Union Farmer - March 2025 by North Dakota Farmers Union

Zane Axtman Agency

I was born and raised on a dairy farm south of Rugby. After graduating from Rugby in 2007, I played baseball at Bismarck State College. I eventually graduated from MInot State with a degree in history. Afterward, I worked for Rain and Hail Crop Insurance for 10 years as an adjuster. Having worked in many Farmers Union Insurance offices for many great agents, I knew it was a place that I wanted to be. In 2018, I was contracted as an agent in Mohall.

My family has many ties to the insurance industry with my dad Steve being in the crop insurance industry as a marketing manager and my brother Zach as the Farmers Union Insurance agent in Rugby.

Being a Farmers Union agent, it truly is a rewarding career to serve in a smaller community. We get to make a personal connection with many of our clients who truly become like family. I am proud to work with a great company that knows the importance of giving back to our local communities and throughout our state, either by sponsoring the NDHSAA or putting on a food drive with a local pantry.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time at the lake, trap shooting, hunting, fishing and watching baseball games, especially the Minnesota Twins.

I am a member of the Renville County Gun Club and serve as the trap coach for Maverick Trap Shooting. I also volunteer as a hunter safety instructor. I also enjoy serving on the boards for the Mouse River Loop Pheasants and the Renville Bottineau Senior Homes.

• PO Box 2136 Jamestown, ND 58402-2136

• USPS 016-211

Zane with niece Kinzlee.

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

July 22-25

James River (near Jamestown)

June 9-12

June 24-27

June 30 - July 3

July 14-17

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 (invitation only)

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!

Food bank offers gifting program for commodities

BY CHRIS AARHUS, NDFU

Supporting hunger relief takes everyone, and the Great Plains Food Bank has provided agriculture producers with an easy way to donate and feed hungry families.

Grow, Give & Gain — a commodity gifting program — allows farmers and ranchers to donate their agricultural commodities to Great Plains Food Bank right at the local elevator.

“We’ve had producers in the past who would give cash from their sales, and this just seemed like an interesting twist that could be a better fit for some producers with business and tax planning,” said Abby Tow, major gifts officer for Great Plains Food Bank. “We’re hoping this will be a win-win for producers and for the neighbors we serve.”

Producers can download the transfer of ownership form from greatplainsfoodbank.org/commodities, or contact the organization at donate@ greatplainsfoodbank.org to get started.

Once the commodity is delivered to the elevator, the producer should inform them that they want to transfer the ownership to Great Plains Food Bank, and then request an elevator storage receipt showing the food bank as the owner. The producer

would upload the receipt to the website as part of the Transfer of Ownership.

“Then it’s just notifying us that it’s been done — it’s a really simple process,” Tow said. “The elevators I’ve talked to are all familiar with the process and have done it before.”

Selling typical commodities like corn or soybeans would help the food bank purchase food for families, but growers of other foods are welcomed too, Tow said.

“We accept food donations — potatoes, beans, beef, bison,” she said. “We even have a lettuce guy. There are multiple ways to give. This is just a new way.”

Tow said the past couple of years have seen heavy use of food banks across North Dakota, and every little bit counts.

“We have seen record numbers, and it’s not records we want to celebrate by any stretch of the imagination,” she said. “We do celebrate the generosity of North Dakotans — producers, businesses and other people who have stepped up and allowed us to fill that need. It’s incredible.”

Tow said 1 in 6 North Dakotans use a food bank, with 1 in 3 being children.

“It’s a very real problem,” she said. “I think there’s a perception that hunger is a big city problem, and that’s just not the case. We have 200 food pantries across the state. The need is everywhere.”

TOW

HOW TO MAKE A COMMODITY GIFT

• Complete the Transfer of Ownership form online, download the printable form, or contact the Great Plains Food Bank at 701-232-6219 or Donate@GreatPlainsFoodBank.org.

• Deliver the commodity to your local elevator or co-op and tell them that you wish to transfer ownership to the Great Plains Food Bank.

• Request an elevator storage receipt showing the Great Plains Food Bank as the owner. The elevator should refrain from selling the commodity or issuing a check without specific instructions from the Great Plains Food Bank.

• Notify the Great Plains Food Bank when the transfer is made, indicating where the commodity is being stored.

• The Great Plains Food Bank will acknowledge your gift following the sale.

Disclaimer:

Ag diversification is necessary

As part of a family farm, I am very interested in the debate and dialogue surrounding inflation, especially when it comes to food and more specifically when it comes to eggs. I have never known a time when more people know the price of an item than the last election and the beginning of a new administration, as they do for eggs. We used to compare gas prices, airline ticket prices and hotel rooms to see who got the best deal.

Farmers rely on prices paid on commodities as their source of income. If we do not see acceptable commodity price increases each year, farmers only have the tools of lower supply costs, more production for efficiency or farm programs to offset income, especially when the market doesn’t cover cost of production.

In most cases, the price of the raw commodity before processing is less relevant to what the consumer pays than most would expect. It typically is a multiplier for everyone beyond the farm, who take the opportunity to increase their prices and get a greater share of the food dollar.

For example, the price of wheat is only 4% of a loaf of bread. The value of wheat in a $2 loaf is 8 cents. If you raise the price of wheat to 5%, the cost of a loaf of bread would only need to increase 2 cents, assuming all other prices in the production of wheat remain constant. For a farmer, a bushel of wheat currently is around $5. The additional 1% price increase would amount to nearly $1, making the farmer’s price per bushel nearly $6. This is a huge benefit in a farm’s ability to be profitable.

The prices farmers and ranchers receive are rarely the cause of high inflation and generally have a minimal impact on consumer pricing. The story of inflation is much deeper.

Getting back to eggs, what happened? First, we must look at the industry as a whole. Egg production in the past was much more locally driven. We had many producers spread evenly across our nation with local delivery. Now, we have few producers with highly concentrated production that are limited in specific regions. So when COVID hit, the disruption in logistics

drove shortages which had the ability to create unmet demand. This drove prices up. Secondly, following COVID, bird flu hit, which is carried by both domestic birds and wild birds. Currently, the only successful way to deal with bird flu is to destroy the source, which means destroying whole flocks to minimize further spread of the virus.

Nothing that happens in D.C. or politics has a major influence on the price and most likely will not.

The solution is to maintain a larger number of farms across our nation for food production rather than concentrate production, where both logistics and diseases can interrupt supply chains and create unmet demand. This is why we have farm programs and we need to encourage agriculture diversification and

Movement toward biofuels continues despite uncertainty

BY CHRIS AARHUS, NDFU

While there may be some uncertainty surrounding USDA incentives for low-carbon farming practices, Dr. David Ripplinger of North Dakota State University said the movement toward increasing biofuels and incentivizing the production of low-carbon crops continues.

Ripplinger was one of many presenters at the

Evolution Ag Summit: Fuels of the Future event Feb. 18 at the NDFU state office. The event — hosted by NDFU — highlighted renewable fuels and how farmers should proceed following the administration’s recent action to freeze certain programs at USDA, as well as how farmers

HayLee Neurohr of Gladstone, Ryan Pederson of Rolette, Scott German of Oakes and moderator Jenny Schlecht of AgWeek participated in a producer perspectives panel at the Evolution Ag Summit: Fuels of the Future event Feb. 18 at the NDFU Conference Center in Jamestown.

Anne Steckel, advisor to National Farmers Union, talks about the 45Z tax credit and the uncertainty with USDA programs.

Dr. David Ripplinger of NDSU spoke about the growing need for sustainable aviation fuel.

A HOME FOR

VALUE-ADDED AGRICULTURE

With a new facility, Northern Crops Institute continues providing opportunities to producers, industry

Northern Crops Institute Director David Boehm opens a passthrough in the sensory kitchen.

Story and photos by Chris Aarhus, NDFU • Graphics courtesy of NCI

Every

journey

AT LEFT: Numerous pasta-making dies allow NCI to produce many types of pasta.

starts with the first step.

A producer has an idea for a food product made from a commodity that’s already being grown on the family farm. Bread. Donuts. Maybe it’s a snack food. It’ll need to be formulated, produced, tested and marketed.

Enter the Northern Crops Institute (NCI).

Based out of Fargo on the campus of North Dakota State University, the NCI supports the promotion and market development of commodities in the four-state region of North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Montana.

NCI provides a variety of services, but product development is at its core.

“Someone comes in and says, I want to make a snack food from pulse crops or grains that I grow on my farm,” said David Boehm, who was recently promoted to director of the NCI. “They have an idea, but they don’t know how to take it to the next level.”

Boehm said NCI would meet with that producer about what market might exist for that product.

“Great ideas are one thing, but if you can’t

actually manufacture and sell it with a good market for it, then it doesn’t really matter,” he said. “We’d work with them on their ideas and help them figure out if there is someone who can make the product for them.”

Product development comes with a variety of questions, as the process can be halted at any step, he said.

“So going back to the snack food, where are you going to make it?” he said. “How are you going to package it? Where are you going to sell it? So they get a bit of that business marketing up front. Once we’ve narrowed that, we’ll go right into the food labs and talk about ingredient mixes and formulas. And then possibly, help set them up with a manufacturer or packager.”

It’s a value-added process that can help producers, one of the many ways NCI makes a difference. NCI also offers courses and webinars, processing development, testing services and consulting.

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TOP: On the other side of the sensory kitchen is the sensory lab, where taste testers can receive food and then vote.

WHAT IS THE NCI?

The Northern Crops Institute was started in 1979 with hopes of advancing regional agriculture and value-added processing by offering resources and training to expand opportunities in both domestic and international markets for northern-grown crops.

It’s a dynamic team — including educators, scientists and staff — working together to deliver education and support for value-added products for agriculture. NCI — technically a state agency written into the North Dakota Century Code — doesn’t do retail promotion or selling of products but can connect entrepreneurs with businesses across the globe.

“They may have an idea for something and want it tested, but marketing it and taking it over seas — that’s just not in their wheelhouse,” said Tim Dufault, who is chairman of the Northern Crops Council, the NCI’s governing body. “So, a lot of it is about making connections for people to take it to the next level.”

The Northern Crops Council is an 18-member board made up of commodity organizations, state government and private industry. For further input, NCI utilizes an advisory board that is made up of additional organizations including North Dakota Farmers Union.

The state investment into NCI continues to pay off, Boehm said, as it does an impact analysis every two years and the latest

TIM DUFAULT

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numbers show continued success.

“Of the (clients) that attended our programs, 61% of them increased their commodity purchases, so they’re buying more, and that’s dollars that are result of their experiences at NCI,” he said. “On the technical side, because of our food labs and the work we do with food companies and ingredient companies, they increase their purchases by 38%. When people are buying more, that translates to real economic impact.”

NEW BUILDING

In 2024, NCI moved into the Peltier Complex, a 160,000-square foot that serves mainly the NCI but also NDSU’s ag-food programs as well as the North Dakota Trade Office and the USDA cereal quality programs. Many of the labs and facilities are shared among the organizations and agencies within the building. Most of the funding for the $85 million facility came from the state legislature, though $15 million was raised privately.

One of the many features of the new building includes a sensory kitchen, so food can be shared essentially through pass-through doors

Northern Crops Institute Director David Boehm talks about the stone milling room. NCI can run most of North Dakota's commodities through the small mill.

2025 NCI Impact Analysis

The Northern Crops Institute (NCI) meets its mission with services that lead to actual increased commodity purchases and regional investments. NCI actively contributes to adding value for products created by the region’s farmers and processors.

Program Impact

The Northern Crops Institute offers a variety of short courses and webinars that unite customers, commodity traders, technical experts, and professors for discussion and education. During our courses, participants refresh their expertise and are exposed to technology, participate in lectures, case histories, laboratory demonstrations, and tours.

A 5% increase over 2022!

100%

Global Impact

and into the sensory testing room, where consumers will taste and react. They’ll be able to send a result or score from their phone.

“There was a need for us to build something that was more conducive to actually doing sensory testing, rather than just a public space,” Boehm said. “The meat science group at NDSU does a lot of sensory testing too, and so now we have a really nice development kitchen with the sensory space.”

of attendees have increased the volume of US commodities as a result of NCI courses.

98%

Individuals from 81 countries participated in NCI’s educational programs from 2022 to 2023, expanding our global reach and connecting customers to the region!

Knowledgeable staff, excellent facility, good engagement throughout sessions, up to date information, relevant content.

CONNECTING IN THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE

The building also features new protein and oilseed extraction labs, as previous work in these areas was scattered around campus.

“Now it’s all in one functional area,” Boehm said.

In addition to that, it also has the only pilot scale pasta production lab in the United States

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that’s available for product development. That means for many startup companies that don’t have an in-house pasta lab, the NCI is necessary.

“Once you get your brand established and you’ve got working capital, you might build your own facility,” Boehm said. “But you can’t start there. You’ve got to start smaller, with someone else making your product for you. And you may never get there, depending on how much product your selling.”

Added Dufault: “It might be testing out a new food product for someone in the Twin Cities that wants to make something for a new soup, or it could be putting on a pasta class for a group of 30 from Southeast Asia.”

Additional features include a demonstration lab for students or clients, a bake lab for breads, pizzas or tortillas and more, a pilot scale wheat mill and a stone milling lab. Among the highlights is also an extrusion lab, where everyday foods that require special detail can be made, like cheese puffs (commonly called Cheetos) or breakfast cereals that feature very specific shapes like the alphabet.

For educational purposes, the building has an auditorium that holds 60 people and additional meeting rooms and classrooms. The auditorium is specifically built to handle language translation to make communicating

with other countries important. In the past year, representatives from more than 50 countries have visited the NCI.

Boehm said the building has led to stronger relationships among partner agencies and organizations.

“There’s a lot more collaboration within the building,” he said. “You have everything related to food science and product development on campus. You have shared labs, and even if you have your own equipment, they’re often in the same room. So, you’re working alongside scientists that are doing the same thing you’re doing.”

FOR FARMERS

Producers are often looking for a niche crop to get out in front of, hoping to earn a premium.

Because NCI works so often with food companies, it often gets an inside look at consumer demand. Boehm offered one crop that he thinks could take off in the future — sorghum.

“Sorghum is gluten free, it’s low water, so it checks the sustainability box,” he said. “It’s got all of these things going for it. It’s a really good food ingredient.”

NCI took it a step further, hosting an event for food companies and sorghum growers.

“We invited everybody within that channel to say, how can we help promote this as an ingredient and as a crop to find value for our farmers,” Boehm said. “That’s a good example

The Northern Crops Institute's new auditorium can hold 60 people. In the past year, representatives from more than 50 countries have visited the NCI.

Technical Services Impact

As a result of your experience with NCI...

A 14% increase over 2022!

Technical service clients have increased their purchase activity of commodities and ingredients by 38%.

“NCI provides useful, industryfocused information to our partners as part of our work developing value-added uses for new and emerging crops.”

“NCI has a long history of serving the 4-state area with professionalism, the people, and relationships with staff gives me confidence ”

Course Attendee Roles

A majority of attendees were in decision-making positions

“NCI's work helped provide more clarity on the potential uses for the crops, including valuable data on product formulation and processing methods ”

Net Promoter Score

NPS rating for likeliness to recommend attending an NCI course.

NPS rating for likeliness to recommend NCI for technical services.

An increase of 24 points for courses and 15 points for technical services over 2022!

Surveys conducted by Prime46, a third-party research and consulting organization. The surveys were sent to 381 course participants and 66 technical clients from the ‘22 and ‘23 calendar years.

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of us working across the food chain.”

Value-added products help farmers find additional revenue for the commodities they’re already growing. But Boehm also asks that farmers be involved with commodity groups and other ag stakeholders, so they have a good understanding of the industry’s needs.

“Make sure you’re engaged, because we’re changing the narrative,” Boehm said. “We talk about commodities as if they’re some abstract thing, but they’re not. It’s an ingredient that’s going into someone’s food in some way, shape or form. That’s really important.”

CONNECTING IN THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE

Dufault said that the ultimate goal would be for farmers to help find products that keep commodities close to home.

“It’s value-added,” said Dufault, who represents the Minnesota Wheat Research & Promotion Council on the Northern Crops board. “The idea is to not have to ship raw commodity out of our four states. Let’s get it processed here. Let’s put it in a box or a bag and have that product ready to go on a retail shelf. That would be the goal. That keeps the money and jobs in our region. That’s the economic driver, ultimately.”

GRAND FARM SNEAK PEAK

A look at the upcoming 2025 Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report

Technology plays a crucial role in modern agriculture, transforming the way farmers grow crops, raise livestock and manage resources. Each month, NDFU will dedicate space to Grand Farm and its commitment to ag innovation. This space will highlight analysis and the work of its clients.

How grower input is driving innovation at Grand Farm

Farmers have always been innovators. From early mechanization to today’s precision agriculture tools, agriculture is constantly evolving. Grand Farm is excited to release the 2025 Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report (RAPPR) on June 12 during AgTech Week.

This year’s report captures insights from over 60 pain points gathered from 10 organizations, identifying key areas where innovation can drive real impact. Here, we'll give you a sneak peek at that work.

Grand Farm is an innovation ecosystem dedicated to solving agricultural challenges through technology. By bringing together growers, technologists, corporations, startups, educators, students, government, and investors, Grand Farm works to accelerate the development and adoption of AgTech solutions that address real-world issues on the farm.

The Grower Pain Point Report has evolved over the years to better serve the agricultural community. The first iteration, published in 2020, was developed

through insights gathered through conversations with growers. This initial report identified around 20 pain points. In 2023, the second iteration took a more strategic approach—designed to educate industry players on the challenges growers face. This report helped Grand Farm shape its events, projects, and partnerships to better connect innovation with real-world farming needs.

Now, in 2025, the Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report (RAPPR) builds on this foundation with a stronger emphasis on tangible solutions. Developed using insights from grower associations, commodity councils, research articles, and

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"It is imperative that solutions being developed in agriculture solve real world challenges that farmers face in the field. By having farmers share their perspectives on agricultural technology and other practices used around their farm, it carries more weight than other folks they may engage with in the industry.”

— Kyle Courtney, Oakes Grand Farm Grower Advisory Board member

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statistical data from accredited organizations, this report not only identifies the most pressing issues facing farmers in the Upper Midwest but also seeks to explore globally tested solutions that can be successfully implemented at a local level. Grand Farm is committed to this work because agricultural challenges don’t disappear — they evolve. The Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report exists to ensure that as farming changes, innovation keeps pace.

With each iteration of this report, we dedicate significant time to understanding the most pressing challenges facing farmers in our region. This year was no different — over 60 unique pain points were gathered from 10 organizations, allowing us to identify the top concerns. After careful evaluation, four key priorities emerged (see next page).

WHY THIS MATTERS FOR GROWERS

The RAPPR is driven by real grower input — ensuring that Grand Farm’s innovation priorities align with the actual needs of

producers in our region. This means more research and development, as well as education and collaboration focused on practical, farm-ready solutions that can help mitigate risks, improve profitability, and sustain operations for future generations.

WHAT’S NEXT?

The full 2025 Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report will be released at Grand Farm’s annual Cultivate conference on June 12 during AgTech Week. While the growing season will be in full swing, growers can stay informed by following Grand Farm on social media and signing up for our newsletter.

Future iterations of the RAPPR will continue to evolve alongside grower needs, likely expanding into areas like livestock, specialty crops, controlled environment agriculture, and small-scale agricultural initiatives and challenges. The Regional Agriculture Pain Point Report is proof that when farmers speak up, the AgTech industry listens.

Photos and article courtesy of Grand Farm. Adobe stock photos included.

GROWERS

We want to hear from you. If you have insights, challenges, or ideas to share, contact Stetson Urlacher, Grower Engagement Coordinator, at StetsonU@grandfarm.com.

FOUR KEY PRIORITIES IDENTIFIED BY GRAND FARM

PRIORITY #1: PEST MANAGEMENT

Effectively managing both new and existing crop pests is one of the most important challenges growers face each year. Recently, this task has become increasingly challenging with the emergence of herbicide resistant weeds, aggressive new insects, and new diseases. New methods of integrated pest management will be needed to address these critical challenges that maximize yields and reduce input costs.

PRIORITY #2: AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT

Digitalization is reshaping farm equipment, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Additionally, labor shortages in agriculture and the need for increasingly more precise equipment means farmers are looking to new types of equipment for their farms, such as autonomously capable equipment. Farmers need more connectivity and efficiency, but also greater transparency and security when it comes to data privacy and costs.

PRIORITY

#3: SOIL HEALTH

With over 38.5 million acres of production land in North Dakota, soil productivity remains a top concern for many farmers. From cover crops to carbon intensity scoring, growers are looking for solutions that improve long-term sustainability without sacrificing yields.

PRIORITY

#4: SITE-SPECIFIC CROP MANAGEMENT

No two farms are the same. Modern technology is challenged with creating accurate insights for each farm to maximize return on investment. As precision agriculture tools advance, the ability to fine-tune inputs, optimize yields, and adapt management practices to specific regions will be a game-changer.

What's happening around the state

The NDFU Board of Governors met in Bismarck on Feb. 19 after the Legislative Drive-In at the state capitol.

The Gackle-Streeter FFA hosted a pancake breakfast sponsored by Logan County Farmers Union.

Sioux County Farmers Union sponsored the Snowflake Jamboree in Selfridge.

NDFU MOBILE APP How to use the

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If you don’t know your portal password, use the Forgot Your Password option!

Follow the on-screen prompts to login. NDFU utilizes two-factor authentication for security purposes.

Choose to receive your two-factor code via text or email!

Enter the code to get into the app. If the texting option does not work the first time, try again and choose the email option.

You will stay logged into the NDFU app continually, providing you open the app once a month!

Three of the features of the app include a home screen with notifications, state convention registration and the ability to find and contact your legislators about important issues!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to be a member to log into the app?

Yes. The app is for NDFU members. Those who would like to become members can sign up at NDFU.org!

What if NDFU doesn’t have my email address? Like any online service, we require an email address to use the mobile app. Contact us at 1-800-366-6338 or ndfu@ndfu.org to have an email address added to your account. Additionally, if we have a different email address on file than the one you’re currently using, you can use the one we have on file or contact us with your new address.

NDFU has my email, but I’ve never used the online portal. What’s my password? Search NDFU in the app store or scan the QR code. Download the app, use the Forgot Password link on the login screen and follow the on-screen prompts to set a new password using the email address we have on file for you!

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FARM

FOR SALE

FORD 8N PARTS, drawbar for 3 pt, coils, 12 and 6 volt generators, wire harnesses and more; Railroad plates, 2 Holley double pumpers and others for parts. Call or text. 701-320-2094, Clifford Meadows, Medina.

AIR SEEDER, 2004 JD 1820 air seeder 53', 10" spacing 5-section, full run blockage system, single shoot, steel packer wheels, w/2004 JD 1910 tow-behind commodity cart, 2-compartment, 350 bu. 150/200 bu. compartments, variable rate, single shoot, hyd. fan, 8" poly flighting auger, walking tandems on front, 16.5L-16.1 tires, 710/70R38 rears. 701-320-1783, Dale Karn, Wimbledon.

STOCK TRAILER, 8’X36’ ground load stock trailer. LED lights, 17.5 dual tires $16,000; Ruff chopped hay trailer $600; 2002 Trail Lite 21’ motor home. Vortex 8.1 gas engine with overdrive, auto transmission. Bed in rear and couch makes into bed. 51,500 miles, 4000 Owen’s gen. $8,500. 701-391-1852, Marc Sundquist, Baldwin.

TRACTOR, 15-30 McCormick Tractor make offer, 1 new tire LT245-75R-Load Range E. Two cream separators, 4-wheel Steel Running Gear, 1 Covered Wagon Running Gear. Email larryn@ westriv.com. 701-548-8020, Larry Nagel, Shields.

CHAINS, new feeder chain, clean grain chain for JD 6620 combine, also some new belts. 701721-2102, Daniel Kuntz, Drake.

900B FARMHAND TUB GRINDER. Recent rods and hammers. New hydraulic pump. Works good just upgraded. 701-391-1283, Robert Mehlhoff, Bismarck.

JD 8410 TRACTOR, MFWD, 7900 hrs., 3 pt., 3 hyd. ports, PTO, Firestone 20.8R42 (520/85R42 rear duals 50%, Titan 420/90R30 single FWA 80%. GRAIN CART 450 bu. JKraft cart, 540 PTO drive box, will run with 1000 drive shaft half speed,12" folding auger, reach 9'4" truck box, hydraulic bottom gates and auger inside box, 28LX26 good single tires, rear tow hitch, seasonal use, good condition, px available $2400 OBO; 701-952-8973, Glen Nagel, Jamestown.

2001 JD 9750 COMBINE, PRWD, Cont Master - Eng -4968/Sep- 3331. Above avg condition; 2010 635F Flex Head w/ Crary Air Bar; Starfire 3000 Globe, New Shroud, Good Shape; JD 2014 DB60 PARTS: 36 JD Pro-Series XP Meters with Mini Hoppers/Trimble True Count Air Clutches/Seed Tub Sensor Wire Harnesses 3 control boxes/Air tanks to run clutches for 3 row shutoff; Trimble Wiring/Hoses. 36+ Steel Closing Wheels & Dry Rate Controller 701-321-5711, John Kempf, Ashley.

WANTED

WATER TRUCK, for watering roads. 701-3516040, Rick Schwab, Devils Lake.

TRACTORS, IH 706, 806, 1206, 856, 1256, 1456, 966, 1066,1466,1566, others; JDs 4520, 4620, 5010, 5020, 6030, others; MM 950 on up; Oliver 1964 on up; ACs 200, 210, 220, D-21; will buy all running or not. 701-6282130, Jerry Lumley, Stanley.

ENGINE, Ford 4 cyl. Industrial engine off an Owatonna 350 swather. 701-226-4055, Lloyd Giese, Steele.

FOR SALE

ADVERTISING METAL SIGNS and a couple anvils available. I have a large SST John Deere sign, a large Elephant Fertilizer sign, plus a few others for sale. Anvils are 147 and 158 pounders, both have nice edges. 701-220-5746, Val Ganje, Bismarck.

WANTED

SIGNS, ADVERTISING, COLLECTIBLES, looking for things to add to our collection, old signs, anything farm related, gas and oil, advertising. highway signs, railroad related items, license plates, oil cans, barber/salon items. Old items w/ small town advertising-mirrors, thermometers. Paying cash & will travel. Text/call anytime. Would love to visit with you. Or stop and visit me along I-94. 701-989-0495, Bryan Behm, Medina.

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.

FARM/CONSTRUCTION TOYS, all kinds, regardless of size or condition; also snowmobiles, any condition 1970-2000. 701430-2690, Eric Rice, Mayville.

OLD STUFF, I buy things like ND license plates, ND picked arrowheads, advertising signs, old marbles, old metal toys, metal trade tokens, silver dollars, oil cans, gas pumps, road signs, animal traps, crocks, S/P shakers, carnival glass, I'm also looking for any sign that has the Indian Head logo like ND Highway Patrol door sign, old ND road sign, and ND coal signs. I can travel to your location. 701-220-5746, Val Ganje, Bismarck.

PRAIRIE DOG HUNTERS to hunt on my land. Make reservations now. Email larryn@westriv. com. 701-548-8020, Larry Nagel, Shields.

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BALES, small square hay/straw bales. 701-3627777, Richard Bloms, Glenburn.

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