Elizabeth, Abigail, Eva and Lane Petrick of Elgin.
Travis Rysavy Agency
I was born and raised in Lakota. I graduated from North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton and Minnesota State University Moorhead with a degree in business administration and management.
After various jobs, I moved back to Lakota to help run the family plumbing and heating business with my father. With previous agent Ron Nelson retiring, I was excited to try a new profession and learn about the insurance industry. I have been an agent for a year and a half. My customer service representative Jenna Kraft has been with me for about a year.
I enjoy learning new things within the insurance industry with the different dayto-day challenges we face. I like living in a small town where I personally know most of my customers. I enjoy helping them better understand their policies and solving their insurance needs. It is fun helping people find the right policies so that they feel comfortable with their coverages.
In my free time, I enjoy anything
outdoors. I like watching sports, hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends. I enjoy spending time on my grandfather's farm and hobby farming with my father. I also enjoy helping my father and brother with our local plumbing and heating business.
I like to lend a helping hand in various community events such as the annual Lakota Turkey BBQ and street dance. It is always fun to contribute and donate to small town events when possible.
January 24 & 25
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February 21 & 22
Farmers Union CAMP
GRADES 3-6* (4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS) – $135** GRADES 7-12* (5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS) – $175**
*Grade youth will have completed by the end of the school year
**Early bird price. Price will increase $24 after May 15.
JUNIOR CAMP
Heart Butte (near Elgin)
June 16-19
June 23-26
June 30 - July 3
July 15-18
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James River (near Jamestown)
June 9-12
June 24-27
June 30 - July 3
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July 21-24
SENIOR CAMP
Heart Butte (near Elgin)
June 10-14
July 8-12
July 29 - Aug. 2
James River (near Jamestown)
June 17-21
July 7-11
July 28 - Aug. 1
AWARD TRIPS
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7TH & 8TH GRADE LOCK-IN
April 26-27 in Jamestown
ALL-STATES LEADERSHIP CAMP May 29 - June 2 in Washington, D.C. (registration deadline May 1)
THIRD-YEAR AWARD TRIP
July 21-24, location TBD
Senior camp theme nights!
Junior camp theme night!
North Dakota Farmers Union is excited to announce the return of the Evolution Ag Summit! This one-day event will explore new developments in renewable fuels markets and the opportunities they create for North Dakota farmers. We will bring farmers together with industry experts to promote better understanding and collaboration.
Feb. 18, 2025 9am-3pm
North Dakota Farmers Union 1415 12th Ave SE, Jamestown
HOSTED BY:
SHARPEN YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS!
Jan. 31-Feb. 1, 2025 • NDFU state office, Jamestown.
Lead the Way is a training event open to anyone looking to sharpen leadership skills. County officers receive a free hotel stay for the night of Jan. 31, 2025, in Jamestown to attend the event.
The event includes a keynote speaker and will have a grand prize giveaway and free NDFU gear for all who attend! Register on the NDFU app or through the portal. Deadline is Jan. 24, 2025. Contact Jessica with any questions at jhaak@ndfu.org.
Watne reelected as president
More than 500 North Dakota Farmers Union members participated in the organization’s 98th annual state convention Dec. 13-14 in Bismarck, where Mark Watne of Velva was elected to a 12th term as president.
In policy debate, Farmers Union delegates adopted their 2025 Program of Policy & Action and four special orders of business. Those orders focused on passage of a new farm bill, cooperative tax provisions, state legislative session priorities, and property tax relief.
Members also enjoyed breakout sessions, a tailgate party complete with cornhole and jigsaw puzzle competitions, auctions, and a separate youth convention. Speakers included National Farmers Union President Rob Larew, U.S. Sen. John Hoeven, U.S. RepresentativeElect Julie Fedorchak, NDSU crop economist Dr. Frayne Olson, futurist Peter Leyden, NDSU economist Dr. William Wilson, and Miss North Dakota 2024 Sophia Richards.
The Agraria Mutual Group (dba Farmers
Union Insurance Company) also held its 81st annual meeting in conjunction with the NDFU state convention.
In other elections, Bob Kuylen of South Heart was reelected as vice president. Bob Finken of Douglas was reelected District 2 director for Bottineau, McHenry, Pierce, Rolette and Ward counties. Shane Sickler of Gladstone was reelected to the District 4 seat. That district encompasses the counties of Adams, Billings/ Golden Valley, Bowman/Slope, Dunn, Hettinger, McKenzie and Stark counties. Shelly Ziesch of Pettibone was reelected to the District 6 seat. District 6 comprises a nine-county area: Dickey, Eddy, Foster, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McIntosh, Stutsman and Wells.
SICKLER FINKEN KUYLEN ZIESCH
WATNE
NDFU welcomed more than 500 members to its 98th annual convention Dec. 13-14 at the Bismarck Event Center.
NDFU is about grassroots
BY PAM MUSLAND, NDFU
It’s a question Mark Watne often gets asked. “What is it that makes Farmers Union successful?”
As a member-driven organization, Farmers Union goes out of its way to involve people at a grassroots level in the countryside, ensuring they have a voice, he said in his president’s address to members on Friday, Dec. 13.
“If you’re really not grassroots [as an organization], and only say you’re grassroots, your longevity won’t last. Because there’s an expectation that you truly represent something. It’s something that we, as North Dakota Farmers Union, and many other Farmers Unions understand well.”
Watne recounted the many success stories NDFU has achieved, both past and present,
starting with important funding sources like the Farmers Union Service Association and Farmers Union Enterprises.
Leadership development programs, youth and adult education programs, new income streams such as Founding Farmers restaurants, and investment in new products, such as renewable fuel, are part of the organization’s continued success, he said.
“You’re hearing tariffs, you’re hearing emergence of stocks. What you’re not hearing is how do we create more demand for the products we have in the U.S.? We need to create a demand cycle to take away some of the burdensome stocks.”
On the legislative front, Watne said Farmers Union’s success has been the ability to communicate the needs of members and build
NDFU President Mark Watne gave his president's message, highlighting NDFU's focus on being a grassroots organization.
NORTH DAKOTA DELEGATES TO THE NATIONAL FARMERS UNION CONVENTION
March 9-11 in Oklahoma City
ANAMOOSE – April Marquart. BARNEY – Dalton Wiest. BISMARCK – Mary Blumhagen, Kevin Horneman. BOTTINEAU – Philip Neubauer, Tyler Neubauer. BOWMAN – Timothy Fischer. CARRINGTON – Mason Wede. COGSWELL – Bernie Planteen. DICKINSON – Clifford Mayer. FORMAN – Jean Bopp, Mark Bopp. FORDVILLE – Julie Gemmill. GLADSTONE – Lenci Sickler. GRAND FORKS – Dee Decimus Holmes, Stephen Holmes, Jeanna Smaaladen. LaMOURE – Lynn Haro. LEHR – Bob Buchholz.
MANDAN – Miles Tomac. McCLUSKY – Missy Axt. MENOKEN – Bill Kershaw, Karen Kershaw, Randy Ryberg. MOHALL – Statler Olson. NAPOLEON – Carmen Rath Wald. OSNABROCK – Chris Lundeby. PEKIN – John Kelly. REGENT – Aaron Krauter, Cindy Krauter. ROBINSON – Clint Hetletved, Lacey Hetletved. RYDER –Isaac Sherven, Trent Sherven, Tyler Stafslien. SHARON – Ben Vig. SHERWOOD – Jarett Keith, Jerri Keith, Steven Keith. SOUTH HEART – Sarah Kuylen. TIOGA –Patty Jensen. WYNDMERE – Jim Dotzenrod.
relationships with leaders. Disaster aid is “not our preferred method. We prefer a better farm program, one that actually truly represents something that has the value of a true safety net rather than relying on ad hoc disaster assistance. But you have to adapt. We have quickly learned that the only way you’ll be successful in legislation is you have to be at the table.”
Watne outlined steps needed for NDFU to achieve legislative goals. “It’s going to take some really bright minds. It’s going to take a lot of support from you folks at the grassroots, reaching out, telling your story, for us to maintain an effective voice for you in this
political climate.”
In closing, Watne said it is essential that NDFU revisit tools that have helped the organization achieve its goals and mission of increasing net farm income and quality of rural life, so family farms and rural communities can thrive and prosper.
“The only way that we will accomplish our goals is relying back on you as the grassroots,” he said. “We need you. You need strong leaders. We need to develop new leaders. We need to continue to search for ways to enhance income. We need you to participate at the grassroots. Never give up. Because the value of what we’re trying to accomplish is too important.”
NDFU delegates pass four special orders
Each year, delegates at North Dakota Farmers Union’s annual convention conclude the Policy and Action debate by passing special orders of business. These documents address specific, timely issues and highlight strong priorities for NDFU’s advocacy work. This year, delegates to the convention passed four special orders dealing with the Farm Bill, cooperative tax provisions, property tax and the next legislative session.
FAMILY FARMING AND THE 2025 FARM BILL
North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU) is deeply disappointed in Congress’s inability to complete the next farm bill. As the farm economy continues to weaken, we urge Congress to set aside partisan differences and enact a strong farm bill in early 2025. We believe the next farm bill should strengthen the farm safety net, improve disaster protections, and enact farmerfriendly conservation programs.
STRENGTHEN THE FARM SAFETY NET
The farm safety net should ensure family farmers and ranchers can achieve sustainable net farm income. We support changes to the existing safety net that:
• Increase reference prices to reflect increases in production costs;
• Establish a “dual enrollment option” that allows farmers to receive the higher of the Agricultural Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage calculated payment;
• Provide advance farm safety net payments, so producers can secure some relief during the marketing year in which losses occur; and
• Close farm program eligibility loopholes to ensure support is directed to family farmers and ranchers.
ESTABLISH AND IMPROVE PERMANENT DISASTER PROGRAMS
Each year since the 2018 Farm Bill passed, farmers and ranchers have been forced to rely on ad hoc disaster programs. While badly needed, these programs provided uncertain and inconsistent relief. We urge Congress to:
• Improve the affordability of crop insurance
for Northern Plains farmers; and
• Strengthen the Livestock Forage Program and Livestock Indemnity Program to ensure payments accurately reflect forage and livestock losses.
ENACT FARMER-FRIENDLY CONSERVATION PROGRAMS
Family farmers and ranchers are the best stewards of our natural resources. That stewardship tradition positions family farmers and ranchers to play a critical role in addressing climate change. We urge Congress to enact conservation programs that support family farmers and ranchers through:
• Voluntary, not mandatory, options that support farmers and ranchers who adopt conservation practices that best fit their needs;
• Robust funding for working lands conservation to meet high program demand;
• Higher payments for conservation practices that deliver the greatest environmental benefits; and
• Research on the costs and benefits of climate-smart agriculture practices.
Thank you to the following convention sponsors:
AgCountry Farm Credit Services of Mandan
Butler Machinery of Fargo
First Community Credit Union
FAMILY FARMING AND COOPERATIVE TAX PROVISIONS
Section 199A(g) is a critical tax provision that supports farmers, farmer-owned cooperatives, and rural communities. Since 2004, 199A(g) and its predecessor provisions have helped farmers and farmer-owned cooperatives manage their tax liabilities. In fact, through 199A(g), farmerowned cooperatives have passed roughly $29 million of deductions on to North Dakota farmers each year.
Section 199A(g) expires at the end of 2025. If the provision expires, it would deliver another
financial blow to farmers and rural communities already struggling with the downturn in the farm economy.
As Congress considers a tax package in 2025, it is important they consider the unique impacts of tax policies on farmers and cooperatives. 199A(g) maintains equity in the tax code for cooperatives. We urge Congress to, at a minimum, extend the 199A(g) deduction, make it permanent or provide a similar deduction for farmer-owned cooperatives.
NORTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION STATE CONVENTION SPONSOR
NDFU President Mark Watne and NDFU Policy and Action chairman Philip Neubauer of Bottineau led the Policy and Action discussion.
Special orders continued
FAMILY FARMING AND THE 2025 N.D. LEGISLATIVE SESSION
The 69th Legislative Assembly will convene on Jan. 7, 2025. The legislature will have the opportunity to address several important issues with a budget surplus and strong financial outlook. North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU) encourages the legislature to enact policies that create new opportunities for family farmers and ranchers and improves quality of life in rural communities.
NDFU’s top priority for the 2025 legislative session is property tax relief and reform. We strongly urge the legislature to enact immediate property tax relief and create a pathway to broad-based property tax reform.
We also support efforts to address North Dakota’s growing backlog of road and bridge needs. Rural roads and bridges will require a $12.4 billion investment over the next 20 years.
We must make significant investments now to provide a safe and efficient transportation network to move farm goods to market.
NDFU supports the creation of new opportunities for family farmers and ranchers through value-added agriculture. We support the continuation of the Agricultural Diversification and Development Fund to support new and expanding value-added projects. We also support programs that promote locally led livestock development.
Finally, NDFU recognizes that the future success of North Dakota agriculture is strongly connected to quality of life in rural communities. We support efforts to improve quality of life in rural North Dakota, including investments in childcare, rural food access, affordable housing, and rural economic development.
FAMILY FARMING AND PROPERTY TAX
NDFU supports a balanced tax structure. We firmly believe property taxes provide important funding for local services and infrastructure needs. However, we are concerned by the growth of property tax collections in North Dakota. We strongly support meaningful property tax relief and reform.
We support efforts to provide immediate property tax relief. We support the Primary Residence Credit as a short-term solution. We urge the legislature to pursue broad-based property tax relief in the long term. We support efforts to slow the growth in property taxes. We recognize that limitations on local budgets may create unintended consequences, particularly for rural communities. We therefore believe local voters should have the ability to override any limitations on budget increases. We also encourage the legislature to address one-time infrastructure needs for small, rural communities.
Finally, we believe sustainable property tax reform requires ongoing efforts at both the local and state levels. We support the creation of a task force to continue to examine opportunities for future reform to our property tax system. We encourage efforts to help political subdivisions with long-range planning and are committed to boosting citizen engagement with local budget processes.
Thank you to the following convention sponsors:
AgCountry Farm Credit Services of Mandan Butler Machinery of Fargo First Community Credit Union
Richards speaks to Torchbearer winners
Miss North Dakota Sophia Richards was the keynote speaker at the Torchbearer ceremony on Saturday night.
Honored during the ceremony were 10 winners of the Torchbearer Award, the highest honor that can be achieved in North Dakota Farmers Union’s youth program.
Richards spoke about her journey from Hope, N.D., to being named Miss North Dakota in 2024. She encouraged all of the Torchbearers to follow their dreams and never give up.
The Torchbearer Award recognizes students for their involvement in Farmers Union’s youth education program and requires five years of senior class work (grades 7-12) to enhance communication, leadership and teamwork skills, along with business knowledge of cooperatives.
As Torchbearers, youths pledge with a courageous heart to practice tolerance and brotherhood for all, and to help “light the way to a peaceful world.”
The 2024 Torchbearer Award winners were honored on Saturday of the NDFU state convention. In back, from left, Quinn Carlson of Bismarck, Leonna Olson of Fort Yates, Sydney Ternes of Washburn, Jada Schwartzenberger of Napoleon, Lily Thomas of Lincoln and Ty Jerrel of Sheyenne. Not pictured are Porter Granger of Fessenden, Samantha Gregg of Mott, Taylor Johnson of Thompson and Scout Woods of Wahpeton.
Miss North Dakota Sophia Richards addresses six of the 10 Torchbearers on the stage on Saturday night.
Thomas wins scholarship
Lily Thomas of Lincoln is the 2024 recipient of the $1,500 Bergman Scholarship.
The scholarship was established by Alan Bergman, past president of NDFU. To be eligible, applicants must be current Torchbearers
and have at least a 2.50 GPA. The recipients were selected by a panel that evaluates each applicant’s responses to essay questions that relate to Farmers Union, rural issues and personal leadership skills.
NDFU holds youth convention
NDFU held a youth convention at the same time as the regular convention. K-12 youth enjoyed the Gateway to Science center, bowling and the Theo Art School.
Former NDFU President Alan Bergman, right, poses with Bergman Scholarship winner Lily Thomas and NDFU President Mark Watne.
NDSU hosts educational breakouts
National
NDFU Government Operations Director Matt Perdue, at far right, moderates a breakout on property tax during the 98th annual North Dakota Farmers Union convention Dec. 13 at the Bismarck Event Center. From left is Rep. Jared Hagert, Sen. Dale Patten and Rep. Karla Rose Hanson.
NDFU members enjoyed a Christmas Craft session, led by the Mandan business Beyond the Blooms.
Farmers Union President Rob Larew led a breakout on the Farm Bill.
SNAPSHOTS FROM CONVENTION
Farmers Union Insurance CEO Mark Anderson gives his annual report on Saturday of the NDFU state convention.
Farmers Union Insurance agents Jed Geer, Josh Ressler, Tatem Brandt and Tyler Van Bruggen sing the national anthem.
Farmers Union Industries CEO Dale Bednarek gives his annual report.
The Mandan FFA opened the 98th annual state convention.
SNAPSHOTS FROM CONVENTION
Keynote speaker and futurist Peter Leyden spoke about artificial intelligence and the effect it could have on the world, including agriculture. Leyden said there is a lot of fearmongering about A.I. but did note that certain models of advanced A.I. will always need human guardrails.
Dr. William Wilson, CHS Chair in risk management and trading and a University Distinguished Professor at NDSU, spoke about America's position in global trade, detailing some of the relationships and why they continue to be important.
Rep.-elect Julie Fedorchak spoke to NDFU members about her recent win as North Dakota's lone representative in the U.S. House of Representatives.
NDSU Crop Economist Dr. Frayne Olson gave members an update on the corn, soybean and wheat markets.
Sen. John Hoeven detailed actions he's taken to pass the next Farm Bill.
Aaron Stuckle of Emmons County Farmers Union accepts a membership award from NDFU President Mark Watne. Emmons, Barnes, Grand Forks, Sioux, Stark and Ward counties were the recipients of Premier County awards, which is given to counties that meet specific membership goals.
Bridger Cvancara of Wildrose gives his State Youth Advisory Council speech.
Stephen and Dee Decimus Holmes of Grand Forks were elected as delegates to the national convention in Oklahoma City.
Lacey and Clint Hetletved of Robinson make their case as to why they should be elected as delegates to the national convention during the District 6 caucus.
Dr. Frayne Olson, in his role as director for the Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives, leads a session for the Cooperative Directors Association, which held its annual meeting at the same time and place so members could take part.
SNAPSHOTS FROM CONVENTION
The cornhole competition was a packed event with 20 teams.
David Beck and Brad Anderson were the winners of the cornhole tournament, winning $1,000.
The jigsaw puzzle contest featured 16 teams spread out across the Main Hall.
The Puzzle Rats, made up of Cole Musland, Erin Musland, Cally Peterson and Logan Winter, won the jigsaw puzzle competition and its $1,000 grand prize.
Jeri Bakken of Adams County takes part in the Policy and Action discussion.
Mike Huebner of Stutsman County debates a point during Policy and Action.
Clark Twardoski of Mandan was the big winner of the $4,000 grand prize on Saturday night.
Miss North Dakota Sophia Richards was the keynote speaker at the Torchbearer ceremony.
The daughter of Matt and Abby Perdue shows off her new co-op jean jacket at state convention.
Kids at a table prior to the Torchbearer banquet watch NDFU's Our Family Farm cartoon on the big scren.
the fourth children’s book from North Dakota Farmers Union
$16.95 plus tax
Dusty learns about generations of family and equipment on their farm, and the latest in soil technology. Find out how Dusty makes Gramps a new thingamajig for his tractor to save the day!
CHS reports tough outlook for ag producers in the near-term
After listening to corn, soybean, wheat and fertilizer presentations during the ag outlook breakout at the 2024 CHS annual meeting in early December, someone yelled out what everyone was thinking: “Do you have any good news?”
The rhetorical question drew laughs from everyone, including the presenters. The overall mood might have felt positive, but the shortterm outlook in ag was undoubtedly grim. Not for anything CHS did – they were just the messenger. Simply put, the world has way too many corn and soybeans.
AG OUTLOOK
For corn, Neil Johnke of CHS said he’s bullish on the Brazilian corn crop, and the 25% drop in corn production in Ukraine due to the war will likely rebound when it’s over. Even with 4 million less acres of corn planted, American farmers had a record crop.
Relief could possibly come from China if Brazil chooses to hold back some of its own supply to feed its newer ethanol plants. Still, he said it could be rough sledding for a while
FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
unless Mother Nature creates demand.
Justin Friesz of CHS had similar sentiments about the soybean crop, saying the amount of beans in the world is “tough to chew through,” especially with a strong Brazilian harvest expected. With Brazil’s share of global soybean exports up to 60% and the U.S. share down to 28% — add in China’s continuing population decline — and it appears the long-term outlook for U.S. soybean exports may not be as rosy as it once was. That being said, the U.S. continues to expand its crush capacity, so domestic demand is still holding.
Tony Roelofs of CHS said U.S. wheat production rebounded after a 20-year low with
Trent Sherven of Ryder was elected to represent Region 3 on the CHS Board of Directors, joining Jon Erickson and Kevin Throener.
the best crop in eight years. Exports will be limited as the U.S. continues building its own stocks. Like corn and beans, there’s plenty of wheat.
For nutrients, Jake Niederer of CHS said he expects ammonia and UAN prices to be steady. Urea, however, has a low inventory. As demand is likely to increase soon, its price could start to climb.
The phosphate supply isn’t low, but its production is declining with limited markets for the U.S. to purchase more. China is restricting its export market, meaning India and the U.S. could be competing for Saudi Arabia’s supply. It may not affect prices too much, Niederer said, but that depends on how fierce the competition gets. Lastly, he said to keep an eye on the U.S. potash supply, as 90% of it comes from Canada. Any incoming tariffs could affect prices.
SHERVEN ELECTED
Trent Sherven, a farmer from Ryder, won a heavily contested election for the CHS board of directors that featured four candidates. Congrats to Trent on his election and thank you to all of the candidates for their willingness to serve. Sherven fills the spot of longtime director Steve Fritel, who retired after many years of service to cooperatives.
PATRONAGE
CHS announced $600 million in patronage, with $300 million set for cash patronage and $300 million for equity redemptions — its third highest amount ever. Its $1.1 billion in net income was down from last year ($1.9 billion), mainly due to the downturn in the ag economy and slimmer refining margins in the energy market.
BITS AND PIECES
In another panel, CHS economist Ken Zuckerberg likened the current conditions to 2013-15, when farmers were coming off great prices and a slowdown had begun. He said the economic conditions led to the start of numerous mergers like Bayer-Monsanto and Syngenta-ChemChina. He added that it was a time when John Deere limited production for new equipment, farmers utilized more conventional seeds and limited fertilizer use, and rent negotiations were tighter. He expects some of this to be on the horizon again.
Juan Sacoto of S&P Global said China remains the engine of growth for Brazil, but that is slowing. He said the U.S. and other countries will likely utilize growing markets like Southeast Asia, where the hog population remains high. … In talking about energy, Sacoto said the need for jet fuel has kept diesel demand high. Gasoline demand remains strong, but in a slow decline. … CHS polled the audience of the energy outlook session on the percentage of new cars purchased each year that are electric. The audience said 2% of all new cars were electric, but the answer was 7%. Dustin Haaland of CHS said that number has remained relatively flat the past few years. … Sacoto said an increase in the need for sustainable aviation fuel could mean another market for ethanol. The process isn’t online yet, but he said it’s possible 5 billion gallons of ethanol could be needed by 2035. … Also from the energy session, Haaland said oil companies utilizing more artificial intelligence over manpower could allow them to continue drilling with a lower price of oil.
Chris Aarhus is the editor of the Union Farmer, NDFU’s monthly magazine. He can be reached at caarhus@ndfu.org.
The CHS annual meeting was Dec. 4-5 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Photo courtesy of CHS.
2024 County convention season!
State senator Jerry Klein and state representatives Jon Nelson and Robin Weisz speak at the Benson County Farmers Union annual meeting.
Sheridan County Farmers Union had a good youth turnout for its annual convention.
Grand Forks County Farmers Union welcomed the UND women’s basketball team to its annual convention. Alongside a meal, they played The Price is Right.
Eddy County Farmers Union held its annual meeting, featuring a discussion about cooperatives and rural healthcare.
Adams County Farmers Union President Tyler Campbell presents Kaleb and Alix Manthei with their 2024 Young Farm Family of the Year award during their annual convention. Kelly and Stephanie Howe were also honored with the award.
Emmons County Farmers Union held its annual meeting, with Aimee & Bill & Their Multiple Personalities entertaining the convention.
Dickey County Farmers Union President Peter Kronberg leads their annual meeting.
Grant County Farmers Union board members worked together prior to their annual meeting to make fry bread for fry bread tacos.
LaMoure County Farmers Union youth showed off their ag-inspired art at their annual meeting.
District 6 Director Shelly Ziesch wore a costume to the Burleigh County Farmers Union convention.
YEAR IN REVIEW: Founding Farmers
At Founding Farmers Restaurant Group, they believe hospitality means acting toward others with kindness and showing real concern for the well-being of people without the expectation of return. This commitment travels beyond their restaurants and catering company through partnerships and donations to the many local and national organizations working to support communities in need.
In the past year, they made over 80 donations to a range of organizations, from local groups to national organizations like the Human Rights Campaign, Alice Ferguson Foundation, Best Buddies, Purple Heart, local children’s hospitals, and the Marine Corps Association Foundation. As a restaurant group, they are also focused on ensuring that neighbors facing food insecurity have access to nutritious, dignified meals.
Over the past several years, they've partnered with local community groups in Wards 7 and 8 in our nation’s capital to provide weekly meals since the pandemic and are working closely with D.C. shelters, donating meals and creating connections that go far beyond a simple transaction. They are also proud to continue their partnership with Breadcoin by accepting food tokens, “Breadcoins,” like cash. Last month, Founding Farmers & Distillers redeemed over 802 Breadcoins; in the past year, over 2,400
Breadcoins were redeemed. Additionally, they support first responders across D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania with a 25% discount every day for these heroes who protect and serve our communities.
More than just a restaurant group, they see themselves as part of a larger family — one where kindness is served alongside every dish and every engagement with the communities they serve.
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CLASSIFIEDS
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MECHANIC to work on vintage and older John Deere and International tractors in the Bismarck or Grand Forks area. Email: Steve.burian@ burianassociates.com. 701-740-4881, Steve Burian, Grand Forks.
TRACTORS, IH 706, 806, 1206, 856, 1256, 1456, 966, 1066, 1466, 1566, others; JD 5010, 5020, 4520, 4620, 6030, others; MM 950s on up; Olivers 1963-on; ACs 200, 210, 220, D-21. Will buy all running or not. 701-628-2130, Jerry Lumley, Stanley.
FORD 8N TRACTOR in any condition running or not, but complete; 4cyl Ford industrial engine off of a New Holland 903, 905, 907 or 909 swather. 701-226-4055, Lloyd Giese, Steele.
FOR SALE
FURNACE, LegendAire electric furnace with controls. Taken from a former residence; Wisconsin 2 cylinder motor electric start. 701983-4445, John Flemmer, Golden Valley.
VINTAGE TYPEWRITER, Vintage Smith Corona typewriter with case; Tom Moran picture "The Rocky Mountains" excellent condition; Movie Screen was used with slide Projector; Quoizel vintage hand painted Hurricane lamp, mint condition; Twin headboard, coffee table/TV stand with two end tables solid wood excellent condition. Vintage lamp. Pictures available for everything. 701-263-1206, Lathan Romsos, Bottineau.
AVIATION PRINTS, limited edition WW2 Aviation prints signed by ND pilots and aircrew members: Richard Baron, P-47 Pilot. Noble Peterson, P-51 Pilot. Del Skjod, B-17 Pilot. George Ott, B-17 Pilot, Shot down as Sqd. Leader and Deputy Lead at Schweinfurt, Germany, POW. Ernest Sands, B-24 Lead Bombardier shot down at Cologne, Germany, POW. Prints are $50 each. 701-597-3525, Scott Nelson, Solen.
SIGNS, advertising metal signs and anvils available for sale. I have one large John Deere, one CO-OP. one Elephant Fertilizer, one Paint, and one Hardware sign. I also have a few extra anvils that are available. 701-220-5746, Val Ganje, Bismarck.
SNAP-ON TOOL SET. Snap-On 40 in, 6DRW storage chest. Never been used. Everything a farmer or new student needs. Prefer to sell as a full set, will consider selling individual items. This is being sold at student pricing, must sell only at our cost with no mark-up and can provide copy of invoice. $7,000 for full set. 701234-9281, Shawn Hanson, Fargo.
WANTED
PRAIRIE DOG HUNTERS to hunt on my land. Make reservations now. Email: larryn@westriv. com. 701-548-8020, Larry Nagel, Shields.
MILITARY ITEMS, WWI, WWII German, Japanese, and American Military Items. Uniforms, Helmets, Hats, Medals, Badges, Patches, Flags, Knives, Bayonets, Daggers, Swords, Leather Flight Jackets and Guns. Call or text. 701-2007125, John Grindahl, Fargo.
OLD STUFF: Take a look in your garage, attic, shop, or basement for items that may have collector value. I buy all sorts of things like License plates, arrowheads, advertising signs, marbles, metal tokens, silver dollars, gas pumps, oil cans, road signs, traps, crocks, S/P shakers, carnival glass, toys. I'm also looking for a old retired ND Highway Patrol metal door sign. I will travel to your location. 701-2205746, Val Ganje, Bismarck.
FOR SALE
HAY/STRAW, small square hay and straw bales. 701-362-7777, Richard Bloms, Glenburn.
HAY, new 5 x 6 bales. Alfalfa and brome grass. Excellent quality made with John Deere & Challenger balers. Net wrap or plastic twine. $45. Free loading. 701-400-2683, Doug Neuharth, Hurdsfield.
STRAW, 90 round oats straw bales. 701-9834445, John Flemmer, Golden Valley.
HAY, round bales with net wrap. 701-570-1445, Steve Eberle, Zahl.
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