someone is able to get started in farming or ranching and go on to build a successful operation. We need more beginning farmers and ranchers in America to secure critical supplies of food,

fuel, and fiber for the future; to care for and conserve our soil, water, and other natural resources; and to join in the life of healthy and vibrant local communities.”

The bill builds upon a strategic collaboration among many farmer advocacy organizations, including the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition and many NSAC member groups, including Land Stewardship Project, Center for Rural Affairs, National Young Farmers’ Coalition, California FarmLink, and Michigan Organic Food and Farm Alliance, among others.

Over the past two years, NSAC and its allies have met with numerous officials at various USDA agencies, many legislative offices both in-district and on Capitol Hill, and with other farm and membership groups to

solicit input on the bill’s provisions in order to make them as strong and targeted as possible.

The bill includes provisions that cut across six titles of the Farm Bill, including proposals that address conservation program set asides and incentives, access to credit, rural development, research and extension, and access to crop insurance and other risk management tools. These proposals aim to address many of the barriers that new farmers face, and will create real economic opportunities for the next generation of farmers.

“With the new Farm Bill, Congress has a great opportunity to enact a comprehensive beginning farmer and rancher initiative that breaks down barriers to entry and gives real support to ensure the effec-

tive start-up and success of new small and midscale producers across the country,” said Obudzinski. “This bill establishes a beginning farmer federal policy platform we believe will garner wide support both on Capitol Hill and at the grassroots level.”

For more information on the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Act of 2011, visit NSAC’s website.

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November 21, 2011 • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • Section B - Page 15

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Nov, 10, ten Senators introduced the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Opportunity Act of 2011, a comprehensive bill intended for inclusion in the upcoming farm bill that highlights federal programs supporting economic opportunities for young and beginning farmers and ranchers.

The bill addresses many of the barriers that new agriculture entrepreneurs face such as limited access to land and markets, hyper land price inflation, high input costs, and a lack of sufficient support networks.

The Beginning Farmer Rancher Opportunity Act was introduced by Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA), along with nine original co-sponsors, including Senators Robert Casey (D-PA), Jon Tester (DMT), Sherrod Brown (DOH), Patrick Leahy (D-

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Look for Connecticut grown poultry in restaurants over the holidays and beyond HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut Agriculture Commissioner Steven K. Reviczky announced today that two farms have been approved by the state Department of Agriculture through its new Poultry Slaughter Inspection Program, making more Connecticut Grown poultry available to consumers, restaurants, hotels, and boarding houses this holiday season.

MarWin Farm (http:// marwinfarm.com) in New Hartford and Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm (http:// www.ekonkhillturkeyfarm.com) in Sterling are the first two Connecticut poultry farms to be inspected and approved through the new state program, which resulted from passage of Public Act 10-103, An Act Concerning Farms, Food, and Jobs (http://www .cga.ct.gov/2010/ACT/P A/2010PA-00103R00HB-05419-PA.htm).

MarWin Farm is raising approximately 2,500 chickens, 125 turkeys, and 200 specialty birds such as guinea hens and ducks.

Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm has some 3,000 turkeys and 1,200 chickens in production.

“This new inspection program has enormous potential to get more Connecticut Grown poultry onto the plates of

local consumers,” said Reviczky. “It opens a new door for restaurants looking to serve Connecticut Grown turkey, chicken, and duck on their menus because they are no longer limited to using USDA inspected poultry in order to comply with the public health code.”

State and local health departments, which regulate food service establishments, recognize these state-inspected farms as approved food sources for restaurants, hotels, and boarding houses. This is good news to chefs who have been frustrated by limited availability of local poultry.

“I just served my first Connecticut Grown turkey from Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm last week,” said Wayne Kregling, executive chef at Brownson Country Club in Shelton.

“The quality and flavor were superb, and I am excited to now be able to offer this delicious poultry to my customers.”

To comply with the state program’s strict sanitation requirements, which are comparable to those of the USDA program, both farms made improvements to their existing facilities and developed written Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)

Connecticut Farm Bureau names new membership, county support director WINDSOR, CT — The Connecticut Farm Bureau, the voice of Connecticut agriculture, has named Ashley McCullough as its new Director of Membership and County Support. McCullough was promoted to the position from her previous work as executive assistant to Connecticut Farm Bureau Executive Director Henry Talmage.

“The creation of this position and promotion of Ashley to it will pay major dividends to our members and our county Farm Bureaus,” said Talmage. “Ashley will now serve as a liaison between the Connecticut Farm Bureau and eight Connecticut county Farm Bureaus and coordinate and implement many of our various programs, including membership acquisition and

maintenance, policy development, and leadership development.”

Talmage said that since becoming executive director at the Connecticut Farm Bureau last year, he has been focusing on increasing the number of farm bureau members and improving the level of service members receive. The appointment of McCullough to this new position is part of that effort.

“Ashley has been an important part of the Connecticut Farm Bureau team since 2009 and I’m thrilled that she will be playing an even bigger part in our organization’s success as we work to educate legislators, town officials and state residents about the importance agriculture plays in our state’s economy,” added Talmage.

and recall plans. Ekonk Hill applied and was approved for $10,000 in matching funds through the Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Farm Reinvestment Grant (http://www .ct.gov/doag/cwp/view.a sp?a=3260&q=398988) to help pay for the facility upgrades.

Because only one USDA inspected poultry processing facility currently exists in the state, MarWin, Ekonk Hill, and many other local farmers have until now opted to offer custom on-site processing of customer-

owned birds. The new state program allows producers who successfully comply with requirements, pass inspection, and become approved to sell their poultry to an expanded customer base.

“It’s a great service to provide to our state’s farmers,” emphasized Reviczky. “I hope more local poultry producers take advantage of the program to increase production and grow their businesses. It will benefit our state’s consumers, agricultural industry and economy.”

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Time to move on highway bill would happen on the highway bill until early 2012.

Fortunately, we are finally starting to see movement on the transportation front.

On Wednesday, Nov. 9, the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works voted unanimously in support of S. 1813, “Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act,” commonly referred to as the highway bill. The bill is a two year bill that consolidates existing surface transportation programs and reallocates funding to other transportation programs.

Unfortunately, the bill does not include language to address cattlemen’s immediate concerns with increasing truck weights with an additional axle or to allow agricultural permits for drivers to haul up to 100,000 pounds. While the bill does not include language critical to cattlemen, it is important to remember that this is just the beginning of a long process. The House has indicated it may move forward with a transportation bill by

the end of this year.

NCBA will continue meeting with members of Congress and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to help them understand why cattlemen’s concerns should be addressed in the highway bill.

Specifically, cattlemen urge Congress to include the following provisions in the highway bill: • Give states the option to increase truckweight limits to 97,000 pounds with inclusion of a sixth axle on trucks.

Increasing hauling capacity will result in fewer trucks on the roads.

We greatly appreciate Congressman Michael Michaud (D-Maine) and Congresswoman Jean Schmidt (R-Ohio) for introducing the Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011 (H.R. 763), and for Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) for introducing the Senate version (S. 747).

• Allow the purchase of permits for commercial vehicles to haul farm commodities up to 100,000 pounds.

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mileage exemption for farm use vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds.

We need uniformity and reciprocity of farm exemptions across state lines for drivers licenses and we strongly oppose any federal requirement of commercial driver’s licenses for farmers and ranchers. We are grateful to Congressman Sam Graves (R-MO) for introducing H.R. 3265, which waives certain driving restrictions during planting and harvest

seasons for producers who are transporting agricultural goods. We also commend Congressman James Lankford (R-OK) for introducing the Farmers’ Freedom Act of 2011(H.R. 2414). This legislation exempts certain farm vehicles (including the individual operating the vehicle) from certain federal requirements (for a commercial driver’s license, drug testing, medical certificates and hours of service) govern-

ing the operation of motor vehicles.

To all of our producers and anyone engaged in agribusiness, we need your help. We need a commonsense highway bill that addresses the needs of rural America and we need it now.

Contact your elected officials in the House and Senate and urge them to include these provisions in the highway bill to create a safer and more efficient transportation system in our nation.

National Dairy Producers’ board of directors release statements on S.1682 On Nov. 2, the National Dairy Producers’ board of directors released a statement expressing their opposition to S. 1682, the Dairy Advancement Act of 2011.

The esteemed “Contract with Producers” states that the board is committed to influencing changes that “maximize producer profits, minimize government involvement, remove government assistance and provide for the smooth and easy market management of the industry.” S. 1682 does not support these notions on a national scope, and therefore cannot earn support of the National Dairy Producers Organization, Inc. Upholding their pledge to “thoroughly and immediately review and study each of the issues that impact the price of milk paid to pro-

ducers,” the board has pointed out four specific reasons for their position.

1. The bill repeals Dairy Product Price Support without providing an alternative for milk pricing. Absence of a milk pricing agenda directly contrasts the commitments of the board to producers.

2. It places limits on producers with Gross Margin Insurance, an alternative to the existing MILC program.

“Since a three million pound milk limitation appears in both alternatives, neither provide an effective safety net for a large number of producers,” says the board in their statements.

3. Ambiguous language evades definitive formulas for determining a minimum price for milk.

The board adamantly declares a commitment to “secure a permanent and im-

proved change in how milk is priced.” Producers deserve clarity and forthright language, particularly as it pertains to milk prices.

4. Finally, the bill offers unnecessary incentives for processors, without offering attention to the capital improvement needs of dairy producers. The board aims to remove government assistance, particularly to those facets of the industry who aren’t in need of it.

In their statements, the National Dairy Producers Organization, Inc. maintains their position that the “Dairy Industry Stabilization and Sustainability Act of 2011 (DISSA) represents the best path to dairy producer profitability which is predictable, manageable and effective and does not require government money or assessment on producers.”

NATSO applauds Senate Committee’s commitment to transportation, safety and jobs NATSO, the national association representing truckstops and travel plazas, on Nov. 9 applauded the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee for unanimously approving a bipartisan two-year highway reauthorization bill.

The Senate EPW voted 18-0 to approve S. 1813, also known as MAP21, which would fund the nation’s transportation program for two years at current funding levels.

NATSO President and CEO Lisa Mullings said, “We applaud Senate EPW Committee Chair-

woman Barbara Boxer, Ranking Member James Inhofe, and the entire committee for approving MAP21, which would create hundreds of thousands of jobs, make our roads safer, and reduce the time professional drivers and other motorists waste in highway gridlock. We urge full Senate passage of this important legislation.”

Mullings also expressed support for a specific provision that would devote more funding to truck parking. Under a section titled “Jason’s Law,” the bill

would authorize states to use certain appropriated dollars for truck parking facilities. This includes the construction of rest areas with expanded truck parking; construction of commercial truck parking facilities adjacent to commercial truck stops and travel plazas; the opening of existing inspection and weigh station facilities to truck parking; and promoting the availability of publicly or privately provided truck parking on the National Highway System using intelligent transportation systems.

November 21, 2011 • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • Section B - Page 17

by Kent Bacus, NCBA manager of legislative affairs Over the years, U.S beef producers have been anxiously waiting for Congress to vote on legislation to address our concerns with antiquated and inconsistent transportation rules and regulations that hinder the flow of commerce for small businesses. Legislative solutions are typically consolidated into one piece of multiyear authorizing legislation commonly known as the highway bill. Instead of keeping our transit laws current and reflective of the needs of today’s economy, Congress has the unfortunate habit of kicking the can down the road by extending the existing highway bill to a time when political and fiscal forecasts seem brighter.

In fact, the previous highway bill expired in October 2009 and has been extended several times. The current extension of transportation programs will expire at the end of March 2012. All signs from Capitol Hill suggested that no further action

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• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • New 8x18 Bale Wagon, Steel Sides & Oak Floor, 8 Ton Gear w/11Lx15 Implement Tires, Ready for Field $3,585. *With All Steel Construction .Add $300.

•••••••••••••••••• New Running Gear - 3 Ton .$750.

6 Ton $900; 8 Ton $1150; 10 Ton $1295.

12 Ton Tandem . . . . . . . .$1,995.

With 11L by 15 Implement Tubes & Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . .$90 Ea. •••••••••••••••••• Exchange 15” for 16” Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Plus $15 Ea. Wide Track Gear . . . . . .Plus $60.

•••••••••••••••••• Dry Hill Bale Grabbers Round Bale . . . . . . . . . . $1,150 Heavy Duty Round or Square Bale double piston . . . . . $1,795 •••••••••••••••••• 16’ & 20’ Aluminum Ladder Conveyor w/Belt for Hay or Bag Shavings, 120# w/Motor . .$1,450/$1,550.

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New . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,950.

Morra Rotary Rake, Tandem 9’ 3pt. Hitch, New .$4,500.

11’ Pull Type, New .$7,200.

CIH DCX101 Discbine (Same as NH 1411) . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 CIH SBX540 Baler w/Thrower (Same as NH 575) . . . .$15,500 J&L Hay Saver, Feeders Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CALL Other Sizes Wagons,Tedders, Rakes, Feeders & Gates Available Call SANDY DODGE

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1998 INTERNATIONAL TOWMASTER on 4700 air ride chassis with DT466, 275hp engine, 6 spd. Allison auto. trans., good paint w/perfect interior & air seats. Nearly new Michelin tires & brakes, 25,000 lb. 5th wheel hitch.

Ready to take you on your next trip. 518-993-2618 Fort Plain,NY

JD 2940, new motor, ROPS, 2 WD, very nice! $9,500; Int. 766, Black Stripe, cab, 3100 hrs. orig., super nice! $14,950; MF 150, gas, nice, $4,500.

603-477-2011

9600 JOHN DEERE combine w/918 flex head, 2900 separater hours, good rubber, $35,000. 607-731-6284 FORD 1710 diesel, 4 WD, w/ ldr., $4,800; White #252, 10’ transport/ disk harrows, $2,800; Kelly backhoe, 8’, 3 ph., $1,900; Kub #4560 backhoe, 9’, $3,200; JD & NH tandem manure sprdrs, $2,000 each; JD 34 manure sprdr, 120 bu., $600; Flail mowers, 5’ & 8’, $800 & $1,300; Henke chipper, 6”- hyd. feed, $2,200; 4’ 7’ bush hogs, $400 & up. Full line of farm equipment available! 802-885-4000 FORD 3600, 3,100 hours, 41 hp, cab and curtains, in excellent condition, $5,400. (1) Bush Hog Mower, 5 ft. model # 305, very little use, $1,200.

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9 year old registered dapple grey mare, broke single, double, also rides. Erin C. Lundy 315-493-1051

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Clyde, NY

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518-768-2344 1st & 2nd cutting alfalfa timothy & grass, small squares & large square bales, also round bales. Stored inside. Get your order in early before hay shortage due to Western drought & Northern rains.

518-929-3480, 518-329-1321 1st CUT SMALL SQUARES, $3.00/bale; 2nd cut square, $4.00/bale. 1st cut round, $30.00/bale; 2nd cut round, $40.00/bale. Accessible to tractor trailers. Mike Quinn, Middlebury,VT 802-388-7828 1st CUTTING DRY Round Bales; also 2nd cutting baleage. Delivery available.

315-794-8375 300-FIRST CUT dry wrapped round bales, asking $40.00 per bale, cut June 20th. 802748-4667 4’x5”-1000# round silage bales, mixed grass, first and second cutting. Schaghticoke, NY 518-796-2344 ALFALFA BALEAGE & dry round bales. Burgundy Brook Farm, Palmer, MA 413-283-4395, 413-374-9238 AMARAL FARMS 1st & 2nd cutting good quality hay, round silage bales 4x5. Call 860-576-5188 or 860-4506536 FOR SALE: Quality first & second cut big & small square bales. Delivered. 315-264-3900 GOOD QUALITY First cut hay.

Fertilizer and wood ash used on fields. $4.50/bale. 802-2545069 HAY & STRAW: Large or small square bales. Wood Shaving Bagged. René Normandin,Québec,Canada 450347-7714

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Appleton Farms a 1000-acre farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts, is owned by The Trustees of Reservations, a nonprofit land conservation organization. The farm supports hayfields, woods, wetlands, and a Community Supported Agriculture produce operation. The farm is conveniently located near several towns, beautiful beaches, and the commuter rail to Boston.

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FARM - 57 +/- acres, 2 ½ miles to Colgate University in the village of Hamilton, New York The farm is composed of 15 +/- acres of woodland with the remainder fields and pasture. Restored 4/3 bath house dated circa 1850 - 1880. Two barns circa 1850. Machine shed. Everything in very good condition. Beautiful views from property. Stream. Marketable timber. Potential building lots, great investment potential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$395,000

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www.demereerealty.com • demeree@ntcnet.com #720 - VERY NICE 250 ACRE DAIRY FARM - 4 miles south of Sangerfield borders Rte 12. 170 acres tillable, 50 pasture, 90 woods - 60 tie stall 2 story cow barn with wide fronts, large milk house, 2 bulk tanks - 72 stall 2 story heifer/dry cow barn with wide fronts, two barns hooked together, concrete barn yard - 3 concrete silos with black top for unloading wagons. Big 20 room house built by a doctor 150 years ago - new wood/oil furnace - great water supply. Some of the best soils in New York State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $698,000 REDUCED TO $650,000.

BIG HOUSE HAS BEEN PAINTED, NEW ROOF, COMPLETELY REMODELED. #261 - 43.4 A on Woodcreek Rd. - Town of Verona with 620 ft. road frontage borders Barge Canal in back - 25 A. open & 18. A. wooded. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Asking $198,000 REDUCED TO $125,000 (WANTS QUICK SALE MAKE OFFER) #54 - COUNTRY SIDE STOVE & CHIMNEY STORE OF LITTLE FALLS, NY on 6.5 A. of land on main busy highway (St. Rt. 5), attractive, well-kept, nearly new bldgs.

- one w/show room & offices is 2800 sq. ft. (46x64’) - also lg. garage w/concrete floor for storage & vehicles (36x60’) w/12x14 ft. over-head door - both buildings have alarm system - also natural gas on property - COMPLETE INVENTORY OF $214,000 included in sale - Great value at . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$550,000 #70 - 178 ACRES IN STARK, HERKIMER COUNTY, NY - 60 acres tillable - 30 pasture - 80 nice woods, 2 story barn w/72 ties - 26x40 ft. heifer or horse section off main barn. V.G. 8 rm. home with H-W-HEAT - 3 car garage with nice work shop.

Across rd. from #69. EX. BUY at . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$289,000 #26 - Ten plus acres between Middleville & Herkimer on Rte. 28 near KOA campgrounds with 40x80 ft. maintenance/shop/garage w/two 16 ft. overhead doors, one 14 ft. door, 16x30 ft. storage space inside plus office space - radiant heat in floors, 250 gal. oil tank, dug well & septic . . . . . . . . .$149,000 REDUCED TO $129,000 C-71 - Well-kept 50 A. Hobby Farm, recently surveyed; 5 A. woods, remainder tillable; 25x56 modular home on slab, 3BR, 2 full baths, central air, new steel roof; drilled well. 28x52 barn used for hay storage; 40x60 heated shop w/two 12’ overhead doors w/openers; 14x32 pole bldg. Addition w/overhead doors; 28x38 open pole shed; 14x28 shed w/overhead door; 22x26 storage bldg. This property has A SPECIAL VARIANCE PERMIT (Agricultural or Commercial) . . .Asking $299,000

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leading Ag Bank at close to $550,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $550,000 Cattle,, machinery,, andd feedd avaiilable 22566 - Madisonn Countyy Freee stalll Operation.. 210 acres 160 acres of very productive tillable land. 2 barns with 280 free stalls. Double 10 rapid exit parlor. Large concrete pad for feed storage. Good 2 story 5 bedroom home with 2 baths. Several custom operators in the area for harvesting and planting feed. This farm is turnkey, ready to milk. Good farming area, agricultural and machinery businesses all close by. . . . . . Askingg $550,000.

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Nicee Largee Homee #22733 - Jeffersonn Countyy Gentleman'ss Farm.. 170 acres with 95 acres tillable all in hay. Balance woods and pasture. Some timber lots of firewood awesome hunting. 50 stall 2 story dairy barn plus a 24x30 woodworking shop. Additional barn for machinery and hay. Could be used for additional stock. Beautiful 2 story 7 bedroom Victorian home. Large Rooms very spacious living. This farm would make a nice beef or hay operation. Year round stream for watering cattle. Grows tremendous hay, lots of land close by to rent. Good location close to Watertown, Lake Ontario, and the beautiful Thousand Islands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $324,000 Showplacee Madisonn Couuntyy Dairyy Farm m withh a largee modernn home #22544 - Neat, Clean, & Turn-key. 220 acre farm, 160 exceptional well drained tillable acres with additional 40+ acres to rent. Balance mostly pasture, some woods. Two story 68 stall dairy barn with attached 80 stall free stall for dry cow and young stock. 3 very nice Morton machinery buildings. Nice 2 story 5 bedroom 3 bath Modern Home. This is truly an exceptional farm that has everything. Great milking facility, room for heifers and dry cows, plenty of machinery storage, and enough supporting lands. Farm recently appraised by

Onn thee Riverr - Minutess from m thhe Adirondackk Park.. Noo Better Locationn forr Roadsidee Sales. #22722 - Located on the Beautiful West Canada Creek. Herkimer County 123 acre Gentleman's Farm. Exceptional soils. 50 acres tillable. Silt Loem. High organic matter and premier vegetable soil. 20 acres of pasture in good fence.

Balance woods. Lots of firewood. Awesome hunting. 2 story dairy barn w/65 tie stalls. Enclosed manure room. Side addition for 20 additional heifers.

Large drive-in hay mow 10,000 bale capacity. Good 60x80 machinery building w/8x14 cooler for vegetables. Good 28x48 Greenhouse with water and power. Nice 2 story 3 bdrm home with a large attached 2 car garage. New windows and furnace. Farm is currently used for roadside sales of beef, hogs, and veggies but could be Dairy again. Over 1500 ft of frontage on West Canada Creek. Awesome fishing and kayaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . m $320,0000 too $300,,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reducedd from 21777 - 6622 +/-- acree farm m locatedd inn Oneidaa Countyy NY. Close to 200 acres tillable all in hay, 460 acres of woods and pasture. 2 year round streams, 3 small ponds. Good 2 story Victorian home. 3 large bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Attached 2 car garage. Very nice home high ceilings, large rooms. Farm has REA power, cheap electric. Nice location, close to the city of Utica. Close to Adirondack mountains. Lots of road frontage. Would make an excellent investment property or for someone who would like to raise beef, make hay. Excellent hunting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $750,0000 Ownerr willl considerr selllingg 4800 acress withh homee forr $550,000.

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