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CONTENTS

4 BLISTERING TUNA 7 NEW ARRIVAL

8 GRAZING CONSIDERATIONS 10 WHO YOU GONNA CALL

15 INVENTORY UPDATE 18 SERVING OTHERS 24 MULTI-SPECIES GRAZING 31 ALL ABOARD

Delivered To Your Doorstep: The acquisition of Ardmore Oklahoma's long standing Kubota dealership, A&A Equipment, provides

our brand the ability to serve quality equipment to south central Oklahoma and beyond. Great Plains Ardmore is our eighth full line Kubota dealership and will offer area customers services such as: pick-up and delivery, an exclusive 10-Year warranty, online parts ordering, 24/7 technical support, and expanded equipment options with Kubota construction equipment and multiple lines of hay tools. Pictured is Ardmore's driver, Doug Bruce, carefully unloading a Kubota wheel rake . Read more about Great Plains Ardmore on page 22.

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By Reed Boettcher

SUMMER FUN - NOT BURNS

Summer has arrived in Oklahoma which means it's

but it obviously doesn't. If it did, aloe vera gel sales wouldn't be what they are today. time to have "fun in the sun!" Summertime fun can Here are few simple steps to take when planning outmean a lot of different things to people, but regardless side activities this summer: the activity, one factor we must all consider is how to 1. Get at least eight hours of sleep. safely handle the sun and blistering heat. Geographical- 2. Eat regular meals. ly, most of Oklahoma is considered a subtropical climate 3. Avoid drinking energy drinks such as Monsters or with long, hot, humid summers. So here in Oklahoma, Red Bulls. we "Okies" know what summer brings: big electric 4. Drink four waters to every one sports drink like Gabills, exhausting heat, sun burns, long days, and early torade or Poweraid. mornings. It also brings extended and expanded fishing 5. Wear sunscreen, and apply it regularly throughout opportunities, cook-outs, family vacations, gardening your day. activities, increased farming and ranching production, 6. Wear long sleeve, performance clothing, such as a and much more. We generally spend more time outfishing shirt along with a hat or head covering. doors in the summer so it only makes sense to spend Of course there are many other ways to stay cool more time preventing sun burns and heat strokes! It while enjoying the outdoors, but the main factors to isn't only outdoor recreational activities that puts us Ok- consider are hydration and skin coverings. Go outdoors ies at risk. In most cases farmers and ranchers are exduring different times of the day. Consider modifying posed to 2-3 times as much UV radiation your approach and fish early as indoor workers? As we enter sunny or late. Luckily for fisherweather, be mindful of your conditions men, low light conditions are in the field. more favorable in the heart of A long-planned summer goal of mine the summer. Consider startwas to land a yellow fin tuna. This past ing your outdoor activities April, I checked this goal off my list earlier. For those that aren't but it came at a great expense. In addiearly risers harness your tion to the financial expense of our 2.5 nocturnal side and see how hours chasing tuna in the open ocean, alive the natural world is as the greatest expense was the damage we humans sleep! the gulf sun did to family's skin. The 30 seconds it would have taken to grab the sunscreen bag cost us an uber ride to a New Orleans Home Depot for Aloe plants, two emergency room visits, and a trip to the skin clinic. Two out of the six fishermen on board got second degree burns and although everyone has healed fine; this lack of prevention left a diminished mark on what was a fishing trip of a lifetime.

What can we do to prevent sun damage? There are many ways to protect our bodies against the damaging sun. One might think it would take just one time to learn when and how to take precautions, Tuna Time: I spent my free time in April chasing fish, starting on the White River in Arkansas, and ending at the gulf of Mexico for Redfish and Tuna. The weather was sunny. The days were long, but the fishing gear worn protected me from the damaging sun. However, during the deep sea trip for Tuna out of Venice, Louisiana, we forgot to bring the bag of sunscreen, resulting in hospitalizations for two of the six on board. Yes the Oklahoma sun is brutal, but when fishing the clear blue waters of the ocean the water acts like a mirror. Photos Submitted By: The Boettchers

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The New SVL75-3

Kubota Tractor Corporation introduced the new SVL75-3 this spring. The new SVL75-3 replaces the popular SVL75-2 with a wide range of performance, comfort and productivity features and is now available at any Great Plains Kubota full line Kubota dealership in Ada, Ardmore, Duncan, Clinton, Edmond, Norman, Shawnee or Stillwater!

“The new SVL75-3 really raises the bar for Kubota’s compact track loader line with the introduction of the first model in the -3 series,” said Jerry Corder, Kubota product manager, construction equipment. “With a wide range of performance and functionality improvements over its predecessor, and standard technology features included in the cab, operators are going to work faster and more efficiently on the jobsite.”

- INCREASED TORQUE AND ELEVATED PERFORMANCE The new SVL75-3 is powered by a 74.3 horsepower Kubota engine with higher maximum torque, allowing for quick and efficient work. With a working range that includes a rated operating capacity of 2,490 lbs. at 35 percent or 3,557 lbs. at 50 percent, an impressive 6,191 lbs. of breakout force and a hinge pin height of 122.7 inches, the SVL75-3 can tackle the toughest tasks.

The SVL75-3’s hydraulic system features an innovative Advanced Multifunction Valve (AMV) that helps to ensure smooth movement of all hydraulic functions when operated simultaneously allowing operators to run the auxiliary hydraulics, bucket and loader arm functions at the same time with a lower risk of stalling. The Electronic Travel Torque Management System is designed to enable operators to work faster and with more power by constantly monitoring the load of the machine to optimally control hydraulic pump output according to the load, reducing engine stalls for smoother operation in even the toughest conditions.

Updated travel features include faster two-speed travel and the Advanced Auto Downshift system from Kubota compact excavators that automatically downshifts from high to low gear while making turns, immediately pro-

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viding the maximum amount of torque needed when exiting a turn. Operators also have the ability to change their travel response sensitivity with the choice of three track response settings: mild, normal and quick.

- A SPACIOUS ONE-PIECE SEALED CAB WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FEATURES The SVL75-3 is equipped with Kubota’s new one-piece sealed cab that helps prevent dirt, dust, rain and debris from entering the operator space while also reducing noise levels. Operators step into a wide cab entrance through a sliding front door that can be opened regardless of the position of the bucket or loader arms, and machine operation is possible with the door open. Front and rear LED work lights and a large upper windshield allows for increased operator visibility, day or night.

A new 7-inch color LCD touch panel with jog dial comes standard in the SVL75-3 and is conveniently positioned to the front right of the operator for easy visibility and fast access. The LCD panel gives operators access to a wide range of functions and vital information, like battery charge, hydraulic oil and coolant temperature, auxiliary mode and fuel level, and is also where the standard rear- view camera is displayed. Additional features include keyless engine start, with the ability to save up to 51 user passcodes, and a new integrated Bluetooth radio that provides seamless streaming and hands-free calling, available in closed cab models only.

- MAINTENANCE MADE EASY When it is time to service the SVL75-3, maintenance is a breeze thanks to easy access to the engine compartment, battery and fluid filters, while the radiator and oil cooler are conveniently located on top of the engine compartment making them easy to reach for cleaning and routine maintenance. An optional reversing fan helps to keep the radiator intake free of dust and debris to ensure optimal air flow. The one-piece sealed cabin can be tilted up 56.5 inches without having to lift the boom, providing access to the hydraulic pumps, valves, lines and hydraulic tank.

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What To Do After the Drought of 2022

What to Consider Before Adopting Multispecies

GRAZING

By Steve Swigert

How are pastures going to be

utilized when the grass returns?

Will they be used to replenish hay supplies or are animals going to be purchased to graze the available forages? In many cases, operations were forced to liquidate or greatly reduce their cow herd numbers in 2022.

And now with the rainfall returning, it appears that the drought is over in many areas. So the question now is, what to do with the grass? If the decision is to buy cows, they will be expensive, exceeding $2000/head in most situations or the grass can be harvested in the form of hay. However, hay has to be sold or utilized to have value. If there is continued rainfall, hay will be plentiful and with reduced numbers of cattle, there should be a drop in the value of a bale of hay. One of these options still could be the best option for your operation.

Another option might be to take a look at other species (goats, sheep, e.g.) grazing or multi-species grazing. With this option, the additional investment in animals will be less and could give you greater flexibility.

Take time to read the articles that outline multi-species grazing from consultants at the Noble Research Institute. It could give you a new perspective on what you consider doing with your property.

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By Rob Cook - Consultation Manager, Noble research Institute

Grazing land managers who graze multiple

livestock species in the same animal groups or on the same acres of land see ecological as well as economic benefits that could improve the sustainability of their operations. Multispecies grazing can be used to more effectively utilize all of the browse and forage in pastures, target weeds and brush, and reduce parasite loads across pastures. These benefits could also lead to increased revenues or decreased costs.

Regardless, using multiple species to capture these benefits is not always sunny days. Including additional species on the ranch will add layers of management and an additional set of challenges. Grazing land managers who have effectively implemented multispecies grazing were briefly interviewed and asked to list the most difficult challenges they face. These managers operate grazing land in southern Oklahoma, northern Texas and the Edwards Plateau area in south-central Texas. They identified fencing needs, predator issues, working facilities and veterinary care as the top challenges that grazing land managers will face when implementing multispecies grazing.

Top identified challenges for multispecies grazing: FENCING NEEDS Beef cattle operation managers who plan on adding other species and have five-wire barbwire fencing will have a challenge keeping sheep or goats in areas intended. Many managers have success in upgrading their fences with the addition of a few strands of hot-wire, while others require the conversion of barbwire to net-wire fencing to hold back goats. This is GPL Summer 2023

especially true for exterior fencing. Areas with high densities of browse seem to be more conducive to adding hot-wire to existing fence, while areas with sparse stands of browse and few forbs might require net-wire fencing. Not only will this add varying levels of labor, but it will also add expense to prepare the ranch for the new management technique. Grazing land managers will have to weigh the benefits they will receive from multispecies grazing with the costs of time and money to modify existing fencing before the decision is made to adopt this practice. Sheep could require less fence modification than goats, but sheep may or may not meet the manager's goals especially when it comes to brush suppression.

WORKING FACILITIES The cattle working facilities most ranches have in place are usually not adapted to working smaller animals such as sheep or goats. Gaps between rails in the panels could be too wide, and the alley widths usually allow animals to turn around easily. This makes moving the animals through the working pens difficult.

A separate set of pens might be needed to facilitate working sheep and goats. The methods and pharmaceuticals needed to work these animals are different from cattle and will add to the learning curve for managers who are new to smaller animals. Many feel that sheep and goats require more labor to care for.

Many times sheep and goats will need their hooves trimmed because they will not wear down. This is very labor intensive and is an example of a management practice that is normally not needed in beef cattle production.

PREDATOR ISSUES Predation can be a major issue for sheep and goat producers in many areas of the Southern Great Plains.

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tect herds. A good guard dog seems to be the most effective at keeping predators at bay. The breed of guard dog could be a personal preference as it seems there are good individuals from each breed that have been developed to guard smaller animals like sheep and goats. Having multiple dogs could be key as it may be trial and error to discover which individual dog will be most conducive for different management styles and needs. Many producers use mobile dog sheds for their guard dogs' care. Regardless of the guard animal type utilized, predator management is an added cost and an additional management skill that grazing land managers must develop when adding multispecies grazing to a ranch plan.

VETERINARY CARE Finding a veterinarian who has experience with sheep or goats could be an issue in certain areas.

These animals have different diseases, parasites and other health issues to deal with than cattle. Veterinarians who practice in areas with predominantly beef production might have the same learning curve as the grazing managers new to sheep and goat production.

These are just a few of the issues that come along with adding multiple species to a grazing operation. As with any other decision managers make in their operations, the benefits must be weighed against the costs and challenges to ensure that multispecies grazing is a practice that meets the goals, management style and skill set of the manager. It seems more and more producers are finding that increased grazing animal biodiversity results in enough benefits to overcome the costs and challenges associated with incorporating multiple species. The most beneficial tool to help in transitioning to this grazing type is visiting with neighbors who've already worked through these challenges to see what has worked for them.

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to be the brand that serves not only during normal business hours, but all the time! Our growing team of dispatchers and field service technicians is dedicated to providing you quality service when and wherever. We currently have three full time Field Service Techs or (FSTs) that have a passion for getting customers’ units up and running again when it matters most. Field service is a great solution for customers that are trying to avoid longer downtime that might be caused by a backlog of larger repairs in the shop.

Our FSTs don’t just come to work to collect a paycheck, they come to work because they enjoy serving their customers and they know how important the agricultural and construction industries are to their communities. When a couple of our FSTs were asked what they enjoy most in their careers, they said the best part of every day was getting to know their customers on a more personal level, understanding their operation, and making suggestions on products we have that could make customers’ work more efficient. Our FSTs understand all the new technology being introduced into the agricultural industry because they are using it in their own lives.

Michael Alexander, our field tech responsible for covering the majority of our tractors and CE all over the state, has a small commercial cow-calf operation he runs with his father in law. He understands the challenges that are created when trying to manage a successful business in an ever changing environment. Michael 10

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has been a field service technician for 15 years and has worked from Michigan to Mexico and Albuquerque to Arkansas. Field service to Michael is the ability to service or repair a machine while causing the least amount of downtime or disruption to the customers’ operation.

Michael - (2 years for GP, 14 years total, 17 years in AG) has his own commercial cow-calf operation, and was raised in the shop or wrecker yard with his dad.

As he got older he enjoyed going out on the jobs and helping customers. He enjoys the aspect of getting to meet and talk with customers, experiencing and solving the newest-more difficult problems, getting to know customer operations and helping them identify products we have they might need. What being a FST means to Michael is the ability to call the dealership to service the machine without having the hassle or expense of bringing the unit into the dealership and getting priority service. Also, customers that desire a faster turnaround or require a temporary repair to have less downtime will be able to take advantage of these services. He's is also inspired to support the AG base that helps grow food to feed America and beyond, and to support farmers in a critical time of need.

Clyde Harms, our field tech responsible for most hay equipment repairs in Oklahoma and surrounding states, helped his grandpa run his custom baling business while he was growing up before eventually deciding to run his own operation, which he did for 15 plus years. Clyde has been a field service technician GPL Summer 2023

for 29 years and if you run any kind of hay equipment in Oklahoma, you probably know Clyde’s reputation for being THE hay guy to call when you are having trouble. Field service to Clyde is treating the customers like they are your friends and family by ensuring they are able to provide for their families and livestock around the clock. Many of Clyde’s customers he served 25 years ago still do business with him because they know they can trust him and the quality of his work.

Clyde - (29 years FST, 5 years with GP) was raised in the hay industry and likes to help the farmers out.

He has a passion for the hay industry and getting customers back up and running as soon as possible. The FST experience to the customers is like helping family or friends and treating everyone the same and getting to know them on a personal level. Clyde likes to help and talk customers through their operations and needs and what products we have that will help them be more productive. He thinks it's exciting getting to help people make their living and be the one that is trained to make sure they are able to provide for their families. Many local customers reach him directly on his personal phone.

The Great Plains field service department is here to serve you 24/7/365. To contact the field service team, regardless of the time of day, please call or text 580279-1298. We are ready to come to your location to repair your equipment or just to simply perform the recommended preventative maintenance or end of season inspection.

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INVENTORY

By Jeremy Flowers

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The last few years have been challenging in all areas of business. Everywhere you turn there are inventory

shortages. “Next-Day-Air” has turned into “product unavailable at this time.” There are new phrases we use in everyday conversations, Supply Chain Shortages, Global Demand, and Allocations, are just a few. All of this combined has increased frustrations from both a customer and supplier perspective. Where do we go from here one might ask?

We are faced with two choices. We can continue to try and do business the same way we always have, or we can embrace and meet the new inventory challenges as they arise. Here at Great Plains Kubota we choose to embrace the challenge. GP has put together a team of Business Development Managers (Parts, Sales, Service, Inventory, and Rental) along with numerous support staff to face the challenges presented. This team is looking at not only what the needs are today, but what the needs are going to be next month, next quarter, and even next year. By embracing these challenges and looking ahead we can get to our end goal. That goal is providing the best customer experience at Great Plains Kubota.

“Customer Experience” is something that a majority of businesses seem to have forgotten as all of the inventory frustrations have mounted. Lack of information, rude customer service, and lack of a provided solutions are what most customers are experiencing on a daily basis. GP wants to stand out from the crowd. We value our customers and are endeavoring to lead the way in “Customer Experience.”

Inventory will continue to challenge all businesses. Here at GP we are committed to embracing those challenges as they arise and providing solutions to our customers.

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SERVING OTHERS

by Being An Encourager

By Steve Swigert

“Each

of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up."

- Romans 15:2 “Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”

- Proverbs 1:25 What is encouragement? Encouragement can give us courage, hope, confidence, and support. It stimulates and urges others to move forward.

An encourager can give courage, hope, confidence to those around them, whether it be family, friends, employees, or coworkers.

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There Is Power In Our Words

If you are a leader, your words are magnified. Something that seems of no consequence to you can lift a team member’s spirits or crush them. If you are a parent, this power is amplified even more.

Eugene Peterson translates a passage from the Bible (James 3) this way, “A word out of your mouth may seem of no account, but it can accomplish nearly anything—or destroy it!”

Whether you are a company leader, a parent, a mentor, or someone that others look up to for any reason, your words hold immense power. That’s why it is critical that your words build others up, not tear them down. They must be encouraging.

But what is encouragement? It might help to establish what it is…and what it isn’t.

What Encouragement Is And Isn’t

Encouragement is telling others that you believe in them before they even start.

Most leaders think that encouragement is saying things like: “Great job,” or “Well done...way to go!”

But that is not encouragement at all. It’s a reward. It’s what one expects after a job well done.

Encouragement, on the other hand, is telling others that you believe in them before they even start.

Offering rewards by saying “great job” is important, but it is not encouragement.

So how do you encourage others and inspire them to achieve more than they think is possible?

1. Show them you care

These are some ways to begin

When you take the time to learn about others, it shows that you care. This empowers and encourages them.

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If you are a business leader, the best way to do this is one-on-one sessions with your employees.

Take the time to learn about their family, interests, fears, challenges, and dreams. One of the single best ways to encourage others is to care about what they care about.

2. Tell them verbally

Use these four significant words: “I believe in you.”

Take the time to tell your team, your friends, and your family, that you believe in their abilities and you are confident they will succeed.

3. Tell them in writing

The great thing about encouraging someone in writing is that they can keep the note forever. I have kept notes for many years. I even get them back out to look at them when times are difficult. It makes a difference to have those words of encouragement in those times.

4. Share with others

One of the best ways to encourage someone is to tell others how great he or she is. When you speak of others in public, praise them. When you talk about their family, praise them.

At work when you talk about a team member with a fellow manager, talk him up. Over time it will create a culture of encouragement.

5. Trust them with more

When you assign responsibility to someone, even if you don’t verbalize it, you are saying, “I trust you.” Trust conveys belief.

When you give someone responsibility, remember you are not only trusting them with the expectation of success, you are also allowing them to make mistakes.

When you micromanage or try to “fix” things along the way, it is discouraging and demotivating. Give them the responsibility, trust the person, and get out of the way.

but let’s be clear that helping is not micromanaging or meddling. Simply ask how you can help them. It’s important for others to know that while you trust them, you are also there to help.

This can go beyond just helping with projects or tasks. Get involved in their personal development by offering to send them to professional training, seminars, classes, or other learning opportunities. Show them you care about their self-improvement.

7. Just being there

This may sound simple, but too many times in today’s busy world we don’t make time to support our family and others. Our priorities are to work or play, when we should be at a child’s ballgame or school play. It’s understandable that we can’t be everywhere, but being there is a great way of encouraging. It tells those you are supporting that they matter.

Encourage Everyone

The greatest thing about each of these options is they are effective in any environment. They work in the office, at home, and literally everywhere.

When you show that you care, it tells others you believe in them. When you talk positively about them to others, trust them with important things, and help them succeed, you are encouraging them to believe in themselves, and as a result, they can accomplish more than they or you might have thought possible.

Make a commitment today to practice just one of these ways to encourage. Whether it is with your team, your colleagues, your family, or others. You will be well on your way to serving others by being an encourager. You’ll encourage others, and as a result you will also serve God. Therefore encourage one another and build up one another, just as you also are doing.

--1 Thessalonians 5:11

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Meet the New Family Members

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ficially the newest member of the Great Plains Kubota family. Although this dealership is new to GP, the Kubota brand itself is nothing new to customers of the Ardmore area. Our newly acquired Kubota dealership at 501 North Commerce Street in the heart of Ardmore has provided orange iron to the area for years. The previous dealership was A&A Equipment, but even before A&A, Tractors Inc of Ardmore offered Kubota to the area! Now, customers can take advantage of a few additions and changes.

What's new at Ardmore's Kubota dealership? Ardmore Kubota customers will now have the option to purchase Kubota construction equipment. That's right, Ardmore customers can now purchase Kubota compact track loaders, skid steers, mini-excavators, wheel loaders, backhoes, and even mini-skid steers.

Additionally the GP exclusive 10Year tractor warranty will be offered with tractor purchases (except the M7 & M8). Finally and perhaps the biggest change is the personnel. The new Store Manager, Justin Eubanks and his team will offer customers the complete Kubota experience and an increased focus on Kubota parts and service.

So what hasn't changed at the Ardmore dealership? For starters, customers can still call 580-223-7889 to get in touch with the store. That's right, we kept the same number so the long-time A&A customers that know the phone number by heart can get in touch with GP as easy as ever.

Meet the Ardmore team! Justin Eubanks is the Store Manager; Adam Twitchell will take care of Parts and Service; Buddy Jordan and Todd Blakely are the Sales PROs; Doug Bruce is the driver; and last but not least, Billy Harvey and Christopher Adkins are busy in the shop!

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How Multiple Livestock Species Can be Used to Benefit Your Ranch

By Josh Gaskamp - Technical Consultation Manager, Noble Institute

When producers are asked why they raise cattle,

Using multiple species for grazing, such as cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and poultry, allows for greater their answer is almost always along the lines of “our utilization of forages, improves soil health, increases livestock enterprise contributes to the profitability of biodiversity, improves wildlife habitat and creates opthe ranch.” Yes, livestock should always be profitable, portunity for additional enterprises, profitability and but some producers also see livestock grazing as an risk mitigation. essential tool that is shaping the landscape and regen- How and What Different Species Graze erating the soil on their ranch.

Grasses, forbs and woody plants are all forages The tool of adaptive grazing uses higher livestock that can be grazed by livestock. When using adaptive densities for short durations between long periods grazing, many producers find that any one species of of rest to allow complete livestock will consume plant recovery and soil a wide variety of plants, improvement. It is not but, in general, the diets prescriptive, but rather of cattle, sheep, goats, allows for changes in anipigs and poultry do difmal densities and pasture fer, and together, they use design in response to more of the total forage how the land and liveavailable. Let’s just comstock respond. Adaptive pare three ruminants. grazing also can include • Cattle are grazers who using grazing multiple eat mainly grasses, but livestock species together they will consume some on a ranch to reap even forbs and browse (leaves, Cattle Grazing: Use of temporary fencing such as poly wire should be stratemore benefits. young shoots and twigs gically used.

- The Objective of of woody plants), because Photos Submitted By: The Noble Foundation Adaptive Grazing the latter two are generThe objective of adaptive grazing is to mimic ally higher in forage quality (i.e., protein and energy) grazing patterns of bison and elk (yes… both species and have some medicinal qualities. occurred simultaneously) that once roamed large por- • Sheep consume a greater proportion of forbs and tions of the Great Plains but have since been removed. browse compared to cattle, but this also depends on This type of grazing leads to the benefits of accelertheir environment. While cattle bite off large portions ated plant growth; improved carbon capture and of a plant or plants by wrapping their tongue around water infiltration; higher quality forage and more. The forage and pulling, sheep bite off and eat select parts resulting plant communities are more responsive to of plants. Sheep may only graze the youngest leaf or future grazing events and more resilient to other factwo and then move to the next plant. tors that affect ecosystem stability, such as drought.

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woody plants than most tions will almost always other ruminants. They receive proportionally will consume some forbs, higher impact. Water and if they need to, they and mineral sources can will eat grasses. Because be strategically placed of this diet, a producer in a pasture/paddock to can use goats to turn the draw animals into areas liability of brush enthat would normally have croachment into a profitminimal to no impact, able enterprise. such as brushy areas or Cattle, sheep, and areas avoided due to goats all have different topography. foraging behaviors and • Sheep and goats, Adaptive Grazing: Adaptive grazing seeks to mimic benefits of natural grazpreferences, but they may ing patterns. including their lambs and Photos Submitted By: The Noble Foundation have a little bit of dietary kids, need to be able to acoverlap at times. For a grazer, such dietary overlap cess water, and they need different solutions for water means animals will be competing for available forage. than cattle. As animals that are smaller in stature, they Dietary overlap will differ seasonally, with the greatest need their own waterers that are easy to reach and overlap occurring during the winter months (doruse. mant season) when plant abundance and diversity are reduced.

When multiple livestock species live on a single ranch, the fact that they have different behaviors, different preferences and some dietary overlap sets the stage for increased plant and soil microbial biodiversity. Both of those outcomes are key to improving soil health. Goats eat more woody plants than other ruminants, they can help to tame brush encroachments on property.

- Managing Behaviors with Grazing Strategies Grazing strategies can be adapted to change animal behaviors in order to achieve the desired impact on the land. Producers can use intensity, fencing and placement of water and mineral to alter behaviors.

• Intensity refers to the density of animals in a pasture/paddock that is grazed. The higher the density, the more competitive and the less selective an animal can be when grazing. This strategy encourages animals to eat what is available, even if it isn’t preferred.

• Temporary fencing can be used to strategically place animals where greater intensity (or trample) is desired, or instead restrict access to areas of a pasture/ paddock that need more rest. Paddock design, including shape and orientation, will affect grazing behavior.

For example, pinch points in a paddock’s design can be used to facilitate more hoof action in a particular area.

Goat Grazing: Goats require additional fencing considerations to keep them • Water and mineral placements are also powerful contained in their grazing areas. tools to help manage animal distribution. These loca- Photos Submitted By: The Noble Foundation Continued On PG26

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Goat Grazing: Sheep consume a greater proportion of forbs and browse compared to cattle, but can also be more selective in their grazing.

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• Fencing is another challenge. Electric fence is a psychological barrier for livestock. With cattle, one strand will do the job. Although you can keep sheep and goats behind a single strand of temporary electric fence, sometimes you will need multiple strands. Goats in particular take more risks and may test the fence. One alternative for small ruminants is using a physical barrier like field fence or woven wire. However, this 26

option is more costly and less adaptable when sectioning off pasture areas.

• Predation is another concern when grazing small ruminants, so the use of guardian animals (e.g., dogs and donkeys) to protect such livestock from coyotes, wolves, feral swine and other predators is recommended. Plans and staffing will need to include feeding and care of the guardian animals.

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and vegetable mixture to center of foil. Fold right and left edges in and roll together to close.

Fold top and bottom edges in and roll to close package. Repeat with remaining mixture for total of 4 packets.

4. Grill for 10 to 12 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Cook's Tip: Packets can also be prepared in a 350 degree oven and baked for 10 to 12 minutes.

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industry, Great Plains Kubota is committed to providing the highest quality equipment solutions to our customers. However, our commitment to excellence doesn’t stop there. Because we believe that our people are our greatest asset, we are placing a strong new emphasis on our new hire orientation and processes to bring on our new members of the Great Plains family.

We want joining the Great Plains family to be a significant milestone and to make sure that our new hires feel welcome and prepared for their journey ahead. Our orientation program is designed to provide our new team members with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in their roles and become valuable contributors to our company’s success.

During orientation, new hires will receive a comprehensive introduction to Great Plains Kubota’s culture, values, and mission. We will discuss our commitment to providing quality equipment solutions and dedication to conducting business in a way that honors and respects God. We will also introduce our new team members to the many resources and support systems available to them as part of the Great Plains family. At Great Plains Kubota, we believe our success is built on the strength of our teams. That is why we are committed to investing in our employees and providing them with the tools and support they need to grow and thrive. The new hire orientation process is only the beginning. We also offer ongoing training and development opportunities, as well as mentorship programs and career advancement opportunities.

Recently, we rolled out a new hire orientation video that highlights who we are, why we do what we do, and our appreciation for our work family. This video can be found on our Great Plains Kubota Youtube page. Joining our work family means becoming part of a team that is passionate about agriculture, dedicated to our excellence, and committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. We look forward to growing leaders and owners for years to come.

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LX2610SUSHD Package Includes

- 4WD TRACTOR W/FOLDABLE ROPS - STEERING STOP KIT FOR B50 - LOADER LX2610/LX3310 L3902DT Package W/GRILL GUARD Package Includes - 4WD - QUICK ATTACH BUCKET - TRACTOR 60” W/GEAR QA LIGHT MATERIAL BUCKET TRANS/FOLDABLE ROPS - FRONT LOADER W/GRILL GUARD/QC

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- RT TITN 15-19.5 R4 STL 6BLT - FT TITN 27X8.50-15 R4 STL 6BLT

- F-TIRE 25X8.50-14 R4 TITAN TRAC LOADER - R-TIRE 15-19.5 R4 TITAN LX2610SUSHD TRAC LOADER Package Includes - 4WD TRACTOR W/FOLDABLE ROPS - STEERING STOP KIT FOR B50 - LOADER LX2610/LX3310 W/GRILL GUARD - 60” QA LIGHT MATERIAL BUCKET

- F-TIRE 25X8.50-14 R4 TITAN TRAC LOADER - R-TIRE 15-19.5 R4 TITAN TRAC LOADER

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1. Payments of $304.17 per month on new LX2610SUSHD Package based on sales price of $25,550.00 at $0 down, 0% A.P.R. for 84 months. Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A.; subject to credit approval. Payments do not include implements, freight, delivery, or taxes where applicable. Some exceptions apply. Offer expires 6/30/23. See dealership for details. Dealer Participation Required. 2. 0% Down, 0% A.P.R. financing for up to 84 months on purchases of select new Kubota L, LX, and MX Series equipment from participating dealers’ in stock inventory is available to qualified purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A.; subject to credit approval. Example: 84 monthly payments of $11.90 per $1,000 financed. Some exceptions apply. Terms subject to change. Offers expire 06/30/2023. This material is for descriptive purposes only. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, or any liability from the use of this material. For more information, see Dealer or go to KubotaUSA.com * The Great Plains Kubota Decade Warranty is additional coverage offered exclusively by Great Plains Kubota. For complete warranty eligibility and coverage information contact your local Great Plains Kubota. Not available on M7 or M8-Series models. KCDA-24-148852-3