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Livestock Farm Day at Tufts covers plenty of ground

by George Looby, DVM The Third Annual Farm Day, held May 12 at Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, provided an abundance of useful information for veterinary students and farmers alike.

The event was held at the Farm Department of the school in North Grafton, MA. The Farm Department is charged with introducing veterinary students to the essentials of livestock management in a real-world setting.

This exposure has become increasingly important in recent years as many students from urban backgrounds have no previous experience working with farm animals. This segment continues to be an essential part of their veterinary education. On this day, those attending were individuals who have an interest in farming who have yet to make the plunge, those who have started raising livestock and wish to increase their base of knowledge and those with more experience who wanted to find out what is happening at the cutting edge of poultry and livestock husbandry.

There was no fee charged to attend the all-day session and that sort of fee in today’s world is rare indeed. A variety of grants and other funding makes it possible for the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project to put on the program at no cost to the attendees. The mission of the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project is to assist, support and encourage those with multicultural backgrounds to get started in farming in Massachusetts.

Since its inception, the scope of the project has expanded to encompass all of those with limited experience who are interested in farming and want

Dr. George Saperstein, at left, and Jennifer Hashley greeted those attending the third annual Livestock Farm Day. Photos by George Looby to become involved. The project operates within the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Freidman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University.

New Entry Program Director Jennifer Hashley’s department organized and coordinated the day’s activities. The farm at Tufts operates under the umbrella of Dr. George Saperstein’s Department of Environmental and Population Health. This administrative overview allows Saperstein to occasionally escape the routine of administrative work, pull on his boots, slip into his coveralls and become a real veterinarian again. The morning session was divided into one hour lec-

tures; the first being a beef cattle workshop conducted by Scott Brundidge, a Tufts staff member whose responsibilities include management of the beef cattle herd. Concurrently, Dr. Micheal Darre, Extension poultryman at UConn, gave his group an update on flock management, especially geared to the start-up or smaller operator. From 10:45 to 11:45, three lectures were going on at the same time. For those who did not have the opportunity to hear Darre during the first hour he repeated his presentation during this segment.

For those with an interest in goats, Dr. Sandy Ayers, a faculty member of the Cummings

Garth Miller presented his group with some ideas to make their swine operations more efficient.

School, gave her audience an overview of her favorite animal.

Her talk included many do’s and don’ts relating to their management — not always easy in a species strongly predisposed to mischief. Goats are intelligent animals, but this faculty does not allow them to discriminate among plants as to their possible toxicity. Being natural browsers plants such as mountain laurel can be highly toxic to this species.

Male goats are predisposed to bladder stone formation and care must be taken to provide a diet that is low in phosphorus and a calcium to phosphorus ratio of 2:1. Parasite control is always a concern among goat breeders and there are several strategies that can help in controlling the problem. Kevin Woolam, nutritionist for the Central Connecticut Co-op spoke about feeds and nutrition during this segment.

The afternoon session started with a sheep workshop and a brooding workshop conducted by Alex McDonald, poultry inspector for the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture, a session that provided insights into chick behavior.

McDonald raised several interesting points regarding chick management, one of which involved light management. When exposed to continual light, chicks sleep when they become exhausted — not a natural sleep as would be the case if they are allowed long periods of reduced or subdued lighting.

Positioning the level at which chicks feed is another consideration. Their heads should be level with the feeder.

The last two workshops of the afternoon covered swine husbandry and pasture raised broiler production. Garth

Miller, a longtime manager of the Grafton swine operation, presented his group with some ideas to make their operations more efficient and some pitfalls to avoid. Hashley presented some suggestions that a start-up range broiler operation might want to consider when planning such an program. Topics covered included an explanation of some of the terminology that is used in broiler production such as organic, pasture raised and free range. Also discussed were such topics as breed selection, types of housing suitable for range raised birds, the best feeds to use and, of great importance, slaughter regulations.

A question and answer session concluded the workshop with the various presenters fielding questions from the attendees. The New Entry Sustainable Farming Project is presenting several workshops over the next few months that may be of particular interest to livestock owners. Included will be a Sheep School in Grafton on June 14; Internal Parasite Management for Small Ruminants on July 14 in Rutland, MA; Feeds and Nutrition in Grafton on Aug. 2; and a Cattle Behavior and Handling Clinic on Aug. 29.

Later in the season, workshops are scheduled for Meat Marketing and Pastured Poultry. For details and further information on any of these classes, contact sanderson@comteam.org or call 978654-6745.

Sponsors and partners of these information programs include the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, Heifer International, the USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program and RMA.

Dr. Sandy Ayers, a faculty member of the Cummings School, gave her audience an overview of caring for goats, including many do’s and don’ts relating to their management.

NRCS practices and EQIP program benefit Breene Hollow Farm vice president. Steven was also actively involved in 4-H and is RI FFA’s past president and a member of UConn’s Alpha Gamma Rho Agricultural Fraternity.

The youngest Breene family member, Hillary, is a student at Kansas State University majoring in agribusiness and is a past vice president of the RI FFA. Daughter, Rebecca, is a special education teacher and helps occasionally on the farm.

Crops include 20 acres of corn and 45 acres of hay land and pasture. Corn silage is also purchased from a neighbor. The cows are fed a mixed ration twice daily.

The remaining farm acres are managed forestland with continual harvesting of firewood and saw logs.

In 2009, Breene Hollow Farm was named Rhode Island’s Outstanding Dairy Farm of the Year by the Rhode Island Green Pastures Committee.

USDA-NRCS EQIP programs NRCS’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is a financial assistance program designed to address resource concerns on privately-owned land. To be eligible, farmers must demonstrate a need and/or a resource concern and must have 10 or more acres (for forestry programs). The program provides financial and technical assistance for landowners to address soil, water, air, plant and animal issues such as composting animal and plant waste, protecting crop fields, preventing soil erosion, enhancing woodland areas, eradicating invasive plant species, improving pasture land, reducing irrigation water

Mike Kenyon of NRCS, nearest camera, describes construction of Breene Hollow Farm’s new stateof-the-art manure storage facility. needs, improving water quality, protecting and enhancing wildlife areas.

Breene Hollow Farm has a Comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan developed with NRCS staff. The Breene family has implemented these programs with help from NRCS staff and Technical Service Providers (TSPs):

Farm visitors were greeted at this tent filled with NRCS and RI Conservation District displays.

Photos by Sanne Kure-Jensen

• “Waste Storage Facilities” improve nutrient management and protect drinking water quality. In summer and winter the farm’s manure will be stored in a new covered storage facility. During spring and fall manure can be spread on fields; • “Underground Outlet, Subsurface Drains and Roof Runoff Structures” include underground drainage, roof gutters and downspouts to keep clean water clean rather than adding this volume to other water management systems like milk house washroom water treatment facilities. Benefits include improved water quality, reduced flooding and erosion, increased filtration and improved soil drainage for growing. Areas near farm buildings can be safer and much less muddy; people and animals will be safer with fewer mosquitoes and flies. Water can be collected for irrigation, animal watering or merely diverted to low impact areas; • “Heavy Use Area Protection” is needed in areas frequented people, vehicles and/or animals. Stable, noneroding flooring materials and sometimes a covered, ventilated area can be installed in high use areas. Benefits

include reduced erosion, pollution and ground water contamination and therefore improved water quality.

Animals can be protected from weather extremes, injury or health risks associated with deep mud; and • “Animal Trails and Walkways” are established animal travel lanes. Concrete or some other permanent base is laid for stability and easy cleaning. Benefits include improved grazing efficiency and animal health, reduced erosion and protection for environmentally sensitive areas.

For more information on Breene Hollow Farm, contact the Breenes via e-mail at brnholwfrm@aol.com, call 401397-9408.

A second NRCS/RIACD tour was held May 19 at Confreda Farm in Hope, RI. The third tour will be July 18 starting at 5:30 p.m. Don Minto will lead tours at Watson Farm, 4455 North Road, Jamestown, RI. For information on NRCS programs that may fit your conservation needs, visit the NRCS website at www.ri.nrcs.usda.gov or contact Michael Kenyon, Easement Program manager at michael.kenyon@ri.usda.gov or call 401-822-8821.

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by Sanne Kure-Jensen The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Rhode Island Association of Conservation Districts (RIACD) held the first of three statewide farm tours and open houses on May 5 to help Rhode Islanders learn about NRCS’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) which provides federal funding for conservation practices on farmlands and woodlands. The first tour was held at Breene Hollow Farm in West Greenwich, RI. A Family Farm Kevin Breene owns and operates Breene Hollow Farm with his children Melissa and Steven. Melissa and Steven attended UCONN’s School of Agriculture.

Breene Hollow Farm was started by Kevin Breene with 20 cows in 1977 after his graduation from UConn. In 1980 he bought 150 acres in West Greenwich and built a free-stall barn and milking parlor. Gradually, neighboring properties were added; the farm is now 380 acres. The farm’s herd of 120 Holsteins, Jersey, Ayrshires and Milking Shorthorns include 60 milking cows.

The Breene family is actively involved in their community.

Kevin was a West Greenwich Town Council member for 14 years and a Rhode Island state senator for 12 years. He is also involved in 4-H, FFA, Wood River Watershed Association, Exeter Grange and past state chairman of the USDA’s former Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS) for 12 years.

Melissa is a former 4-H member and past FFA state

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Treating poultry diseases without antibiotics

by Sandra Avant Identifying antimicrobial proteins in chickens that kill pathogens is one method being used

by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists to find alternatives to the use of antibiotics to control infectious poultry diseases.

Each year, poultry diseases such as coccidiosis cause losses of more than $600 million in the United States and $3.2 billion worldwide.

Molecular biologist Hyun Lillehoj, at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Henry A. Wallace Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC) in Beltsville, MD, has dedicated her career to discovering how to produce poultry without using drugs. Her research

includes enhancing innate immunity through genetics, and examining molecules produced by birds in response to enteric or intestinal pathogens.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, and this research supports USDA’s priority of promoting international food security.

Some molecules are host antimicrobial proteins that can kill pathogens, improve immune responses and promote the growth of beneficial gut bacterial populations in poultry, according to Lillehoj, who works in the ARS Animal Parasitic Diseases Laboratory at BARC. She and her colleagues have identified one such immune mole-

cule, called NK lysin.

Lillehoj and her colleagues demonstrated for the first time that NK lysin kills chicken coccidia. They also showed that this antimicrobial protein or host defense molecule is effective against other parasites such as Neospora and Cryptosporidia, which infect livestock and humans, respectively.

One commercial company is looking at the possibility of developing NK lysin into a product that can be used to kill chicken intestinal parasites.

Lillehoj also is studying enteric bacterial infections caused by Clostridium, a pathogen associated with necrotic enteritis in poultry. She is using a similar molecular technology to devel-

Cover photo by Sanne Kure-Jensen Dairy farmers, Kevin Breene and his children Melissa and Steven are shown here in front of their new manure storage facility at Breene Hollow Farm in West Greenwich, RI. .

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op alternatives to treat this disease.

Working with industry, international partners and other scientists, Lillehoj has discovered other options to antibiotic use in poultry.

Phytochemicals derived from peppers, plums, safflower, green tea and other plants have been shown to be effective in enhancing the immune system of chickens.

Also, the beneficial effects of probiotics, which are live, nonpathogenic bacteria that promote health and balance of the intestinal tract microbiota, have been demonstrated in past research.

Read more about this research in the May/June 2012 issue of Agricultural Research magazine.

ARS scientists are finding proteins in chickens that can act as alternatives to antibiotics to control infectious diseases such as coccidiosis and Clostridium in poultry.

Photo by Keith Weller

Concert to raises funds for VT Farm Share Program The Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT) will present New York-area Americana band Bovine Social Club and special guest Patrick Fitzsimmons in concert on Saturday, June 16, at 8 p.m. The concert will be held at Tupelo Music Hall, White River Junction, VT. Tickets are $25 in advance and are available at the Tupelo Music Hall by phone at 603437-5100 or online at http://tickets.tupelohallvermont.com.

Bred on the northern banks of the Delaware River, Bovine Social Club is a grassy, funky, twangy, swinging breed of sounds sure to get your dancing cow on. A wicked lineup of seasoned jam musicians backing the lyrics of vocalist Samuel Saint Thomas, Bovine Social Club is one of the fastest growing new Americana bands in Metro New York.

BSC grows uncommon songs of loving, lying, waiting, picnicking, gardening, contemplating and making the days go really slow. Their live performance and debut recording produced by Railroad Earth’s Tim Carbone has a sound happily fertilized by Celtic, bluegrass, Juju, gospel, jazz and rock vocabularies.

Joining Bovine Social Club will be Vermont singer-songwriter Patrck Fitzsimmons. Fitzsimmons’s award winning songs have that rare combina-

tion of strong lyric and melody. Relix Magazine called him “one of the most captivating songwriters around today.”

Drawn to the works of Cat Stevens, Paul Simon and James Taylor, though his first instrument was the drums, he eventually came full circle to follow the path of his childhood heroes. Patrick is also a member of New Jersey’s From Good Homes, recording three CDs with RCA, having shared the stage with Bob Dylan, the Dave Mathews Band, Joan Osborne and many others.

Samuel Saint Thomas, Bovine Social Club and their Chords4Carrots project have partnered with NOFA-VT to raise much needed funds for Farm Share.

C4C is an innovative idea created my musicians to support the vision and work of the slow food movement.

Committed to a smarter and more sustainable world, C4C partners with nonprofit sustainable organizations across the country in producing local and regional music events. Together they raise funds and awareness and provide an occasion for celebration and entertainment.

NOFA-VT Farm Share Program assists low-income Vermonters in obtaining farm fresh foods. Farm Share participants receive partially subsidized shares from Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farms.

Corrections/Clarifications The location for the Agroforestry Workshop sponsored by the Cheshire County Conservation District to be held June 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at Wichland Woods, South Street, Stoddard, NH. ——— The 2012 Big East Hereford Show Results were incorrect due to erroneous information submitted to Country Folks. The Grand Champion was Tristan Pepin, Pepin Linda 103Y, Show #: 247 and the Reserve Champion was Kelsey Diehl, KD Queen of Hearts 11X-ET Show #: 230.

Good corn management pays best in toughest environments

Planting too closely or unevenly means plants must compete for nutrients and sunlight, resulting in lower yields.

Photo by Sally Colby

change to get my last 20 bushels back? Why do I have 5,000 plants that don’t have ears on them?”

The next factor that goes into ear count is which ear do we actually get?

“Most corn varieties set an ear somewhere between 9 and 13 locations,” said McGillicuddy. “Different locations on the ear carry different sizes — typically, the upper one has the biggest potential. If we stress the plant early and it gives up the upper ear and the plant selects the second one that’s dominant, you just bled off 10 percent of your yield potential.”

Pre-harvest evaluation includes determining which ear site is filled.

“Corn is a very, very harsh mother,” said McGillicuddy. “The corn plant

A Northeast Farm Bill Agenda: Priorities for the 2012 Farm Bill SHELBURNE FALLS, MA — As Congress considers the reauthorization of the Farm Bill, leading food and farm organizations based in the Northeast have weighed in with the release of A Northeast Farm Bill Agenda: Priorities for the 2012 Farm Bill. The diverse group determined that one thing is very clear — investing in local and regional agriculture must be a priority.

A massive piece of legislation, the Farm Bill sets the framework for what crops farmers grow, what food we eat, and how rural land is used.

The Agenda articulates a set of priorities for the 2012 Farm Bill that address the opportunities and specific challenges facing agriculture from Maine to Delaware. Developed with the input of more than 300 diverse, food and farm groups in the Northeast, the Agenda provides a comprehensive and concrete set of policy

options to support local and regional food systems, conservation, food security and economic development.

The process of writing a new farm bill will likely complete two important milestones during the month of June.

A bill passed by the Senate Agriculture Committee is expected to come to the Senate floor for a vote in early June. The House Agriculture Committee will write its version of the 2012 Farm Bill starting in mid-June.

“Members of Congress are in the process of making key decisions about the farm bill and we expect the Agenda will help inform those decisions,” said Annette Higby, Policy Director for the New England Farmers Union.

The Agenda was a product of a collaborative process facilitated by the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group, the New England Farmers Union, and Wholesome Wave.

starts out with between 9 and 13 potential ears, and very early in life, she picks one of them as her favorite son and spends the rest of the summer killing the rest to save that one.”

Another factor is girth — at least one third of the ears should be in the upper range for girth for that variety.

The length of the kernel set is also important. “When we look at the length of a cob,” said McGillicuddy, “we look at how many kernels are established, how many are pollinated, and how many are we going to sell.

Watch for spreads between those numbers. Typically, we like the length that is pollinated to be somewhere between 8 to 10 less than the length we established.” McGillicuddy added

that he looks for a certain amount of tip back, but wants those to be kernels that aborted prior to pollination.

“I don’t want to see a spread between length pollinated and length harvested,” he said. “Those are those light, chaffy yellow ones at the tip that suck back. They already pollinated, started to put dry matter into them then they failed. That’s too late in the game to lose.”

McGillicuddy says that once the kernel is established, pollinated and starts to fill, the toughest part of the battle is over. “If you lose those kernels after pollination, you’re losing way too late in the game,” he said.

McGillicuddy added that’s an area he works with growers to improve because in most years, loss is blamed on water, but nutrition is more often the reason.

The last factor that determines final yield is the size or weight of the kernel, which is the only factor that can be measured after harvest.

McGillicuddy says he doesn’t see any indication that corn is by nighttime temperatures, but does see some influence with accumulating growing degrees in the dark.

McGillicuddy looks at last September when farmers claimed yields were down due to hot weather in July and August. However, he says that yield losses actually happened in June — before it was hot. “Kernel weights were excellent,” he said.

“Ears were filled all the way to the tip, but we didn’t have big enough ears.

Girth was down, length was down, and that happened in June — not during the heat in July and August.”

“As soon as you blame the weather, you took your most valuable player out of the game. If you assume it’s the weather, you’ve assumed there’s nothing you can do. Good management pays the best returns in the toughest environments.”

Biodiesel producers call on Congress to extend tax incentive More than 120 biodiesel leaders recently visited Washington to call on Congress to extend the expired biodiesel tax incentive and to urge the Obama Administration to quickly finalize the EPA’s proposal to grow biodiesel volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard next year.

“Washington’s failure to act on these two issues has effectively halted the momentum our industry built last year in producing a record of nearly 1.1 billion gallons,” said Anne Steckel, vice president of federal affairs at the National Biodiesel Board. “It is locking up millions of dollars in investments that could be creating jobs, purchasing equipment and feedstock, and driving economic growth.”

Biodiesel producers will specifically be calling for the Obama Administration to follow through with the EPA’s proposal to increase the biodiesel volume requirement under

the RFS to 1.28 billion gallons in 2013 — up from 1 billion gallons this year.

Late last year, the Obama Administration delayed the decision.

“This is a proposal that has strong support from the EPA and USDA, and yet it has been caught up in a bureaucratic delay for nearly a year, without any explanation or justification,” Steckel said. “It is blocking significant investment and hiring, so we are pleading with the Obama Administration to follow through with its ‘all of the above’ energy rhetoric by finalizing this proposal. It is something the Administration can do tomorrow, without waiting on Congress.”

The Administration’s delay on the RFS rule has come as Congress allowed the biodiesel tax incentive to expire on Dec. 31. The tax incentive has broad bipartisan support, and biodiesel leaders will be urging lawmakers on Capitol Hill to pass an extension as soon as possible.

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by Sally Colby When corn is in the ground, is it too late to influence yield?

“In looking at yield at the end of the year, I want to know whether I gave up kernel weight or kernel number,” said agronomist John McGillicuddy.

“That answer is going to tell me what time of year I’m looking at as far as losses. The plant will give up kernel numbers before it hits dough stage.

From dough stage and beyond, it starts giving up kernel weight.”

McGillicuddy says that new moisture testers have very accurate electronic scales that can be used to get good kernel weights. “We can handshell some ears and get kernel weights,” he said. “If it’s really wet, you may have to let it sit for a while to dry down because what you want is kernel weight at about 15 percent.”

When it comes to diagnosing corn yield, McGillicuddy says that growers should look at the late season because yield comes from kernel count/acre and kernel weight. “The components of kernel count are ear count, which is based on how many seeds did we drop and how many came up,” he said. “For years, we focused heavily on ear count, because if yield wasn’t where we wanted it, it was because we didn’t produce enough ears/acre.” McGillicuddy added that that could be due to not having enough plants, or too many plants that didn’t have ears.

McGillicuddy says several evaluations will help producers determine where yield problems are. “First of all, is the population high enough? If I have 33,000 plants and 32,000 of them have ears, that’s very good,” he said. “It’s never 100 percent.”

McGillicuddy added that sometimes the spread is as little as 500/acre, but often as much as 5,000/acre.

“Ear count and yield is a tight correlation. If it’s 5,000, what am I going to

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by Paris Reidhead Field Crops Consultant

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Superweed Summit During the second week of this past May, the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) hosted a summit to discuss “superweeds,” or the widespread problem of herbicide-resistant weeds currently afflicting millions of farm acres across the United States. Using a play on words, NAS called their seminar: “A growing problem: Superweeds — the ‘weeds that man can no longer kill!’”

The subject weeds have been in the news for several years. Across the Midwest and Southeast farmers have been photographed and filmed standing in fields surrounded by the giant plants. Despite expensive pesticide applications, perfectly formed rows of crops don’t have a chance, pitted against feisty weeds that grow up to three inches a day.

Superweeds have been especially likely to appear alongside genetically engineered (GE) crops, which are engineered to withstand large amounts of pesticide and herbicide use. And these weeds show no sign of going away. That’s why scientists and researchers from land-grant universities, the USDA, and representatives from several industry and trade groups met at last month’s summit to strategize about the problem. A few speakers boasted about the efficiency of modern-day farming and the fact that today’s agriculture requires fewer farmers on more acres. But conspicuously absent from their analysis was the long list of collateral damages, which include degradation of the environment, health risks from increased chemical use and superweeds themselves.

Those who did address the weeds tended not to see them as a result of that impressive modern agriculture. For example, Michael Owen, an agronomist from Iowa State University, contended that superweeds are neither an herbicide prob-

lem nor a GE crop problem, per se, but a behavioral problem. This analysis puts the blame on farmers for overusing herbicides. Yet the resistance situation first arose when biotechnology companies pushed herbicides like glyphosate on farmers as the silver bullet to weed management without educating them on the ramifications of their rampant, widespread use. And the practice of using just one herbicide year after year would not have occurred if it weren’t for the aggressive promotion of GE glyphosate-tolerant crops.

Michael Walsh from the University of Western Australia presented nonchemical solutions to the super-weed problem. He spoke about that country’s serious problem with a weed that has developed resistance to several herbicides. Australian researchers designed a few different weed seed control methods that destroy the seed reserves, eliminating upwards of 95 percent of the seed before it is able to germinate. But U.S. farmers attending the summit made it very clear that going back to traditional methods, like cultivation, would be tough. There was little mention of organic weed management techniques such as crop rotation or the use of cover crops.

But exhausting chemical tool after chemical tool in an arms race against herbicide resistant weeds is not only unsustainable, it’s unsuccessful. Despite the fact that chemical solutions are the cause of cross-resistance and multiple resistance in weeds, the need for more chemical solutions was still at the forefront of the discussion. Strangely enough, at the superweed seminar, there was no mention of the next round of GE crops now in the pipeline. These new arrows in the biotech quiver include 2,4-D-tolerant corn and dicamba-tolerant soybeans, which have both been designed to be

resistant to more than one herbicide at once.

Thirteen of 20 crops awaiting USDA’s approval have “stacked herbicide resistance traits”, i.e., these plants have been genetically modified to tolerate two or more chemical weed-killers.

These crops, once approved, will likely result in the use of many more gallons of herbicides and the advent of even more powerful superweeds, resistant to many different herbicides — thus making them even harder to manage.

Formulating new varieties of crops to

withstand applications of harsher chemicals may be business as usual for these scientists and the companies they work for, but it’s an approach that ignores the underlying issue: with a chemical annihilation strategy, the friendlier weeds… along with the least aggressive of the noxious weeds… are eliminated. Result: no more nice guys (my term), or in the parlance of the seminar: “weeds that man can no longer kill”.

The final speaker at the summit was Iowa State University President Steven Leath, who said

he believed that using a “land-grant approach” involving public-private partnerships will help solve this complex problem. This approach from Leath was no surprise: Iowa State is known for its relationships with big ag corporations, with its agronomy department receiving about half its funding from private-sector donors.

According to Genna Reed, a researcher who addresses new technology issues for Food and Water Watch, the superweed problem is one that should be attacked with

preventative strategies based in weed biology and independent, interdisciplinary creativity.

She believes biotechnology companies will only produce biotech solutions; her implied question: “just how well has that worked?” The superweed issue should serve as a wake-up call and a strong argument for pulling agriculture off its non-stop chemical treadmill. But to do that, public research — free of private sector influence — must be funded in order to give farmers better

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NFU: Energy title a critical investment for rural America National Farmers Union (NFU) joined a coalition of organiza-

tions in support of testimony presented by Agriculture Energy Coalition

Co-Director Ryan Stroschein to the U.S. House of Representa-

tives Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy, and Forestry. In the testimony, the coalition urged Congress to ensure robust funding for the 2012 Farm Bill Energy Title.

“Rural America has been at the epicenter of our nation’s emerging renewable energy and bioproducts industries, and farmers, ranchers, rural small businesses and rural economies have already begun to

realize the benefits,” Stroschein said during the testimony. “American agriculture, and the rural communities it supports, have demonstrated that they have the vision, entrepreneurialism, optimism, and tenacity to continue to develop these important and lucrative new industries if provided the tools to do so.”

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that the Rural Energy for America Pro-

gram saved or created 15,000 jobs between 2009 and 2011.

“The energy title is critical not only because it invests in rural America, but also because it is leading to the commercialization of second generation renewable fuels,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. “By producing renewable fuels here in the United States, we can become more energy secure while preserving our natural resources.”

at least half the time greatly reduce the insect, weed, and disease pest threats targeting corn.

He really prefers a rotation consisting of three years of corn and three years of alfalfa/grass sod. Thus he strongly recommends against corn monoculture to his dairy farmers. Tom also advises against over-use of glyphosate herbicides, which has resulted in weeds impervious to those chemicals. In his opinion, the most glaring example of a glyphosatetolerant weed is Palmer

amaranthus. P. amaranthus is a noxious form of pigweed found mostly in the south, and is the weed causing the most concern in the herbicidetolerant arena.

American crop researchers Owen and Leath play down any connection between GMO-based run-away herbicide application and glyphosate-tolerance in targeted weeds.

However, Kilcer finds an ally in Australian Michael Walsh, who has no other axe to grind than the truth.

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alternatives and to shift the focus away from the current chemical arms race against weeds.

Much closer to home, Tom Kilcer, a retired career Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) agronomy agent, made a very strong comment about weeds develping herbicide tolerance. After leaving CCE, Tom developed a crop consulting firm called Advanced Ag Systems. In discussing serious weed problems with me, Tom pointed out that crop rotations that have perennial sods

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What went right on youth farm labor proposal

by Lynne Finnerty You know the saying, “…and the crowd goes wild!” often uttered after someone shoots a basketball straight into the net? When the Labor Department announced recently that it was withdrawing its proposal to limit the types of farm work that minors could do and whose farms they could work on, the response from farm country was instantaneous.

Farm families had scored the winning basket. The crowd went wild! The sense of relief was palpable.

“This is great news!” someone commented on the American Farm Bureau Federation’s page on Facebook. “Many farms, including our own, are family run and

it should be the decision of the parents of the children working on the farm whether they are old enough to work. We are thankful for this decision as I’m sure many are!”

“Grassroots efforts work!” said another.

The Labor Department’s proposal would have barred anyone under 16 years old from using power-driven equipment, in addition to other restrictions, and limited the parental exemption to farms that are wholly owned by a parent. After Farm Bureau and others pointed out that the proposed rule could make it illegal for young people to use even a battery-powered screwdriver and did not take into account the way that many farms are

organized nowadays, with ownership shared by several family members, the Obama administration withdrew it.

DOL said the decision was made in response to thousands of comments expressing concerns about the effect of the proposal on small, family-owned farms.

It’s tempting to just sit back and relish this victory. But it’s important to look at what really worked, just as a winning team will review video of the game.

The first thing that worked was that all of

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agriculture used the same playbook. The administration didn’t get conflicting messages from different farm groups or agricultural sectors. Everyone came together behind one rallying cry: the child labor rule had to go!

Second, farmers and ranchers never gave up.

Even after submitting more than 10,000 comments on the proposed rule and after the comment period ended, farmers and ranchers kept expressing their opposition on social media websites, in newspaper

and magazine articles and even on Capitol Hill.

The din from farm country was relentless, much like the noise one might hear at a basketball game when the fans are letting their team know that they’re behind them all the way.

Finally, farmers told their personal stories about how the proposal would affect their farms and their families. Some harked back to when they were young and learned important life lessons by doing farm work — lessons that helped them become

better farmers and responsible adults, lessons that they want to impart to their own children. Even if someone didn’t grow up on a farm, he could probably relate to that. Farmers talked about shared values and made a connection with the public.

So, what should we set our sights on next, and how can farmers and ranchers apply the lessons learned to win more victories? Game on!

Lynne Finnerty is the editor of FBNews, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s newspaper.

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Ready for primetime: Pennycress harvest enhances biodiesel diversity It’s called pennycress because it’s shaped like pennies.

As Illinois farmer Brad Glenn finishes harvesting it from his farm, pennies are exactly what he hopes he will earn from turning this old plant into a new cash crop.

Glenn is an early

adopter in the movement to bring pennycress into the corn and soybean rotation as a promising biodiesel feedstock. It has been on the fast track to becoming a sustainable biodiesel resource since 2008, and this year, he’s one of a group of entrepreneurs that believes it has

essentially ready to go commercial,” Glenn said from his farm in Stanford, IL. A member of the mustard family, pennycress grows wild in the Midwest, and its seed packets contain oilseeds that yield 36 percent oil when crushed. An acre would

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Glenn and his partners are contracting with other farmers to grow and harvest the plants. They plan on crushing the seeds and selling the oil to biodiesel producers.

This year the pennycress oil is priced similarly to soybean oil.

“I saw an opportunity to produce an energy crop here-and-now on underutilized assets with no negative impact to the environment or the farm,” said Peter Johnsen, who has been instrumental in commercialization of the crop.

Johnsen is a retired director of the USDA’s National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria, IL. “A great benefit is that we can grow pennycress during the winter on existing farms that would otherwise just sit dormant. It has no impact on existing crops, conservation grounds, or critical wildlife habitat,” he said.

As a winter crop, pennycress also provides a valuable service as sustainable ground cover, which helps prevent erosion and nutrient runoff.

“The diversity of fats and oils from which biodiesel can be made has always been one of its greatest strengths, and pennycress is a perfect example of how our industry is innovative and sustainable,” said Alan Weber, who runs the National Biodiesel Board’s feedstock devel-

opment program.

Biodiesel’s greenhouse gas reductions make it the nation’s first commercially available, domestically produced advanced biofuel. It can be made from any fat or vegetable oil, such as soybean and canola oil or recycled grease.

For growing pennycress, the best approach the team found is to drop the seeds from an airplane into standing corn in the fall. It germinates under the corn, and is harvested in early spring using a soybean combine, before soybeans are planted. It’s then crushed with conventional crushing equipment, and the meal has potential value as livestock feed.

“This could not be easier, and has the potential to generate extra income while helping farmers make an even greater contribution to energy production,” Glenn said.

Although many consider pennycress a weed, it dies off in the spring and does not compete with corn or soybeans. In other words, it is planted inbetween the corn and soybean crops on land that would otherwise sit empty. It is also easy to get rid of with routine herbicides if necessary.

“For this to succeed, it’s going to take a desire for innovation among farmers, and a shift in their thinking to grow a crop in the winter,” Johnsen said. “But it’s a phenomenally promising win-win.”

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Chairperson’s corner

by Judy Wright, Chair, Northeast CCA Region After what seems like a non-winter, especially compared to last year’s winter, many of us are taking advantage of the warm and dry conditions to get field work completed and crops planted in a timely manner. This time last year, you may recall, we were all wondering when spring was going to break and the weather was the topic of conversation around each evening’s dinner table. I suspect more than one dinner has been caught on the tailgate or in a tractor cab and all without complaint!

I have seen fields that have not been plowed for a number of years turned over and planted to corn. No doubt these are exciting times, full of hope and thoughts of great opportunity. I am hopeful that everyone is taking all safety precautions for yourselves and equipment. In addition, I would like to believe the fields coming back into production had been soil tested prior. I had a farmer tell me today that a neighbor plowed a field and is ready to plant but

no lime has been applied.

Now is not the time to forget our basics. Proper pH allows for efficient nutrient release and utilization and can influence the effectiveness of herbicides. Also, check the pH in you alfalfa especially on fields that might be sloping as erosion over time can reduce the pH. I was called years ago to a farm because of ‘spotty alfalfa’. The farmer thought it might be snout beetle but the spotty locations were not characteristic of snout beetle. As a first check I used the quick in field pH test and quickly determined that the spotty locations were low in pH and the alfalfa was showing the results.

While we have been experiencing some warm temperatures recently, the freezes and frosts have damaged some of our crops and we are still not clear of frost. I can recall in the late 1980s driving through the valleys in the Southern Tier of New York and seeing corn that was frosted out the middle of June. Unfortunately the corn was planted early and the growing point was above the

CCA Calendar of Events Many of these events offer pre-approved CCA CEU’s (Continuing Education Units) and/or can be self submitted for CEU’s.

June 2 — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Celebrating 30 Years of Grain Production and Milling VT Gleason Grains – 2076 East Street, Bridport, VT Gleason Grains owners Ben and Theresa Gleason will be celebrating their 30th year of producing grains for locallymade bread and pastry flours. The day will include field & mill tours, as well as highlights of the wheat breeding research being conducted by the Northwest Crops and Soils Team.

Contact Heather Darby at 802-5246501 or heather.darby@uvm.edu for more information.

June 7 — 9 a.m. to noon: Small Grains Field Day NY Musgrave Research Farm, Aurora, NY Contact Mary McKellar 607-255-2177.

0.5 PM, 1 CM. June 26 — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Diversified High-Quality Forage Production VT Beidler Family Farm – 8 Silloway Road, Randolph, VT Participants will see annual forages — including oats, BMR sorghum sudangrass, and millet — being grown to produce high quality forages. In addition, organic corn silage/grain and perennial forage variety trials will be visited. Owners Brent and Regina Beidler will explain their farm’s history, as well as describing some of their ongoing research projects and collaborations, including production of small grains for both feed and value-added food products.

Contact Heather Darby at 802-5246501 or heather.darby@uvm.edu for more information.

June 27 — 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.:

Strategies for Soil Health & Nutrient Conservation Research Tour Penn State’s Agronomy Research Farm at the Russell E. LarsonAgricultural Research Center, Rock Springs PA Come hear the latest in crop cover mixtures, integrated weed management, manure management strategies, and beneficial insects from Penn State researchers along with Pennsylvania practitioners. This field day will feature five stations with hands-on activities, demonstrations, and discussions with researchers and practitioners about innovative strategies for soil health.

Register at 877-489-1398 or contact Ron Hoover rjh7@psu.edu June 28 — 6 to 8 p.m.: Heritage, Organic and Specialty Crop Production Twilight Tour, PSU Penn State’s Agronomy Research Farm at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center, Rock Springs PA A tour of semmer, einkorn, and wheat varieties trials, fava bean seed production research, heritage hulless oats, and soybean management plots RSVP: Charlie White at cmw29@psu. edu or 814-863-9922 June 30 — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Farming for Success Field Day Where: PSU Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Landisville PA Hear the latest information on Purdues soybean crushing plant, drill calibration, poultry litter manure injection system, and more.

Contact Jeff Graybill 717-394-6851 for registration details.

July 12 — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: ValueAdded Grains VT Olivia’s Croutons – 1423 North Street, New Haven, VT

soil line and was frozen as well. I have my fingers crossed that we don’t have a repeat in 2012.

So far the planting season seems to be smooth sailing but if you do run into some difficulties your Certified Crop Adviser is there to offer you some timely information and guidance. Be sure to contact your Certified Crop Adviser to

learn more about how they can be a partner in your decision making process today and what programs are available to keep farmers and ag advisers up to date on Best Management Practices, environmental stewardship, and any future regulatory measures.

Together we can keep New York agriculture a strong part of the local economy.

Meet your CCA ~ Jessica Heim Jessica Heim is a Nutrient Management Planner at Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District located in Hamilton, NY. She has been working with farmers on various conservation practices since starting at the District in 2004 and began to focus on nutrient management around 2006 under the direction of David Livermore. In 2008 she became a CCA (Certified Crop Advisor) and then in 2010, a NY Certified AEM (Agricultural Environmental Management) planner for CAFO and non-CAFO farms.

Jessica was born and raised in central Pennsylvania; although she did not grow up on a farm she has always had a passion for the outdoors and for farming. It was this which led her to Morrisville State College where she joined the dairy club and was in the first class of students to graduate with a Renewable Resources BT degree.

When asked why this particular field, Jessica replies, “Nutrient Management seemed like a good fit with my natural resources education and appreciation for farming. Being a CCA and practicing nutrient management is important. It’s not just important to the farmer who can save money and soil while growing better crops, but to everyone who wants to use the clean water downstream. It’s also important to the future generations to be able to farm with the same resources and without strict regulations that are sure to come if we don’t all work together now.”

Jessica feels that in a time of increasing economic and regulatory pressure it just makes sense to analyze soil and explore new options and ideas to help keep farmers profitable and in compliance. “You’d be surprised how many farmers still have an “Old School” type mentality of I’ll just put a few hundred pounds of 15-15-15 down and that should cover it.”

Jessica’s husband Matthew is a partner of Heim Farms, LLC in Morrisville, NY. Jessica and Matthew have a 2 year old daughter Miranda and another on the way.

Grain grower Francie Caccavo will describe how she’s adapted her love of farming to fit with Vermont’s localvore demands by processing farm-grown grains into value-added products at Olivia’s Croutons in New Haven. We will tour the fields and processing facilities.

Contact Heather Darby at 802-5246501 or heather.darby@uvm.edu for more information.

July 17: Cornell Weed Day NY Musgrave Research Farm, Aurora, NY. Contact Mary Mckellar 607-255-2177.

Credits pending.

July 17 — 11 a.m.: NYSABA BBQ Musgrave Research Farm, Aurora, NY. $15 pre-order. In conjunction with Cornell Weed Day. Contact jmarvin@rochester.rr.com July 24 — 3 to 6 p.m.: Integrating Oilseeds into Diversified Agriculture VT Wood’s Market Garden – 93 Wood Lane, Brandon, VT Jon Satz and the crew at Wood’s Market Garden will describe how they have integrated oilseed production into their vegetable operation, and the benefits and challenges they have had in doing so. Satz harvested about 5 acres of sunflowers for oil and meal in 2011, and will talk about some of the production, management, harvesting, and processing issues that are specific to his operation.

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6501 or heather.darby@uvm.edu for more information.

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Register at: www.asmark.org/TrainingCourses, 5.5 PM credits. Limited to 30 participants.

Sept. 21 — Full Day Session: Professional Applicator Training, NY Peacock Hill Farm, Farmington, NY. Cost is $220 per person with lunch provided on location.

Register at: www.asmark.org/TrainingCourses, 5.5 PM credits. Limited to 30 participants.

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Dec. 12: Field Crop Dealer Meeting NY Genesee Grande, Syracuse, NY, plus teleconference option.

Half day of Cornell led sessions. Cost $15.

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CERTIFIED CROP ADVISER Cornell sulfur test for alfalfa

Figure 2: Soil 0.01 M CaCl2 extractable S over a corn and alfalfa rotation. Corn was grown for 5 years (2001-2005) and amended with 20 versus 34 tons/acre compost, or 9,000 versus 20,000 gallons/acre liquid manure (N-based and P removal-based).

The inorganic N treatment received 150 lbs N/acre (S-free) during the corn years.

Alfalfa was seeded in 2006 and no further manure or compost application took place after that.

for S showed one of the six tests to be superior to others in reflecting the plant available S status of soils. This test is a 0.01 M CaCl2 extraction conducted with a 1:5 (weight:volume) ratio of soil and extraction solution and a 30 minute shaking time, followed by filtration of the solution (to separate solution and soil) and determination of S in the extraction solution. This test will be referred to as the Cornell Sulfur Test. Initial research shows that alfalfa will respond to additions of S when the Cornell Sulfur Test level is 8 ppm or less (Figure 1B).

More site-years of S response studies, covering a wider diversity of soils, field histories, and climatic conditions, are needed to fully test the utility of soil and tissue testing for S management of alfalfa.

Sulfur in corn-alfalfa rotations with manure Evaluation of Cornell Sulfur Test levels over a corn and alfalfa rotation, where manure was applied in the spring of the corn years and no manure application took place during the alfalfa years, showed buildup of S levels under the corn years but a rapid decline in soil test S levels under the alfalfa years (Figure 2).

These results suggest the potential of S deficiency and hence alfalfa response to manure (or fertilizer S) addition in the later years of the alfalfa stand. For this reason, 3rd or higher year alfalfa fields should be tested for S content, and manure or fertilizer S application should be considered if soil and/or tissue testing show the potential for a yield response.

Soil and tissue sampling Soil samples for the Cornell Sulfur Test should be taken at 1st cutting with the same sampling and handling methods as used for regular soil samples (08 inches, see Agronomy Fact Sheet #1).

Since field sampling procedures are identical, the same sample can be used for regular fertility assessment as well as for the Cornell Sulfur Test. Soil samples should be submitted to: Quirine Ketterings, Nutrient Management Spear Program Laboratory, Department of Animal Science, 323 Morrison Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca NY 14853.

See http://nmsp.cals. cornell.edu to download a sample submission form.

Tissue samples should include the top 6 inches of 30-35 individual plants just prior to 3rd cutting (early bloom).

The total S analyses can be conducted by a number of laboratories. Tissue samples should be packaged in paper bags to avoid rotting prior to arrival in the laboratory. Samples can be airdried prior to submission.

Conclusion Both tissue and soil testing for S were effective in predicting an alfalfa yield increase from S fertilization for the sites in this study. The New York data support a

critical tissue S level of 0.25 percent S for samples taken at the 3rd cutting (top 6 inches of the plant). The soil test data suggest a critical level of 8 ppm S (0.01 mol L-1 CaCl2 extractable S, 0-8 inch soil samples) with samples taken at 1st cutting. Fields are not likely to be S responsive in the year manure is applied or the next year but non-manured alfalfa fields should be monitored for S over time given that buildup of S under corn years with annual application of manure or compost can be followed by a rapid decline in soil S when no manure is applied to alfalfa.

Additional Resources • Nutrient Management Spear Program Agronomy Fact Sheet Series: nmsp.cals.cornell.edu/index.html • Nutrient Guidelines for Field Crops in New York: nmsp.cals.cornell.edu/guidelines/nutrientguide.html Disclaimer This fact sheet reflects the current (and past) authors’ best effort to interpret a complex body of scientific research, and to translate this into practical management options. Following the guidance provided in this fact sheet does not assure compliance with any

Figure 1: Tissue S content (A) and 0.01 mol L-1 CaCl2 extractable soil S (B) as predictors for relative yield of alfalfa (the ratio of yield without and yield with the addition of 150 lbs S/acre). The open diamonds indicate two locations with suboptimal pH (6.2 or lower).

applicable law, rule, regulation or standard, or the achievement of particular discharge levels from agricultural land.

Science and Technology Webinar Presented by the USDA NRCS East National Technology Support Center Adaptive Nutrient Management: On-farm Testing Dr. Tom Morris, Associate Professor, University of Connecticut; Dr. Quirine Ketterings, Associate Professor, Cornell University; Dr. James Camberato, Associate Professor, Purdue University June 7, 3-4 p.m. Eastern Adaptive nutrient management is a systematic process for refinement of on-farm nutrient management through evaluation of nutrient management practices, analysis of data, and adjustment of nutrient management strategies based on the results of the evaluations. This process facilitates continued improvement in nutrient utilization efficiency and subsequently minimization of offsite impacts. This webinar will discuss the procedures for conducting on-farm testing including development of the

evaluation strategy for the practice of interest to farmer(s); development of protocols for the evaluation; design and layout of an on-farm evaluation; data collection; analysis, evaluation and presentation of the results of an evaluation; methods to learn from the results; adjustment of nutrient management plan based on guidelines from Land Grant University; and continuance of the process.

If you missed the introductory webinar, please review the materials at Introduction to Adaptive Nutrient Management.

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CCA Board member contact information Ryan Akin - Hemdale Farms, rakin1@rochester.rr.com, Canandaigua, NY Greg Albrecht - NYS Dept. of Ag & Markets, greg.albrecht @agriculture.ny.gov, Ithaca, NY Brian Boerman - Farmland Environmental, bib@acsoffice.com, Dryden, NY Rich Bonanno - University of Massachussetts Extension, rbonanno@umext.umass.edu, Methuen, MA Mike Contessa - Champlain Valley Agronomics, Inc.,

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heim@verizon.net, Hamilton, NY Quirine Ketterings, Co-Chair Cornell University, qmk2@ cornell.edu, Ithaca, NY Doug LaFave, Hewitt Brothers, dlafave@a-znet.com, Locke, NY Joe Lawrence - CCE-Lewis County, jrl65@cornell.edu, Lowville, NY Judy Wright, Co-Chair - Farmland Protection Consultant, jlw4220@yahoo.com, Auburn, NY

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Sulfur Sulfur (S) is an essential plant nutrient for processes such as photosynthesis and nitrogen (N) fixation (see Agronomy Factsheet 34). Following the passing of the Clean Air Act in 1970 and the introduction of sulfur (S)-free phosphorus fertilizer and pesticides, incidental addition of S to fields through atmospheric deposition (from power plant discharges and other sources) and fertilizer application has decreased drastically in New York. As an example, the total S deposition at the Musgrave Research Farm at Aurora, NY was estimated to be 14 pounds/acre in 1979-1981 versus 6 pounds/acre in recent years. A crop of alfalfa hay yielding 4 tons/acre can remove up to 20 pounds S/acre so it is not surprising that some alfalfa fields showed an economic yield response to S addition in recent studies. This raises the question: “What management tools are available for making decisions about S management of alfalfa?”

In this factsheet, we discuss tissue testing for S for alfalfa management, and introduce a new soil test for S assessment for alfalfa.

Sulfur response field research Tissue testing Recent field trials conducted in New York State support a critical value for tissue samples (top 6 inches of the plants taken just prior to 3rd cutting), of 0.27 percent (Figure 1A), similar to the 0.25 percent critical values commonly reported in the literature. These critical values only apply when fields are managed at the proper pH for alfalfa (target pH of 7.2). Based on these data, if the tissue S content exceeded 0.25 percent, the alfalfa has enough S for optimum growth. If the tissue level is less than 0.25 percent a yield response to S addition can be expected.

Soil testing A comparison of six different soil tests

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HARVEST TECH spray system 2 nozzle all controls with transfer pump. 413-2101500.(MA) 1952 JD-A WIDE front 801 hitch with 813 mounted plow with gauge and tail wheel; looks and runs good $3,800. 518-8854155.(NY) 2 SURGE VACUUM pumps, 1 Salvager water heater, stainless pipe line, stainless Vat. Eli Troyer 7364 Fox Rd. Holland Patent, NY. WATER WHEEL PLANTER with plastic layer with plastic $1,200. Gehl 72 Flail chopper $600. 720 Four row corn planter $400. 585-733-8154.(NY) WANTED: Dutch Belt Heifer calf (off milk) to a cow. Call 603-336-0017 or Brian1957@comcast.net with pictures.(NH) JOHN DEERE 3960 Chopper 7-1/2” Hayhead, 2 row cornhead, electric controls, good shape. John Deere Kools 66 Blower 60” fan. 315-727-6008.(NY) THREE BAGS of Pioneer 3845 conventional (not roundup ready) seed corn $150. per bag. Phelps, NY. Ontario County. 585748-9474.(NY)

1968 JOHN DEERE model 820, 3 cylInder diesel 1096 hours, good condition, asking $5,500. also 6’ Snowking snowblower $1,000. 315-404-2006.(NY) JERSEY BULL big enough for service, purebred, with no papers $650. 315-8223412.(NY) LITTLE GIANT grain and hay elevator, 36’ PTO or motor driven $1,400. 585-3431322.(NY) 12 BREED SOW’S, 30 50-80lb. Roasters.

Coxsackie, NY. 518-756-3364 1990 FORD F-250, 6cyl., 4x4, 5-speed, runs good; Oliver 2x14” trailer plow on steel; International 2x14” Trailer plow, excellent cond. 607-546-4055.(NY) WANTED: Case 445 series 3 Skid loader with tracks, also ok tires, rims to fit Case IH895 size 18-34, good tread. 315-2467640.(NY) ALUMINUM IRRIGATION pipe 115-2in. @ 20ft. each, 60-2in. @ 30ft. each, 60-4in. @ 20ft. each. Sprinkler heads, fittings. Abbott Farms,NY. 315-430-4961

WANTED: Tandem hay rake hitch and New Holland or John Deere hay rakes in good condition. 203-623-2956.(CT)

WANTED: Loader detachable Bush Hog, model# 2845QT, 2846QT, 2847QT in good condition, will consider other brands, can pick up. 802-236-4917.(VT)

JD 550B dozer 6 way blade, runs and operates but has trans. shifting problem $8,900. Ask for David. 315-536-6382.(NY)

FREE 10 UNADILLA silo doors. Come and get them. Sauquoit, NY. 315-737-8907

NEW HOLLAND 310 baler thrower, new tires, good condition, Super Sweep used as spare for years, field ready $4,200.

OBO. 802-933-2557.(VT)

JD 4020 DIESEL power shift turbo good cond. steel wheels $7,500. “Landscaper’s Joy” two wheeled wheel barrow. 315-5952875.(NY)

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MILKING DEVON cattle and beef Devon cross Heifers. Call 413-446-2004.(MA)

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TWO BADGER forage wagons $2,800. each and New Holland 166 hay inverter $2,100. WANTED: Looking for 258 NH rake. 315-430-4115.(NY)

1250 GEHL CHOPPER 7’ hay head two row corn head fair $1,000. obo. No Sunday calls. 607-243-7578.(NY)

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TRUCK w/14’ to 16’ 2 beater silage box, ready to work; Also AC 66 combine, good condition. 518-568-2728(NY)

RBX452 ROUND BALER with net wrap, includes rotor cutter knives, baled 7,500 bales, purchased new. 315-539-1333.(NY)

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ASA echoes president’s call for renewable energy tax credit extension The American Soybean Association (ASA) joins its colleagues in the biodiesel industry in voicing its support for a call from President Barack Obama to renew tax incentives for companies producing renewable energy, including biodiesel.

The president urged Congress to renew the tax

credits while in Iowa, the nation’s largest producer of soybeans. While the bulk of the renewable fuel tax incentives mentioned by the president will lapse at the end of the year if not renewed, the biodiesel tax incentive expired on Dec. 31, 2011.

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duction of this energy source,” said ASA President Steve Wellman, a soybean farmer from Syracuse, NE. Approximately half of U.S. biodiesel is produced from soybean oil.

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Farmers see economic and environmental benefits from biotech crops Farmers using improved seeds and biotech crop varieties continue to see significant economic and on-farm environmental benefits, according to the seventh annual report on crop biotechnology impacts prepared

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agricultural biotechnology’s contributions to environmental sustainability. Because biotech-enhanced plants have a built-in resistance to pests, growers are using fewer chemical sprays.

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findings: • Biotech crops have contributed to significantly reducing the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural practices. This results from less fuel use and additional soil carbon storage from reduced tillage with biotech crops.

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lent to removing 8.6 million cars from the road for one year.

• Crop biotechnology has reduced pesticide spraying (1996-2010) by 8.6 percent. As a result, the environmental impact associated with herbicide and insecticide use on the area planted to biotech crops decreased

by 17.9 percent.

• Farmers who use improved seeds and grow biotech crops have seen substantial net economic benefits at the farm level amounting to $14 billion in 2010 and $78.4 billion for the 15-year period.

Source: ASA Weekly Leader Letter for Thursday, May 24

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ASA shows support of transportation bill priorities for ag producers As the House-Senate Conference Committee begins their work to develop a Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill, commonly referred to as the “highway bill,” ASA has signed on to three letters to conferees in support of priorities for agricultural producers.

Maintaining and clarifying the hours-of-service exemption for agriculture is a top ASA priority for the highway bill. ASA

and 18 other agricultural groups signed on to a letter supporting the hoursof-service exemption provisions, stating that without the hours-ofservice exemption for agriculture, there could be severe disruptions to the delivery of critical farm supplies to farm operations during peak times of the year.

ASA also supports the Realize America’s Maritime Promise (RAMP) Act, which would ensure

that monies collected in the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund are utilized in full for their intended purpose of operations and maintenance, including dredging activities. ASA and 11 other agricultural groups signed on to a letter to conferees expressing support for inclusion of the RAMP Act provisions in the final highway bill.

The provisions were included in the Housepassed bill.

In addition, ASA was one of 12 agricultural groups on a letter to conferees in support of the freight rail provisions in the Senate-passed highway bill. These freight rail provisions are modest steps intended to provide a better balance between shipper and carrier interests in rail policy deliberations at the Surface Transportation Board (STB), and make the agency more accountable, transpar-

ent and effective. Specifically, these provisions require STB to post a report on pending complaints every three months; increase maximum relief in rate cases; establish time lines for rate cases; require a study on how STB will apply its revenue adequacy pricing constraint;

and require quarterly reports to Congress on the status of regulatory proceedings. Taken together these provisions are intended to bring a better balance between carrier and shipper interests at the STB. Source: ASA Weekly Leader Letter for Thursday, May 10

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

ARLINGTON, VA — American Trucking Associations President and CEO Bill Graves called on members of the upcoming conference committee on the surface transportation bill to do the right thing for driver and highway safety and require motor carriers use electronic logging devices to promote drivers’ compliance with hours of service driving limits.

“We urge conferees in both bodies to adopt the Senate’s requirement for carriers to use electronic logging devices to monitor drivers’ hours-of-service compliance,” Graves said. “Clearly, these devices lead to greater compliance with maximum driving limits — which is very good for the trucking industry as a whole and highway safety.”

ATA supports an electronic logging mandate, based on feedback from member carriers who find the technology improves compliance, safety and

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ATA urges highway bill conferees to support electronic logging device mandate operating efficiency.

“Many logging devices, or electronic onboard recorders, have additional functions that aid in managing fuel use, routes and other aspects of fleet operations — reducing fuel consumption and making carriers more efficient and environmentally responsible,” Graves said. “In addition, research shows that drivers at fleets using electronic logging devices report improved morale.”

Congress should re-

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and the vast majority in the trucking industry who want to further improve trucking’s compliance and safety record.

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Simple steps for grilling brilliantly (Family Features) — Whether cooking on a gas or charcoal grill, at home, at a park or at a tailgate, grilling provides an unmistakable aroma, a sizzling sound and maximum flavor. And research shows that when it comes to grilling, nearly three out of four Americans choose beef as the meat they grill the most often; but nearly 30 percent are still looking for more information on how to harness the power of the grill.

For guaranteed, delicious results when grilling beef, try following these three easy steps: 1. Choose your cut Some of the best cuts for grilling include naturally tender ribeye, top loin (aka strip) and ground beef.

Flank steak is also an excellent choice after a dip in a tenderizing marinade.

Tip: Rubs and marinades are easy ways to add flavor and tenderize.

2. Prepare your beef Prepare grill (gas or charcoal) according to manufacturer’s directions for medium heat. Remove beef from refrigerator and season with herbs and spices, as desired.

Tip: Wait to salt until after cooking so you don’t draw out the natural, flavorful juices from the meat.

3. Grill Place beef on grates and grill, covered, turning occasionally. Test doneness with meat thermometer: Cook burgers to 160°F and steaks to 145°F for medium rare or 160°F for medium.

Tip: Turn steaks with long handled tongs instead

of a fork. Do not press down on steaks or burgers as flavorful juices will be lost.

Tip: For detailed grilling time by cut, visit www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com and type in “grilling.”

Grecian top loin steaks and mushroom kabobs Total Recipe Time: 30 minutes Makes 4 servings Lemon Pepper Rub: 3 large cloves garlic, minced 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano Steak and Kabobs: 1 pound medium mushrooms 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 lemon wedges 2 boneless beef top loin steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 1/4 pounds) 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Combine rub ingredients.

Combine mushrooms, onion, oil and 2 teaspoons rub in medium bowl; toss. Alternately thread mushrooms and onion onto six 12-inch metal skewers.

Finish with a lemon wedge.

Press remaining rub onto beef steaks. Place steaks and kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.

Grill steaks, covered, 11 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 11 to 15 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill kabobs 6 to 8 minutes or

until mushrooms are tender, turning occasionally.

Remove vegetables from skewers; toss with cheese, if desired. Carve steaks. Season beef and vegetables with salt.

Firecracker burgers with cooling lime sauce Total Recipe Time: 35 minutes Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 6 sesame seed sandwich rolls, split, toasted 1 cup watercress or mixed spring greens Seasoning: 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 teaspoon salt Sauce: 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons grated lime peel 1/4 teaspoon salt Combine ground beef and seasoning ingredients in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six 1/2-inch-thick patties.

Place patties on grid over medium, ashcovered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.

Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in small bowl; set aside.

Spread sauce on cut sides of rolls. Place one burger on bottom half of each roll; top evenly with watercress. Close sandwiches.

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We Salute Our Dairy Farmers Boosting dairy cattle fertility: new technologies, outreach go hand in hand translate into reduced herd growth and potential loss of profits, said Mike Day, an animal scientist with the university’s Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC). “Dairy cows work hard every day,” he said. “That makes it more difficult for farmers to increase reproduction rates.”

One way dairy farms can boost their reproduction efforts is the use of artificial insemination (A.I.) and estrus (heat) synchronization techniques. Working with industry partners, Day and his research team have pioneered a new fixedtime A.I. protocol — known as “5-day COSynch + CIDR” — that better synchronizes a cow’s estrus cycle so that A.I. can be administered when cows are more fertile.

A recommended prac-

tice within the beef cattle industry nationwide, this protocol has been successfully tested on beef cows, resulting in 60 to 70 percent of animals getting pregnant within one day — a 17.5-percent increase compared to industry standards. Day and colleagues calculated that if 5-day CO-Synch + CIDR were implemented with just 10 percent of Ohio’s roughly 500,000 beef and dairy cows, the total economic benefit would easily surpass $5 million in savings and increased production.

This protocol is now being studied in dairy heifers and cows by researchers at various locations across the country, Day said. The hope is that this approach will increase fertility in dairy cattle compared to current protocols, giving farmers another tool to inch closer to their reproductive goals.

While technology is an important factor in boosting reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle, it’s not the solution by itself, according to OSU Exten-

sion’s Schuenemann.

“There’s no magic bullet,” said Schuenemann, who develops and coordinates research-based, practical training workshops for dairy producers, personnel and veterinarians throughout Ohio.

“There are many tools out there — from synchronization protocols to heat detection to measuring cow activity — but regardless of the tool a farmer may use, proactive management practices at the farm level matter when it comes to reproduction.”

One of the things Schuenemann emphasizes in his training programs is proper management during the transition period, which is three to four weeks prior to calving and approximately one month post-calving. This, he said, is “key to reproductive success.”

Some of the issues that dairy farmers need to address during this crucial period include avoiding overstocking of animals and commingling (mixing together) of mature cows with heifers; making sure cows get balanced food

rations; and having a reliable and well-trained group of workers who can properly handle calving and identify and assist cows that experience difficult births as well as sick cows after calving.

Proactive management also involves choosing the right tool or set of tools to maximize reproductive success.

“The choice of reproduction protocol needs to match the particular conditions of each farm, its resources, its objectives and the skill of its workers,” Schuenemann explained. “All dairy farmers are unique, even if they are only a mile apart from each other. So it’s very important to assess human resources on the farm. Some may adopt techniques that are more time-sensitive and cost

more in synchronization hormones, but which have the potential for higher pregnancy rates.

Others may do better with heat detection and trying to take advantage of normal estrus.

“You don’t want a farmer to fail because he picked a technique that doesn’t work for his conditions.

Every farm is an integrated system; decisions made on one area of the farm will have an impact on other areas of the farm.”

Ohio State resources for dairy farmers are available at http://dairy.osu.edu and http://vet.osu.edu/extension/dairy-resources.

OARDC and OSU Extension are the research and outreach arms, respectively, of Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.

Baby it’s getting hot outside!

Don’t forget to monitor calf health and growth this summer As temperatures start to climb and cause you to perspire — don’t forget your calves are also feeling the heat.

When we think of heat stress our thoughts often go to the lactating herd first, as heat and humidity can have a dramatic impact on milk production and therefore have a potential impact on our pocketbooks. But there are also plenty of economic reasons to be

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concerned about heat stress in calves.

There is very little hard data that indicates exactly when a calf will become heat stressed. Industry consensus estimates heat stress occurs between 78 to 80 degrees F in calves. When temperatures rise above 78 degrees F the calf begins to sweat and respiration rates increase.

Consequences of increased respiration rates and sweating are rapid dehydration, reduced feed intake, a weaker immune system and the internal body temperature of the calf rises — which

is never good. In addition, the calf will burn more energy as it tries to drive heat from its body and it is likely that fewer of the nutrients that are consumed will be put towards growth.

Heat stressed calves are also more likely to have a slower rate of gain which means they might not reach breeding size in a timely manner. As a result, age at first calving could be pushed back. If a calf becomes too stressed from heat, it can die.

“Management strategies from greater calf housing ventilation,

shading calf hutches, providing free choice electrolytes, increasing water and feeding frequency to evaluating the technologies in the milk replacer fed can help to alleviate heat stress in calves,” says Dr. Tom Earleywine, technical services director for Land O’Lakes Animal Milk Products.

What can you do?

To help calves not only beat the heat but also thrive in warm weather conditions, consider the following management ideas.

• Evaluate milk replacer formulas. Be sure to provide a high level of nutrition to calves so they can grow to their full potential and meet their energy needs as they struggle to relieve heat stress. Transitioning to a calf milk replacer formulated for warm weather can result in greater feed efficiency and bottom line potential. New milk

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June 4, 2012 • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • Section A - Page 17

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Increasing the reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle — getting the highest possible number of cows pregnant in the same period of time — has always been a challenge for this industry. Ohio State University specialists are working to reverse this trend through the development of new reproduction techniques and training that emphasizes proper management.

Currently, the national pregnancy rate for dairy cows is only 16 percent, while the benchmark rate set by industry experts is 10 points higher, said Gustavo Schuenemann, Ohio State University Extension’s state dairy veterinarian. Ohio’s rate is about the national average, he pointed out, so there’s room for improvement.

Lower pregnancy rates are an issue for the dairy industry because they

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replacer formulas provide the optimal proteinto-energy balance as temperatures moderate and are designed to meet the specific needs of the calf.

• Consider adding a third feeding of milk replacer.

Research shows that calves fed three times a day have shown optimal growth, better feed efficiency, consume more starter prior to weaning and have greater chance of survival to lactation than calves fed twice daily.

• Provide free choice

electrolytes. High quality electrolytes with suspension agent mixed properly can be free choice fed during heat stress.

• Offer free choice water. Empty and refill water pails several times throughout the day to offer fresh water. It should not be a surprise for calves to double their water intake. Switching to five-gallon pails may also be helpful.

• Clean and sanitize water and milk pails frequently.

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growth. Keeping water and milk pails clean and sanitized will help keep these populations down, as well as help with the fly population.

• Keep calf starter fresh. Calf starters can go bad in hot weather, so it’s important to make sure the feed is kept fresh. Note that molasses, a common calf starter ingredient to aid in palatability, can be a

tasty attractant for fly populations. Newer calf starters use alternative natural palatability enhancers with minimal molasses.

• Provide shade.

Make sure to provide calves plenty of shade in hot weather.

• Evaluate calf handling. Consider changing the time of day when handling calves is done.

Routines that were fine

for cold weather might not be the best for the calf in warm weather.

• Get a handle on flies.

Unfortunately calves are a hot spot for flies. Using a milk replacer and a calf starter that includes a feed through larvicide can help to keep the fly population down. A reduced fly population may also reduce stress to the calf and the spread of dis-

eases by flies.

As temperatures rise, don’t forget that when you start to perspire so do your calves. Take steps now to help them beat the heat.

For more information on warm weather calf milk replacers or how to incorporate a seasonal feeding program into your herd, visit www.lolmilkreplacer.co m or call 800-618-6455.

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Happy June Dairy Month from the “Mielke Market Weekly” ‘wonder of the world,’ Greek yogurt!

It is the dairy industry’s desire for consumers to enjoy and appreciate dairy products in this special month of recognition but consumers also need to be aware and reminded of the hard work, dedication, and animal and land stewardship, plus the tough economic times dairy farmers endure to provide that gallon of milk or block of cheese that grocery store shoppers never worry there’ll be a shortage of.

Like so many things in

Maine Dairy Princess Pageant seeks contestants The Maine Dairy Princess Pageant Committee and the Clinton Lions Club are looking for entrants for their 2012 Scholarship Pageant. The contest includes a Junior Princess, girls ages 1013 with a cash award; a Senior Maine Dairy Princess, girls 14-18; and new for 2012, a Collegiate Scholarship award for women ages

18-23. Information can be found at www.clintonlionsfair.com In the past six years, the Maine Dairy Princess has grown to be an ambassador for the Maine Dairy Industry.

They have helped the Maine Dairy Industry Association and the Dairy Nutrition Council at different events in Maine and in Massachusetts. The princesses

have also been recognized by the Maine State Legislature and the Maine State Senate and have met Gov. Paul LePage.

Applications can be obtained by calling Belinda Stoughton at 207426-8586. Leave a message including your name, age and a call back number. Deadline for applications is July 15.

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As I contemplated writing another “June Dairy Month” salute, I took a look at what I said a year ago. I talked about how June Dairy Month has been a great promotional event for the U.S. dairy industry for many years because it “calls our city slicker cousins back to their roots and back to the land where their food comes from.” It also provides a great promotional venue to retailers to spotlight and specially price milk, cheese, and ice cream and let’s not forget the latest dairy

life, it’s easy to take it all for granted but it doesn’t just magically appear. I need some cheese for the pizza tonight or a gallon of ice cream for the birthday party this afternoon so I simply run to the store and get it because it’s always there, right?

But, what if it wasn’t?

I occasionally receive comments from nonfarm readers about the things I write about each week and how interesting and yet complex this industry is. That’s encouraging because the people who really know what’s behind that gallon of milk or that chunk of cheese will appreciate it a little more and will complain a little less when they may have to pay a little more for it.

Milk is said to be one of nature’s most perfect foods and we are blessed to have it and an industry that is so dedicated to providing it. Drink up Mr. and Ms. Consumer.

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Milk Production Growth Appears To Be Slowing Issued May 25, 2012 April milk production in the top 23 states hit 15.98 billion pounds, up 3.3 percent from April 2011, according to preliminary data in the Agriculture Department’s latest Milk Production report. Revisions lowered the initial March estimate to 16.4 billion, still 4.3 above a year ago. The April 50-state April total was 17.19 billion pounds, up 3.2 percent.

April cow numbers in the 23 states, at 8.53 million head, were up 4,000 from March and 94,000 head more than a year ago. Output per cow averaged 1,875 pounds, up 40 from a year ago.

California was up 3.1 percent from a year ago on 23,000 more cows and a 35 pound per cow gain. Wisconsin was up 3.5 percent on a 55

pound gain per cow, thanks to the weather and 4,000 more cows.

New York was up 3.6 percent on a 65 pound gain per cow. Cow numbers were unchanged from a year ago. Idaho was up 2.9 percent on a 50-pound gain per cow and 1,000 more cows.

Pennsylvania was the only state showing a decline, down 1 percent on 5,000 fewer cows. Output per cow was unchanged. Minnesota was up 1.3 percent thanks to a 35 pound gain per cow but cow numbers were down 4,000 head.

Checking a few other players; Michigan was up 6.2 percent on 14,000 more cows and a 5 pound gain per cow. New Mexico was up 3.6 percent on 11,000 more cows and a 5 pound gain per cow. Texas was up 3.3 percent on a 14,000 cow increase. Output per cow was unchanged, and

Washington State was up 4.1 percent on 7,000 more cows and a 25 pound per cow increase.

Mary Ledman, editor of the new Daily Dairy Report, believes the data will be read with some relief by the cash markets and will give them some underlining strength because some expected the gain to be closer to 4 percent. Add to that, the fact that the previous month’s gain was over 4 percent.

More importantly, according to Ledman, is that “the tide has turned in the West.” Key states like California, Washington, and Idaho, regionally, saw milk output inch 0.6 percent lower than March, “so supply management programs there are taking hold,” and the peak of the milk production season has been reached as it has in the Southwest, Arizona, Texas, and New Mexico, down 0.1 percent.

Looking forward, Ledman said milk production in the Northeast and the Midwest likely has another month of incremental gain before heading lower seasonally.

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Farm Credit awards $43,700 to Northeast Farm Programs (New England states and New York). (This is approved as 7 state requests for $1,650 per state.)

• Questar III BOCES (NY Capital District) will use a $4,000 grant to support the Tech Valley Entrepreneurial Agriculture Youth Initiative’s innovative summer camp to foster the development of young entrepreneurs in agriculture and build interest in agricultural employment opportunities.

• A $3,000 grant to the Empire State Forestry Foundation will support the Teachers Forestry Tour which brings teachers together with loggers, wood product manufacturers and foresters to enable them to go back to the classrooms with a better knowledge of forestry.

• The New England Apple Association will use a $4,000 grant to develop a consumer focused video on the use and value of integrated pest management for apple production.

• A $4,000 grant to New England Green Pastures will support certain agricultural programs at the Big E including the “Outstanding Dairy Farm of the Year” program and the Salute to Agriculture initiative.

• Adirondack Sustainable Communities, Inc. will use its $1,500 grant to prepare and publish maps that show the combination of suitable soils, current use, and land ownership in an effort to assist farmers in the Adirondack region that are involved in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and other small scale farming businesses.

• A $500 grant to the Massachusetts Agriculture in the Classroom will be used to support the School Garden Mentoring Project to enable Massachusetts educators to educate youth on growing plants.

• A $500 grant to the Merrimack County Conservation District will be used for a Beef to Insti-

tution Conference to reduce barriers that discourage the purchase of locally raised beef and other meat products.

• theMOVE’s $500 grant will support the organization of farm-volunteer workdays for diverse urban groups throughout Metro Boston. These workdays will help to develop a better understanding of farming.

• The Maine TREE Foundation will use a $6,000 grant to support the Teachers’ Tours of the Maine Forest program. This program provides teachers with a first-hand experience to share with students, colleagues and their community.

• New Jersey FFA Association will use its $1,650 grant to support the 4-day National Leadership Conference for State FFA Officers.

• A $1,000 grant to the NY Pork Producers Empire Swine Youth Program will be used for a youth program and contest held at the New York

State Fair. This multifaceted program involves contests on the knowledge of the swine industry, management capabilities and interviewing skills.

• A $2,500 grant to the Northeast Livestock Expo (ME) will support the Northeast Livestock Expo youth events designed to promote livestock and agriculture through a series of workshops, multi-species events, leadership and mentoring programs.

• A $1,500 grant to Seacoast Eat Local will support this consumer education/outreach program which increases the positive economic impact of winter farmers’ markets (46 farmers needed) by building a stronger base of educated consumers in the region.

• Southeastern Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership, Inc. (SEMAP) will use its $1,000 grant to support SEMAP’s Community Education program dedicated to preserving and

expanding access to local food in southeastern Massachusetts.

• A $500 grant to the Walton Regional Livestock Show will support a regional livestock show to encourage and promote the breeding, raising and marketing of better livestock and farm products.

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Mielke from 20 However, on a bearish note, she warned that the U.S. dairy herd continues to expand.

The good news is that the gain in April was only half that of the previous month and she says we could see increased slaughter in May and into June and predicts the U.S. dairy herd will be trending lower by midyear. For a weekly recap of the dairy markets and a sneak into the following week’s listen to the new Audio File of the Daily Dairy Report at www.dailydairyreport. com.

The latest Livestock Slaughter report issued Friday morning shows an estimated 239,800 culled dairy cows were slaughtered under federal inspection in April, down 38,200 from the 278,000 culled in March but 2,000 more than April 2011. Dairy Profit Weekly (DPW) points out that, based on April’s Milk Production report, the April culling rate represented about 2.6 percent of the nation’s herd.

Through the first four months of 2012, cull cow slaughter totaled 1.043 million, up 24,200 from

the same period in 2011.

Cash block cheese closed the week of May 21 at $1.57 per pound, up 7 cents on the week (most of it coming on Friday) but still 24 cents below a year ago when the blocks jumped 10 1/4-cents to $1.81. Barrel closed at $1.47, up a penny on the week and 34 3/4-cents below a year ago. Four cars of block traded hands on the week and none of barrel. The AMS-surveyed block price averaged $1.5271, down slightly, while the barrels averaged $1.4887, down a half-cent.

Milk supplies across the U.S. remain above year ago levels and much of that milk is finding its way to cheese plants, according to USDA’s Dairy Market News. Discounts are being offered to plants to encourage higher production but cheese stocks are up, as evidenced in April Cold Storage data. Plants are keeping a close eye on inventories as demand is “moderate,” according to USDA. Increased features in retail advertising are helping to move

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ENFIELD, CT — Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Program recently awarded $43,700 to 16 organizations to promote northeast agriculture, support young and beginning farmer initiatives and encourage agricultural youth programs.

The program is a joint effort of Farm Credit East; Yankee Farm Credit; Farm Credit of Maine and CoBank. Since its inception in 1996, Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement has awarded more than $1.3 million through 496 grants.

Recent grant recipients The most recent grants highlight Farm Credit’s ongoing partnership with organizations that make a significant difference in the lives of people involved in all aspects of agriculture.

• New York FFA Foundation will use its $11,550 ($1,650 per state) grant to support a 4-day National Leadership Conference for FFA officers from six states

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Confined spaces and manure pits ~ working in a confined space Editor’s note: In light of the tragedy that occured in Maryland recently, farmers are encouraged to review safety procedures on their farm.

A confined space is defined as a space that has limited means of entry and exit, has an adequate size and configuration for employee entry, and is not designed for continuous worker occupancy. Most states classify the tanks designed for waste storage, transport, and application as confined spaces.

Confined spaces on farms may include: • Manure pits.

• Silos.

• Tank spreaders.

• Below-ground storage pits.

• Grain bins and dryers.

When working in a confined space the following safety actions should be taken: • Always assign a standby person to remain outside of the confined space.

It is this person’s responsibility to be in constant contact (visually, verbally, or both) with the workers inside the confined space as long as anyone is in the space.

• Wear ear protection as needed. Noise within a confined space can be amplified because of the space’s design and acoustic properties.

• Use only an air-supplying respirator, such as a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or a supplied-air respirator with an auxiliary escapeonly SCBA in confined spaces where there is insufficient oxygen.

Recommendations for farms with manure pits: • Never enter a pit without proper ventilation. Before entering the pit, evaluate its atmosphere by testing for sufficient oxygen and the presence of toxic gases. Continue to test the atmosphere while workers are in the pit.

When going in, wear an air-supplied respirator or a SCBA, as well as a safety harness attached to a rope attended by two people at the pit’s entrance.

Note: Respirator masks must be checked for proper fit, and persons using respirators should receive training in their use. Attaching the safety rope to a winch or hoist is also recommended.

• Keep people and ani-

mals out of any building where manure is being agitated or emptied. If animals cannot be removed before agitating the storage, provide strong mechanical ventilation during agitation and pumping, and for a few hours after pumping has stopped.

• If an animal collapses during pit agitation, do not immediately try to rescue it. Turn off the pump and ventilate the building until the gases have escaped.

• Never fill a manure pit completely; allow 1 to 2

feet of airspace to accommodate gas concentrations. To reduce the possibility of gas being forced above floor level, lower liquid manure levels in a storage facility before starting agitation.

• Keep the agitator below the liquid surface because greater volumes of gas are released with vigorous surface agitation.

• Do not permit smoking, open flames, or spark-producing operations in the immediate vicinity of a storage area.

Keep all guards and safety shields in place on

pumps, pump hoppers, tank wagons, and power units, and maintain electrical motors, fixtures, and wiring in good condition.

• Do not leave temporary access ladders leaning against aboveground tanks. Permanent ladders on the outside of aboveground tanks should not extend within the reach of people, or they should

Manure have locked entry guards.

• Do not walk, ride, or allow animals on the crust-like surface of openair storages. Like ice, the crust is not uniformly solid and can suddenly break.

• Warn visitors and guests of the hazards of manure storages. You are legally responsible for their safety while they are on your property.

For more information, order the following free publication: NIOSH Alert: Preventing Deaths of Farm Workers in Manure Pits, NIOSH #90-103 at 1800-35-NIOSH or from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226.

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CWT accepted 24 requests for export assistance this week to sell a total of 3.578 million

pounds of cheese and 1.642 million pounds of butter to customers in Asia, Africa, Central America, and the Middle East. CWT’s 2012 cheese exports now stand at 53.8 million pounds plus

44.4 million of butter and anhydrous milk fat.

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Bill Van Dam, of the Alliance of Western Milk Producers, points out in his May 18 newsletter that, when considering prices in the U.S. compared to the rest of the world, “we need to keep in mind the percentage of

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Meanwhile; FC Stone’s May 22 eDairy Insider Opening Bell reported that “New Zealand’s Fonterra believes world dairy prices have likely reached bottom and are expected to begin recovering when Oceania’s new production season starts in August. The coop plans to pay its suppliers $4.21 (U.S.) per kilogram of milk solids in the year ending May 31, 2013, a 9 percent drop from the current year.”

The May 24 edition also warned that “Mounting

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CRAIGMOOR FARM DISPERSAL

ERIC & JOEL CRAIG SATURDAY JUNE 9, 2012 • 10:00 AM 1552 CR 22 NORTH BANGOR, NY 12966 518-232-2770

DIRECTIONS: TAKE RT. 11 WEST OF MALONE, NY. TURN ONTO CR 22 AT THE FOUR CORNERS IN THE VILLAGE OF NORTH BANGOR. WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS. JOIN THE CRAIGS FRIDAY EVENING PRIOR TO THE SALE FOR AN OPEN HOUSE AND “PIG ROAST” 140 HEAD OF OUTSTANDING TYPE & HIGH COMPONENT DAIRY CATTLE!!!

SHOW CATTLE OF ALL AGES!!!

SCC 153,000 65 REG. GUERNSEYS SELL!!!

34 COWS— 10 BH— 21 YEARLINGS & CALVES— SERVICE BULL A SAMPLING OF THE GUERNSEYS SELLING TUFFY EX-90 OVER 15,000 0F 4.5%BF & 3.4%P. SHE WAS THE 1ST PLACE SR. 3YR OLD @ 2011 NY SPRING SHOW DAM IS VG-88, NEXT DAM EX-90. ALSO SELLING IS HER FRESH DAU. BY FAYETTE BRYCE VG-87 2-08 305 14,260 4.9% 704 3.3% 474. RES. GRAND @ NY SPRING SHOW 2011. LOOKS FANTASTIC AND READY TO GO!!!

BOBBIN: PROJECTED AS A 2YR OLD TO OVER 24,000 OF MILK ERVINA: CALVES AT 1-11 PROJECTED OVER 20,000 OF MILK WITH FIRST CALF SIRES OF GUERNSEYS SELLING INCLUDE: ADACKA, AARON, MENTOR, SIVERADO, SHOWTIME, SENSATION, FAYETTE, SMOKEY, POKER, DYNAMIC AND SKIPPER. SERVICE SIRES INCLUDE: TILLER, AARON, PRADA, MENTOR, JUDGEMENT, JUMBO, WELCOME JT AND SENSATION. 61 REG. JERSEYS SELL!!!

34 COWS— 12 BH (BRED TO SEXED SEMEN)— BALANCE YEARLINGS & CALVES TAKE A LOOK AT THIS SAMPLING OF THE OUTSTANDING JERSEY QUALITY SPICE: VG-87% 1ST CALF MILKING @ 60LBS./DAY. SHE IS SOMETHING SPECIAL AND CAN STAND IN ANYBODYS BARN. VIREO: VG-88% MILKING 91 LBS/DAY WITH 5.8%BF VICTORY: EX-93% PROJECTED OVER 19,000 AND DUE IN JUNE. 12 MEMBERS OF THIS FAMILY SELL MARCELA: ACTION DAU. PROJ. OVER 20,000 AS A 3YR OLD. JERSEY SIRES INCLUDE: LEGION, ACTION, COMERICA, MILITIA, JACE, PITINO, AWARD, IATOLA, REGION, LOUIE, JUSTICE, EXCAVATE, JACINTO, MAESTRO, GOLD AND HEADLINE. SERVICE SIRES INCLUDE: HEADLINE, COMERICA, LEGION, SULTAN, TBOLT, MAXIMAN, REGION, IATOLA AND PREMIERE 12 REG. R&W HOLSTEINS SELL!!!

7 COWS— 4 BH— CALF SUPER QUALITY RED & WHITES OPTIMUS: VG–89, PROJECTED OVER 24,000 AND BRED BACK OSARIO:VG-87@2YR., BY WISCONSIN, PROJ. OVER 24,000 ONYX: ADVENT DAU. PROJECTED OVER 20,000 AS A 2YR OLD AND DUE IN AUGUST INT. YEARLING: SIRED BY WISCONSIN. DAM 85 AND OVER 100,000. THIS ONE IS READY TO WIN!!!

SIRES OF R&W: ADVENT, INFERNO, STAR, WISCONSIN AND ATTITUDE SERVICE SIRES: ACCOLADE, RAPID FIRE AND DAGGER ERIC AND JOEL HAVE DEVELOPED A HERD OF OUTSTANDING TYPE AND PRODUCTION. THE BREEDING IN THIS DAIRY HAS PRODUCED CATTLE THAT MEET TODAYS HIGH STANDARD OF PRODUCTION AND LONGEVITY. THEY HAVE SOLD NUMEROUS CATTLE THAT HAVE DEVELOPED INTO TOP PRODUCERS AND SHOW WINNERS FOR THEIR NEW OWNERS. THIS WAS A VERY DIFFICULT DECISION FOR THE CRAIGS. DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE HIGH QUALITY OF BREEDING AT CRAIGMOOR. THE HERD IS HOUSED IN FREESTALLS AND MILKED IN TIESTALLS!!!

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KUBOTA M105S 105HP 4WD, CANOPY, WEIGHTS, ONLY 1100HRS. 2008 IN EX CONDITION IH 656 DIESEL - MF 50 GAS - NH LS250 SKIDSTEER GAS KNIGHT 3042 MIXER TOP CONDITION - WIC MDR48 ROUND THE BARN TMR MIXER MILLER PRO REAR UNLOAD FORAGE WAGON TANDEM SUPER CONDITION - HESSTON DOUBLE 5 V-RAKE EX. - 2 HYD REAR DUMP FORAGE WAGONS ON HIGH PROFILE TIRES - JD 327 BALER - GALLIGNAM BALE WRAPPER - STOLL R 353 ROTARY RAKE; NH 25 BLOWER; NH 790 CHOPPER; NH 782 CHOPPER; ROSSI SINGLE ROW TEDDER; 5’ BUSH HOG BRUSH CUTTER; 7’ BACK BLADE; HYD. POST POUNDER; PIPE HAY WAGON 18’ BALE SPEAR 3PT.; BLOWER BONNETS (2); JD 10’ HARROWS; STEEL SCAFFFOLDING; SNOWBLOWER 5’ 3PT HITCH; TIRECHAINS 4 SETS (18.4x30 & 18.4x34) MOTORS ELECTRIC; CALF HUTCHES (8); WASH VATS; WATER TUBS; DYNA DP 4500 PORTABLE GENERATOR 16.7 AMPS; WIC 11-90 GRAIN MIZER W/ WIC 301 COMPUTER; AUGER PORTABLE 20’ W/MOTOR; FANS PORTABLE FLOOR LARGE; SNAPPER LT 12 RIDING LAWNMOWER NEW BATTERY & BLADES; MOHAWK 340 POWER WASHER; HAY CART STEEL 5’ FOR SQUARE BALES; ONAN GENERATOR 21 AMP SIDE MOUNT FRAME W/PULLEY & BELT FOR TRACTOR; OLIVER WHEEL HARROWS 10’; DRILL PRESS; 20 TON PRESS; WHEELBARROW DUAL WHEELS; GUTTER GRATES (13); WATER BUCKETS 20; PLATFORM SCALES; TRUCK STORAGE BOX; SILO CABLE 300 FT. NEVER USED; FIFTH WHEEL PLATE HD COMPLETE BOU-MATIC DOUBLE 6 MILKING PARLOR DISASSEMBLED & READY TO GO!!!

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each product made in this country that is sold into the export trade.”

Only 5.8 percent of the cheese made here is exported, he said. The opposite side is that 94.2 percent is sold domestically.

He points out that Cheddar cheese traded last week on the Global Dairy Trade (gDT) sold for as low as $1.27 per pound. “There are many reasons that our cheese prices may not react quickly (or at all) to the dip in cheese prices at the gDT,” Van Dam wrote, “for example our largest export customer

Mielke from 23 concern over a possible exit by Greece from the euro zone has been lifting the U.S. dollar. If Greece does leave the currency zone, the U.S. dollar could strengthen further, which could hurt exports of dairy products and dampen economic growth in the United States.”

Cash butter at the CME closed May 25 at $1.3875, up another 3 1/4-cents on the week and the third consecutive week of gain, but is still 79 1/4-cents below a year ago when butter peaked for 2011 at $2.18. Only two cars

were sold on the week, and the AMS butter price averaged $1.3352, down 3 1/2-cents.

USDA reports that many butter producers and handlers are surprised that the strength in the butter price is occurring at a time when butter production is seasonally strong and inventories are building.

Cream volumes available to the churn remain seasonally heavy although some producers are reporting lighter surplus cream offerings than in recent weeks.

Lighter surplus offer-

ings are attributed to increased Class II demand, especially for ice cream and mix needs. Although lighter surplus cream offerings are occurring, many butter producers expect heavier volumes as the Memorial Day weekend approaches which usually generates additional cream for the churn. Overall butter demand is fair with some reports of good movement.

Cash Grade A nonfat dry milk jumped 3 cents, hitting $1.1550, on an unusual 15 sales. Extra

Grade inched three-quarters higher, to $1.09.

AMS powder averaged $1.1449, down 0.2 cent.

Dry whey averaged 54.36 cents, up 1.6 cents.

Cheese demand is good, according to Stewart Peterson’s Matt Mattke in Tuesday’s DairyLine. He agreed the Milk Production report indicates the growth in milk production is slowing. He reported that March saw record exports of cheese and total dairy products plus commercial disappearance through Febru-

ary in the U.S. was doing “extremely well.” Weekly cheese sales data shows “we’re moving a lot of cheese (20-23 million pounds) on a weekly basis,” he said, but acknowledged that feed prices remain high.

Milk production in most of the U.S. has peaked but holding at high levels. Reports of declines in the southern regions are common. As schools and colleges recess for summer, surplus milk may become more available, thus manufac-

turers and handlers indicate they’re “not out of the water yet.”

The June Federal order Class I base milk price is $15.24 per cwt., down 61 cents from May, $5.08 below June 2011, and equates to about $1.31 per gallon. The 2012 average now stands at $16.48, down from $18.14 at this time a year ago, and compares to $14.42 in 2010 and $11.22 in 2009.

The University of Wisconsin’s Dr. Brian Gould

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To register and for more information on this work-

shop call the Conservation District at 603-7562988, ext. 115, e-mail sharlene@cheshireconservation.org, or visit www.cheshireconservation.org.

For more information, contact District Manager Amanda Costello at 603756-2988, ext. 116, or email amanda@cheshireconservation.org.

averaged $1.3506 per pound, down 11.2 cents from May. Nonfat dry milk averaged $1.1460, down 11.8 cents. Cheese averaged $1.5243, down 1.9 cents, and dry whey averaged 53.55 cents, down 6.7 cents from May. Dairy Profit Weekly reports that, in preparation for a May 31-June 1 hearing on petitions to revise the whey factor in California’s Class 4b milk pricing formula, the

California Department of Food & Agriculture hosted a public workshop, May 15, to review economic analysis of the proposals. According to that analysis, a proposal from Western United Dairymen (WUD) and a coalition of other dairy producer groups would have raised the Class 4b price paid to California dairy farmers by about 79 cents per cwt. over the five-year period, 2007-2012. The annual average range of the impact would have been a low of -2 cents in 2009, to a high of $1.58/cwt. this year.

In contrast, a proposal from Farmdale, a California cheese maker, would lower the 5-year average Class 4b price about 18 cents per cwt., including a 35 cent drop in 2011-2012.

If implemented, the WUD/dairy coalition proposal would close the gap between annual average California Class 4b prices and federal order Class III milk prices, according to DPW. Estimates show the gap using current formulas would leave the Class 4b price $1.05 per cwt. less than the Class III price over the five-year average, with the largest gap of $2.18 occurring in 2011-2012. Implementing the WUD/dairy coalition change would reduce the five-year gap to an average of -26 cents per cwt., with the gap of -61 cents cwt. in 2011-2012.

The Farmdale proposal would widen the Class 4b/Class III gap beyond current levels, with a difference of -$2.53 per cwt. in 2011-2012 and a five-year average of $1.23 per cwt. The analysis and hearing information is posted on the CDFA’s “hearing matrix” website (www.cdfa.ca.gov/dairy/ dairy_hearings_matrix.h tml).

Mielke from 24 predicts the June Milk Income Loss Contract Payment (MILC) will be about 88 cents per cwt.

He predicts the July Class I at $15.58, with an MILC of about 68 cents. He expects a turnaround in August, projecting $16.08 for the base price and an MILC of 25 cents. That will be the last MILC payment for the foreseeable future, according to Gould.

The AMS butter price

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This Auction Features One of the Largest, Cleanest One Owner Estate Sale of Heavy Equipment & Trucks Ever Offered

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DAY 1 • FRIDAY, JUNE 15, 9:00 AM CONSTRUCTION, EARTHMOVING & PAVING EQUIPMENT, TRUCKS & TRAILERS PARTIAL LISTING: EXCAVATORS: CRAWLER TRACTORS & LOADERS: RUBBER TIRED LOADERS: TRACTOR LOADER BACKHOES: SKID STEERS & COMPACT TRACK LOADERS: SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS: PAVING EQUIPMENT: CRUSHING & SCREENING: WOOD GRINDERS/RECYCLERS: LARGE GENSETS: ROAD MILLERS & PROFILERS: COMPACTORS & ROLLERS: BOOM LIFTS: ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFTS: MOTOR GRADERS: FORESTRY EQUIPMENT: TRENCHERS: ARTICULATED & RIDGID FRAME END DUMPS: DRILL RIGS: ROCK DRILLS: CRANES: HIGHWAY & BRIDGE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT: SHEARS: BUCKETS & ATTACHMENTS: ROLLOFF TRUCKS: ROLLBACK TRUCKS: MIXER TRUCKS: REFUSE TRUCKS: TRUCK TRACTORS: TRI & T/A DUMPS: S/A DUMPS: BUCKET & BOOM TRUCKS: VAC TRUCKS: SWEEPER TRUCKS: REEFER TRAILERS: DETACHABLE & LOWBED TRAILERS: DUMP TRAILERS: VAN, FLATBED & SGL DROP TRAILERS: TAG-ALONG & OTHER H.D. EQUIPMENT TRAILERS: LIVE BOTTOM TRAILERS: SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT & TRUCKS: FORM TRUCKS: SERVICE & UTILITY TRUCKS: FLATBED & VAN BODY TRUCKS: WATER TRUCKS: FUEL & LUBE TRUCKS: FLEET VEHICLES: CAMPER: SNOW HANDLING EQUIPMENT: TRENCH & SHORING BOXES & ROAD PLATES: TANKS: SEA & STORAGE CONTAINERS (Some Both Days): EQUIPMENT & TRUCK PARTS & COMPONENTS: AND MORE!

DAY 2 • SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 9:00 AM CONTRACTOR SUPPORT, AG, LANDSCAPE & MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT

SWEEPERS, SCRUBBERS & VAC UNITS: GENERATORS: COMPRESSORS: PUMPS: WELDERS: LIGHT TOWERS: MESSAGE & ARROW BOARDS: SCISSOR & PERSONNEL LIFTS: INDUSTRIAL FORKLIFTS: BOATS: RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: UTILITY TRACTORS: AG IMPLEMENTS: UTILITY VEHICLES: WOOD CHIPPERS, STUMP GRINDERS & MULCHERS: COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE & GROUNDS CARE EQUIPMENT: UTILITY & LANDSCAPE TRAILERS: THREE PT HITCH ATTACHMENTS: OUTBUILDINGS: MAJOR INVENTORY OF CONSTRUCTION, GENERAL & MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR SUPPORT EQUIPMENT: AND MORE!

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MARSHALL MACHINERY, INC.

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private crop consultant join together to demonstrate and discuss the tools used in determining nitrogen levels in corn.

Attendees will participate in an active exploration of the tools of the trade and how the information presented can be used to meet crop needs. Majewski and Beaudry will also scout the field for late

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To Have Your Auction Listed, See Your Sales Representative or Contact David Dornburgh at 518-673-0109 • Fax 518-673-2381 Monday, June 4 • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin).

Monthly Feeder & Fat Cow Sale. Special Dairy: Cream Hill Farm Milking Herd & Bred Heifer Dispersal - from Richfield Springs. 65 Milking age, 12 bred heifers Cows are averaging 65#/day in tank. Cows are in all stages of lactation many fresh this spring w/12 more dry & springing.

There are 12 Brown Swiss, 5 Jerseys, a few crossbreeds, balance Holsteins. Also consigned: 10 - 15 head of heifers from overstocked dairy. A few shortbred & breeding age Holsteins & Jerseys. Also a few springers from one farm. Misc. & Small Animals.12:30 Produce, 1 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, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop Off Only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-2589752.

• 12:00 Noon: Pavilion Market, 357 Lake St., Pavilion, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, Sue Rudgers, Manager, 518-584-3033 • 12:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main St., Dryden, NY. Calves. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607844-9104 • 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. 12:30 Produce, 1 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, 607-847-8800, cell 607972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 12:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Horses & Hay. 1:30 pm Calves & Beef. Regular Monday schedule. Tim Miller, 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, 518-392-3321.

Tuesday, June 5 • 1:00 PM: Central Bridge Livestock, Rte. 30A, Central Bridge, NY. Consigned from Washing Co. Farmer. Overstocked sends 10 fresh hfrs., Hols. X. All have had 9 way & have been wormed. Real nice group of hfrs. Dairy, sheep, goats, pigs and horses; 3:30 PM feeders followed by beef and calves. Tim Miller, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518-868-2006, 800-321-3211.

Wednesday, June 6 • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop Off Only. John Kelley,

B RO U G HT ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES Rte. 125, E. Middlebury, VT 05740 Sale every Monday & Thursday Specializing in Complete Farm Dispersals “A Leading Auction Service” In Vt. 800-339-2697 or 800-339-COWS 802-388-2661 • 802-388-2639 ALEX LYON & SON Sales Managers & Auctioneers, Inc. Jack Lyon Bridgeport, NY 315-633-2944 • 315-633-9544 315-633-2872 • Evenings 315-637-8912 AUCTIONEER PHIL JACQUIER INC. 18 Klaus Anderson Rd., Southwick, MA 01077 413-569-6421 • Fax 413-569-6599 www.jacquierauctions.com Auctions of Any Type, A Complete, Efficient Service philcorn@jacquierauctions.com AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL 808 Borden Rd., Buffalo, NY 14227 800-536-1401 www.auctionsinternational.com BENUEL FISHER AUCTIONS Fort Plain, NY 518-568-2257 Licensed & Bonded in PA #AU005568

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BRZOSTEK’S AUCTION SERVICE INC. Household Auctions Every Wed. at 6:30 PM 2052 Lamson Rd., Phoenix, NY 13135 Brzostek.com 315-678-2542 or 800-562-0660 Fax 315-678-2579 THE CATTLE EXCHANGE 4236 Co. Hwy. 18, Delhi, NY 13753 607-746-2226 • Fax 607-746-2911 www.cattlexchange.com E-mail: daveramasr@cattlexchange.com A Top-Quality Auction Service David Rama - Licensed Real Estate Broker C.W. GRAY & SONS, INC. Complete Auction Services Rte. 5, East Thetford, VT 802-785-2161 DANN AUCTIONEERS DELOS DANN 3339 Spangle St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com dannauctioneers.htm DELARM & TREADWAY Sale Managers & Auctioneers William Delarm & Son • Malone, NY 518-483-4106 E.J. Treadway • Antwerp, NY 13608 315-659-2407

Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-2589752 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main St., Dryden, NY. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607-844-9104 • 1:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Calves followed by beef. Tim Miller, Man-

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ager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315829-3105 • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-4500558 Thursday, June 7 • 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. Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, Sue Rudgers, Manager, 518-584-3033 • 1:15 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Our usual run of dairy cows, heifers & service bulls. Tim Miller, 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 • 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.

Friday, June 8 • 6:00 PM: D.R. Chambers & Sons, 76 Maple Ave., Unadilla, NY. Horse Sales every other Friday. Tack at 1 pm, horses at 6 pm. D.R. Chambers & Sons, 607-3698231

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D.R. CHAMBERS & SONS 76 Maple Ave., Unadilla, NY 13849 607-369-8231 • Fax 607-369-2190 www.drchambersauction.com EMPIRE LIVESTOCK MARKETING LLC 5001 Brittonfield Parkway P.O. Box 4844, East Syracuse, NY 315-433-9129 • 800-462-8802 Bath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607-776-2000 Burton Livestock . . . . . . . . . . .315-829-3105 Central Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . .518-868-2006 Chatham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .518-392-3321 Cherry Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . .716-296-5041 Dryden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .607-844-9104 Farm Sale Division . . . . . . . . . .315-436-2215 Gouverneur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315-287-0220 Half Acre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315-258-9752 Pavilion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .585-584-3033 FINGER LAKES LIVESTOCK 3 miles east of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Livestock Sale every Wednesday at 1 PM Feeder Cattle Sales monthly Horse Sales as scheduled 585-394-1515 • Fax 585-394-9151 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com FRANKLIN USED EQUIPMENT SALES, INC. AUCTION SERVICE Franklin, NY 607-829-5172 Over 30 Years Experience in Farm

Equipment Auctions Frank Walker, Auctioneer P.O. Box 25, Franklin, NY 13775 fwalker2@stny.rr.com FRALEY AUCTION CO. Auctioneers & Sales Managers, Licensed & Bonded 1515 Kepner Hill Rd., Muncy, PA 570-546-6907 Fax 570-546-9344 www.fraleyauction.com GENE WOODS AUCTION SERVICE 5608 Short St., Cincinnatus, NY 13040 607-863-3821 www.genewoodsauctionserviceinc.com GOODRICH AUCTION SERVICE INC. 7166 St. Rt. 38, Newark Valley, NY 13811 607-642-3293 www.goodrichauctionservice.com H&L AUCTIONS Malone, NY Scott Hamilton 518-483-8787 or 483-8576 Ed Legacy 518-483-7386 or 483-0800 518-832-0616 cell Auctioneer: Willis Shattuck • 315-347-3003 HARRIS WILCOX, INC. Bergen, NY 585-494-1880 www.harriswilcox.com

AUC TION CALENDAR To Have Your Auction Listed, See Your Sales Representative or Contact David Dornburgh at 518-673-0109 • Fax 518-673-2381 • 4:00 PM: Wayne & Roxanne Force, 7819 High Rd., off CR 75, 4 mi. NE of Prattsburg, NY. Kubota BX2230 4wd w/deck, excellent contractor shop tools, antiques, household. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.ht m Saturday, June 16 • 9:00 AM: Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Watertown, NY. Jefferson County Area Municipal & Contractor Equipment Auction. Selling Heavy Equipment, Trucks & Trailers.

Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com Monday, June 18 • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin).

Monthly Sheep, Lamb, Goat & Pig Sale. 1 pm dairy followed by sheep, lamb, goats, pigs & feeders. Calves & cull beef approx.

5-5:30 pm. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-9721770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com Wednesday, June 20 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558

• 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 3:00 PM: D.R. Chambers & Sons, 76 Maple Ave., Unadilla, NY. Dairy Day Special Feeder Sale. Every Wednesday following Dairy. D.R. Chambers & Sons, 607-369-8231 www.drchambersauction.com Thursday, June 21 • Sharon Springs, NY. High Hill Farm Complete Dispersal. 120 plus head will sell.

C/O Greg Law, owners. Managed by The Cattle Exchange. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226, daveramasr@cattlexchange.com daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com • 6:30 PM: 210 Pottsville St., Port Carbon, PA. 4.92 Approx. Industrial Acreage w/Building. Leaman Auctions, 717-4641128, cell 610-662-8149 www.leamanauctions.com, auctionzip #3721 Tuesday, June 26 • At the Farm, Newport, VT. Poulin-Royer, Inc. Complete Dispersal of all cattle and most equipment. Sale Managers, Northeast Kingdom Sales, 802-525-4774, neks@together.net, Auctioneer Reg Lussier 802-626-8892 Wednesday, June 27

• 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-4500558 Friday, July 6 • 11:00 AM: Lakeview Holsteins, 2456 Rt. 14, Penn Yan, NY. Selling complete dairies and registered & grade cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030 Saturday, July 7 • Garden Time LLC in Glens Falls, NY. 3rd Annual Auction. Benuel Fisher Auctions, 518-568-2257 Friday, July 13 • 6:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Wednesday, July 18 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Saturday, July 21 • Middleburgh, NY. Reflections of Maple Downs Sale. Hosted by Maple Downs Farm II. Held in conjunction with the NY Holstein Summer Picnic. The Cattle Ex-

Sales Managers, Auctioneers, & Real Estate Brokers

KELLEHER’S AUCTION SERVICE 817 State Rt. 170 Little Falls, NY 13365 315-823-0089 • 315-868-6561 cell We buy or sell your cattle or equipment on commission or outright! In business since 1948 LEAMAN AUCTIONS LTD 329 Brenneman Rd., Willow St., PA 17584 717-464-1128 • cell 610-662-8149 auctionzip.com 3721 leamanauctions.com

NORTHEAST KINGDOM SALES INC. Jim Young & Ray LeBlanc Sales Mgrs. • Barton, VT Jim - 802-525-4774 • Ray - 802-525-6913 neks@together.net NORTHAMPTON COOP. AUCTION Whately, MA • Farmer Owned Since 1949 Livestock Commission Auction Sales at noon every Tues.

Consignments at 9 AM 413-665-8774

ROBERTS AUCTION SERVICE MARCEL J. ROBERTS Specializing in farm liquidations.

802-334-2638 • 802-777-1065 cell robertsauction@together.net

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HILLTOP AUCTION CO. 3856 Reed Rd., Savannah, NY 13146 Jay Martin 315-521-3123 Elmer Zieset 315-729-8030 HOSKING SALES Sales Managers & Auctioneer 6810 W. River Rd., Nichols, NY 13812 Tom & Brenda Hosking • AU 005392 Looking to have a farm sale or just sell a few?

Give us a call. Trucking Assistance. Call the Sale Barn or check out our trucker list on the Web site.

607-699-3637 • Fax 607-699-3661 www.hoskingsales.com hoskingsales@stny.rr.com HOSKING SALES-FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK MARKET Tom & Brenda Hosking • AU 008392 P.O. Box 311, New Berlin, NY 13411 607-847-8800 • 607-699-3637 cell: 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com hoskingsales@stny,rr.com

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 NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLE Norman Kolb & David Kolb, Sales Mgrs.

Auctions Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs.

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

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 PIRRUNG AUCTIONEERS, INC. P.O. Box 607, Wayland, NY 14572 585-728-2520 • Fax 585-728-3378 www.pirrunginc.com James P. Pirrung R.G. MASON AUCTIONS Richard G. Mason We do all types of auctions Complete auction service & equipment Phone/Fax 585-567-8844

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

Groveland, Geneseo, NY 14454 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com TOWN & COUNTRY AUCTION SERVICE Rt. 32 N., Schuylerville, NY 518-695-6663 Owner: Henry J. Moak WILLIAM KENT, INC. Sales Managers & Auctioneers Farm Real Estate Brokers • Stafford, NY 585-343-5449 www.williamkentinc.com WRIGHT’S AUCTION SERVICE 48 Community Dr., Derby, VT 14541 802-334-6115 www.wrightsauctions.com

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www.drchambersauction.com Saturday, June 9 • North Bangor, NY. Craigmoor Farms Dispersal. Eric & Joel Craig. 140 head of reg.

Guernseys, reg. Jerseys & reg. R&W Holsteins. Complete line of machinery. Delarm & Treadway, 518-483-4106 • 9:00 AM: Don Rice Jr., 5761 Barber Hill Rd., Geneseo, NY. 15 MM farm tractors & parts, 150 MM farm toys, MM & gas signs.

Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-3961676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.ht m • 10:00 AM: 1046 Cty. Rd 23, Sherburne, NY. Lok-N-Logs, Sawmill Consolidation Auction. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com Monday, June 11 • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin).

Monthly Heifer Sale. Misc. & Small Animals. 12:30 Produce, 1 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, 607-847-8800, cell 607972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com Friday, June 15 • Gene Woods Auction Service, Cincinnatus, NY. Pedersen Farms 100 head Holstein Cattle & some machinery. Gene Woods Auction Service, 607-863-3821 www.genewoodsauctionserviceinc.com

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change, 607-746-2226, daveramasr@cattlexchange.com daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com • Leyden, MA. Selling trucks, trailers, shop tools & farm equip. including pay loader and farm tractor for Zimmerman Livestock Trucking. Sale Managers, Northeast Kingdom Sales, 802-525-4774, neks@together.net, Auctioneer Reg Lussier 802-626-8892 Wednesday, July 25 • West Addison, VT. Bodette Farm Complete Equipment Dispersal. Sale Managers, Northeast Kingdom Sales, 802-525-4774, neks@together.net, Auctioneer Reg Lussier 802-626-8892 Thursday, July 26 • 6:00 PM: County Highway Maintenance Facility, Geneseo, NY. Livingston County Tax Title Auction. Thomas P. Wamp/Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc., 585-728-2520 www.pirrunginc.com Friday, July 27 • 10:00 AM: Haverling Central High School, Bath, NY. Steuben County Tax Title Auction. Thomas P. Wamp/Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc., 585-728-2520 www.pirrunginc.com Saturday, July 28 • 9:30 AM: Martins Country Market. 3rd Annual Large Summer Equipment Auction.

Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Saturday Horse Sales. Tack at 9 am, sale at 10 am. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Sunday, July 29 • 10:00 AM: Washington Co. Fairgrounds, Rt. 29 & 392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich, NY. Tri-State Antique Tractor Club Inc. antique Wheels and Iron Show. 1st time consignment auction. Selling antique & modern farm, construction, gas engine, signs, toys, literature and related items.

Show: Sat-Sun July 28-29. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.ht m Friday, August 3 • 11:00 AM: Lakeview Holsteins, 2456 Rt. 14, Penn Yan, NY. Selling complete dairies and registered & grade cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030 • 6:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, August 4 • 10:00 AM: 1507 Pre-Emption Rd., Penn Yan, NY (Yates Co.). Real Estate Absolute Auction. 103 acre DeWick farm w/100 acres tillable, farmhouse, shop 2 machine sheds. Thomas P. Wamp/Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc., 585-728-2520 www.pirrunginc.com Wednesday, August 8 • 2:00 PM: Gehan Rd., off Rts. 5-20, 5 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY. NY Steam Engine Assoc. 4th Annual Consignment Auction.

1st day of pageant of Steam Show Aug. 811. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-

396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.ht m Thursday, August 9 • 1:00 PM: Route 414, Seneca Falls, NY. Farm & Equipment Auction. Next to Empire Farm Days Show. Farm Equipment, Tractors, Antique Equipment, Construction Equipment. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com Wednesday, August 15 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Wednesday, August 22 • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Friday, August 24 • Barton, VT. Important Holstein Dispersal.

More info soon. Sale Managers, Northeast Kingdom Sales, 802-525-4774, neks@together.net, Auctioneer Reg Lussier 802626-8892 Saturday, August 25 • 9:00 AM: Penn Yan, NY. Finger Lakes Produce Auction Farm Machinery Consignment Auction. Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc., 585-728-2520 www.pirrunginc.com Thursday, September 6 • 1:00 PM: 10400 Gillette Rd., Alexander, NY. WNY Gas & Steam Engine Assoc.

2nd. Annual Consignment. 1st day of show Sept. 6-9. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.ht m Saturday, September 8 • North Country Storage Barns. 2nd Annual Shed and Shrubbery Auction. Benuel Fisher Auctions, 518-568-2257 • Morrisville, NY. 30th Annual Morrisville Autumn Review Sale. Hosted by Morrisville State College Dairy Club. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226, daveramasr@cattlexchange.com daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com • 9:00 AM: Town of Lansing Highway Dept., Rts. 34 & 34B, Lansing, NY. Municipal Surplus & Contractor Equipment Auction. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, September 15 • 8:00 AM: Teitsworth Auction Yard, 6502 Barber Hill Rd., Geneseo, NY. Special Fall Consignment Auction. Farm & Construction Equipment. Heavy & Light Trucks.

Consignments welcome. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-2431563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Saturday Horse Sales. Tack at 9 am, sale at 10 am. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515

www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Wednesday, September 19 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Saturday, September 22 • 9:00 AM: Routes 39 & 219, Springville, NY. Lamb & Webster Used Equipment Auction. Farm Tractors & Machinery. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Wednesday, September 26 • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Saturday, September 29 • Twister Valley, Fort Plain, NY. Power Sports Consignment Auction. Benuel Fisher Auctions, 518-568-2257 Saturday, October 6 • 9:00 AM: 145 Paul Rd., Exit 17, Rt. 390, Rochester, NY. Monroe County Municipal Equipment Auction. Heavy Construction Equipment, Cars & Trucks. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-2431563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, October 13 • Hosking Sales. OHM Holstein Club Sale.

Brad Ainslie sale chairman 315-822-6087.

Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 9:00 AM: Hamburg Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY. Municipal & Contractor Equipment Auction. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com Wednesday, October 17 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Saturday, October 20 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, October 27 • Ithaca, NY. NY Fall Harvest Sale. Hosted

by Cornell University Dairy Science Club.

The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226, daveramasr@cattlexchange.com daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com • 9:00 AM: Syracuse, NY (NYS Fairgrounds). Onondaga Co. area Municipal Equipment Auction. Municipal & Contractor Equipment. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Pro-

fessional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com Saturday, October 27 • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Saturday, November 3 • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin). Fall Premier All Breed Sale. Call early to consign to make catalog & advertising deadlines.

Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, November 10 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Wednesday, November 21 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Thursday, November 29 • Lampeter, PA. Destiny Road Holstein Dispersal. Jay Stolzfus, owner. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226, daveramasr@cattlexchange.com daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com Saturday, December 1 • 9:00 AM: Teitsworth Auction Yard, 6502 Barber Hill Rd., Geneseo, NY. Special Winter Consignment Auction. Farm & Construction Equipment, Heavy & Light Trucks, Liquidations & Consignments. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20.

Feeder Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Saturday, December 8 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi.

E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Saturday Horse Sales. Tack at 9 am, sale at 10 am. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com Wednesday, December 12 • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-2965041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 Wednesday, December 19 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558

WEEKLY MARKET REPORT

ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES East Middlebury, VT No report COSTA & SONS LIVESTOCK & SALES Fairhaven, MA May 30, 2012 Cows: Canners 25-82.50; Cutters 81.50-86; Util 86.50122.

Bulls: 91-112.50 Steers: Ch 114.50-120; Sel 103-115.

Heifers: Ch 120; Sel 113114.50; Hols. 91.

Calves: 47-151 ea.

Feeders: 90-300 Sheep: 87-150 Lambs: 175 Goats: 76-231 ea.; Kids 45118 ea.

Hogs: 48-48.50 Feeder Pigs: 31-45 ea.

Chickens: 2-10 Rabbits: 1.50-21 Ducks: 4-23 * Sale every Wed. @ 7 pm.

FLAME LIVESTOCK Littleton, MA May 29, 2012 Beef Cattle: Canners 60-80; Cutters 75-85; Util 78-90; Bulls 90-105; Steers 90-115; Hfrs. 80-95.

Calves: Growers No. 1 1.502.10; No. 2 1.50-2.20; Hfrs.

1.50-2.10; Veal .80-1.10; Other 75-100.

Hogs: Sows 35-40; Roasters 100-130.

Sheep: .50-1.10; Lambs 1.70-2.20.

Goats: 80-140 ea; Billies 150-250 ea; Kids 20-75 ea.

NORTHAMPTON COOPERATIVE AUCTION, INC Whately, MA May 29, 2012, 2012

Calves (/cwt): 0-60# 25-52; 61-75# 30-90; 76-95# 58-81; 96-105# 66-85; 106# & up 75.

Farm Calves: 100-215/cwt Start Calves: 87-104/cwt Feeders: 73-115/cwt Heifers: 70/cwt Bulls: 109-110/cwt Canners: 25-75/cwt Cutters: 76-84/cwt Utility: 84.50-95.50/cwt Sows: 40.50-46.50/cwt Hogs: 32.50/cwt Boars: 19.50-20/cwt Feeder Pigs: 59-70 ea.

Lambs: 125-205/cwt Sheep: 50-105/cwt Goats: 23-280 ea.

Rabbits: 1-17 ea.

Poultry: 2-20 ea.

Hay: 10 lots, 1-2.70/bale northamptonlivestockauction.homestead.com HACKETTSTOWN AUCTION Hackettstown, NJ May 29, 2012 Livestock Report: 37 Calves .10-2, Avg 1.15; 24 Cows 75.5-96.5, Avg .88; 3 Easy Cows .33-.49.5, Avg .39; 11 Feeders 300-600# .85-1.40, Avg 1.10; 9 Heifers .5491.05, Avg .90; 7 Bulls .84-1.09, Avg 1; 2 Steers .81.5-1.17, Avg 1.03; 2 Hogs .65-.80, Avg .73; 16 Sheep .40-1.60, Avg 1; 5 Lambs (ea) 23-104, Avg 63.50, (/#) 2-2.48, Avg 2.20; 26 Goats (ea) 60-165, Avg 112.50; 12 Kids (ea) 37-68, Avg 52.50.

Poultry & Egg Report: Hvy. Fowl (ea) 2.75-7, (/#) 1.05; Pullets 3.75; Geese 7.50; Bantams 1.75; Roosters 5.25-9.50; Bunnies 1.753.50; Ducks 4-8; Rabbits 1.05-1.65; Pigeons 1.50-3.

Grade A Eggs: White Jum XL 1.05-1.15; L .75; Brown Jum XL .80-1.25; L .70-1.15; M .70-1.15.

Hay, Straw & Grass: 1 Alfalfa 4.80; 7 Mixed 2.80*-3.40; 2 Timothy 4.30; 9 Grass 1.754.60; 1 Mulch .75; 1 Cedar Posts 80; 1 10x10 Dog Pen 125.

Eggs: Goose .50; Green 1; Bantam .40; Duck 1.50; Guinea Hens 7.

CAMBRIDGE VALLEY LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Cambridge, NY No report EMPIRE LIVESTOCK MARKET BURTON LIVESTOCK Vernon, NY May 24, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 70-175; Grower bull over 92# 100-250; 8092# 80-220; Bob Veal 10-90.

Cull Cows: Gd 73-95; Lean 45-85; Hvy. Beef 74-104.

Dairy Replacements: Fresh Cows 750-1500; Springing cows 800-1450; Springing

Hfrs. 900-1500; Bred Hfrs.

750-1250; Fresh Hfrs. 9501500; Open Hfrs. 450-900; Started Hfrs. 150-400; Service Bulls 600-1000.

Beef: Feeders 60-120; Hols.

Sel 88-105.

Lamb/Sheep: Market 100200; Slaughter Sheep 25-55.

Goats: Billies 80-175; Nannies 70-120; Kids 10-70.

CENTRAL BRIDGE LIVESTOCK Central Bridge, NY No report

Gouverneur

Canandaigua Pavilion Penn Yan Dryden Cherry Creek

Bath

Vernon New Berlin

Cambridge

Central Bridge Chatham

CHATHAM MARKET Chatham, NY No report *No Sale May 28 - June 1.

CHERRY CREEK Cherry Creek, NY May 25, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 160-220; Grower Bulls over 92# 170240; 80-92# 150-240; Bob Ve3al 30-80.

Cull Cows: Gd 78-89; Lean 68-84; Hvy. Beef 85-104.

Dairy Replacements: Fresh Cows 860-1325; Handling Hfrs. 980-1200; Springing Hfrs. 1080-1210.

Beef: Feeders 95; Ch 112148; Sel 105-122; Hols. Ch 105-109; Sel 110.

Lambs: Feeder 160-190; Slaughter Sheep 65-102.

DRYDEN MARKET Dryden, NY May 21, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 80-140; Grower Bull over 92# 200-255; 8092# 150-230; Bob Veal 1060.

Cull Cows: Gd 83-93; Lean 65-82; Hvy. Beef 91-100.

Beef: Feeders 120-150; Hols. Ch 96-106; Sel 101.

Lamb/Sheep: Market 170200; Slaughter Sheep 50-80.

Goats: Billies 100-150; Nannies 70-120; Kids 35-45.

GOUVERNEUR LIVESTOCK Governeur, NY May 17, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 80-147.50; Grower Bulls over 92# 180282.50; 80-92# 150-242.50; Bob Veal 30-80.

Cull Cows: Gd 86-95.50; Lean 70-89; Hvy. Beef Bulls 90-102.

Beef: Feeders 90-125; Hols.

Ch 89-109.

Swine: Sow 42-54.

PAVILION MARKET Pavilion, NY May 21, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 220; Grower Bulls over 92# 222-240; 8092# 185-230; Bob Veal 3070.

Cull Cows: Gd 80-94; Lean 75-88.50; Hvy. Beef Bulls 9098.

Beef: Ch 110-113; Hols. Ch 94.50-106.

Goats: Nannies 107.50.

BATH MARKET Bath, NY May 24, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. 70-180; Grower Bulls over 92# 200-255; 80-92# 170-230; Bob Veal 10-80.

Cull Cows: Gd 84-96; Lean 70-83; Hvy. Beef Bulls 102106.

Beef: Feeders 110-133; Sel 114; Hols. Sel 96-109.

Lamb/Sheep: Slaughter Sheep 45-60.

Goats: Billies 100; Nannies 90-110; Kids 40-50.

Hog: Hog 50-53; Sow 38-44; Boar 10-25; Feeder Pig/hd 60-70.

FINGER LAKES LIVESTOCK AUCTION Penn Yan, NY May 23, 2012 Dairy Cows for Slaughter: Bone Util 78-94; Canners/Cutters 50-82.

Dairy Bulls for Slaughter: HY Util 94-103.50.

Dairy Replacements (/hd): Open 710-990.

Slaughter Calves: Bobs 95110# 55-67.50; 80-95# 4565; 60-80# 35-62.50; Vealers (grassers) 250# & up 71-108.

Dairy Calves Ret. to Feed: bull over 95# 125-227.50; 8095# 100-242.50; 70-80# 75220; Hfr. Calves 150-190.

Beef Calves Ret. to Feed: bull over 95# 100-217.50.

Beef Steers: Ch grain fed 114-123.50; Sel 104-109; Hols. Ch grain fed 100-107; Sel 93.50-97.

Hogs: Slgh. Hogs US 1-3 46-50; Sows US 1-3 45; Feeder Pigs US 1-3 9-40.

Feeder Lambs: Ch 50-80# 190-212.50.

Market Lambs: Ch 80-100# 125-145.

Slaughter Sheep: M 44-68 Goats: Nannies L 45-90.

FINGER LAKES PRODUCE AUCTION Penn Yan, NY No report Produce Mon., Wed. & Fri. at 9 am sharp, Hay Auctions Fridays@ 11:15.

FINGER LAKES FEEDER SALE Penn Yan, NY May 30, 2012 Dairy Cow for Slaughter: Bone Util 66-90; Canners/Cutters 46-82.

Slaughter Calves: Bobs 95110# 50-70; 80-95# 4567.50; 60-80# 40-65.

Dairy Calves Ret. to Feed: Bull over 95# 150-225; 8095# 125-200; 70-80# 75190; Hfrs. 100-205.

Beef Steers: Ch grain fed 112-123.50; Sel 102-108; Hols. Sel 87.50-96.

Hogs: Slgh. US 1-3 57-78; Sows US 1-3 39-45; Boars US 1-3 10.

Feeder Lambs: Ch 50-80# 157.50-190.

Slaughter Sheep: M 50-63.

FINGER LAKES HAY AUCTION Penn Yan, NY No report * Hay Tuesdays & Fridays @ 11:15 am. Produce Friday @ 9 am sharp!

HOSKING SALES New Berlin, NY May 28, 2012 Cattle: Dairy Cows for Slaughter Bone Util .70-.89; Canners/Cutters .58-.70; Easy Cows .60 & dn.

Bulls: Bulls & Steers .721.09.

Feeders: Hfrs. 1.08-1.42; Bulls 1.08-1.85.

Calves: Bull Calves 96-120# 1.50-2.60; up to 95# .10-2; Hols. under 100# 2.

BELKNAP LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belknap, PA

No report BELLEVILLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belleville, PA May 23, 2012 Slaughter Heifers: Ch 2-3 Hols. 1324-1404# 97-99; Sel 1-3 1472# 103.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 93; Breakers 75-80% lean 8991, lo dress 82.50; Boners 80-85% lean 84-88, hi dress 89.50-90.50, lo dress 81.50, very lo dress 75.50; Lean 8590% lean 77.50-83.50, hi dress 84-87, lo dress 72-78;, very lo dress 66-68.50; Light Lean 85-92% lean 74, lo dress 65-68, very lo dress 51-59.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 12381908# 97.50-106.50.

Feeder Cattle: Steers Hols.

L 3 296-398# 99-117; 812# 94.

Holstsein Bull Calves: No. 1 94-116# 175-217; 84-88# 195-230; No. 2 94-118# 155180; 80-90# 150-175; No. 3 74-112# 110-155; Util 62-98# 42-95.

Holstein Heifer Calves: No. 1 85-110# 220-290/hd; No. 2 75-100# 135-165/hd.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 45-50% lean 240-250# 105-110; Sows US 1-3 340350# 145-165/hd.

Feeder Pigs: US 1-3 30-45# 28-60; Roasting Pigs 130200# 32-90 Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 44-66# 155-195; 7288# 177.50-205; Ewes Gd 23 154-178# 80-100; 236# 50.

Slaughter Goats (/hd): Kids Sel 1 50-65# 85-110; 90# 170; Sel 2 under 20# 25; 3040# 30-55; 45-70# 57-105; Nannies Sel 1 100-130# 130140; Sel 2 90-150# 70-120; Billies Sel 1 150# 160.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC

June 4, 2012 • COUNTRY FOLKS New England • Section A - Page 29

MIDDLESEX LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middlefield, CT May 28, 2012 Calves: 45-60# .42-.62; 6175# 1.25-1.40; 76-90# 1.701.75; 91-105# 1.80-1.85; 106# & up 1.90-1.95.

Farm Calves: 2-2.15 Started Calves: .65-.70 Veal Calves: .95-1.3750 Open Heifers: 1.19-1.2250 Beef Heifers: .83-.89 Feeder Steers: .80-1.05 Beef Steers: .84-1.13 Stock Bull: 1-1.30 Beef Bull: .94-1.30 Sows: 35-39 Feeder Pigs (ea): 65-75 Sheep (ea): 100-125 Lambs (ea): 110-230 Goats (ea): 40-220; Kids 1045.

Canners: up tp 81.50 Cutters: .82-.85 Utility: .86-.91 Rabbits: 4-17 Chickens: 3-41 Ducks: 4-16 On the Hoof, Dollars/Cwt

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WEEKLY MARKET REPORT Carlisle, PA May 29, 2012 Slaughter Cattle: Steers Ch 1275-1400# 115-117.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 1390-1490# 109.50-112.50; Sel & Ch 1435-1705# 101.50107.50;1 Hfr 1325# 113; 1 Hols. 1660# 104.50.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 88-92.50; Boners 85-92; Lean 88-92.50; Big Middle/lo dress/lights 78-86.50; Shelly 76-87; Shelly 75 & dn.

Bulls: 1358-1815# 96.50107.50.

Feeder Cattle: Steers dairy types/Hols. 335-670# 84.50108; Feeder Hfrs. 430# 94.

Calves Ret. to Farm: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 80-105# 200-232; No. 2 80-120# 190-220; No. 3 80-150# 115-195; Util 60130# 45-95; Hols. Hfr. 1 90# 230.

Swine: Hogs 255-295# 5963.25; Gilts 325-350# 55-60; 355-395# 45-56; 400-485# 43-49; 490-530# 51-5.50; Barrows 300-345# 53-61; 350-395# 40-52; 400-585# 39.50-43; Boars 1630# 25.50..

Goats (/hd): M&L Nannies/Billies 110-225; Small/Thin/Bottle 15-90.

Lambs: Gd & Ch 30-40# 175-177; 55-65# 165-174; 70-100# 167-187.

Sheep (all wts): 85-95 Sale every Tuesday * 5 pm for Rabbits, Poultry & Eggs * 6 pm for Livestock starting with calves. * Special Fed Cattle Sales June 5 & 19. * State Graded Feeder Pig Sale June 22. *No Sasle Tues., July 3.

Receiving 7:30 until 10 am.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Carlisle, PA May 29, 2012 Rabbit Family: 17-25 Rabbits: 16.50 Bunnies: 3-13 Hens: 2-5 Roosters: 3-10.50 Pullets: 1.50-3.75 Peeps: .50-3 Turkeys: 8-10 Turkey Keets: 3.75-4.25 Turkey Pullets: 3.25-5.50 Ducklings: 1-2 Ducks: 6-6.50 Roller Pigeons: 4-6 Guinea Pigs: 2-3.50 Hamster: .50 Mice: .50-1 Quail: 6 Eggs (/dz): XL Brown 1.451.50; XL White 1; L White .85; Sm. Banty .10; Fertile Mixed Color & Sizes .951.30; Fertile Guinea 2; Fertile L Green 1.50. So,ld Single: Fertile Pheasant .80.

All animals sold by the piece.

Sale starts at 5 pm.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK

Pennsylvania Markets Mercer

Jersey Shore

New Wilmington

Dewart Leesport Belleville Homer City

New Holland Carlisle Lancaster Paradise

Eighty-Four MARKET, INC State Graded Feeder Pig Sale Carlisle, PA No report Receiving 7:30 - 10 am. Sale time 1 pm.

DEWART LIVESTOCK AUCTION MARKET, INC May 28, 2012 Holstein Steers: 11801308# up to 102.

Slaughter Cows: Boners 81-88; Lean 75-81; Light Lean 60-74.

Bulls: 974-1838# 94-102 Feeder Steers: 380-610# Linebacks 120-140; 494556# 124-137; 604-685# 108-117.

Feeder Heifers: 444-546# 108-127.

Calves: 148. Bull Calves No. 1 95-115# 220-250; 80-90# 235-255; No. 2 95-115# 180210; 80-90# 175-215; Hfrs.

No. 1 88-104# 185-245; No. 2 85-100# 145-185.

Hogs: 150-238# 53-62.

Boars: 222# 41.

Lambs: 82-100# 155-170.

Goats (/hd): Kids 40-70; Nannies 100-165.

EarCorn: 1 ld, 270/ton.

Hay (/ton): 4 lds, Grass 170; Mixed 150; Timothy/Grass 170-290.

EIGHTY FOUR LIVESTOCK AUCTION New Holland, PA May 21, 2012 Slaughter Cattle: Steers Ch 2-3 1120-1240# 111-116; Sel 1-2 1090-1385# 102-109; Hfrs. Ch 2-3 1400# 118.50; Sel 1205-1465# 109.50-113.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 99-106; Breakers 75-80% lean 94.50-98.50; Boners 80-85% lean 86.50-92, hi dress 94.50, lo dress 85; Lean 8590% lean 77-83, hi dress 8486, lo dress 72-76.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 12051660# 104-117; YG 2 12801680# 92-99.

Feeder Steers: M&L 1 300500# 185; 500-600# 146; 800-900# 138; M&L 2 800-

900# 115.

Feeder Heifers: M&L 1 300500# 150-162.50, one at 177.50; 600-700# 139; 700900# 107-118; M&L 2 400500# 120; 600-700# 115.

Feeder Bulls: M&L 1 500600# 150; 700-800# 117.50119.

Ret. to Farm Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 85-120# 240265; No. 2 80-120# 180-230; No. 3 80-120# 120-170; Util 70-120# 65-100; Beef type 100-255# 182.50-215.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 45-50% lean 265-290# 56-59; Boars 380# 15.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 40# 175; 60-80# 142.50-170; 80# 163; 100# 161; Ewes Gd 1-2 155-230# 58-68.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 50# 107.50; Sel 2 30-40# 2037.50; Billies Sel 1 130# 112.50/cwt; Sel 2 95# 102.50.

GREENCASTLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Greencastle, PA May 21, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1362-1582# 123.50127.50; Ch 2-3 1244-1510# 118-123.50; full/YG 4-5 115.50; 1602-1682# 115119; Sel 1-3 1152-1412# 114-117; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 23 1348-1550# 106.50109.50; Ch 2-3 1244-1594# 101.50-106.50; 1782# 101; Sel 1-3 1070-1326# 95100.50.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1142-1350# 118-123; Ch 2-3 1106-1398# 114117.50; Sel 1-3 1128# 113.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 98; Breakers 75-80% lean 90.7595.50, hi dress 97.50, lo dress 85.50-91.25; Boners 80-85% lean 86.50-91, hi dress 90.25-93.50, lo dress 81.75-86, very lo dress 7377.50; Lean 85-90% lean 81.50-87.50, hi dress 87.5091.50, lo dress 76-81, very lo dress 68.50-75; Light Lean 85-92% lean 78-81.50, lo

dress 72-76, very lo dress 62-70.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 10601996# 98-110; hi dress 11250, very hi dress 140,2148-2150# 98-104; YG 2 1086# 90.

Feeder Cattle: Steers M&L 1 525# 151; 786-860# 110125; M&L 2 640-660# 106112.50; Hols. L 3 255# 102.50; 490# 113; 895# 108; Hfrs. M&L 1 430-480# 140155; 508-605# 137.50-155; M&L 2 407# 140; 735# 100; Bulls M&L 1 430-460# 157.50-187.50; 540-580# 132-145; Hols. Bulls L 3 354# 117; 856# 99.

Ret. to Farm Hols. Bull Calves: No. 1 Hols. 94-122# 227.50-242.50; 82-92# 230247.50; No. 2 94-122# 190227.50; 76-92# 195-235; No. 3 70-120# 110-195; Util 56108# 40-115; Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 98# 230; No. 2 70-88# 100170.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 49-68# 180-210; 70109# 180-230; 112-122# 170-227.50; Yearlings 91# 157.50; Ewes Gd 2-3 134164# 67.50-70, 214-267# 6062.50; Rams 156# 90.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 50-75# 115-155; Sel 2 under 20# 12.50-35; 20-40# 32.5067.50; 45-55# 77-110; Nannies Sel 1 120-160# 137.50165.50; Sel 2 90-130# 115140; Sel 3 90-130# 70-75; Billies Sel 1 130# 200; Wethers Sel 1 160# 215; Sel 2 170# 180.

INDIANA FARMERS LIVESTOCK AUCTION Homer City, PA May 24, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1292-1452# 121.50123.50; Ch 2-3 1275-1480# 118.50-120; Hols. Sel 1-2 1666-1672# 195.50.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1366# 122.50; Sel 1-2 1314-1512# 110-117.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 91-97, lo dress 90.50; Boners 80-85% lean 86-89.50, hi dress 90.50-91,

lo dress 80.50-81; Lean 8590% lean 78-83, lo dress 74.50-76.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1660# 99.50; YG 2 984# 86.

Feeder Cattle: Bulls M&L 1 400-500# 135-140; M&L 2 400-500# 122.50; M&L 3 500-700# 87.50-90.

Ret. to Farm Calves: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 85-120# 220-250; No. 2 80-120# 195-220; No. 3 80-120# 120-170; Util 70120# 50-85; Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 80-86# 175-200.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 45-50% lean 236-284# 64.50-67; 40-45% lean 224300# 60-64.50.

Lambs: Ch 2-3 45-50# 140145.

Goats: Kids Sel 1 60# 115130; Sel 2 50-60# 75-95; Nannies Sel 2 90# 115.

KUTZTOWN HAY & GRAIN AUCTION Kutztown, PA May 26, 2012 Alfalfa: 2 lds, 150-225 Mixed Hay: 7 lds, 85-16 Timothy: 2 lds, 200 Grass: 12 lds, 150-220 Straw: 8 lds, 165-200 LANCASTER WEEKLY CATTLE SUMMARY New Holland, PA May 25, 2011 Slaughter Cattle: Steers Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1240-1590# 120-124; Ch 2-3 1150-1495# 111.50-116; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1330-1670# 105-108.50; Ch 2-3 1175-1660# 102-106; Hfrs. Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 11551440# 1147-121.50; Ch 2-3 1130-1475# 113-118; Sel 2-3 1030-1155# 110-115.

Slaughter Cows: Prem Whites 65-75% lean 91-97, hi dress 97.50-99, lo dress 86.50-91; Breakers 75-80% lean 88.50-94.50, hi dress 94.50-95.50, lo dress 83.5088; Boners 80-85% lean 8488, hi dress 89-93.50, lo dress 77-83; Lean 85-90% lean 76.50-83, hi dress 83889, lo dress 69-76.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 9402395# 99-107, hi dress 108119.50, lo dress 92-99.

Graded Bull Calves: Thurs.

No. 1 114-128# 180-185; 94112# 199-214; 86-92# 228245; No. 2 112-118# 162170; 102-110# 192-207; 9410# 210-212; 80-92# 217226; No. 3 80-130# 190-210; 72-78# 170; Util 60-110# 1545; Hols. Hfrs. No. 1 88-130# 170-230; No. 2 70-125# 1101560.

LEBANON VALLEY LIVESTOCK AUCTION Fredericksburg, PA No report LEESPORT LIVESTOCK AUCTION Leesport, PA May 25, 2012

Slaughter Cattle: Steers Ch 2-3 1210-1250# 115-118.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 14751585# 104-106; Ch 2-3 1420-1535# 98-103.50; Sel 1-3 1055-1475# 96-98; Hfrs.

Ch 2-3 1085-1265# 113-118.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 88-94; Boners 80-85% lean 86-91, hi dress 91.50-95; Lean 85-90% lean 81.50-84.50, hi dress 86.5091, lo dress 73-76.50.

Bulls: YG 1 1045-1585# 101-108.

Feeder Cattle: Steers M&L 2 300-500# 102.50; pkg 800# 97.

Ret. to Farm Calves: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 95-120# 220-245; 80-90# 220-245; No. 2 85125# 205-227.50; No. 3 80120# 120-205; Util 70-110# 25-85; Hols. Hfrs. No. 2 8095# 85-165.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 20-40# 210-235; Ch 2-3 20-40# 190-210; 4060# 197-205; 60-80# 182197; Ewes 160-225# 65-80.

Goats: Kids Sel 1 20-40# 72.50-80; 40-60# 97-102; Sel 2 20-40# 52.50-65; Sel 3 2040# 8-25; Nannies Sel 1 80130# 140-175; Sel 3 80-130# 110-140; Billies Sel 2 50100# 111-139.

MIDDLEBURG LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middleburg, PA May 22, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1320-1525# 123124.50; Ch 2-3 1190-1470# 118-122; full/YG 4-5 115118.50; Sel 1-3 1035-1475# 113-116.50; full 107.50-112; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 12901555# 105.50-109.50; Ch 23 1220-1600# 100-105.50; Sel 1-3 1150-1465# 95-98.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1220-1465# 120123.50; Ch 2-3 1080-1365# 116-120.50.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 93.5096; Breakers 75-80% lean 84.50-89.50, hi dress 8993.50, lo dress 82-84; Boners 80-85% lean 80-85, hi dress 85.50-88.50, lo dress 74-79; Lean 85-90% lean 7681, hi dress 83-86, lo dress 70.50-74, very lo dress 60.50-69.50; Light Lean 8592% lean 74-78, lo dress 68.50-71, very lo dress 5557.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 12901625# 102-107.50; hi dress 110-117; lo dress 19952120# 92.50-98.

Feeder Cattle: Steers M&L 1 300-400# 170-185; M&L 2 300-500# 130-147; 500-600# 142; L 3 Hols. 200-300# 95107; 300-500# 112-115; 600-800# 84-91; Hfrs. M&L 1 300-500# 145-149; M&L 2 300-400# 125-139; 500-600# 120-125; 600-800# 107-113; Bulls M&L 1 300-500# 157-

WEEKLY MARKET REPORT

MORRISON’S COVE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Martinsburg, PA May 28, 2012 Steers: Ch 110-118; Gd 100109.

Heifers: Ch 108-118; Gd 100-107.

Cows: Util & Comm. 85-95; Canner/lo Cutter 82 & dn.

Bullocks: Gd & Ch 95-102 Bulls: YG 1 82-95 Cattle: Steers 85-141; Bulls 75-125; Hfrs. 90-128.

Calves: Ch 125-152; Gd 80100; Std 15-90; Hols. Bulls 90-130# 150-240; Hols. Hfrs.

90-130# 100-180.

Hogs: US 1-2 60-62; US 1-3 55-59; Sows US 1-3 30-48; Boars 22-40.

Feeder Pigs: US 1-3 20-50# 35-75.

Sheep: 42. Lambs Ch 150179; Gd 140-150; Sl. Ewes 45-75.

Goats: 25-185 MORRISON’S COVE HAY REPORT Martinsburg, PA May 28, 2012 Alfalfa: 205-280 Timothy: 90-105 Mixed Hay: 180-195 Hay Auction held every Monday at 12:30 pm.

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LIVESTOCK, POULTRY & RABBIT REPORT Martinsburg, PA May 28, 2012 Roosters: 3.25-5 Hens: 2-8 Banties: 1.25-2.75 Pigeons: 2 Ducks: 8 Bunnies: 3-5 Rabbits: 6-10 Auction held every Monday at 7 pm.

NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLES New Holland, PA May 24, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1300-1590# 119-124; 1600-1725# 116-118; Ch 23 1150-1495# 116-119.50; Sel 1-3 1160-1480# 113116; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1385-1655# 105-108; Ch 23 1235-1660# 104-106; Sel 2-3 1265-1580# 99.50-102.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1190-1425# 117-120; Ch 2-3 1130-1230# 113-116.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-75% lean 88-94.50, hi dress 95-98; Breakers 7580% lean 85.50-91, hi dress 92-95, lo dress 79-81.50; Boners 80-85% lean 8287.50, hi dress 88-93, lo dress 77-81.50; Lean 8890% lean 77-82.50, hi dress 83.50-89, lo dress 70-76.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 10602395# 99-107, hi dress 110119.50, lo dress 95-98.

Graded Bull Calves: No. 1 114-128# 180-185; 94-112# 199-214; 86-92# 228-245; No. 2 112-128# 162-170; 102-110# 192-207; 94-100# 210-212; 80-92# 217-226; No. 3 80-130# 190-210; 7878# 170; Util 60-110# 15-45.

Holstein Heifer Calves: No. 1 85-130# 170-230; No. 2 70125# 110-160.

NEW HOLLAND PIG AUCTION New Holland, PA No report NEW HOLLAND SHEEP & GOATS AUCTION New Holland, PA May 28, 2012 Slaughter Lambs: Non-Traditional, Wooled, Shorn Ch & Pr 2-3 40-60# 202-222; 6080# 192-214; 80-90# 197208; 90-110# 191-215; 110130# 172-190; 150-200# 135-152; Wooled & Shorn Ch 2-3 40-60# 177-210; 60-80# 170-188; 80-90# 172-186; 90-110# 168-188; 150-200# 128.

Slaughter Ewes: Gd 2-3 M flesh 100-150# 84-100; 150200# 70-82; 200-300# 52-68; Util 1-2 thin flesh 100-150# 58-70; 150-200# 60-68.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 30-40# 102-112; 40-60# 1281560; 60-80# 152-196; 90100# 170-182; 100-120#

184-202; Sel 2 20-40# 78102; 40-60# 122-147; 60-80# 144-178; 90-110# 160-172; Sel 3 30-40# 58-70; 40-60# 98-110; 60-80# 108-150; Nannies/Does Sel 1 80-130# 160-178; 130-180# 185-197; Sel 2 80-130# 138-157; 130180# 156-168; Sel 3 50-80# 80-112; 80-130# 112-136; Wethers Sel 2 90-110# 185202; 100-130# 222-246; Sel 3 100-110# 195-202; Bucks/Billies Sel 1 100-150# 245-257; 150-250# 268-300; Sel 2 100-150# 175-207; 150-250# 200-247; Sel 3 100-150# 166-185.

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 .05-.10 lower, wheat sold .05-.20 lower, barley sold .30-.40 lower, Oats sold .05 to .10 lower & Soybeans sold .10-.15 lower. EarCorn sold 1-2 lower. All prices /bu. except ear corn is /ton.

Southeastern PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.64-6.95, Avg 6.79, Contracts 5.19-5.25; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.906.53, Avg 6.18, Contracts 5.88-6.34; Barley No. 3 Range 4.50-5.50, Avg 5, Contracts 4.50; Oats No. 2 Range 4.50-4.80, Avg 4.65; Soybeans No 2 Range 14.03-14.43, Avg 14.24, Contracts 12.95-13; EarCorn 200.

Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.64-6.95, Avg 6.77; Wheat No. 2 6.03; Barley No. 3 Range 5; Oats No. 2 3.50-5, Avg 4.16; Soybeans No. 2 Range 12.95-14.22, Avg 13.58; EarCorn Range 195-220, Avg 207.50.

South Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.70-6.75, Avg 6.73; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.15-6.10, Avg 5.62; Barley No. 3 Range 4.15-5.10, Avg 4.62; Oats No. 2 Range 3.75-4, Avg3.87; Soybeans No. 2 Range 13.55-14.08, Avg 13.81; EarCorn 190.

Lehigh Valley Area: Corn No. 2 Range 6.55-6.88, Avg 6.72; Wheat No. 2 Range 6.90; Oats No. 2 Range 4.70; Soybeans No. 2 Range 13.90-14.34, Avg 14.08; Gr. Sorghum 5.92.

Eastern & Central PA: Corn No. 2 Range 6.55-6.95, Avg 6.76, Month Ago 7.10, Year Ago 7.77; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.15-6.90, Avg 6.11, Month Ago 6.38, Year Ago 7.79; Barley No. 3 Range

4.15-5.50, Avg 4.85, Month Ago 5.07, Year Ago 5.54; Oats No. 2 Range 3.50-5, Avg 4.28, Month Ago 4.40, Year Ago 4.11; Soybeans No. 2 Range 12.95-14.43, Avg 13.88, Month Ago 13.40, Year Ago 13.44; EarCorn Range 190-220; Avg 200, Month Ago 201.60, Year Ago 181.66.

Western PA: Corn No. 2 Range 5.90-6.50, Avg 6.19; Wheat No. 2 Range 5.75; Oats No. 2 3.80-5.30, Avg 4.33; Soybeans No. 2 14.33.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Weekly Livestock Summary May 25, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 120-124; Ch 1-3 1151212; Sel 1-2 111-116.50; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 105109.50; Ch 2-3 100-104; Sel 1-2 95-100.50.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 117-123; Ch 1-3 113116; Sel 1-2 109.50-113.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 86-94; Boners 80-85% lean 82-88; Lean 8590% lean 76-83.

Slaughter Bulls: hi dress 110.50-119.50; Avg dress 99-107; lo dress 90-99.

Feeder Steers: M&L 1 300500# 162-185; 500-700# 145-160; M&L 2 300-500# 140-162; 500-700# 132-137.

Feeder Heifers: M&L 1 300500# 130-155; 500-700# 131-155; M&L 2 300-500# 120-140; 500-700# 120-132.

Feeder Bulls: M&L 1 300500# 157-187.50; 500-700# 145-177; M&L 2 300-500# 127-140; 500-700# 130-135.

Vealers: Util 60-120# 30-95.

Farm Calves: No. 1 Hols. bulls 95-120# 220-260; 8090# 230-260; No. 2 95-120# 190-230; 80-90# 200-235; No. 3 80-120# 140-210; No. 1 Hols. Hfrs. 84-105# 195-245; No. 2 80-105# 100-205.

Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 4954% lean 220-270# 61-65; 45-50% lean 220-270# 5658.

Sows: US 1-3 300-500# 4448; 500-700# 49-52.

Graded Feeder Pigs: US 12 20-25# 210-230; 25-30# 145-180; 30-40# 130-140; 40-50# 120-140; 50-60# 110140; 60-70# 140; US 2 2030# 170-200; 30-40# 130165; 50-60# 115-125.

Slaughter Sheep Lambs Ch & Pr 2-3 40-60# 178-212; 6080# 160-194; 80-110# 170190; Ch 1-3 40-60# 154-180; 60-80# 160-172; 80-110# 149-170; Ewes Gd 2-3 120160# 75-90; 160-200# 68-82; Util 1-2 120-160# 72-82.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 20-40# 104-120; 40-60# 122150; 60-80# 144-169; 80100# 172-210; Sel 2 20-40# 85-105; 40-60# 90-131; 60-

80# 124-155; 80-100# 145170; Sel 3 20-40# 40-71; 4060# 74-100; 60-80# 100-118; Nannies Sel 1 80-130# 166181; 130-180# 177-189; Sel 2 50-80# 125-140; 80-130# 135-155; 130-180# 156-172; Sel 3 50-80# 91-104; 80130# 112-127; Billies Sel 1 100-150# 210-234; 150-250# 236-256; Sel 2 100-150# 200-226; 150-250# 230-255.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Hay Market Summary Hay & Straw Market For Eastern PA: All hay prices paid by dealers at the farm and/ton. All hay and straw reported sold/ton. Compared to last week hay sold steady to 40 lower & straw sold steady. Alfalfa 140-250; Mixed Hay 130-220; Timothy 130-295; Straw 100-190; Mulch 60-120.

Summary of Lancaster Co. Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 151 lds, 37 Straw; Alfalfa 150-345; Mixed Hay 135400; Timothy 190-330; Grass 147-370; Straw 135-215.

Diffenbach Auct, April 36, 63 lds Hay, 15 lds Straw.

Alfalfa 150-315; Mixed Hay 135-400; Timothy 195-300; Grass 147-370; Straw 135215.

Green Dragon, Ephrata: May 4, 37 lds Hay, 9 Straw.

Alfalfa 180-345; Mixed Hay 185-340; Timothy 217-330; Grass Hay 170-310; Straw 160-200.

Weaverland Auct, New Holland: April 26, 22 lds Hay, 6 Straw. Alfalfa 210-270; Mixed Hay 140-285; Timothy 305; Grass 210-310; Straw 160205.

Wolgemuth Auction: Leola, PA: May 2, 29 lds Hay, 7 Straw. Alfalfa 315; Mixed Hay 165-335; Timothy 190-295; Grass 195-295; Straw 140185.

Summary of Central PA Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 142 Loads Hay, 18 Straw.

Alfalfa 180-300; Mixed Hay 75-360; Timothy 140-275; Grass 70-360; Straw 97.50230.

Belleville Auct, Belleville: May 2, 27 lds Hay, 0 lds Straw. Mixed 100-320.

Dewart Auction, Dewart: April 30, 20 lds Hay, 1 Straw.

Mixed Hay 120-360; Straw 205.

Greencastle Livestock: April 30 & May 3, 7 lds Hay, 2 Straw. Alfalfa 250-270; Mixed

Hay 155; Timothy 140; Grass 200-275; Straw 97.50-100.

Kutztown Auction, Kutztown: May 5, 29 lds Hay, 5 Straw. Alfalfa 210-300; Mixed Hay 205-270; Timothy 205-240; Grass Hay 165360; Straw 165-230.

Middleburg Auct, Middleburg: May 1, 26 lds Hay, 2 Straw. Alfalfa 240-275; Mixed Hay 75-290; Timothy 180215; Grass 180-230; Straw 100-220.

Leinbach’s Mkt, Shippensburg: April 28 & May 1, 33 lds Hay, 8 Straw. Alfalfa 115245; Mixed Hay 88-280; Timothy 185-275; Grass 70-160; Straw 147.50-192.50.

New Wilmington Livestock, New Wilmington: May 4, 3 lds Hay, 0 Straw. Alfalfa 190; Timothy 195; Grass 230.

VINTAGE SALES STABLES May 22, 2012 Slaughter Cows: Prem.

Whites 65-75% lean 92.5097, hi dress 97.50-99, lo dress 86.50-91.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 88.50-93, hi dress 93-95.50, lo dress 8487.50; Boners 80-85% lean 84-88, hi dress 89-93.50, lo dress 79.50-83; Lean 8890% lean 76.50-82.50, hi dress 83-85, lo dress 69-75.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 10302190# 96-101.50, hi dress 106-111, lo dress 94-95.

Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 112-122# 180-192; 103# 200-219; 90-95# 233-242; No. 2 113# 200-207; 90-103# 212-230; pkg 84# 247; pkg 73# 180; No. 3 94-109# 212222; pkg 83# 237; pkg 74# 117; Util 83-115# 40-50.

Graded Holstein Heifers: No. 1 pkg 115# 220; 95-102# 240-245; pkg 83# 200; No. 2 93-108# 212-220; pkg 83# 175; pkg 75# 110; non-tubing 73-93# 50-80.

WEAVERLAND AUCTION New Holland, PA May 24, 2012 Alfalfa: 2 lds 175-200 Timothy Hay: 2 lds, 165290 Orchard Grass: 2 lds, 140250 Mixed Hay: 16 lds, 100-300 Grass: 3 lds, 125-160 Straw: 7 lds, 125-195 EarCorn: 1 ld, 220 WOLGEMUTH AUCTION Leola, PA No report

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160, few to 175; 600-800# 120-125; M&L 2 200-300# 132-140; Hols. Bulls L 3 200300# 102-110; 400-600# 8292.

Ret. to Farm Calves: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 95-120# 225-237; 75-90# 220-240; No. 2 95115# 190-225; 70-90# 195215; No. 3 70-100# 130-200; Util 60-95# 20-90; Hols. Hfrs.

No. 1 80-120# 200-205; No. 2 75-95# 100-17.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 49-54% lean 230-280# 64-66; 45-50% lean 230280# 63-65; 40-45% lean 235-300# 55-61; Sows US 13 300-450# 36-42; Boars 415-550# 2-23; Jr. Boars 275-350# 45-53.

Feeder Pigs: US 1-3 10-20# 42-47; 20-30# 50-57; 30-40# 65-67; Roasting Pigs 110205# 761-70/cwt.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 30-60# 190-225; Ch 2-3 20-40# 150-160; 4060# 150-165, few to 182; 6080# 155-162; 80-100# 147150; Ewes Gd 2-3 125-265# 65-75; Util 1-2 70-250# 4050.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 20-40# 75-85; 60-80# 150155; Sel 2 10-20# 35-50; 2040# 45; Sel 3 10-20# 10-20; Nannies Sel 1 80-130# 160200; 130-200# 170-172; Sel 2 50-80# 50-85; 80-130# 150-160; Sel 3 50-80# 75-80; Billies Sel 1 100-150# 182242; Sel 2 50-80# 102-132; 100-150# 137-150.

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FEEDING MANAGER Position is available at OAKWOOD DAIRY

Involves feeding an 1800 cow dairy with 1700 heifers, managing bunk silos and feed deliveries, and working with the Herd Managers and nutritionist. Oakwood Dairy is a progressive, high production dairy with excellent facilities, equipment and management located near Auburn, NY.

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315-252-0652 315-730-9046 (Bill) or oakwood@cnyemail.com Herdsman Wanted:Jasper Hill Farm seeks a candidate to help grow our farmstead cheese business. Responsibilities include managing the herd health and breeding programs for our herd of 45 registered Ayrshire cows, milking and raw product quality oversight, management of farm operations including wheyfed pork production, field work and staff supervision.

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Richard E. Posson, Associate Broker

New w - 2338 8 - Madison n Countyy Amish h Farm 28 acres of beautiful property located on a knoll with beautiful views. New 2 story barn with drive in mow. Room for 10 horses, 15 cows, plus young stock. Lots of hay storage. New 2500 sq ft 5 bdrm home. Partially done. With full concrete basement. Quiet road.

Pretty setting. Short drive to Syracuse, Oneida, and Utica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $150,000 2291 1 - Beautifull Settingg - Otsego o County 93 acre Gentleman's Farm - New Home and Buildings. Spectacular views. Mins to Cooperstown, NY. Quiet road w/30 tillable acres all in hay. 15 acres of pasture, balance woods. Lots of deer & turkey. Nice modern 2 story 4 bdrm home. 52x60 pole barn w/partial concrete floor would work well for horses, livestock, machinery storage. 20x40 horse barn. Home & buildings sit well off of quiet road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . d from m $440,000 0 to o $375,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reduced Owners are looking for a fair offer. This is a great buy on new home and buildings.

OLDER PERCHERON Crossbred 16 hand light grey gelding. Super family horse. Drives and rides by anyone. Erin C. Lundy 315-493-1051

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ORGANIC DAIRY FARM/ CREAMERY, 318 acres. 8 miles from Cooperstown,NY. Two 3 bedroom homes, 100 cow freestall, Double 6 milking parlor. Many outbuilding for young stock, hay & equipment. New cheese room, aging facility & solar electric system. 200 acres fenced for grazing. $998,500. 607-2869362

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2177 7 - Oneidaa Countyy - 480+/-- acree farm. 100 acres in fields, balance woods and pasture. 2 streams, pond. 2 story 4 bdrm home. REA Electric. This would make a great farm to raise beef or make hay. Great hunting or fishing. Asking $550,000, that is $1,145 an acre with a good home.

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324 4 - Lewiss Countyy Dairyy Farm 150 acres mostly tillable.

23 High Lime well drained soils. Grows excellent alfalfa and corn.

Modern 150 stall 3 row free stall barn w/drive thru feed.

30x50 heifer barn for 30 head of large heifers plus some machinery storage. Good 2 story 60 stall barn with dbl 6 flat barn parlor with large holding area. Calf pens, side addition for 36 head of young stock. 30x100 bunker silo. Very nice remodeled 2 story 6 bdrm home. Farm is turn-key. Good dairy area. Machinery and feed dealers close by. Great milk market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $450,000 5 - Neatt and d Clean n Showplacee Farm - Exceptionally 2325 nice house. Jefferson County - 180 acres, 100 tillable, good soils. Good 2 story dairy barn with 43 stalls and dbl 2 milking parlor. New 48x75 Morton Building, large 2 car garage, Beautiful 2 story 4 bedroom, 2 bath home. Very well maintained home. High ceilings, big rooms, original woodwork. All on a quiet road, great farming area, close to shopping, schools, and hospitals. Farm could be certified organic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Askingg $379,,000 9 - Oneidaa Countyy Land - 87 acres mostly wooded. Easy 2289 to get to from I90. Great recreational property. Close to trail system. Excellent deer & turkey hunting. Nice place for camp, weekend getaway, or year round residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ASSISTANT HERDSMAN on family dairy farm in VT. Seeking experienced person for milking, herd & calf health, AI & IV’s, and parttime feeding (tractor/loader operation). Modern facility. nefarmer2@gmail.com

#718 - Nice 210 A. free stall dairy farm w/170 tillable flat to rolling acres w/sandy/loam soil - 120 cow free stall barn w/double 10 Beco parlor w/ATO’s, 3,000 gal bulk tank - also 160 ft free stall heifer/dry cow barn, 20x41 ft. Sealstore grain silo & 170x100 ft. bunk silo w/concrete floor - Good 9 rm. home w/5 bdrms. & 2 baths - corn & wood stoves - nice fireplace, also village water & Artisian Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$550,000 #267 - Hobby/horse farm w/49 acres - 27 tillable, 12 pasture & 8 woods - 10 rm. 2 story home in good cond’t w/deck, above ground pool, vinyl siding, steel roof, circular driveway & full basement - 84x40’ 2 story barn w/cleaner, 34x18’ horse barn w/4 stalls - 24x74’ garage w/shop, 26x75’ hay storage shed & 14x30’ steel silo - 2 wells & half acre pond w/fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$210,000 #15-A - Great commercial buy on Rte. 5S just outside of Herkimer & Mohawk, New York on 50 acres of mostly flat & tillable land w/1730 ft. of rd. frontage - has lg. 2 story house with kitchen, dining area, living rm. & one bedroom downstairs & 2.5 bedrooms upstairs all on one side of house with room for lg. kitchen, living rm., 2 lg. bedrooms upstairs on other side of house - this property would be a nice location for a new shopping mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $850,000 C-72 - Operating Sheep Farm located in southeast Montgomery County. 204A. total with 104A. 20A. pasture, remainder prime cropland. 36x80 two-story barn, set-up with pens for livestock, 9-crate heated and insulated farrowing room. Additional 30x40 wing off of main barn, 40x80 steel pole barn/large doors, 5 outbuildings; used for livestock, all with water. Completely remodeled 3200 sq. ft. 200+ yr. old farmhouse. 8 Lg. rooms, 4BR, 2 full baths, jacuzzi, wood stove in kitchen/dining area, fireplace insert for wood in sitting room, drilled well and pond. Great hunting, woodlot and cropland. . . . . . . . .Asking $499,000 C-74 - Dairy farm with 320 A. - 500 Jersey size free stalls; set up for a grazing operation, 40 paddocks including laneways and water system; 16 unit swing parlor w/4000 gal. tank; additional 2 story 100 tie-stall barn, lg. Morton bldg. w/lg. doors and shop area; 100+ yr. old 2 story farm house w/6BR, 2 full baths. Ideal heifer raising operation w/main road access - stream runs through property, one pond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $975,000 B-401 - This is an orchard and retail operation in busy “Apple Valley” in the Town of LaFayette seven miles south of Syracuse. This farm has 9 acres of apple trees with six different varieties. There is a retail store, with a full kitchen, it has a sorting room and a cold storage which will hold 8,000 bushels of apples. This is set on 22 acres just off of NYS Route 20. It has a partially remodeled home with 5 bedrooms.This is a turnkey operation being sold equipped with tractor, sprayers, mowers, bins and cider press and store equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking Price is $455,000

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Haer highlights biodiesel’s impact on rural economies WASHINGTON, D.C. — The chairman of the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) told lawmakers at a House Agriculture hearing May 18 that biodiesel production benefits rural economies across the country and urged them to continue key programs in the 2012 Farm Bill.

Gary Haer, NBB’s chairman and a vice president at Renewable Energy Group, a leading U.S. biodiesel producer, testified before the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy and Forestry on issues relating to the Energy Title of the pending Farm Bill. He highlighted the biodiesel industry’s growth and diversity, pointing out that more than half of the lawmakers on the panel have at least one biodiesel production plant in their districts.

“NBB estimates that those plants and others like them across the country supported more than 39,000 jobs in all sectors of the U.S. econo-

my in 2011,” Haer said.

“Most of the more than 200 biodiesel production facilities in the U.S. are located in rural areas, and a majority of the feedstock used to produce biodiesel is grown or originates in rural areas.”

Haer specifically called for the committee to continue funding for the Biodiesel Fuel Education Program and the Bioenergy Program for Advanced Biofuels, programs that are critical to raising awareness of biodiesel and stimulating new production. The programs are succeeding, he noted, pointing out that they helped the industry produce a record of nearly 1.1 billion gallons of fuel last year.

“Biodiesel is part of the “all-of-the-above” energy strategy outlined by many energy leaders across the country,” Haer added. “The recent oil price spikes should remind us all why this is important. With domestically produced alternatives to oil, we can reduce

the influence that global forces such as OPEC have over our economy.”

Made from an increasingly diverse mix of resources such as recycled cooking oil, agricultural oils and animal fats, biodiesel is a renewable, clean-burning diesel replacement that can be used in existing diesel engines without modification. It the first and only commercial-scale fuel produced across the U.S. to meet the EPA’s definition as an Advanced Biofuel — meaning the EPA has determined that it reduces greenhouse gas emissions by more than 50 percent when compared with petroleum diesel. It is produced in nearly every state in the country and last year supported more than 39,000 jobs and $3.8 billion in GDP, according to a recent study conducted by Cardno ENTRIX, an international economics consulting firm. NBB is the U.S. biodiesel trade association.

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