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Mission Statement: Guided by our cooperative, legislative and educational goals, North Dakota Farmers Union is a grassroots organization committed to the advancement of family farm and ranch agriculture and quality of life for people everywhere through member advocacy, educational programs, cooperative initiatives and insurance services.

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In this issue

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Year in Review

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A rural retreat

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Sharing a meal

23. President’s message

January 2015 – Volume 62 • Number 1

North Dakota Union Farmer

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EDITOR: Anne Denholm 800-366-8331 • www.ndfu.org adenholm@ndfu.org POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: NDFU, PO Box 2136, Jamestown, ND 58402-2136 Copies mailed this issue: 33,823 • USPS 016-211

BOARD OF DIRECTORS: President: Mark Watne Vice President: Bob Kuylen Secretary: Ellen Linderman Treasurer: Terry Borstad James Kerzman; Wes Niederman Jr.; Dennis Stromme; Jim Teigen; Ronda Throener

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Year in Review Celebrate NDFU accomplishments of 2014 Time marches forward. So, too, does the work of North Dakota Farmers Union on behalf of farm and ranch families and people everywhere. We take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments made in 2014 under President Mark Watne’s first year of leadership:

Passage of the farm bill Farmers Union members were successful in getting a farm bill signed into law that contained important provisions for crop and livestock producers, including a strong crop insurance program; livestock disaster program funding (retroactive to fiscal year 2012); mandatory funding for energy title programs; retention of countryof-origin labeling; retention of permanent law; and funding to enforce the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Act to support fair and competitive markets for family farmers and ranchers.

Action on railcar issues NDFU members were instrumental in raising state and national awareness on significant delays in the rail delivery of fertilizer to North Dakota and lack of railcar deliveries to move agricultural products to market. NDFU showed that delays were due to railroad prioritization of crude oil over agricultural products. Subsequent federal action by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board now requires all Class I railroads to publicly file weekly data reports on their service performance to promote industrywide transparency, accountability, and improved service.

More campers

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The number of youth that attended Farmers Union Camp over the summer soared.

Popular meetings

NDFU co-hosted farm bill informational meetings with FSA that drew hundreds of farmers from across the state.

Donations to education and ag research

NDFU and FUI contributed $60,000 to the Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives to strengthen co-op curriculum taught at NDSU and for developing high school curriculum to prepare the next generation of co-op patrons and leaders. A $100,000 donation to the National Agricultural Genotyping Center, located at NDSU, was also made by NDFU through Farmers Union Enterprises. The center’s research will help growers and scientists identify crop diseases before they become visible to the naked eye.

New insurance products

The Farmers Union Service Association, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NDFU, added new product lines to Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Company’s portfolio and worked on developing online buying for members. The mutual company celebrated its 70th anniversary of serving farm, ranch and city families.

Record conference attendance

New attendance records were set for two conferences hosted at the state office during the year – the Precision Ag Conference and the

Women in Leadership Development Conference.

Fertilizer plant construction

CHS Inc.’s announcement to move forward with a $3 billion stateof-the-art fertilizer manufacturing plant at Spiritwood validated NDFU’s research and business plan development for the idea. CHS executives working on the project are operating out of the NDFU state office.

Defeat of Measure 5

NDFU led the agriculture community’s united coalition effort to defeat The Clean Water, Wildlife and Parks Amendment. The measure would have allowed for land acquisitions by conservation groups and mandated spending in the state’s constitution, setting aside 5 percent of the state’s oil extraction tax for 25 years.

Fourth restaurant

NDFU announced the future opening of a fourth Founding Farmers restaurant in Tysons Corner, Va. The current restaurants achieved $1 million in profits in 2014 and served 25,000 people per week.

Legislative advocacy

NDFU continued to work for a positive outcome on producer issues that included the beef checkoff, Renewable Fuel Standard, Waters of the U.S. proposed rule, and challenges to country-of-origin labeling. s

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Conference examined transportation issues in North Dakota and region Won W. Koo, director of the NDSU Center for Agricultural Policy and Trade Studies, along with U.S. Senators Heitkamp and Hoeven, hosted the Post-Harvest Handling and Transportation for Agricultural Products: Issues and Alternatives conference on Dec. 8-9 at Ramada Plaza Hotel and Conference Center in Fargo.

Sen. Heitkamp stated, “This conference was important to examine the transportation challenges and issues that farmers and producers in the region have been facing.

Farmers, grain elevator operators and processors have had difficulty getting ag products to market in a timely fashion in part because of rail congestion and delays.”

According to Hoeven, the real solution for ag rail shipping will be a sustained capital investment.

He said, “Our state’s economy and population are growing. Our railroad infrastructure needs to grow with them. BNSF and CP need to add more rail capacity as well as more locomotives, rail cars and crews to move people and products.”

Both senators, along with farm groups and agriculture industry representatives,

North Dakota Farmers Union staffer Dane Braun participated in a panel discussion on ways to improve the transportation system.

Panelists speaking on ways to improve the transportation system are pictured from left to right: North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Julie Fedorchak, North Dakota Wheat Commission Administrator Neal Fisher and Dane Braun, agricultural specialist from NDFU.

pressed for additional Surface Transportation Board (STB) oversight on railways.

NDFU Agricultural Strategist Dane Braun spoke on the need for a robust rail and transportation system. He said that there is a great need for continued communication among all parties.

In October, the STB said it would begin collecting more information from all railways to allow for better understanding of the magnitude and impact of current service issues.

According to the latest USDA Grain Transportation Report, U.S. railroads originated 22,724 carloads of grain during the week ending Nov. 22, down 3% from the previous week, up 1% from 2013, and 6% higher than the 3-year average.

The conference was the first forum to bring together decision makers from across the board to discuss the needs of an efficient transportation system.

Panelists and speakers addressed a variety of topics and explored the complexity of the current situation. s

COOL comes under legislative attack In late October, a ruling from the World Trade Organization (WTO) on the popular Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL) law said that COOL compliance with international trade agreements demonstrated the legitimate nature of COOL’s objective, and found that the 2013 labels provided better, more accurate information to consumers.

Nonetheless, the ruling also found that the amount of information consumers were receiving and the production costs were unbalanced.

The decision, as it has been issued, was appealed in late November by the U.S. Trade Representative and will be decided in 2015.

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Since the decision to appeal, Congress passed an appropriations bill, the 2015 Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, that directs the secretary of agriculture to propose changes to the COOL law. NFU and the United States Cattlemen’s Association sent a letter to leadership in the House and the Senate detailing a strong objection to this language in the bill. Both are concerned that the report language included on COOL could be used as an opportunity to stop the appeals process at the WTO or re-open the legislation that mandated COOL, both of which are unacceptable.

NFU contends that U.S. trade negotiators should pursue all options available to ensure that COOL remains in effect. NFU has also urged Congress not to react prematurely to amend the rule and to stay the course on COOL. North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne, “We don’t need to stop our country-of-origin labeling law. We need to see the WTO process through. We need to call on our congressional delegation to oppose these targeted attacks against North Dakota livestock producers and consumers.” s

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CHS holds annual meeting

Driving momentum to grow CHS Inc. held their annual meeting on Dec. 4-5 in Minneapolis.

All North Dakota Farmers Union State Board members attended along with several staff including Amanda Martin, Lucy Bardell, Dale Enerson, Dane Braun and Farmers Union Mutual Insurance General Manager Mark Anderson.

Company leaders reported that CHS must capture new opportunities to build on the momentum that has driven its robust growth and strong financial performance.

“The unprecedented success this company has achieved in recent years has delivered tremendous value for you – in dependable input supplies, market opportunity, economic returns and investments in your future,” Carl Casale, CHS president and chief executive officer, told farmerowners, cooperative leaders and others attending its 2014 annual meeting. “CHS remains in motion, on a trajectory for exciting new destinations. But we can never put our future on autopilot. We must constantly recharge our momentum, finding new ways to increase our speed and adjusting our trajectory to stay ahead of competitive forces,” he said.

Casale addressed nearly 2,500 member-owners. The meeting – which carried the theme “Momentum” – outlined how CHS will achieve its three objectives: investing in the future, delivering direct economic value to owners and remaining financially strong for its owners.

CHS Board Chairman David Bielenberg, an Oregon farmer, told the audience “momentum is all about staying power. That’s why, as a board, we are 100 percent owner-focused and committed to maintaining a strong, successful company that is your first choice for products, services and marketing, and one that delivers a direct economic return. Not only today, but for many tomorrows.”

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performance, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tim Skidmore said CHS delivered outstanding results in fiscal 2014 that included strong earnings and revenues, significant economic returns to its owners and major investments, all supported by the strongest balance sheet in company history.

For fiscal 2014 (from Sept.1, 2013 – Aug. 31, 2014), CHS reported net NDFU Vice President Bob Kuylen attended the CHS annual income of $1.1 meeting along with other State Board members including President Mark Watne, Terry Borstad, James Kerzman, billion on revenues of $42.7 billion, each Wes Niederman, Ellen Linderman, Ronda Throener, Jim Teigen and Dennis Stromme. the second best in projects at its Laurel, Mont., company history. refinery.

The company also returned an • Issued $1.4 billion in preferred unprecedented $637.2 million to stock on the NASDAQ exchange its owners in cash and preferred over the past 18 months; this stock. Based on fiscal 2014 results, included retiring previously earned CHS will distribute an estimated cooperative owner qualified equity $518 million in cash in fiscal 2015, with $200 million in preferred stock. consisting of patronage, equity • Acquired Terral River Service, redemptions and preferred stock securing storage and ensuring dividends. fertilizer supply in the Delta region.

In addition to company updates, • Purchased an ethanol plant the meeting included a full day at Rochelle, Ill., with 133 million of interactive exhibits, nearly four gallons of annual production. dozen educational sessions and • Completed a $30 million a keynote address from Sheryl production expansion, along with Connelly, in-house futurist for Ford equipment and food quality process Motor Company, on consumer upgrades in Creston, Iowa. trends that will influence agriculture.

• Became an owner of a Among those also attending the grain export terminal being built meeting were 155 farmers and at Necochea, Argentina, providing ranchers from across the U.S. who access to growing Asia-Pacific took part in the CHS New Leaders markets.

Forum, a program that builds next • Opened four new propane generation leaders for agriculture terminals and made other and rural America. significant investments to ensure Recent CHS business highlights secure supply amid the loss of a include: major regional distribution pipeline.

• Announced that the company • Invested in the future of would proceed with plans to agriculture, cooperatives and rural construct a $3 billion fertilizer communities with $10.5 million in manufacturing plant. contributions. s • Initiated $406 million in January 2015

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Register for the Precision Ag Summit Everyone is invited to the fourth annual Precision Agriculture Action Summit on Jan. 19-20 at the North Dakota Farmers Union Conference Center in Jamestown.

The technology landscape of the agricultural industry is rapidly evolving and this event is designed to familiarize producers with advances in technology and provide clarity and exposure to specific precision ag practices. Experts will share information about technologies, tools and equipment that can be used to optimize operations, maximize yields and increase profitability.

The 2015 Precision Ag Summit is hosted by North Dakota Farmers Union and the Research Corridor and co-organized by the Dakota

USDA recertifies the state mediation service for 2015 Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says the U.S. Department of Agriculture has recertified the North Dakota Mediation Service (NDMS) through Sept. 30, 2015.

“USDA’s Farm Service Agency has informed me that the mediation service meets all federal statutory and regulatory requirements and will continue to receive federal funds for the coming year,” Goehring said. “This certification means North Dakota farmers and ranchers can call on NDMS to provide them with an affordable means of resolving disputes and often avoiding costly litigation.”

NDMS handled more than 60 cases this past year. The cases included credit issues, landowner disputes and conflicts arising from energy development.

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and impartial mediation service, and that their information will be kept confidential.”

A program of the North Dakota Department of Agriculture, NDMS (formerly the North Dakota Agricultural Mediation Service), was established in 1984 to help financially distressed farmers and ranch­ers through assistance with credit and financial matters and resolving disputes.

The 2011 Legislature expanded the agency’s responsibilities to include dispute resolution of property issues related to energy development and landowner disputes with the North Dakota Game and Fish Department related to damage caused by deer on winter livestock feed supplies.

North Dakota Mediation Service policies are established by the North Dakota Credit Review Board.

To request mediation services or learn more about the program, please call 701-328-4158 or online at www.nd.gov/ndda.s

Precision Ag Center and North Dakota State University Department of Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering.

Sessions, demonstrations and workshops to explore will include: • Optical Sensors • Crop Data

Management • Soil Technology • Production Ag Robotics • Economics of Ag and Investments • UAS Technology and Equipment • Using UAS • Data Management • Mapping Imagery Register online at: www. theresearchcorridor.com/ precisionagsummit2015 s

Upcoming truck weight workshops The North Dakota TruckWeight Education and Outreach Program addresses concerns from state, county, city and township transportation authorities regarding damage from heavy trucks. The program promotes voluntary truck-weight compliance, to reduce damage to public roads and highways from overweight vehicles. Upcoming sessions will be held: • Wednesday, Jan.7, in Rugby • Thursday, Jan.8, in Washburn • Thursday, Feb.12, in Cooperstown • Friday, Feb.13, in Jamestown Please call or e-mail to register by contacting Denise Brown at 701-328-9856 or denise.brown.1@ndsu.s

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Can I donate to Invest An Acre online?

Yes! Go to investanacre.org and click on the donation tab. Your donation will help provide resources to help your local food bank serve those in need in your community.

Can I write a check? Will that donation be matched?

Yes, write a check pauable to Invest An Acre and send it to:

Feeding America Invest An Acre Program 35 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 2000 Chicago, Illinois 60601

We will match your donation as long as it fits the program guidelines.

Can my donation be directed to my local pantry?

Any eligible pantry that receives food from a Feeding America food bank is eligible. You will need to talk to your elevator operator at the time you decide to donate and make sure that the pantry name, city, state and zip code are listed on your donation form.

Is 100% of my donation routed to my local food bank or pantry?

Yes. Through the generous support of the Howard G. Buffet Foundation, there are no adminitrative costs associated with your gift.

When will the farmer donation be distributed? Is the match included?

All Invest An Acre donations will be distributed on a quarterly basis. Each donation will be received by your local food bank within a maximum of 90 days. Any qualifying match dollars will be distributed at the same time.

How does the match program work?

As one of the founding partners of the Invest An Acre Program, Monsanto has generously offered to match farmer donations, dollar for dollar, up to $675,000 this year. Each time a farmer donates, Monsanto will provide an equal donation to your local food bank. This match is intended for and will be utlilized for rural communities only.

What other matches are available?

Depending on where you farm, there are additional matches available. Farm Credit Services of America will match your donation up to $500 in Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota and Wyoming. This $250,000 match program will run from September 1, 2014 - August 31, 2015. Scoular Company will match up to $10,000 for every one of their farmer donations in Nebraska from April 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015.

These matches are in addition to the dollar-for-dollar match!

Who can I contact if I have questions?

Contact the Invest An Acre Program Manager at Investanacre@feedingamerica.org or at 877-267-6547.

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Discover Coteau des Prairies Lodge just outside Rutland, in Havana, ND

Perched on the prairie

BY ANNE DENHOLM, NDFU

There’s a lot of small towns in North Dakota but in the southeastern part of the state, Havana has a big surprise for visitors.

A few miles out of town, the Coteau des Prairies Lodge sits perched on a ridge, allowing visitors to take in a breathtaking view of the valley below. It’s part of the charm for this one-of-a-kind destination.

Owner Joe Breker explained, “This lodge is a great getaway and a perfect place to host special events, meetings and weddings.

There are 10 rooms with the capacity to sleep 20-40 guests comfortably. We have many unique spaces including a great room, kitchen, conference room, a south view lounge, balcony, loft, lookout and deck.”

Joe’s daughter, Olivia, manages the lodge which opened in October 2012, although it wasn’t quite finished until June 2013.

She said, “We have had visitors from 47 states and seven countries. We host a lot of weddings and family reunions here. It’s a great facility for that.”

Breker explained that part of the motivation to open the lodge was the connection to agriculture.

“I grew up on a family farm and my dad always wanted to buy this pastureland.

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Built by a farm family, this rustic lodge offers visitors spectacular views and a chance to learn about area agriculture and history.

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business. Thirty years later, that’s a reality for both of us. We actually used logs from his forest to make this lodge.”

Breker and his wife started a limited liability corporation to help build the facility. About 85 percent of the business is owned by family members, although his roommate from college is a shareholder in the business, too.

“When people are visiting the lodge, they can see agriculture at work. We offer tours to my family farm so that people can learn about planting and harvesting. They can look at the cattle and watch them graze in the fields below. They can see the tractors and ask questions,” said Breker. s To contact the Lodge, call 701-680-1175 or e-mail: olivia@cdplodge.com

Each bedroom is unique and features a handmade quilt that area ladies created for the lodge. There are 10 rooms.

There are many unique spaces throughout the lodge. Custom logs from native North Dakota pine and steel architecture makes each room interesting and beautiful.

Decorating touches like the buffalo head and antique tools add a country flair to each space.

Making a stop at each state With only three states left to visit, the Drensek family has almost reached their goal of visiting all 50 states before Ralph Jr. graduates from high school this year.

Ralph Sr. explained, “When Ralph Jr. was two years old, we bought him a United States map. I traveled quite a bit and so they (Angela and Ralph Jr.) would follow my trips on the map.”

Angela added, “We started traveling together when Ralph Jr. was in first grade and decided to start checking off each state we visited. Then, we decided to make it our goal to travel the entire U.S.” Each year, Ralph Jr. researchs different states and tries to find unusual destinations. Then, the family plans the trip Ralp together.They have just three states left to visit: West h Dren Jr., his m s Virginia, Delaware and Alaska. near ek from other An M R g state utland a adison, ela and “We’ve done the whole planes, trains and s.

Ala., Ralp s pa r h v t of t automobiles over the years. We’ve seen it all,” said heir isited th Sr. e Lo ques dg t to vi Angela. sit a e ll 50 Ralph Jr. just smiled and said. “It’s been a lot of fun!” s Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

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New benefits with membership card North Dakota Farmers Union will be sending out a newlydesigned membership card.

Members will receive their card whenever their membership anniversary date corresponds with a monthly printing date.

A full list of benefits is listed online at www.ndfu.com/ membership. They include: • Orriginals, Inc. in Jamestown: 25% off printed or embroidered apparel.

• Applebee’s: 10% off (not valid with other discounts) at locations in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Williston, Devils Lake and Dickinson.

• Founding Farmers: 10% off - Washington, D.C., Potomac, MD, Tysons Corner, VA. • Farmers Fishers Bakers: 10% off - Washington, D.C. • Hotel discounts: Varies around the state. Check with each hotel or see ndfu.org for listing.

Offers are subject to change.

DISCOUNTS THROUGH A FARMERS UNION INSURANCE AGENT • Aflac – discount available when purchased from a Farmers Union Insurance agent • ID Theft 911 – free to all policyholders • John Hancock – long term care insurance – 5-10% discount when purchased from an agent • Med America – 5-10% discount when purchased from an agent • TransAmerica – 5-10% discount when purchased from an FUI agent • Young Driver Discount – must

have a FUI policy.

DISCOUNTS THROUGH NATIONAL FARMERS UNION • Avis Rental Car • Budget Rental Car • CVS/Walgreens • Office Depot • LifeLock Identity Theft Protection • VPI Pet Insurance

Meet the NDFU Legislative Team

When the Legislative session convenes in January, North Dakota Farmers Union will be sending in these staff members to lobby for issues that benefit agriculture. As the largest general farm organization in the state, NDFU represents more than 40,000 farm and ranch families. NDFU is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality of life of families on the land and in communities across the state.

Feel free to contact them with any questions or concerns. They welcome feedback from members and encourage people to testify on important issues that affect their operation. Call -800-366-8331 or e-mail: kpulvermacher@ndfu.org.

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Dane Braun

Kristi Carlson

Pam Musland

Richard Schlosser

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Women selected to attend conference A group of North Dakota women have been selected to attend the National Farmers Union Women’s Conference in Florida, courtesy of the Women in Leadership Development (WILD) committee at North Dakota Farmers Union.

Interested participants had to complete a short application and eight women were selected including: Shelly Ziesch - Pettibone Carmen Rath-Wald - Napoleon Christie Jaeger - Esmond Alyssa Steiner - Dickinson

Sheila Ostrem - Rugby Libby Gravning - Hettinger Lori Carlson - Jamestown Rochelle Bitz - Napoleon The NFU Women’s Conference, is specifically designed for farm and rural women and is based on the well-respected Annie’s Project education program.

The event will provide participants with tools and information to confidently manage risks in their farm or ranch operations and develop leadership skills.

“Family farm operations are more successful when each person in the management team better understands strategic planning, business analysis, family dynamics, and transferring operations from one generation to the next,” said NFU President Roger Johnson.

“This conference builds on our experience in providing adult education classes for women in agriculture.”

The conference will be held Jan. 17–21 in Clearwater Beach, Fla. For registration information, go to nfu. org. s

REGIONAL EVENTS: Dickinson - Feb. 7 Fargo - March 21 Minot - March 28 Devils Lake - March 28

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW– Details coming soon!

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Celebrating Thanksgiving together Annual dinner served in Jamestown

BY ANNE DENHOLM, NDFU

On Thanksgiving Day, a total of 661 meals were served including 299 that were delivered in the Jamestown area.

It’s a tradition that started 24 years ago when Fritz Buegel opened his restaurant up for 20 people who needed a meal on Thanksgiving Day. Since that time, the event has grown and flourished in Jamestown. Today, the Community Thanksgiving Dinner serves over 650 people and is held at Concordia Lutheran Church to accommodate more people.

Lisa Boerger of Jamestown is the stepdaughter of Buegel and helps organize the annual meal.

“Fritz always had a vision to serve 500 people and we’ve done that now. We have a lot of the same volunteers that help out each year. We have

Volunteers Betty Mahlke and Sue Corwin work together to prepare the stuffing which is cooked at the University of Jamestown kitchen.

Jacinda Neustel and Amy Neustel spray 20 roaster pans before baking the turkeys and side dishes.

Volunteers cook 24–25 pound turkeys for the community meal in addition to 700 rolls, two cases of potatoes, three cases of corn and eight cases of pies.

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a lot of people donate items, too. Everyone does their part,” Boerger said.

There are people who sign up to help decorate the tables, prepare and cook the food, cut up the turkey, serve the meal and make deliveries.

Volunteer and NDFU staff member Sue Corwin added, “It’s all about helping the community. It’s a free meal for anyone who wants to eat here with us.”

In addition to serving a traditional Thanksgiving feast of turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, cranberries, stuffing, pies and rolls, volunteers also come in to entertain the guests.

Jamestown High School student Christianna Eckstein played violin for the crowd along with two friends. She said, “It’s fun to do it.”

Sunday School students also prepare crafts and hand out their creations.

Another coordinator, Amy Neustel, said that the meal brings people together. She said, “Not only do people get to have a great meal but the volunteers have fun, too. We have worked together for years now and we always pull it together. We’ve kind of become our own kind of Thanksgiving family.” s Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

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Farmers Union Insurance sponsored a Fargo Force night on Dec. 12 to benefit Make-A-Wish North Dakota. Children and their families were invited to attend the game and meet Santa. For every ticket sold, a portion was given back to Make-A-Wish.

North Dakota Farmers Union employees supported the Salvation Army Angel Tree project this year. The office Christmas tree was decorated with numbered paper tags with the first name, age and gender of a child in need of presents.

Contributors removed one or more tags from the tree and purchased appropriate gifts for the child or children described on the tags. Farmers Union took care of 12 families this year through the Angel Tree program.

Farmers Union Insurance agent Cynthia Farbo (right) presented a check to Pastor Bonnie Weaver for the Cando Food Pantry.

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A new sign is hanging at Scheels Arena in Fargo thanks to Farmers Union Insurance. Area agents are featured on the board.

Farmers Union Insurance agent Brian Nieuwenhuis (left) presented a $2,000 donation to Jason Ermer, Garrison High School Athletic Director, to be used for the Trooper Sports Complex project at the high school.

Dakota Plains Cooperative in Valley City hosted their annual Santa Day on Saturday, Dec. 13. People stopped by the co-op to meet Santa, enjoy holiday treats and great store specials.

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During NDFU summer camp, six youth were elected to serve on the State Youth Advisory Council. Pictured from left to right: Kylee Reiser, Emme Aipperspach, Lorenzo Strand, Bailey Bitz and Emily McKay. Not pictured: Kali Schwartzenberger.

Meet 2015 SYAC and NYAC members State representatives

At summer camps, youth vote for representatives to serve on the State Youth Advisory Council (SYAC). Each member serves as a liaison for the NDFU youth program and helps define issues that impact youth today. The council meets three times during the year and attends two senior camps the following summer at no cost.

Here’s an introduction to the 2015 SYAC members:

Emme Aipperspach

Emerald (Emme) is the daughter of James and Patricia Aipperspach of Beulah. She has been involved with Farmers Union for nine years and has participated in day classes, junior and senior camps, helped run day classes and served as a junior counselor. She said, “It’s great being part of NDFU. It has helped me grow as a leader and I feel accepted by everyone. I get to be myself and it is a blast!”

Emme enjoys music, skating, reading and Netflix. She is involved in the Beulah High School FFA program and student council. She plans to pursue a law degree in college.

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Bailey Bitz

From Napoleon, Bailey is the daughter of Jim and Jackie Bitz.

She has been active in Napoleon High School with FFA and student council and enjoys watching Netflix and playing the piano. With 12 years of NDFU involvement, Bailey has been to day classes, junior and senior camps, state convention and All-States camp. She said she wants to create an awesome camp experience for new and returning campers. “People can get more involved by participating in coops, district meetings, day classes and learning about ag issues.

They should be part of Farmers Union because it is an amazing organization that encourages young people to become leaders.”

Emily McKay

Emily grew up on a farm outside of Valley City and is the daughter of William and Kimberly McKay. Emily plans to become a nurse practitioner after graduating from high school. She has attended Farmers Union activities for 10 years and participated in high school volleyball, track, tennis, peer facilitating and student council. She shared, “The greatest thing about

Farmers Union is meeting new people in a fun environment.”

Kylee Reiser

Kylee is the daughter of Jasen and Kara Reiser of Turtle Lake. She has attended eight years of day classes, junior and senior camps and state convention. Kylee enjoys food, farming, volleyball, showing heifers and having fun. According to Kylee, everything about NDFU camp is fun. She said, “I can’t pick one favorite memory because I have too many! I love getting to know everyone and meeting amazing people.”

Kylee plans to attend North Dakota State University after graduating from Turtle Lake-Mercer High School.

Kali Schwartzenberger

Growing up in Napoleon, Kali has been a lifelong Farmers Union member with 12 years experience.

She has attended junior and senior camps, day classes and award trips. In addition, Kali worked as a junior camp counselor. Her favorite parts of camp include the banquet, campfires, dances and watching the sunrise. She said, “What I am looking forward to the most about Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

being on SYAC is getting the youth more involved. Whether it’s day classes, camps or being a leader, I want everyone to experience the joy and excitement Farmers Union has brought me.”

After graduation, Kali wants to pursue a nursing degree from the University of Mary.

Lorenzo Strand

This Enderlin native is the son of Brent and Angela Strand. He grew up on a farm and wants to pursue a farm operations and management degree from Northland Community and Technical College after graduation. He has been involved with Farmers Union for eight years with day classes, state convention, junior camps and senior camps.

Lorenzo stated, “Being part of NDFU gives you confidence with people. I like to meet new people and I’m looking forward to being a part of the whole planning process on SYAC.”

National Youth Advisory Council (NYAC), members were elected at All-States Camp and three are from North Dakota. Pictured from left are Nicollette Bitz, Sen. Heitkamp, Lexie Weber and RaeLyn Leier, who met during the National Farmers Union Fly-in this fall.

National representatives: Nicollette Bitz

Nicollette is the daughter of Darrell and Danita Bitz. She has been an active youth in the North Dakota Farmers Union family by participating in many years of camps, classes, award trips and earned the Torchbearer award.

RaeLyn Leier

RaeLyn is the daughter of Barb and Francis Leier of Fargo. She earned her Torchbearer Award this year and addressed the audience as a NYAC member during the Torchbearer ceremony.

Lexie Weber

Lexie is the daughter of Jill and the late Bradley Weber of New Rockford. As an active teen, Weber has gone to day classes and camp since she was eligible, went to All-States camp and earned the Torchbearer award. s

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2015

JUNIOR CAMPS (for grades 3-6)

Wesley Acres - near Valley City June 14-17 Benson, Cavalier, Eddy, Foster,

Grand Forks, Griggs, Nelson, Pembina, Pierce, Ramsey, Rolette, Steele, Towner, Walsh, Wells July 12-15 Cass, Traill July 15-18 Dickey, LaMoure, Ransom July 19-22 Emmons, Logan, McIntosh, Richland, Sargent July 22-25 Barnes, Kidder, Stutsman

Heart Butte - near Elgin June 14-17 Adams, Bowman/Slope, Grant,

Hettinger, Morton, Sioux June 17-20 Billings/Golden Valley, Dunn, McLean, Mercer, McKenzie, Oliver, Stark July 12-15 Bottineau, Burke, Divide, McHenry, Mountrail, Renville, Ward, Williams July 15-18 Burleigh, Sheridan

SENIOR CAMPS (for grades 7-12)

Heart Butte

June 22-26 July 6-10 July 20-24 July 27-31 August 3-7

Gr. 7-12 Gr. 7-12 Gr. 7-9 Gr. 7-12 Gr. 11-12

AWARD TRIPS

7th & 8th Grade Camp Kick-off Lock-in • Mar. 28-29 All-States Leadership Camp • June 20-27 Third Year Award Tour • July 7-9 Sixth Grade Award Day • July 10 January 2015

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

NORTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION

is seeking positive and responsible leaders to mentor campers grades 3 thru 12 All camp facility and program staff positions are available to adults over 18 and at least one year out of high school.

Farmers Union background is not necessary – interest in youth is required.

Locations at NDFU Heart Butte Camp, near Elgin and Wesley Acres, near Dazey CPR/First Aid Training (provided) • Lifeguard Training (provided) Attendance at all summer staff meetings (paid) which includes: Get Acquainted Weekend, Jamestown in April 10 days of leadership training at Heart Butte Farmers Union Camp (end of May through beginning of June) TBD

Positions

Qualifications

male & female counselors head & assistant cooks camp caretaker For questions contact Mary Mertens at: mmertens@ndfu.org 800-366-8331, ext. 130 or 218-791-1561 For applications visit our website: ndfu.org/resources-forms.php Application deadline: Friday, Feb. 27, 2015

Must exhibit the following characteristics: • Ability to work independently • Positive attitude • Responsibility • Dependability • Leadership • Patience • Maturity • Integrity

Benefits New leadership opportunities • Networking Develop leadership skills • Expand your knowledge Fun interacting with Farmers Union youth

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December brought a bevy of legislative and regulatory actions, including a spending bill to avoid another government shutdown.

Important tax breaks for family farmers were extended and important programs attacked.

House Agriculture Panels Reorganized

The incoming House Agriculture Committee Chairman Michael Conaway, R-Texas, has reorganized the subcommittee structure to include six subcommittees compared to the previous total of five. The new subcommittees include: • General Farm Commodities and Risk Management • Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit • Conservation and Forestry • Nutrition • Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research • Livestock and Foreign Agriculture

Targets Still Not Set for RFS

In November 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to reduce the 2014 blending targets for the RFS. Yet, observers are still waiting on the administration to finalize targets that were supposed to be completed in June. NFU’s hope is that the delay is due to EPA efforts to get the numbers right, as it has been particularly painful for the renewable fuels industry, making planning difficult and attracting new investment virtually impossible.

In December, Janet McCabe, acting assistant administrator for the EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation, spoke on behalf of the administration in front of the House Oversight and Government

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Reform Subcommittee, saying that the agency is currently working on scheduling the timetable for 20142016 targets.

New Direction for Beef Checkoff

USDA announced in November it was seeking input from the public to guide its development of a new industry-funded promotion, research and information order, or “checkoff program,” for beef.

This came after over three and a half years of talks between major beef industry stakeholders could not come to a consensus on appropriate reform for the broken and inflexible current program.

In early December, NFU kicked off a media push to set the record straight on issues with the current beef checkoff and appropriate reforms. NFU President Roger Johnson made the case for a new direction for the beef checkoff, outlining principles to guide the creation of a new beef checkoff program provided the old one was repealed by Congress. The principles were as follows: The modernized beef checkoff should be a single program, modeled after the 1996 Act, which would ensure the program is a more effective tool for increasing beef demand both domestically and internationally.

The new beef checkoff would have a clear separation of the policy organization from the nonpolitical, promotional checkoff entity patterned after other checkoffs.

This would ensure that checkoff funds are not working against the economic interests of its members.

The modernized checkoff program should exclude processors and importers from positions of leadership, ensuring that beef producers are always at the helm with a clear vision of the industry’s

North Star.

The new checkoff should be able to review referendums every five years by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that offer the option of a program recall by a simple majority vote.

The new checkoff should be precluded from allocating a single dime to any organization engaged in lobbying. The important research, promotion and marketing functions of the checkoff must be divorced from politics.

Language in the 2015 Appropriations Act directs the secretary of agriculture to refrain from implementing a reformed beef checkoff program despite USDA’s notice of inquiry for public comment on the program.

National Convention Set for March 14-17

Plans are underway for the 113th National Farmers Union Convention to be held March 14-17, in Wichita, Kan. The convention is the cornerstone event for the Farmers Union family. During the convention, attendees are afforded the opportunity to hear from a wide variety of speakers, tour the local area, attend educational sessions, have their voices heard on official NFU policy, as well as spend time with their fellow Farmers Union members. President Roger Johnson will give his annual State of the Farmers Union address, reviewing the year’s accomplishments, obstacles and focus for the coming year.

More information and registration is on NFU’s website at www.NFU.org/convention. You can also contact Melisa Augusto, NFU director of membership and marketing, with any questions. You are encouraged to register and reserve your hotel room early. s

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The Food Year in Review FROM FOUNDING FARMERS RESTAURANT GROUP

It was another great year in Washington, D.C., for growth and prosperity at Founding Farmers restaurants and Farmers Fishers Bakers.

We believe that the success of our restaurants has everything to do with the tireless hard work and dedication of the operations team, management and entire staff. Here is just a taste of what the restaurants and those partnerships produced together in 2014:

Reader Awards & Recognition

• OpenTable’s Most-Booked Restaurant, January 2015 marks 48 consistent months that Founding Farmers D.C. has been the #1 most-booked restaurant in the world • Bethesda (MD) Magazine Readers’ Poll Awards, 2014: • Best Restaurant

• Most Inventive Cocktails • Best Craft Beer Selection • Best Places: Girls Night Out + Couples Night Out • Best Cocktails, 10 Best Places for Mother’s Day Brunch, Founding Farmers D.C. (USA TODAY) • Best Contemporary American Restaurant, Founding Farmers DC (Washington City Paper, Readers’ Choice award winner) • The Greenest Restaurants in America, Founding Farmers (D.C. + Montgomery County – the Daily Meal) Union Farmer • www.ndfu.org

• LEED Silver Certification, Farmers Fishers Bakers, by the U.S. Green Building Council

Business & Community Involvement

This year, we were happy to lend our support through our philanthropic and partnership measures, fundraising, and charitybased events by contributing food or beverage, talent, volunteer and/or financial support for giving back to the communities where our restaurants are fortunate to operate. We continue to support the Scholarship for Sustainability at George Washington University (GW). Our partnership apiary was funded for a fourth season for the biology department at GW. We have hosted a number of tours for hospitality and business students across the spectrum of primary, secondary, graduate study and internship programs to encourage more students to explore careers in food service and hospitality.

Our participation continues in events such as Spoon University’s “Taste Talks,” a forum created to empower and inform our youth about local food sourcing, sustainability and food industry entrepreneurship. We supported healthy choices at the National Bike to Work Day event at Georgetown’s Waterfront Park and we lended our support to D.C.’s Ovarian Cancer Gala, the St. Jude Gourmet Gala, and a dozen other causes.

Press, Radio & TV Coverage

From international, domestic, and regional press to local publications and online sources, Founding Farmers and Farmers Fishers Bakers garnered more than 1,000 mentions, features or promotional attention in both print and digital news and informational sites this year.

Mentions were listed in publications such as: USA Today, Time, Zagat, Refinery 29, Grand Forks Herald, City Eats, Dining in D.C., CBS Local/D.C., The Washington Post, Business Travel Destinations, Parade, The Minot Daily News, Washingtonian Magazine, Yahoo, Livability, WUSA Channel 9/D.C., Georgia Restaurant Association, National Geographic … and The Cooking Channel, where our very own Executive Pastry Chef Ashley Soto recently won Best In Chow: The Great American Doughnut Wars!

This all adds up to more than 1,300,000 guests served in the restaurants in 2014, by more than 500 employees across all restaurants. From everyone at Farmers Restaurant Group, we wish you a happy and successful New Year, and look forward to hearing about your next visit to any of the restaurants in 2015! s

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS Classified ad space is free and available to NDFU members. Ads will run one time only.

Ads must be mailed, e-mailed or faxed.

NO ADS WILL BE TAKEN OVER THE PHONE. Include your name, address, phone number and mail to: NDFU Classifieds PO Box 2136 • Jamestown ND 58402-2136 e-mail: bthoms@ndfu.org Fax: 701-252-6584 • 701-952-0102 Deadline is January 15 Contact us to repeat your ad. Limit - 175 words.

FARM EQUIPMENT FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 1996 9600 JD combine, 930R head w/ finger reel, 2005 914 pickup head, 224 sunflower head, 2013 36’ tricycle style header trailer w/lights, $55,000; 1460 IH combine, Case IH 1010 head w/finger reel, 810 pickup head, $10,000; 8640 JD tractor w/ez-steer and 2002 Summers 1,500 gal., 100’ boom sprayer, $40,000; 895 Versatile tractor, $22,500; 2000 Case IH Concord 2010 air hoe drill w/NH3 kit, $35,000; 1,415 and 1,000 gal NH3 tanks.

764-6410, Casey Lund, Killdeer.

FOR SALE New optical blockage sensors for FlexiCoil or CNH drills with 1” seed hose, $70 ea. obo.; 1 new Alliance 500 Flotation tire, size 45-22.5, High Speed Flotation 32.8, $300 obo. 728-6759 or 626-1609, Garth Klein, Norwich.

FOR SALE 1983 JD 8820 combine, turbo, chaff spreader, straw chopper, air sieve, engine & radiator have 1,850 hrs., machine has 5,,000 hrs., many parts have been replaced, very good condition, $9,500; set of duals mounted on rims, 20.8R38 - 70 to 80% rubber left, came off a 9650 JD combine, $4,500; 215 Melroe spray coupe, make offer. 351-2318, Dean Ensrud, Pekin.

FOR SALE Melroe 216 spray coupe, electric booms, etc., cab cooler, good tires, good shape, 0513 hrs., needs some work done on carburetor. 528-4222 evenings, Alvin Haugen, Alamo.

FOR SALE IHC 50T baler; Schulte RS hyd. rock picker; h.d. Russell Reliance 10’ grader; 10’ h.d. V packer; 5 bottom packer w/hitch; 8 steel grain bins w/steel floor, 1,00012,400 bu.; Peterson dual rims, 18.4-34 to 232.1-30; 11’ wide push-all hay basket for DuAl loader; push-off hay basket for DuAl loader; Versatile 8”x50’ pto. auger; Feretl 6 “x36’ electric auger. 584-2025, Elmer Lemke, Bentley.

FOR SALE 12 Sunco double disc liquid fertilizer openers for JD 7000 or Kinze planters, could possibly use for a side dresser, strip till, $300 for them all; Dakota Fluid Power Pak, Kohler gas, electric start, 2 way valve, hydraulic kit, $1,500. 5350357, Cody Smith, Monango.

FOR SALE Sitrex Magnum 14 wheel V-rake; 1986 Kiefer 6’x18’ stock trailer, center gate with slider. 227-1579, Carmen Rambousek, Dickinson.

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FOR SALE 2014 28’ gooseneck trailer, 22,500 lb., $7,950; 2014 40’ drop deck trailer, 50,000 lb., $16,500 plus FET; 2014 16’ skid steer trailer, 10,000 lb., $3,600; 1994 F700 Ford single axle, 16’ box, plumbed for drill fill, new roll tarp, $5,800. 370-8903 or 2565890, Dennis Crockett, Langdon.

FOR SALE 3 pt. bale fork, bale spear - 2 pts, will work on loader or 3 pt.; Gehl #55 feed grinder, pto. 14” w/7 screens, good cond., shedded; 2 - 100 gal. plastic water tanks. 430-2330 or 786-2647, Gilman Knudson, Portland.

VEHICLES

FOR SALE 1996 Cat 75C Challenger, 35” tracks, 3,470 hrs., excellent shape, complete 3,000 hr. service @ Butler; A&L 600 bu. grain cart, 24.5x32 tires, excellent shape; Case IH 564 round baler, net & twine tie, 12,000 bales on machine, excellent condition; Batco 1515 conveyor, 9 hp., Honda engine, excellent condition; Concord air seeder, 37’ w/Phoenix harrows, 2,000 pull-behind tank, green in color; Westfield 10”x60’ auger, electric motor, 3 phase; 400 International Cyclo planter, 30” spacing, 8 row; NYB 80’ mid-mount sprayer, 500 gal. tank. 6261799, Rodney Thomas, Kief.

FOR SALE 560 IHC standard diesel tractor; 23.1-30 tractor tires, 60%; MF suitcase weights; 14.0-28 tire, rim and hub, Power out. 4607600, Curt Hettich, Regan.

FOR SALE Antique tractors – IHC W400, mechanically sound to best of knowledge, new rear tires, fronts no wear, some weather check, new fluids, needs some work on grill and rear fender and new paint, Ser. No. 2161; JD 60 wide front, p.s., good rubber, new paint, parade ready, Ser. No. 6054861, worked on same farm since new. 252-6455, Myron Tarno, Jamestown.

FOR SALE 806 International tractor; old Ford tractor w/ cultivator, mower & spray tank; 2 Swisher mowers; International service truck. 9965001, Verna Sauer, Sheyenne.

FOR SALE 28’ - 53’ semi van storage trailers; 7’ x 8’ secure storage containers; 48x96 flat bed trailers; new 36’ hopper bottom trailer, great for harvest; spray parts. 474-5780, Richard Rydell, Fairmount.

FOR SALE New 72’” Skidsteer bucket, bolt on cutting edge, $800; used - Common Sense bale feeder, 2 bale size, $600; Westfield auger elevator, 8” x 51’, pto., $900; Vern creep feeder, $500; 3 pt. single bale fork, $100; Allied auger, 7” x 41’, pto., $300; 4 wheel bale trailer, holds 9 large round bales, $2,000; offers considered. 724-3612, Jim Lunneborg, Rutland.

FOR SALE IHC 60-65# suitcase weights. 710-0165, Doyle Burkhardt, Oakes.

FOR SALE Hog raising items for sale – steel troughs, made from hot water tanks; 34” stockade panels, some stockade panels are framed in metal tubing, many different sizes; some self feeders; hopper with auger will attach to Bobcat; calf catcher, also attaches to Bobcat. 225-3435 or 260-0015, Arthur Wolfe, Dickinson.

FOR SALE 2000 Freightliner, 10 spd., 400 Cummins, red top, good hay truck, $11,000; 1977 Int. Transtar II tandem, 24’, Omaha standard box, twin hoist, Detroit motor, 11-22.5 rubber, $7,750; John Deere 590 pull-type swather, 30’, bat reel, $1,200; JD 30’ 930 header, bat reel, $1,000. 9834445, John Flemmer, Golden Valley.

FOR SALE CIH 8500 45’ air drill, monitors. 283-5178, Marc Greening, Wales.

FOR SALE 18.4-34 band duals with all the hardware; Carter disk grain cleaner; Bulldog farming mill. 465-3845, Paul Rudnick, Anamoose.

WANTED 806, 1206, 1256, 856, 1466 IH tractors; John Deere 5010, 5020, 6030; MM 1350, 1355; others also, running or not. 6282130, Jerry Lumley, Stanley.

WANTED Set of fenders for John Deere 4020 in nice shape. 728-6759, Garth Klein, Norwich.

WANTED Used 28’ - 30’ disk tandem, in good condition; 24’ tandem gooseneck stock trailer with good floor, no rust spots. 5284222 evenings, Alvin Haugen, Alamo.

WANTED Old hydro swing hay swather, only need the frame but will buy entire unit. 9743644, Loren Myran, Taylor.

WANTED John Deere hay basket teeth or complete hay basket. 653-5954, Arlan Bachmeier, Sykeston.

WANTED Loader for John Deere 4010. 739-3997, Andrew (AJ) Hammen, Emerado.

WANTED 3,000 bu. hopper bin w/air in good shape; 10.00-20 truck tires. 465-3845, Paul Rudnick, Anamoose.

FEED AND SEED FOR SALE Wheat and rye straw, large round, net wrapped, $20/bale. 535-0357, Cody Smith, Monango.

FOR SALE 2nd cutting round alfalfa hay bales, approx. 1,500# ea., $50/bale, north of South Heart. 290-1129, Curt Steffan, Dickinson.

FOR SALE Unharvested hailed out wheat straw bales, 6’ bales with 5-10 bu. of wheat in each bale, $18 ea. 447-2485, Gary Presser, Mercer.

FOR SALE Horse, beef quality large round hay bales – alfalfa/brome, brome/alfalfa, most no rain. $65 - $75/ton. 225-2187, Lacy Gutenkunst, Lefor.

FOR SALE Large round bales, alfalfa/broom, prairie hay made by NH 688 baler w/thick plastic twine, could load. 597-3730, larryn@ westriv.com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Reg. A & B miniature horses, mares with foals and bred back for 2015, a few blk. and white breeding studs; miniature weanling donkeys, a few spotted ones; Chukar partridge and big round grass bales. 324-2948 evenings, Jerry Axtman, Harvey.

FOR SALE Home loomed rugs of any color; women’s full length fur coat, size 8, dark color,

by State Fur Co.; Resistol Triple X hat, Beaver dark color, size 7 3/8, like new; CP exercise bike; Old Style beer bar sign; Dell printer; portable basketball hoop on wheels. 263-1206, Lathan Romsos, Bottineau.

FOR SALE ARC suit, electrical flash kit made “Oberon”, kit includes hard hat, anti-fog shield, rubber gloves, leather gloves, navy hood, safety glasses, navy blue suits, XL, carry case for all, original cost $475, new, never used, will sell for $375; Studebaker hood for a 1949-1953 truck, off white - eggshell color, w/original hood ornament and name plate! 628-6949 or 314-640-1884, Mike Ryan, Stanley.

FOR SALE 4 new 4x4 stainless steel framed shop windows $60 ea. 728-6759, Garth Klein, Norwich.

FOR SALE Zenith D7000Y, 11 band radio, $125; Budweiser cookie jars; vintage toaster from the 20s, nice shape; signed print, Migration Times Ruger North Americans, number 450 of 950, Leon Parson, artist.

520-7217, Anita Casheim, Hoople.

FOR SALE Lovely 12 place setting of Sango (Lapland) china. 570-3507, Susan Enns, Williston.

FOR SALE 1998 Chevrolet Pace Arrow RV Class A, 454 engine and tandem axle, 59,255 mi., $21,000, good condition and fully equipped, many extras - big slide out, hyd. levelers, generator, outside shower, roof air, and more, photo can be e-mailed lucindahanekom@icloud.com, RV can be viewed in Jamestown area. 640-3099, Lucinda Hanekom, Detroit Lakes.

FOR SALE Jungar Model E, old woodburning cook stove, w/warmer on top, $500; old white cupboard w/flour sifter on top, $100. 6282319, Deanna Haugen, Stanley.

FOR SALE Surge pipeline, 2”, double receiving jar; water cups; cow stanchions; rubber mats.

679-2135, Terry Kohler, Benedict.

FOR SALE Horse collars & related items; 45 used utility poles, 35’-50’ long; used tires - 6 Bridgestone, 245-75-R16; 4 - 225-60R16 M&S; 4 used Firestone P26570-R16 M&S; 3 Michelin P225-60-R16 M&S; 4 Hercules Ultra 215-70-R15; 2 Co-op Ready Grip G78-15 MS studded, less than 2,000 mi.; 2 Firestone L7815 studded; 2 P25-75 R15 Cooper

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Weathermaster studded, less than 2,000 mi.; 2 P125-75 R15 Goodyear studded on Ford wheels; 2 P215-75 R15 Sears Snow Handlers; small cement mixer. 584-2025, Elmer Lemke, Bentley.

FOR SALE “Hauling the Biggest Load”, written by a farmer born in 1926, is about living through the depression, losing their only son in an accident and author being in the hospital after the funeral with “broken heart syndrome,” which is described in “Grief and Grieving,” sequel to first book. Regular price for both books w/shipping is $22,60.

Both books for $15.00, free shipping. 2562406, Richard Hamann, 10468 95th St NE, Langdon ND 58249-9007.

FOR SALE Kodak Monitor (1940s) leather case; Polaroid Land camera, Model 80; Polaroid Land camera, Square Shooter 2; Bolsey 35 mm, leather case with flash; Yashicaflex Twin-lens with leather case and owner’s manual; Fuji Autofocus Discovery 90 (in box); Heiland flash; tripod; light meter; timer; #13 Kodak close-up attachment; range finder; all to go, not individually, make offer; full sheet of Project Mercury 4 cent stamps.

252-2299, Charles Purdy, Jamestown.

FOR SALE New Honda GX 390 engine, 11.7 hp., recoil start, $700. 509-9019, Steve Axness, Minot.

FOR SALE 1990 Arctic Cat Prowler snowmobile, very low mileage; average size V-belt driven cement mixer. 597-3730, larryn@westriv. com, Larry Nagel, Shields.

FOR SALE 15” Western riding saddle, never used, paid $425 will sell for $350. 324-2948 evenings, Jerry Axtman, Harvey.

FOR SALE 4 semi dome tops, off 2012 International Pro Stars, make offer. 693-2371, Rick Frueh, Martin.

FOR SALE Drills, air tanks, miter saw, bench saw; 2.0 hp. Remington chain saw; walk behind snow blower; Honda 3 wheeler; battery chargers; small sprayers; new fence charger; Wayne 1/3 hp. shallow well jet pump; generator; assorted tools and more.

996-5001, Verna Sauer , Sheyenne.

FOR SALE Antique 40s round drum table w/ leather top, curved legs, lion’s claw feet, lion’s head pulls in drawers and doors: Stever radio, tube type, record player, $650; 2 authentic handmade Ballady dance costumes - 1 royal blue, trimmed in gold and 1 gold trimmed in gold, originally $250 ea., will sell for $125 ea. 628-6949 or 314-6401884, Rose LaRocco Ryan, Stanley.

FOR SALE MDS attach. for tractors, payloaders, skidsteers, telehandlers; Rockbadgers or skidsteers; 7’, 8’, 8.5’, 9’, 10’ scoops w/skidsteer mounts, Euro-mounts, JD mounts, CIH mounts, Farmhand mounts, etc. w/grapples to fit or retro-fit; HD 8’ skidsteer manure fork w/grapple; heavy-duty 10’ skidsteer snow-pusher; heavy-duty MDS 7’ or 8’ rock/brush/scrap bucket w/grapple (skidsteer mounts); MDS 5,200 lb. pallet fork for JD 740 classic-tach;

MDS Shur-lock quick-tach scoop mounting system for JD loaders (ie. 146, 148, 158, 168, 280, etc.); MDS Euro-Global attachment changer w/skidsteer hookup; many other MDS attachments available; new Koyker 7’ quick-tach scoop; new Koyker 545 FWA loader w/ 8’ scoop & grapple, mounts available; JD 146 and 148 loaders w/mounts; used skidsteer scoops, F-11 & F-10 loaders & loader parts. 709-0103, Allen Wald, Edgeley.

FOR SALE 40 hp., 3 phase electric motor, 3,540 RPM US brand motor, 2 1/2 “ Berkley pump attached, 310 RPM pump, was used for irrigation. 331-1005 or 593-6155, Francis Praska, Lankin.

WANTED Wood cookstove in good condition, prefer a Majestic model, would like warming oven and reservoir but not necessary.

733-2225 or write and send photo to: Gregg or Ruth Quick, 325 West St N, Dazey, ND 58429.

WANTED Advertising signs; old gas pumps, old metal oil cans; crocks, jugs with advertising; old advertising clocks or thermometers; old road signs, traps, shell boxes, guns, tokens, marbles, anvils, old pop or old medicine bottles; old tin coffee cans; ND pottery, carnival glass. 2205746 or 258-0420, Val Ganje, Bismarck.

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

WANTED Blackmer pump or parts for pump, Model TNL, 1 1/2”, pump was used on fuel delivery trucks, approx. 40 yrs. old. 3709943, Terry Crockett, Langdon.

VEHICLES FOR SALE Chevy 1 ton, dually service truck w/6,000# auto crane, 400 gal. fuel tank w/ pump, air compressor & tank, nice inside and out, excellent rubber, service records.

693-2371, Rick Frueh, Martin.

FOR SALE 2009 Honda Goldwing trike, Roadsmith kit, 27,000 mi., XM radio and navigation system, $28,000. 435-2565, Jeff McMillan, Wimbledon.

WANTED 1997 - 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport, no rust, automatic transmission, 6 cylinder.

583-2336 evenings, Doug Mundahl, Rugby.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 557 acres land in Towner County near the city of Cando, ND, asking $557,000.

307-0894, Evore Thomas, Carrington.

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NORTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION

2016 Excursion Tour!

South America Tour February 11-22, 2016

• city tours of Santiago, Chile; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

• magnificent views,

beautiful beaches, flamboyant Carnival costumes, and friendly people

• witness the transformation as

Rio prepares to host the 2016 Summer Olympics

Passport & Visa for Brazil required.

For details go to www.ndfu.org or call 800-366-8331 ext 108 Susan or ext 111 Jeff

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Message from

the President

BY NDFU PRESIDENT MARK WATNE

Sharing our story of success With the holidays behind us, we now transition into winter and the busy meeting season.

At Farmers Union, our efforts will be concentrated on the 2015 legislative session, ongoing rail issues, farm bill program sign up, and member events.

NDFU’s primary focus during the 64th Legislative Assembly will be on agricultural, economic and social policies. Members have instructed us to place special emphasis on: • Upholding the current Corporate Farming Law; • Supporting the governor’s proposal for infrastructure funding; • Advocating for landowner rights and improved reclamation practices; and • Reinforcing the need for balanced tax policy in North Dakota.

I want to thank our members for participating in the development of our policy.

Our process, where members debate and set policy positions annually, makes our advocacy at the state level relatively easy.

It is the grassroots that drive our organization and that is our strength.

In many articles we have seen recently, China is studying their system of agriculture. They continue to try and become more self-sufficient on food and food production. While this is a laudable goal, it is not something they will achieve quickly. I bring this to your attention because of the following quote, “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” by Charles Caleb Colton.

China has been studying our family farm agriculture system and our cooperative business model in the U.S.

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My understanding is that China believes our system is the secret to our success: a generation of farm families teaching each subsequent generation the craft and skills of farming. It is a perfect model.

Cooperatives designed to supply products, market commodities, and provide services that are owned by its patrons is a good tool to enable us to keep a competitive marketplace.

I think it is our time, as farmers and ranchers, to share our story of

success and how we provide food for our citizens and much of the world. Do not miss an opportunity to talk of agriculture’s success.

Promotion of our industry and family farm system of agriculture is essential for public support of farmers and ranchers. I am proud to say that your NDFU organization continues to support the family farm and cooperative business models.

It has made the United States the model for agriculture worldwide. s

Farmer’s Share of Retail Food Dollar Did you know that farmers and ranchers receive only 15.8* cents of every food dollar that consumers spend on food at home and away from home?

According to USDA, off farm costs including marketing, processing, wholesaling, distribution and retailing account for more than 80 cents of every food dollar spent in the United States.

Bacon 1 Pound

Top Sirloin Steak 1 Pound

Bread 2 Pounds

Fresh Carrots 5 Pounds

Beer 6-Pack Cans

Retail: $6.06 Farmer: $0.90

Retail: $8.79 Farmer: $2.67

Retail: $2.29 Farmer: $0.14

Retail: $4.39 Farmer: $1.23

Retail: $6.99 Farmer: $0.06

Cereal 18 Ounce Box

Tomatoes 1 Pound

Eggs 1 Dozen

Flour 5 Pounds

Boneless Ham Price per Pound

Retail: $4.69 Farmer: $0.05

Retail: $2.99 Farmer: $0.71

Retail: $3.09 Farmer: $1.30

Retail: $1.88 Farmer: $0.17

Retail: $4.39 Farmer: $0.90

Lettuce 1 Head (2 Pounds)

Milk 1 Gallon, Fat Free

Potato Chips

Lays Classic, 10.5 oz

Fresh Potatoes Russet, 5 Pounds

Soda Two Liter Bottle

Retail: $2.19 Farmer: $1.16

Retail: $3.49 Farmer: $2.01

Retail: $4.79 Farmer: $0.18**

Retail: $4.99 Farmer: $0.39**

Retail: $1.49 Farmer: $0.06

Farmer’s share derived from USDA, NASS “Agricultural Prices,” 2014.

Retail based on Safeway (SE) brand except where noted. *Figure according to U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service **Reflects October 2014 price.

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