August 2012 Union Farmer

Mission Statement: North Dakota Farmers Union, guided by the principles of cooperation, legislation and education, is an organization committed to the prosperity of family farms, ranches and rural communities.

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In this issue:

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Killdeer co-op expands

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Colorado connections

22.

Aloha!

23.

President’s message

CELEBRATING 85 YEARS August 2012 – Volume 59 Number 8

North Dakota Union Farmer

The UNION FARMER is published monthly by North Dakota Farmers Union at 1415 12th Ave SE, Jamestown N.D. 58401.

Annual subscription is $5 for members (paid in membership dues) and $12 for non-members.

NDFU membership dues are $25 annually.

Periodicals postage paid at Fargo, ND.

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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS/EDITOR: Anne Denholm 800-366-8331 • www.ndfu.org adenholm@ndfu.org

STATE DIRECTORS: James Kerzman; Wes Niederman Jr.; Dennis Stromme; Jim Teigen; Ben Vig

President: Elwood “Woody” Barth Vice President: Bob Kuylen Secretary: Ellen Linderman Treasurer: Terry Borstad

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: NDFU PO Box 2136 Jamestown N.D. 58402-2136 Copies mailed this issue: 35,726 • USPS 016-211

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Redesigned website: www.ndfu.org

North Dakota Farmers Union is proud to launch its redesigned website at www.ndfu.org. The new site features a revamped look and feel, as well as a dramatically upgraded interactive event calendar with full social media integration with Facebook.

New information is added to the site daily and visitors are encouraged to customize their news by clicking on their favorite category. Top news stories are featured on the front page as well as a promotional box to highlight special events.

There are convenient links to NDFU insurance and cooperative partner web sites as well as to other ag-related agencies and organizations. Navigation is made easy with just a click. All youth and camping information is located under a special tab on the main page as well as the bus tours and excursion section. Under the “calendar” section, visitors may search by date, category, event or name when looking for a specific event. Any related information such as an agenda or poster, may be attached to each entry. Online registration is available with credit card payments accepted. Traditional registrations will continue to be accepted as well.

The membership section lists all benefits with a complete list of all hotels offering discounts to NDFU members. In the “About Us” section, readers will find a lot of background information on company history, photos, conference center, job opportunities and staff contacts.

Events and stories are showcased in greater depth than ever before, increasing both the appeal and visibility. A photo gallery is available as well as archived issues of the Union Farmer magazine. s Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

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Common Questions About

North Dakotans for Responsible Animal Care What is the North Dakotans for Responsible Animal Care (NDRAC)?

NDRAC are North Dakotans who provide care for animals and who want to strengthen and clarify North Dakota’s animal care laws. NDRAC members are North Dakotan farmers and ranchers, local humane societies, animal shelters and veterinarians.

Why did these North Dakotans join together as NDRAC? NDRAC has drafted a legislative bill to strengthen the state’s animal care laws and provide a better, more comprehensive response to animal mistreatment than a proposed ballot initiative would.

What does NDRAC support?

The group strongly supports the proper care and treatment of animals and its members work to provide that care every day in their respective capacities. NDRAC’s efforts are led and written by North Dakotans for North Dakota.

NDRAC’s efforts reflect the values of North Dakotans.

Why shouldn’t I support both NDRAC’s legislative effort and the proposed ballot initiative?

The proposed ballot initiative presents no opportunity for input or change, unlike the legislative process where everyone has a chance to provide input. Further, if the proposed ballot initiative is adopted, it cannot be repealed or amended for seven years, except by a two-thirds majority vote of both the North Dakota senate and house. This may mean protection for all animals from mistreatment will be put on the back burner for years to come. But a successful 4

appropriately exempt good stewards of animals.

legislative effort will take effect immediately.

How is the legislation drafted by NDRAC better than the proposed ballot initiative?

The efforts of NDRAC are a better solution to animal cruelty issues in North Dakota for the following reasons: • The draft legislation will provide protection for all animals, not just a few species identified by the ballot initiative.

• The draft legislation covers abandonment and neglect, the most common forms of mistreatment – which are not even addressed by the proposed ballot initiative.

• It also creates penalties to match the severity of the crime.

Repeat offenses or crimes resulting in serious illness or injury to an animal are Class C felonies.

The ballot initiative implements a blanket felony penalty without regard for the seriousness of the crime.

• The legislation also recognizes good stewardship practices of farmers and ranchers and provides appropriate exemptions.The ballot initiative language is unclear and draws concern from animal advocates in North Dakota that it will not

Why should we expect the legislature to support NDRAC’s effort when it hasn’t passed clearer legislation to this point?

Legislators do listen to their constituents, and, with the NDRAC comprehensive draft in hand, will be ready to act. For two years, this diverse group of organizations has worked diligently to discuss animal care issues and draft legislation that protects all animals in our state–not just cats, dogs and horses. Unified efforts always receive strong legislative support.

In fact, several state legislators are aware of the efforts of NDRAC and have indicated they would support the legislative draft.

Who are the members of NDRAC? The group has balanced representation, including the following members with practical and technical expertise and field experience in the care of animals: Dakota Zoo - 701.223.7543 Central Dakota Humane Society 701.667.2020 Humane Society Fargo-Moorhead 701.239.0077 North Dakota Farm Bureau 701.224.0330 North Dakota Farmers Union 701.252.2341 North Dakota Stockmen’s Association - 701.223.2522 North Dakota Veterinary Medical Association - 701.221.7740 North Dakota State Board of Animal Health - 701.328.2231 North Dakota Department of Agriculture - 701.328.2231

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Six farm bill forums were held throughout the state and featured presentations by NDFU President Elwood “Woody” Barth, Tom Brusegaard, Bob Christman and Scott Stofferahn.

Forums provide insight into farm bill; panelists share information and facts

Over 200 people of one percent of the federal attended the North budget. “It’s tough to find Dakota Farmers Union something that works for all but farm bill discussions we need to continue to work held at six different together.” locations throughout the “We really need Congress state from July 10-12. to act on it before the current Panelists included Scott law is up in September. The Stofferahn, state director sooner they pass the new bill, for Senator Conrad; Tom the better off agriculture will be.

Brusegaard, state director Timing is really critical,” added for Senator Hoeven; and Stofferahn.

Bob Christman, state Christman pointed out director for Congressman that the wheat farmers would Rick Berg. North Dakota especially like the farm bill Farmers Union President passed before the August Elwood “Woody” Barth recess so they know what to served as moderator. expect before planting winter At each session, Barth wheat. gave a short overview. He “Overall, we were very said, “The U.S. Senate’s pleased with the turnout of version of the new farm bill the farm bill discussions. They looks promising. We still Audience members like Marlow Nelson of Powers Lake had provided a way for producers need a stronger mechanism the opportunity to ask questions about the upcoming farm to voice their concerns as well bill. if commodity prices drop as seek information about the years. The current bill expires in but we’re optimistic that the upcoming farm bill from the September. It includes titles on farm bill will be something that will panelists,” commented Barth. be good for farmers and ranchers in commodity programs, international The discussions were held trade, rural development, credit, North Dakota.” in Flasher, Belfield, Kenmare, conservation, agricultural research, The main purpose of each McClusky, Binford and Wahpeton. A food and nutrition programs and forum was to share information complimentary meal was served at marketing. about the farm bill. The legislation each location. s Brusegaard explained that the sets the agricultural and food policy

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Killdeer co-op adapts to change This is the present site for the downtown hardware store. Long term plans will call for a new facility built south of town. Land was purchased on the corner of Highway 22 and 200 for a gas station, C-store, hardware store and shop. Offices will also be built.

Big plans for future

by Anne Denholm, NDFU

The oil surge in western North Dakota has spurred an unprecedented amount of growth for the Killdeer Farmers Union Oil Company. According to new general manager Jim Oswalt, it is the opportunity of a lifetime.

Oswalt joined the 77-yearold cooperative last October, moving from Gilette Wy. His past work experience has taught him all about the boom and bust, so common with oil country. He knows the opportunities that await the company in the next few years and is ready to capitalize on it.

“It didn’t take long to know I had the tiger by the tail up

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with the purchase of land on the here. There is a huge amount of corner of Highway 22 and 200, just opportunity to service the wells, south of Killdeer. A new building, reach our customers and make gas station, hardware store and this co-op better for our patrons,” shop will be built there. New office Oswalt said. space is also a priority. In nearby One of the first things Oswalt Manning, the local EZ Stop was did after taking the job was to recently purchased in June. This evaluate products that were currently offered through the cooperative. “We really needed to penetrate the needs of the oil economy right now. We need a bigger, betterlocated store. It will double our business,” he predicted.

The C-Store in Killdeer has continued to increase business. The Future plans interior features bright aisles, a full selection of food, clothing, and merchandise. The EZ Stop in Manning was just are already purchased in June and renamed as “22 Fuel & Repairs.” It will be underway rebranded next spring.

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Installment and service of propane gas and diesel products is one area of expertise for the Killdeer cooperative.

facility was renamed as “22 Fuel & Repairs” and will be rebranded next spring.

“I couldn’t ask for a better board of directors to work with,” Oswalt said. “They have been very supportive and looking for ways we can improve and expand.”

The customer base has also shifted dramatically, going from mainly farm and ranch customers to industrial and commercial accounts.

However, Oswalt said that customer service would continue to be a focal point for the cooperative.

“We need to continue to focus on our customers and what they need.

Whether they are a rancher or a commercial business, we want to serve them. This is an exciting time.”

Hiring trained staff and finding housing for employees are two big issues for the Killdeer location, typical problems in oil country.

“It’s a huge adjustment when you’re looking at 30 to 40 percent growth every year for the last three years,” Oswalt added. “It’s not easy finding qualified people to work.

We have a strong need for people with a commercial driver’s license, hazardous material endorsements and experience hauling propane, gas and sales.”

To help with the sudden sales spikes, accounting software was updated and a controller was hired to help with financial management.

The new store acquisition in Manning should also be a boon for business. “We took over from the previous owner and we were Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

lucky to keep all the employees and the same product lines. We want to keep the autonomy in the same location but bring the resources along to make it a Cenex brand store. We want to bring added services to our customers in Killdeer and now in Manning,” Oswalt concluded. s

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Cattle business thrives in Napoleon

by Anne Denholm, NDFU

Buying and selling cattle is just a way of life for Paul Bitz. After all, it’s everything he’s ever wanted to do since he was a young boy.

Today, Paul is proud to work with his father, uncle, brother, children, nephews, nieces and business partner. It’s truly a family affair.

“My dad started it all and now it’s a three generation business,” Paul said.

Paul’s father, George Bitz, began his cattle career 51 years ago. George started working as an auctioneer. In 1979, he bought into the company and has been part of Napoleon Livestock ever since. In 1995, he took ownership along with his two sons, Paul and Jim, and business friend Ray Erbele. In 2009, the new facility was built, creating even more opportunities for the next generation.

The new sale barn is impressive. It is home to an air conditioned and heated arena, large feedlot, metal fencing and comfortable seating.

They sell about 100,000 cattle each year.

George commented on some of the changes, “Everything is metal now. There’s no more wood. I don’t think there’s anything left from the old place. The gates are hydraulic George Bitz has been part of Napoleon Livestock for over 51 years.

From left to right: George Bitz, Pius Bitz, Paul Bitz, Dylan Bitz, Ray Erbele, Jim Bitz and Bailey Bitz all work at the stockyard.

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The Bitz feedlot is located about five miles south of Napoleon.

for safety and everything is computerized. At the time of auction, pertinent animal information and statistics are posted. It’s quite high tech.”

An auction is held every Thursday and each sale is streamed live over the web and internet bids are accepted. The facility has offices for several businesses including a chiropractor, Farmers Union Insurance, John Deere dealership, Missouri Valley Ag and Farm Credit Services. Most of these offices are open to coincide with auction times.

“Auction work is really interesting and we all bring something to the table. Each of us

have a role to play,” Paul reflected.

“You have hundreds of people determining the value of what you’re selling. Big companies have more cattle traded on a price that’s determined by someone else. We also use technology to reach a larger audience. With the internet and televised auctions, a lot of people can come to the auction house.”

George chuckled and said, “I had a guy who was on vacation in Australia but still watched an auction right here.We have customers all over South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, Kansas and Colorado. There’s no limit.”

“I’m also proud of the fact that a lot of our customers are repeat customers.

We’ve been representing them for over 30 years,” said Paul. “I love it when they say they remember me from when A computer screen displays information to the crowd. The data is I was little and entered by Morgan Kirschenmann, a summer staff member. scooping out the Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

pens.”

George’s son, Jim, also works at the sale barn. His children help with the business, too. Jim added, “It’s hard to describe working in the family business but it’s special to know that we get to help keep it going. It’s good for our kids to work with us and see us all pull together in good times and in bad. We have to do it together and understand each other.”

According to Jim, business partner Ray Erbele has been like a second father. “He is a good man for enduring us. He has helped me learn the business and been very patient.”

Erbele served on the North Dakota Beef Commission from 2006-2012 and was recently presented with a service award. “I have the best of both worlds. I have been blessed. As cattle numbers have dwindled, our business has grown. We want buyers and sellers to have a bond of trust with us.

We work hard to maintain that relationship. We have a quality staff and have a good working environment. We all bring different talents to the business and I think that’s what makes it work.” s 9

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Award trips taken in July The senior youth award trip to Medora, ND was a two day award trip for youth who completed one year of senior day classes and attended one senior camp prior to ninth grade. The trip was held July 9-10.

The third year award trip to Minneapolis/St. Paul was a three day award trip for youth who completed three years of senior day classes and attended one senior camp.

Senior trip participants included: Allison Ziebarth, Ray Amanda Bjork, Valley City Beca Wallstrum, Kenmare Brianna Schockman, LaMoure Emily McKay, Valley City Everette Kauk, Bismarck Garret Reommich, Linton Gus Kronberg, Ellendale Hannah Septon, Bowman Heather Knutson, Kathryn Jacob Baumann, Edgeley

John Sundhagen, Tioga Kaitlyn Grossman, Bismarck Kaitlyn Hill, Bowman Kaleb Larson, Norwich Katelyn Long, Kintyre Katelyn Nehlich, Valley City Katie Ingerson, Kenmare Kinzie Jensen, Kenmare Kyle Larson, Norwich Michael Barton, Ellendale Mikaylah Ross, Valley City Morgan Harr, Ypsilanti Rachel Barth, Solen Samantha Trottier, Bismarck Sami Bitz, Napoleon Shantel Lang, Strasburg Taylor Olson, Forbes Taylor Powell, Bowman Tim Hodek, Fairdale Timothy Fischer, Bowman

The third year award trip was held July 17-19 and included: Abbie Welter, Ellendale Adam Long, Berlin Adriane Doe, Dickinson Alex Krebs, Beulah Ashley Boom, Edgeley Caitlyn Kratochvil, Lankin Carson Sorby, Valley City

Cody Oster, Drake Courtney Haugen, Dickinson Dakota Marschner, Columbus David Undem, Leal Desirae Schafer, Flasher Forrest Carlson, Glenburn Hayley Fingarson, Edinburg Jessica Siedschlag, Berlin Johanna Long, Berlin Jonathan Rosencrans, Powers Lake Karley Hansen, Ryder Katelyn Willer, Jamestown Kellie Tougas, Strasburg Kyle Kaufman, Hillsboro Laura Huber, Strasburg Lexie Weber, New Rockford Lilly Stark, Valley City Luke Huber, Strasburg Maggie Hagen, Carrington Mariah Linnell, Hillsboro Nathaniel Harter, Bismarck Nicholas Stevens, Valley City Nick Watne, Jamestown Philip Neubauer, Bottineau Rachel Herman, Ashley Ryley Brown, Mohall Shana Huber, Berlin Shania Brackenbury, Mohall Shelbi Bahl, Sherwood Ty Bauman, Golden Valley

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Day classes focus

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ty attended day m LaMoure Coun Sixteen youth fro d a popcorn ate cre n where they classes in Adria games and built e tiv era op co t. co-op, enjoyed teamwork projec ers as part of a marshmallow tow

Cooperation was a theme at Morton County day classes.

Youth enjoyed activities both inside and out.

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all-states camp in 76th year Twenty-nine youth from around the state traveled to Bailey, Colorado June 23-30 to participate in the 76th All-States Leadership Camp, joining with youth from South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Montana and Colorado. As part of the activities, campers had the opportunity to partner with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Influenza Division and investigate a simulated influenza outbreak. The campers learned about the importance of preventing illness through protective measures such as hand washing, covering coughs and sneezes, and vaccinations.

Two outstanding North Dakota youth, Patrick Swift from Ellendale and Cole Musland from Jamestown, were selected by their peers to serve on the six member National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC). Swift and Musland join with Mitchell Farmer-Lies from Minnesota, Briana Green from Montana, and Bre Stafford and William Felzien from Colorado. As part of NYAC, these six young adults will represent the education program in Washington D.C. in September during the fly-in, in March at the NFU Convention in Massachusetts, and throughout the year as they plan next year’s All-States Camp. s

ALL-STATES CAMP PARTICIPANTS: Adam Liesener, Ray Austin Svenningsen, Luverne Caleb Schuster, New Rockford Cassidy Ziesch, Pettibone Cole Musland, Jamestown David Dutton, Menoken Jamie Thorson, Bismarck Jasmine Stevens, Valley City Jennifer Wikenheiser, Strasburg Jessica Long, Kintyre Justin Thorson, Bismarck Katie Ritter, Bismarck Kayla Barton, Ellendale Kayla Melgaard, Grenora Kelsey Weigel, Kintyre Kerstan Swift, Ellendale Kody Wagner, Wimbledon Laura Huber, Strasburg Megan Schlosser, Bismarck Megan Spitzer, Ellendale Mikaela Long, Berlin Mikayla Young, Napoleon Nicholas Fleming, Warwick Paige Weigel, Bismarck Pat Swift, Ellendale Sawyer Blumhardt, Casselton Sierra Lanenga, Raleigh Skylar Garman, Ray Stephanie Sundhagen, Tioga

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Women gather in colorado

NDFU membership development coordinator Jessica Haak and Sue Carlson attended the women’s conference.

Nearly 40 farm and rural women gathered on June 21 - 23 at the National Farmers Union (NFU) Education Center in Bailey, Colo., for a three-day women’s conference based in part on the wellrespected “Annie’s Project” risk management education program.

At the event, a variety of trained instructors taught participants about family farm finances, budgeting and cash flow, cooperatives, marketing, farm transfer and estate planning, business planning, leadership assessment and skills, generational issues, and action planning.

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“For decades, farm families have worked side by side to survive and succeed,” said NFU President Roger Johnson. “It’s more important now then ever before for farmers to learn about all types of agriculture, regardless of their operation. We have a lot in common no matter where we live or what we grow.”

Set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Rebecca Blue told the group of participants from six states that she was glad to see women together networking and encouraged farm women to speak out and become fully engaged in their family operations.

The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service 2007 Census on Agriculture found that the number of female principal farm operators increased by 30 percent between 2002 and 2007. Women are now the principal operators on 14 percent of the nation’s 2.2 million farms.

“Annie’s Project” also helps women find new ways to balance the demands of family, community, and professionalism within the agricultural community.

The conference is sponsored by Farm Credit, CoBank, Farmers Union Insurance Foundation and the NFU Foundation. s Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

Find your voice, tell your story The first annual Women In Leadership Development (WILD) conference has been scheduled for Sept. 21-22 at the North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU) Conference Center in Jamestown.

NDFU President Elwood “Woody” Barth said, “One of the fundamental goals of NDFU is to educate and our conference is designed to give people the opportunity to explore and strengthen their leadership skills.”

The conference theme, “Find Your Voice, Tell Your Story,” will feature keynote speaker Jessie Veeder. Veeder is living and writing her story in western North Dakota as a rancher, professional musician and writer. Her love of North Dakota has been shared with audiences around the country through her music, and around the world as she blogs about life on a 3,000-acre cattle ranch at the edge of The Badlands.

Carla Edinger of NDFU, explained, “Every woman has an important story to tell. We are walking stories of inspiration, knowledge, humor, common sense, talent, even tragedy. Our stories and perspective can affect positive change in the lives of others. This conference will help you develop your voice to be a more effective leader in your community and beyond.”

Edinger said, “We are also excited to have State Treasurer Kelly Schmidt and United States House Congressional Candidate Pam Gulleson come to inspire and empower women to find their voice. We’ll also have a professional trainer on board to give valuable communication tips to Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

Keynote speaker Jessie Veeder

build speaking confidence in a fun, interactive group session.”

Participants will be able to pick a topic to enhance their knowledge of a variety of subjects including parliamentary procedure; women and farm programs; how to run and get elected to a board; the next chapter for ND 2.0; and women and co-op boards. Diane Carlson and Cindy Farbo will share their success stories in non-traditional career roles, while Ashley Alderson shares her story of triumph over cancer as the former Miss Rodeo America.

A pre-conference party begins on Friday, Sept. 21 from 6–9 p.m. at the Quality Inn in Jamestown. Participants can spend a fun, relaxing evening with other conference participants at a free wine and appetizer

social. The party starts with vendors showcasing products that cater specifically to the spirit of women. Vendors will include: Cynthia Prom, Traveling Vineyard Wine Consultant; Heather Kurtz, Princess House Representative; Kim Fuller, Blessings Unlimited Representative; Malauree Ruff, Thirty One Consultant; Kim Weyer, Clever Container Consultant; Amanda Njos, Cow Chip Creations; Brietta Iverson, Organo Gold Coffee; and Rhonda Lura, Wild Tree Products.

Cost is $89 per person and includes the pre-conference party, conference fee and lunch.

Registration information may be found at www.ndfu.org/wild. Hotel rooms are reserved at Quality Inn in Jamestown. Call 701.252.3611

by August 15. Mention “NDFU WILD” to get a special room rate.

The conference is coordinated through North Dakota Farmers Union and their partners: Farm Service Agency, Red River Valley Research Corridor, Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives and USDA Rural Development. s

Pre-conference party: Friday, Sept. 21 6 to 9 p.m.

Conference: Saturday, Sept. 22 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Interactive Skill Development Motivational Speakers

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Around the state Lisbon Credit Union Manager and Chief Financial Officer Daniel Wagner recently met with Ambassador Joao Vale de Alme ida of Lisbon, Portugal. The Ambassador discu ssed the role of the European Union as well as his role as leader to its Delegation to the United States of America.

A very insightful discussion took place. Wagner and several other local leaders welcomed and let the delegation know that their visit was appreciated and supported the efforts put forth to continue economic stability.

r, Reid Grandy Garrett Grandy, Kevin Fischer, Tim Fische Farmers Union and Michaela Fischer had a great time at on their tractor. camp this summer and posed for this photo

New Farmers Union Insurance banners wave at Raging Rivers in Mandan.

Carrington Farmers Union Insu rance agent Randy Hooey set up a booth at the Foster County Fair.

NDCDA held its summer meeting June 27 in Bismarck.

Wyatt McLeod and Royce Wardner took first place in the McClusky kiddie parade.

It was co-op day at the Stat e Fair on July 25. Pancakes & ice cream for all!

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Dave Bergquist helped cele brate Regan, N.D. centennial celebration in July . Bergquist grew up on a farm north of town. In 1970, he graduated from Regan High School and was part of the last graduating class from RHS . He now resides in Wilton and works for a truc king company. As part of his trucking job, he frequent ly travels to the Regan Elevator to transpor t grain. Dave drove his cousin’s tractor in the Regan Tractor Trek on July 13. The 1950 International Harvester M is owned

by Larry Bergquist.

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Finley honors former agents

A community service award was presented to two former Farmers Union Insurance agents during the Finley Days celebration in June.

The two worked together at the Finley Farmers Union Insurance office since 1970 before retiring.

Ron Lerol, who just retired this summer and served as an agent for 42 years, and Thaine Hanson, an agent who served for 34 years, were both honored with the award. Over the years, both men have made invaluable contributions to their community. Lerol and Thaine were both shocked and honored to receive the Ron Lerol (on left) and Thaine Hanson (at right) were awarded the Community Service Award during Finley Days by mayor Larry award. s Amundson. Photo courtesy of Lindsie DeFrang/Steele County Press.

Founding Farmers Restaurant Delicious Summer Dishes Series Treat Yourself to Only ‘The Very Best’ As summer draws to a close, so does our recipe series. We hope you have enjoyed creating our Founding Farmers favorites for your family.

For our final installment, we chose to share the recipe for a milkshake so good it deserves its effusive moniker: The Very Best Milkshake! Even though it is available at the restaurant in vanilla bean, deep chocolate, strawberry and bananas foster, we thought you’d enjoy this version made with summer’s quintessential summer fruit.

This thick and creamy frosty favorite is much loved by guests and staff alike, and is a breeze to make at home. Enjoy!

FOUNDING FARMERS STRAWBERRY MILKSHAKE (Note: at the restaurant we make this milkshake with homemade ice cream, but your favorite store bought version will do the trick nicely.)

Makes approximately two milkshakes 1½ cups half and half 2½ cups all-natural strawberry ice cream 1 cup whipped cream 1 strawberry, hulled and halved Instructions: In a blender, combine ice cream and half and half and blend on low until slightly smooth – if you blend on high it will melt the ice cream and make the milkshake too thin!

Pour into two large glasses and top with whipped cream and strawberry.

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2012 Farm Bill

After a more than 13-hour-long markup, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee approved its version of the 2012 Farm Bill, known as the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management (FARRM) Act in the wee hours of July 12, 2012.

Some of the provisions supported

by NFU made it into the House bill, some didn’t, and a few less desirable elements were included as well. Most importantly, however, is that the bill moves forward so that an opportunity remains for the farm bill to be completed soon.

As Chairman Lucas rightly observed in his opening statement, “a safety net is written with bad times in mind. These programs should not guarantee that the good times are the best, but rather that the bad times are manageable.”

With the inclusion of the new Price Loss Coverage program in Title I of the FARRM Act, which establishes target prices for program crops, farmers can choose to be protected against multi-year price collapse.

This is an improvement on the Senate farm bill, which did not include meaningful safeguards against prolonged bad prices.

NFU supports a revenue protection program along with the Price Loss Coverage program in the House farm bill. Utilizing both programs will provide U.S. farmers and ranchers with protection against both weather-related disasters and a long-term price collapse. NFU will strongly encourage Congress to include both programs during the conference committee to reconcile the two versions of the farm bill.

NFU is glad the House Agriculture Committee did its work and favorably passed the bill out of committee, advancing the legislation another step before the Sept. 30 expiration of current law.

We continue to strongly encourage House Speaker John Boehner and Majority Leader Eric Cantor to allow floor time as soon as possible 18

for this bipartisan legislation that is so critically important to every American. There are several big steps to go, but we hope that it moves quickly. The farm bill might not be perfect right now, but action is urgently needed.

For more information about the farm bill, please visit our new page: www.NFU.org/farmbill.

Disaster Programs

A drought has gripped much of the nation recently and has had been severely harmful to our family farmers and ranchers. While grain producers are negatively impacted, the tight grain supplies and skyrocketing prices will be even more harmful for livestock and dairy producers, since they have no insurance or other protection against rising feed costs. Congress failed to learn its lesson once again that it should set aside some grain during times of high production and low prices, and now we are running extremely tight on supplies and prices race upward. This next farm bill is very likely continue to ignore this issue, leaving open the possibility for more wild price swings that are so harmful to livestock and biofuel producers and to consumers, especially those who periodically face hunger both here and around the world.

In light of the drought, the NFU board passed a resolution at its July meeting calling for the passage of an extension of disaster programs, including the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Program (SURE), Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP), Livestock Forage Program (LFP) and Emergency Livestock Assistance Program (ELAP) for one year in order to provide certainty for U.S. farmers and ranchers. The same resolution strongly urged Congress to pass a farm bill prior to the expiration of the current legislation on Sept. 30, 2012.

Affordable Care Act

The U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on June 28, 2012.

Farmers, ranchers and rural residents face significant barriers to obtaining accessible, affordable health care. The ACA contains necessary changes that help all Americans, including those who are self-employed and purchasing expensive care from the individual market, to afford insurance and the preventive care they need; provides resources to rural health care providers and incentives to physicians serving in rural areas; bars health care companies from denying coverage to individuals with preexisting conditions; and closes the Medicare prescription drug coverage ”donut hole.”

All Americans, regardless of occupation or geographic region, deserve access to comprehensive health care. NFU commends the Supreme Court on its decision to uphold the ACA.

Fly-In

The annual event will be held in Washington, D.C. on Sept.

9-12. It serves as the best way for our members to have their voices heard on Capitol Hill. As the farm bill discussion is ongoing, it will be important for Farmers Union members to meet with their members of Congress to ensure the voice of the family farmer is heard.

Convention

Before we know it, it will be time to make the trip to Springfield, Mass., for NFU’s 111th Anniversary Convention. Please plan to join us on March 2 to 5, 2013, as we continue “Making Waves for Agriculture.” Plans are underway for an exciting list of speakers and educational sessions. s

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(You may call or email us to request a rerun of your ad.) Include your name, address & phone number and mail to: NDFU Classifieds PO Box 2136 • Jamestown ND 58402-2136 email: bthoms@ndfu.org Fax: 701-252-6584 • 701-952-0102 Deadline is the 15th of every month.

FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 2640 John Deere tractor in nice shape; 7’ Ford mower for 8N and 9N tractors.

663-1997 or 527-3917, Eugene Erhardt, Mandan.

FOR SALE 7720 JD combine, new cylinder bars, field ready, always shedded. 254-4158 or 321-2601, Joe Kelsch, Linton.

FOR SALE Redekop straw chopper, fits 1680 thru 2388; 1974 Series 1 900 Versatile; 1973 900 Series 1 Versatile; 11’ Sund Raker pickups, excellent condition; Cenex 2,200 bu. grain bin to be moved; truck mounted drill fill auger, could be used to fill air seeder cart; misc. parts for N6 or N7 Gleaner combine - filters, belts, sickle sections and sickle guards. 228-3161, Lathan Romsas, Bottineau.

FOR SALE 36’ of sunflower pans and reel for MacDon 960 draper head, works good, make offer. 366-4643, Jim Diepolder, Willow City.

FOR SALE HC harrow 30’ on cart; 1968 Chev. 1 1/2 ton truck, grain box and cattle rack; 500 bu. feed oats, Ottawa, for $2 bu.; bale feeder; 4 horse rake wheels for display; HC truck motor, needs overhaul job; self-propelled Premier 2952 swather, 16’ grass head, creepers; 210 Morris 881 Hay Hiker bale picker, 8 bales; 210 New Holland baler, twine and net wrap; 800 John Deere 12’ self-propelled swather for repairs; 1997 Cadillac DeVille, 71,000 mi., white, nice car, Riverside tires, like new; need help taking old barn apart, salary by hour, now. 878-4879, Bennie Schneider, Richardton.

FOR SALE 9 wheel Sitrex side delivery rake; Boss 7’x20’ stock trailer; Ariens self-propelled lawn mower. 983-4269, Robert Schriefer, Golden Valley.

FOR SALE 2 - IHC 915 combines; 2 - IHC 1482 combines; antique tractors, some on steel and some on rubber tires. 626-7627 or 626-2355, LaVerne W. Anderson, Voltaire.

FOR SALE Black aluminum Wilson grain hopper trains; 8’x16’ aluminum Kiefer bumper hitch horse trailer (like new); 22’ SturD hay rack; 2007 Wilson step deck; very sharp Cadillac. 220-0985, Julie Dethloff, Bismarck.

FOR SALE JD 7720 Titan II, airfoil chaffer, long auger, chopper, 24’ straight head and pickup head. 240-5245, Craig Hanson, Tolley.

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FOR SALE 13”x20” Ketto bin fan with a 7.5 hp. motor with adapter for a 25” opening; 13.6-38 Firestone tractor tire and tube, like new condition. 724-3623, Dennis Brezicka, Forman.

FOR SALE John Deere 7700 diesel combine, no heads, good usable combine, would consider parting out if you just need the diesel engine. 974-3644, Loren Myran, Taylor.

FOR SALE 2 straight headers and 1 pickup header with pickup to fit TR70; Shopsmith saw with all attachments; D7 Cat and cable dozer. 938-4268, Tony Schumacher, Halliday.

FOR SALE 1688 Case IH combine with pickup head, 3,814 hours and field ready. 563-4621, Lance Jacobs, Regent.

FOR SALE 1993 JD 9600 D.A.S., D.A.M., fore/aft.; complete tune-up every other year, nice clean machine, 4,600 hrs.; 1995 JD 930 ridged header; 1998 JD 930 flexhead, 1 season on new poly.; JD 220 header with 19’ Sund pickup; all items have been shedded; 1980 Stormor Ezze Dry grain dryer, 550 bushel batch, nearly new elec. motor on burner. 739-6189 or 466-2739, Eric Jorgenson, Leeds.

FOR SALE 2003 NH BR780 baler, extra wide sweep, field ready, $15,000, always shedded when not in use. 262-4753, Odin Gleason, Tolna.

FOR SALE IHC 50T baler; Schulte RS hyd. rock picker; F10 Farmhand w/weigh all Snoco bale loader; h.d. Russell Reliance 10’ grader; 10’ h.d. V packer; 5 bottom packer w/hitch; 8 steel grain bins w/steel floor, 1,000-12,400 bu.; 6’ JD combine w/2 cyl. motor & ground driven reel; new & used 10:00x20 truck tires; IHC 2 row hyd. cult. for H or M; Peterson dual rims, 18.4-34 to 232.1-30; Letz 163 burr mill.

584-2025, Elmer Lemke, Bentley.

FOR SALE 1963 C60 Chev. truck, 12’ steel box with extensions, hoist, excellent tires, 327 V8 never been overhauled, uses too much oil to drive, cab rusting, good to make tractor draw bar trailer, reasonable price.

537-5129, Orlin Oium, Towner.

FOR SALE JD 30’ 331 tandem disk, $3,500; Case 1270 tractor, $7,000. 764-6410, Casey Lund, Killdeer.

FOR SALE 146 - 5’ T posts, good shape, 2.25 per post. 321-0629, Markus Wangler, Napoleon.

FOR SALE Semi storage trailers - nice 53’ trailer with roll-up door and flat aluminum floor; spray parts; new 36’ hopper bottom trailer; 40’ container. 474-5780 or www.rydelltrailers. com, Richard Rydell, Fairmount.

FOR SALE 1991 Case IH 1660 combine, 3,740 hrs. with 1015 pickup head, field ready, excellent shape, $19,000; 1995 Titan 6’x16’ stock trailer, good shape, $1,700; 1967 Ford F600, 12’ box, no tarp, good shape, $3,500. 500-1083, Roger Black, Towner.

FOR SALE New JD feeder chain for a 6601 pull-type combine; 1988 Chevy red pickup box in excellent condition; 18’ Hesston grain head, double sickle, fits 8100 or 8200 Hesston; bias 6 ply tractor tire, 16.9x24, 80% tread left. 597-3917, Mike Lentz, Raleigh.

FOR SALE NH Model 276 square baler. 597-3730, larryn@westriv.com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

FOR SALE 2000 JD 9650 STS combine, Contour Master with single point hookup, field ready, 2,235 separator hrs., $75,000; 1984 JD 7720 combine, set up for beans with spike tooth cyl. and screens, has header with 15’ Sund pickup, 5,300 engine hrs., $5,000. 741-6178, Clinton Weisz, Cando.

FOR SALE 1993 1688 case IH combine, 2,959 hrs., good condition, always shedded accelerator specialty rotor, 1010 and 1015 30’ head. 626-2325, Tim Podoll, Upham.

FOR SALE 1033 NH bale wagon; No. 55 27’ chisel plow with 3 bar harrows. 743-4277, Albert Sprenger, Ryder.

FOR SALE Schwartz hoist, with or without 14’ truck bed. 259-2140 or 739-8680, Myron Fowler, Michigan.

FOR SALE White 4-150, good shape, always shedded. 249-3214, Gary Smith, Maddock.

FOR SALE John Deere push-off hay bucket, fits 148 loader; 30 foot dump rake. 784-5987, David Brossart, Lansford.

FOR SALE 1989 CIH 1680 combine with 4,780 hrs., excellent condition, reconditioned 300 hrs. ago with $15,000 put into it, needs only rotor belt to make field ready, engine runs great, uses no oil, & tires very good, new hydro, AC compressor, and alternator, always shedded, includes 25’ 1010 straight-cut header with finger reel, header trailer, and 810 pickup header, $17,500. 567-4138, Jerry Ehlers, Hettinger.

FOR SALE JD 3940 corn chopper, 2 row 301 with hay head; Titan 18-438 tractor tire w/ 60% tread; 14-9-24 all traction tire for back hoe; 2,000 gal. fuel tank. 683-4809, Phil McDaniel, Englevale.

FOR SALE John Deere 4400 combine, in good condition with diesel engine; John Deere 800 swather,15’ in fair condition, good for parts. 754-2616, LeRoy Zimmerman, Tappen.

FOR SALE Westfield 10”x51’ swing away, pto. grain auger; Westfield 7”x41’ grain auger w/7 1/2 electric 220 V. motor. 362-7724, Dennis Wolseth, Glenburn.

FOR SALE MF 750 diesel combines with 20’ straight head and 6 belt Melroe pickup head, machine has been shedded, low hrs. and no rust, cyl. bars and concave are in new condition, has high inertia cyl., corn ready; JD No. 3600 8x18” plow. 2526455, Myron Tarno, Jamestown.

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 7720 JD Combine; 24’ straight JD header with trailer; JD 8450 tractor with Quad Shift, 6,500 hours, always shedded; JD 30’ 9350 drills, rock guard, transports, markers, track whackers. 220-0993 or 223-0948, Jeff Spitzer, Wilton.

FOR SALE New MDS 8’ scoop for JD 740-741 loader (classic tach) with/without MDS grapple; new MDS 8’ scoop for JD 148-158 loader w/wo. new style MDS grapple or old style JD grapple; new MDS rock badger w/ skidsteer mount (digs out large rocks, tree roots, etc.); new MDS 7’ or 8’ scoops with Bobcat or Euro mounts, w/wo. grapples; new MDS7’ heavy duty tined rock bucket, w/wo. grapple, Bobcat mount (can be used tree, yard cleanup, scrap cleanup,silage, chopped hay, manure, etc.); new 5,200 lb. premium pallet fork, 48” or 60” forks; new JD bale fork with Bobcat mount; new Koyker 545 MFD loader w/8’ quick tach scoop and grapple, 100-150 hp. tractor; JD 148 & 146 loader, 7’ scoops w/wo. grapple, controls. 7090103, Allen Wald, Edgeley.

FOR SALE CII Gleaner combine, works good, tires are not very good, engine is very good, 6 cyl. Allis, gas, may fit on Allis tractor, $800 obo; Farmhand loader bucket, 8’ with 3 tine grapple fork, fits older loaders like F11s, etc., $250. 843-7849, Jerry Maier, New Salem.

FOR SALE John Deere 2420 diesel swather, 21’ double swath draper, good canvas, new sickle, good AC, 2,200 hrs., 600 hrs on overhaul, $5,000. 228-8790 or 246-3640 evenings, Curt Richard, Rolette.

FOR SALE 18’ 400 Versatile swather, runs and works good, used mainly for opening wheat fields, stored inside, field ready, $1,200.

252-4115, Gerald Ova, Buchanan.

FOR SALE Douglas canola roller; set of 9” sunflower pans to fit a 30’ MacDon 974 flexhead.

693-2371, Rick Frueh, Martin.

FOR SALE New Firestone tractor tire (front), never been used, 3 rib tube type, nylon 6 ply rating, 6-15-16; calf puller, like new, $75; pickup guards, used very little, 15 guards with bolts; International Vibra Shank 20’ cultivator; Makoto rock picker, good shape; bunch 9” shovels, used little, fits International or John Deere; 32’ long, 24’ wide, 12’ tall steel pole barn, 2 - 8’ doors, 1 small door. 324-2459 weekends, Clarence Hoffer, Harvey.

WANTED “B” John Deere, wide front, with hydraulics. 852-1150, Art Oen, Minot.

WANTED IHC M tractor, not running but complete.

974-3644, Loren Myran, Taylor.

WANTED Manifold and carb. for a Ford 300 Industrial engine. 537-5129, Orlin Oium, Towner.

WANTED NH3 tanks. 764-6410, Casey Lund, Killdeer.

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WANTED No. 37 JD mower for parts. 693-2306, Steve Vetter, Harvey.

WANTED Adjustable steel spike tooth harrow sections; also 24”/30” steel culverts. 8970099, Jerry Zimmerman, Garrison.

WANTED Good used 18.4 X 34 tractor tire. 2524115, Gerald Ova, Buchanan.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE MUST SELL!! 2009 Keystone Raptor triple axle camper, three slide outs, sleeps 12, 12’ toyhauler bay, this unit has brown interior, sofa, and dinette table, 12 gal. water heater, 110 gal. fresh water, 69 gal. gray water, 39 gal. black water, and 50 gal. fuel capacity, two propane tanks and an Onan generator, retractable awning, 32” flatscreen TV, price reduced. 659-0472, Matt Clemens, Wimbledon ND. FOR SALE Established welding and steel sales business, HWY 2, Devils Lake; unlimited $ potential, wide trade area. 662-2539 or 351-3528, Cliff Brekken, Devils Lake.

FOR SALE 13 piece grill set, like new, never been used, still in case. 294-2500, Ed Senger, Sheyenne.

FOR SALE 25’ Cabin cruiser for the big lake, “Tiara 2500”, inboard 260 Mercruiser V8, sleeping quarters, sink and bathroom, canvas top, tandem trailer, always stored inside, excellent condition, boat hull number SSUV5201M79G, $15,000 obo, located 1 mile from Fort Stevenson marina, Garrison. 337-2233 leave message, Rick Hultberg, Garrison.

FOR SALE Horse collars & related items; 45 used utility poles, 35-50’ long; new tires: 1-10:00 R20 Dunlap steel radial SP777, 16 ply, new tube & flap; 8 used sidewinder LT 245/75/15, 10 ply; 4-225/60/R16 M & S; 4 used Firestone P265/70/R16 M&S; 3 Michelin P225/60/R16 M&S. 584-2025, Elmer Lemke, Bentley.

FOR SALE Sofa table, very good condition, 47” L x 16” W x 26”H, $100; curio cabinet, very nice, 3 glass shelves, 72” H x 26.5” W, $500 firm; 1974 Singer sewing machine with attachments, used very little, $150; 1985 Torstar books - Stitch

by Stitch, complete set (20 volume), excellent condition, $200; 4 large drawer writing desk, front opens and can be used as writing table, also partitioned compartments, very nice, $400. 232-1534, Neil Krumm, Fargo.

FOR SALE 2 Anderson painted wood with white exterior clad casement windows, size 120” x 57 1/2” and 71” x 75 1/2”, will also include rod, lined curtains and wood cornices, make offer. 435-2271 or 2693784, LuAnn Martin, Courtenay.

FOR SALE 32” woven wire, new; Commuter 3 wheeler, Yamaha motorcycle; 24.5 32 10 ply tire, very good; 16.9 28 10 ply tubeless tire.

762-3665, Marvin Weig, Kathryn.

FOR SALE Two cream separators, electric #518 and a #S16 with crank, both with complete attachments. 597-3730, larryn@westriv. com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

FOR SALE

2010 Jayco 5th wheel travel trailer, 25 1/2’ with slide-out, like new, $34,000 new, $28,000 blue book, asking $23,000. 520-4463, Tim Schroeder, Cavalier.

FOR SALE Attention fisherman - 1987 16’ fiberglass “MirroCraft Pro Pike”, 50 hp. Johnson outboard motor; Minn Kota auto pilot electric trolling motor, right hand console, steering wheel and 2 chairs, “Yacht Club” trailer, recently tuned up at North Country Marine, ready to go, excellent condition, used very little and has been stored inside, $5,500 obo. 337-2233 leave message, Rick Hultberg, Garrison.

FOR SALE Four new 20.8x38 Titan bias; 2 new 16.99x38x8 ply Goodyear; 2 new 520/85R42 (20.8R42) Michelin AgriBibs, $2,800/pr.; 2 new 520/85R42 Firestone; 1 new 20.8R42 GY DT 710; 2 - 480/80R42 GY DynaTorque @ 90-100%; 1 new 480/85R34 extra-load GY Versa-Torquefor bi-directional; new Titan heavy duty skidsteer, 10x16.5, 12x16.5, 14x17.5, sets of 4; 4 - 480/80R42 (18.4R42 Titan, 11,700 load cap./tire for big, overloaded combine, 90-100%;4 - Titan 420/85R34 (16.9R34) x 10 ply FWD’s @ 85%; 4 14.9x38, 2 @ 40%, 2 @ 70%; 2 - 13.6x28 @ 80%; 2 - 380/90R50 @ 75%; 6 380/90R38 @ 50-90%; 2 - 14.9x24x8 ply @ 50%; 2 - 12.4x38 @ 60%; 2 - 15.5x38 @ 80%; 8 - 20.8R42 FS @ 50%; 2 - 20.8R42 FS @ 60%; 2 - 20.8R38 GY-DT-710 @ 60%; 2 - 18.4R38 Firestone, 1 @ 40%, 1 @ 85%; 2 - 14.9x28 10 ply bias FWD’s @ 60%; 2 - 14.9x30 10 ply bias FWDs @ 60%; 2 18.4R42 GY_DT-710 @ 40-50%; 2 - Titan 23.1x30@30%; 1 - 18.4x30 @ 50%; 1 18.4x30 FS @ 90%; 10 cheap 20.8x38 bia, radial @ 20-24%, rims, bands, hardware.

709-0103, Allen Wald, Edgeley.

FOR SALE Antique horse dump rake; antique single gang disk; antique horse scraper; horse buggy parts - leaf springs, axles, metal steps and sled runners; antique GE stove.

693-2371, Rick Frueh, Martin.

FOR SALE 1,000 gal. propane tank, $1,000. 584-2611, David Hillius, Elgin.

WANTED 10’ power binder, International or JD, good shape. 486-3421, John Kleven, Medina.

WANTED Large air compressor tank with bad compressor. 974-3644, Loren Myran, Taylor.

WANTED Prairie dog hunters to come & hunt on my land, make reservations now. 597-3730, larryn@westriv.com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

FEED AND SEED FOR SALE Large round bales with a mixture of alfalfa, broom and grass. 597-3730, larryn@ westriv.com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

WANTED Alfalfa and mixed hay. 220-0985, Julie Dethloff, Bismarck.

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FOR SALE 1987 Westank 9,500 gal. aluminum tanker, used for spraying with Honda pump and mixing cone. 693-2371, Rick Frueh, Martin.

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE 1975 Cutlass Supreme 2 dr. hardtop, to be restored or for parts. 259-2140 or 739-8680, Myron Fowler, Michigan.

FOR SALE 1927 Model T Ford for parts, 2 bearings and a spindle, back and front axle, 16” wheels.

324-2459 weekends, Clarence Hoffer, Harvey.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE 1989 Pace Arrow motor home made

by Fleetwood, 34’, 454 Chev. chassis, 35,200 mi., rear bedroom, 2 air’s, Onan 5,000 watt generator, 20’ awning, like new, always shedded. 663-9061 or 2141154, Arnie Wagy, Mandan.

FOR SALE 1981 Buick Century, auto on floor, bucket seats, air, factory installed V-8 4.3 liter motor, mint condition; 1951 straight eight Buick. 597-3730. larryn@westriv.com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

FOR SALE Ranch style house for sale; 16’x80’ Detroiter mobile home, 3 bedroom, 2 bath; 4 - 900x10 tires and rims, like new. 2867383, Curt Hettich, Regan.

FOR SALE 1996 GMC Jimmy, automatic, 4 whl. drive, new tires, AC is not working, 160,000 mi., reg. maintenance, runs good, $1,700 obo. 435-2271, LuAnn or Darrell Martin, Courtenay.

FOR SALE 1993 Sportsman 5th wheel camper, rear kitchen, good condition, shedded, $5,600.

663-5978, G.H. Schaner, Mandan.

FOR SALE 1974 International 1600 truck, 41,000 mi., Rugby box and heavy hoist. 2526455, Myron Tarno, Jamestown.

WANTED Older 3/4 ton GM pickup, 6.2 diesel, 4 speed. 852-1150, Art Oen, Minot.

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE Gentle yearling, Bangs vaccinated Hereford heifers; red and black cow calf pairs. 220-0985, Julie Dethloff, Bismarck.

FOR SALE Reg. male llama. 762-3665, Marvin Weig, Kathryn.

303 farm acres, Benson County, ND. 7415963 or 215-1031, Beverly Allan, Grand Forks.

FOR SALE 28’ x 32’ house, 2 story w/entry, to be moved; 4’ x 8’ Brunswick pool table, 3/4 inch slate; 4 shallow well jet pumps. 6834809, Phil McDaniel, Englevale.

WANTED Old metal advertising signs, gas pumps, old metal oil cans, old advertising clocks or thermometers; old road signs, traps, knives, shell boxes, guns, old pop or old medicine bottles; old highway road signs; old 1 lb. coffee tin cans; ND pottery, carnival glass; ND books - 50 yrs. in the saddle. 258-0420 or 220-5746, Val Ganje, Bismarck.

COUNTY CALENDAR KIDDER – September 4 board meeting • 7 p.m.

Pettibone Fire Hall McLEAN – October 5 annual meeting • 7 p.m.

McLean Electric • election of officers, selection of delegates to state convention RICHLAND – October 14 Fairmount Local annual meeting • 2 p.m. • Fairmount Fire Dist. Hall • elections STARK – October 8 • membership meeting • 7 p.m.

Evergreen Assisted Living Center • annual audit

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Second Hawaii excursion planned It’s back by popular demand– the second Hawaii excursion trip is now being planned for North Dakota Farmers Union members.

The trip is scheduled for Jan. 24 - Feb. 2, 2013, and will feature stops at three islands including Oahu, Kauai and Maui. An optional two night extension to the big island will be offered as well. Cost includes 10 days, 13 meals, land and air.

Participants will stop at Pearl Harbor with tours of both the USS Arizona and USS Missouri; Waikiki beach; Dole plantation; Waimea Canyon; Fern Grotto; Steelgrass Chocolate Farm; and a polynesian luau.

NDFU Transportation Coordinator Jeff Willer explained that the trip’s cost has increased this year because of airfare and upgrades. He said, “Airfare went up 50 percent this year. We also added more tours and included more meals this year so people didn’t have as many out of pocket expenses at the islands. We added a lot of the extras most people had to pay for last year.

Hotel accommodations were also upgraded. We want this to be a great trip.”

More details are available by calling the state office at 800-3668331 ext. 108 for Susan or ext. 111 for Jeff. s

Samoan Chief gave a fire twirling demonstration during last year’s tour.

Hawaiian

Adventure NORTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION EXCURSION TOUR Jan. 24-Feb. 2 3 Islands – Oahu, Kauai, & Maui 10 days, 13 meals, land & air inclusive with optional two night Big Island Post Tour Extension HIGHLIGHTS: • Pearl Harbor USS Arizona and USS Missouri • Waikiki Beach • Dole Plantation • Waimea Canyon • Fern Grotto • Steelgrass Chocolate Farm • Polynesian Luau Go to www.ndfu.org for details or call 800-366-8331 ext 108, Susan or ext 111, Jeff 22

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Message from

the President

Take time to get involved North Dakota Farmers Union has been very busy this summer.

Among the many activities, NDFU has sponsored six farm bill forums, countless bus trips and tours, youth camps, day classes, co-op education and more.

Last month, we listened as members asked questions and representatives from our elected leadership educated us on the new farm bill. Parents wrote to the state office offering their thanks for the summer camping experience.

Cooperatives expressed their appreciation for training and workshop presentations. All in all, it’s been very gratifying to see so many people participate and hear

positive feedback about NDFU. This all leads me to conclude that whatever the event, NDFU has continued to keep family farmers and ranchers at the heart of our mission. We always strive to improve what we do and how we do things to enhance farming and ranching operations here in North Dakota. We can do that by continuing to work together on issues, inviting people to events and participating in activities.

Communication is key.

NDFU recently unveiled a

newly designed website as a way to better serve our membership.

The website has been revamped to focus more on news, events and sharing information at our fingertips. With just a click, you’ll be able to access current stories, issues and photos. You’ll be connected to what we’re doing and learn about ways to become involved.

It’s just one way we can continue to share information.

Your input is always welcome and I invite you to be active in your community, and our county and state organizations. When there is an opportunity to become involved or attend something, I hope you’ll take the initiative to come and learn more. The old phrase, “You get what you put in” is very true and you’ll receive many rewards by participating with NDFU. s

The NDFU Board of Governors and Board of Directors met in July to discuss a variety of topics including updates from Dakota Pride Cooperative, ND 2.0, Farmers Union Insurance, staffing concerns, scholarships, impacts of oil development and more. The meeting also addressed the fertilizer plant, conservation measure, animal cruelty issue, right to farm measure, a working group report and the state’s centennial farm program. A motion was made and seconded to adopt a resolution of support for Smoke Free ND. The motion passed unanimously.

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