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with a confidence to express them. I believe March 11 a very special Renville County Curt felt like there was not a problem too guy passed away. big or complicated that could not be solved Curt Watson was only 63 but his journey without pluck hard work, dedication, crehad indeed been most productive in his ativity and God’s help. family life, in farming and in agricultural Curt lived with passion; a passion for life leadership. Widely known by literally hunand a passion to love his wife and family. He dreds of Minnesota farmers and ag leaders, lived with a passion to teach his children Curt was president of the Minnesota Corn and grandchildren the life lessons, and valGrowers, chairman of the National Corn ues needed to survive in a rapidly changing Growers PAC (political action committee), LAND MINDS internationally competitive world. He funca board member of Southern Minnesota tioned on a national stage but that did not Beet Sugar Cooperative, and a devoted

By Dick Hagen compare with holding one of his grandchilcommunity and church participant. dren or listening to his wife, Janel, play the I had known Curt for over 30 years. In squeeze box or singing with friends in an my “seed corn” days I once asked Curt empty grain bin. In the unexpected end, he to talk to Keltgen Seed Co. farmer-dealers about conwas a man of the soil, a gifted man who loved the simple servation farming and the on-going rush of innovathings in life. tions in agriculture. He enjoyed being an innovator The funeral was held in Renville, Minn., at Emden and he made any audience excited about the incrediChristian Reformed Church. Burial was at the Church ble future of American agriculture. cemetery located about 8 miles northwest of town. The We also served together on the Renville County drive to the cemetery detoured past the Watson family Farm Bureau Board of Directors. Let me tell you, farm. As the funeral procession approached the farm site, there was never a dull moment at our Board meetwe noticed two combines on their farm yard proudly disings with Curt in attendance. playing American flags. Curt was a former Marine, a fitSome of us “senior citizens” recall a book, “Giants ting tribute to his military service and his chosen lifelong in the Earth,” written by Ole Rolvaag, Norwegian profession. The hearse and the family cars drove through immigrant who became a professor at St. Olaf Colthe farmstead while the rest of the procession waited on lege and was the father of Karl Rolvaag, Minnesota’s the road. It was then that we noticed the dog. The family 31st governor, 1963-67. dog followed the hearse through the farm yard and as This book was the classic story of a Norwegian pioneer the hearse turned north to the cemetery, the dog valiantly family’s struggles with the land and the elements of the pursued the hearse in a losing battle. When we drove by, he was standing in the ditch with a look of forlorn loneliDakota Territory as they tried to make a new life in ness and confusion. The dog was faithful to the end ... he America. We’re talking back in the 1800s. To me, Curt Watson was a modern era “Giant of the Earth.” In rural tried to keep up but he could not.

Minnesota many communities today can identify their For Curt’s wife and family there will be lonely and agricultural giant. Thank God we are so blessed. some trying days ahead but they have hope. The loss Jerry Seehusen, long-time personal friend of Curt hurts, will hurt some more, but despite the sadness, Watson, is a Danube-area businessman and Christ- Curt is with Christ. That is great for Curt but hard for his dear family and those he left behind. ian leader. Here is his tribute to Curt: As spring season approaches, farmers become antsy; The Life and Times of a Prairie Farmer they can’t wait to get into the fields. When farmers smell Curt Watson was first a Christian husband, dad the warming earth, something visceral occurs. It’s time and granddad. He was a farmer and agricultural for the beginning of a new crop year, a new campaign as leader second; and he was in all ways an innovator. it were, but this year Curt cannot answer the call. His Innovators and leaders pay a price for their gift. wife and his sons, daughters and in-laws and employees Change comes easy to innovators but to most of soci- will answer the call in his stead. ety, change comes hard; innovators are viewed with Life goes on whether we like it or not. Let’s value suspicion coupled with grudging respect; suspicion each day of life we have ... the cycle of prairie life conbecause “why do we have to change anything?” tinues. The sad part is, Curt won’t be with them but Respect for daring to be different and being willing to his memory and impact will linger. pay the price for their beliefs and ideas.

Curt was buried on a slight rise on the prairie he Curt was a big man; big hand, big smile, big joy loved and worked. We all stood in silence. We rememand big dreams. He was a visionary, a natural leader See MINDS, pg. 4A who had a quick wit, quick analytical skills along

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Classic Washington policymaking guts GIPSA rules

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tional and uncompetitive?

Very little out the ordinary: Big business and their lackeys had bought a very favorable economic study that the USDA was using — over the objections of its own officials — to justify the gutting of its own proposed rule.

Sounds like classic Washington policymaking to me.

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Whatever the reason for the switch, Glauber was frank in his review of the USDA’s effort to push the changed rule through the bureaucracy. He listed more than 10 “specific areas where draft CBA did not include adjustments for changes made in the final rule.”

Wow. So what was going on inside the USDA last July as it revisited, then all but junked, the Obama administration’s signature ag proposal, the GIPSA rule, to address growing complaints by farmers and ranchers that livestock markets were increasingly dysfunc-

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“‘relieves plaintiffs from the In a striking, two-and-aburden of proving competihalf page analysis that ran tive injury.’” counter to department leanings, the chief economist at The claim was patently the U.S. Department of Agrifalse but for most of the preculture strongly objected to vious year meatpackers and the department’s use of two their allies in the National outside studies that justified Cattlemen’s Beef Associathe massive retooling — tion and the National Pork essentially gutting — of the Producers Council had 2010 update of Grain Inspec- FARM & FOOD FILE repeatedly described it as “a tion, Packers and Stockyards trial lawyer’s dream.”

By Alan Guebert Administration rules to That “this ‘is the most ensure fairness in livestock damaging’ provision in the and poultry markets. rule,” Glauber wrote, was The memo was one neeas wrong as Informa’s dle in a nearly 1,700-page claim that “‘simply removhaystack the USDA forked over in ing that one provision could reduce the reply to Freedom of Information Act economic damage expected from the requests by the Organization for Com- rule by nearly 75 percent.’” petitive Markets. The OCM filed the Glauber could challenge the Informa requests to examine the background material the USDA used to water down claims for two reasons. its proposed GIPSA rule First, since “the final last summer after more rule was only codifying than a year of fence-sitthe existing position,” he ting by the department wrote, nothing in the So what was and pounding by meatnearly 90-year history of going on inside packers, their contract the Packers and Stockthe USDA last growers and politicians. yards Administration July as it revisremotely suggested litiJoseph Glauber, the ited, then all but gation costs were anyUSDA’s chief economist, junked the GIPSA where near the wild-eyed started his July 2011 guesses of Informa. rule to address “Comments on Draft Cost & Benefit Analygrowing comIn fact, Glauber added, sis” with a tough tone. “our review of historical plaints by farmlitigation costs indicates “Draft CBA (cost beners and ranchers there are only about four efit analysis) reads that livestock cases brought under P&S more like a summary of markets were (Packers and Stockyards) comments than a cost increasingly dysAct each year and that benefit analysis where the litigation costs are functional and each of the economic around $12m/yr.” inputs” — reports from uncompetitive?

Informa Economics and That’s $12 million, not RTI, the two non-governthe “nearly 75 percent” ment studies used by the USDA to sup- of Informa’s total estimated cost, $1.6 port its weakening of the rule — billion, of the GIPSA rule. “should be scrutinized and adjusted.”

Glauber also knew Informa’s claims Read it and other GIPSA documents at were false because the GIPSA staff had www.farmandfoodfile.com. done its own cost-benefit analysis — “Accepting both studies w/o (without) they were livestock and poultry market such scrutiny is problematic and misexperts, after all — and had flooded leading.” him and the USDA higher-ups with facts and figures that showed the That was especially so with the Informa study, a 71-page report on the meatpackers and their “experts” had original proposed rule that was bought weighted their reports with unsubstantiated fat. and paid for by the very industry — the National Meat Association — the What’s curious, however, is that the rule was designed to reign in. chief economist seemed to favor the “Informa inaccurately claims that the industry take over GIPSA’s until the rule was altered. After it was changed, proposed rule,” Glauber continued, he leaned toward GIPSA’s analysis.

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Commentary: Pesticide residue risks recalculated For the past 15 years, the Environmental Working Group has been trying to scare U.S. consumers about pesticide residues on the fruits and vegetables in supermarkets.

The EWG annually selects a “dirty dozen” produce items that they say pose the most pesticide residue danger to consumers and their kids.

Now, however, two researchers at the University of California-Davis say they’ve also tested the fruits and vegetables — and found the pesticide residues on these produce items are essentially a million times below the “No Effect” levels found in the animal toxicity tests. That’s how much safety factor is built into the government’s reference doses and Acceptable Daily Intake recommendations.

The EWG says consumers can lower their pesticide consumption by nearly four-fifths by buying expensive organic produce. Carl Winter and Josh Katz say the EWG methods don’t even measure consumer exposure against the Acceptable Daily Intake. Such findings “suggest that the potential consumer risks are negligible and cast doubts as to how consumers avoiding conventional forms of fresh produce are improving their health status.”

The most potent risk that Winter and Katz found in the “Dirty Dozen” was an exposure only 50 times lower than the Reference Dose for methamidophos — but that reference dose includes a 1,000-fold uncertainty factor for extrapolating the results of the most sensitive animal studies. For three commodities — blueberries, cherries and kale — the Reference Doses were more than 30,000 times higher than the exposure estimates for all of the 10 most frequently detected pesticides on those commodities.

Nor did the research team find much merit in the obvious EWG efforts to target commodities that showed traces of several pesticides. “Such effects

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still require exposure ... to be at a level of high enough risk to cause a biological effect. Results from this study strongly suggest that consumer exposure to the 10 most common pesticides found on the “Dirty Dozen” produce items are several orders of magnitude below levels required to cause a biological effect in any test animals.” Thus the likelihood of the various residues “synergizing” into high risks is also negligible. The research team seems to think the multiple-exposure items were included because they sound scarier to food buyers.

This study says “buying organic” won’t much reduce your risks of getting cancer. In fact, Bruce Ames, of the University of California-Berkeley, who received the National Medal of Science from President Clinton, says 99.9 percent of the carcinogens we swallow are natural compounds produced naturally by our fruits and vegetables to help protect them as they grow. Ames says “going organic” will reduce your exposure to carcinogens by about one ten-thousandth of 1 percent. More to the point, Ames says the human body shrugs off life’s minor insults, such as the tiny amount of carcinogenic psoralens in your celery stalk. And be aware that organic produce also contains those same natural pesticides.

If you are still worried, stomach cancer seems not to be triggered by ingesting pesticide residue, but by a stomach bacteria (helicobacter pylori) infection. H. pylori is found in about two-thirds of all persons

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worldwide and is usually harmless. However, infected bacterium is spread through contaminated water and poor living conditions. This is why stomach cancer rates have dropped drastically in First World countries as sanitation improves.

Why does your newspaper not tell you about studies like these? Ask them.

Sources: C. Winter and J. Katz, “Dietary Exposure to Pesticide Residues from Commodities Alleged to Contain the Highest Contamination Levels,” Journal of Toxicology, vol. 2011, Article ID 589674: 7 pages.

Robert Sanders “UC biochemist Bruce Ames to receive Nat’l Medal of Science, the White House announced today, UC Berkeley Public Affairs, Dec. 9, 1998.

National Cancer Institute, ”Helicobacter pylori and Cancer” www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/ h-pylori-cancer.

This commentary was submitted by Dennis Avery, a senior fellow for the Hudson Institute in Washington, D.C., and the director for the Center for Global Food Issues. He was formerly a senior analyst for the Department of State. Readers may write him at P.O. Box 202, Churchville, VA 24421 or e-mail to cgfi@hughes.net. ❖

Good luck in your marketing MINDS, from pg. 2A bered, but it hurt. “Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 Pray for his family. Blessed be the memory of Curt Watson.

Jerry Seehusen shares thoughts on his own blog, beefonthegrill.blogspot.com.

■ My closing thought: ‘I want a divorce’ stirred you readers just a bit. And well it should have. Yes, some snide, somewhat mean comments. However in my opinion that message shared a bucket-full of con-

cerns about the future of America.

It’s very obvious Democracy is on a slippery slope right now with socialism and entitlement programs very much already the agenda for millions of Americans. As wise men have said, “you cannot multiply wealth by dividing it.”

A public radio item recently indicated 40 percent of adult Americans pay zero income taxes. Go figure.

The government cannot give to anybody anything that the government does not first take from somebody else.

Be grateful for our widespread recent rains. With such an early start, crop year 2012 could indeed be a bin buster. Good luck in your marketing.

Dick Hagen is staff writer of The Land. He may be reached at dickhagen@mvtvwireless.com. ❖

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Study sheds light on debate over organic vs. conventional ag OPINION

food production and social good while minimizing adverse environmental impact, we can create a truly sustainable food system.”

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The results point to a need to get Can organic agriculture feed the world? beyond the black-and-white, ideological Although organic techniques may not debates that often pit advocates of be able to do the job alone, they do have an important role to play in feeding a growing global population organic and local foods against proponents of convenwhile minimizing environmental damage, according tional agriculture, Foley said. “By combining organic to researchers at the University of Minnesota’s Insti- and conventional practices in a way that maximizes tute on the Environment and McGill University.

A new study published in Nature concludes that crop yields from organic farming are generally lower than from conventional agriculture. That is particularly true for cereals, which are staples of the human diet — yet the yield gap is much less significant for certain crops, and under certain growing conditions, according to the researchers.

The study, which represents a comprehensive analysis of the current scientific literature on organic-to-conventional yield comparisons, aims to shed light on the oftenheated debate over organic versus conventional farming.

Some people point to conventional agriculture as a big environmental threat that undercuts biodiversity and water resources, while releasing greenhouse gases. Others argue that large-scale organic farming would take up more land and make food unaffordable for most of the world’s poor and hungry.

“To achieve sustainable food security we will likely need many different techniques — including organic, conventional, and possible ‘hybrid’ systems — to produce more food at affordable prices, ensure livelihoods to farmers, and reduce the environmental costs of agriculture,” the researchers conclude.

Overall, organic yields are 25 percent lower than conventional, the study finds. The difference varies widely across crop types and species, however. Yields of legumes and perennials (such as soybeans and fruits), for example, are much closer to those of conventional crops, according to the study, conducted by doctoral student Verena Seufert and Geography professor Navin Ramankutty of McGill and Professor Jonathan Foley, director of the University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment.

What’s more, when best management practices are used for organic crops, overall yields are just 13 percent lower than conventional levels. “These results suggest that today’s organic systems may nearly rival conventional yields in some cases — with particular crop types, growing conditions and management practices — but often they do not,” the researchers write. Improvements in organic management techniques, or adoption of organic agriculture under environmental conditions where it performs best, may help close the yield gap, they indicate.

“Our study indicates that organically fertilized systems might require higher nitrogen inputs to achieve high yields as organic nitrogen is less readily available to crops. In some cases, organic farmers may therefore benefit by making limited use of chemical fertilizers instead of relying only on manure to supply nitrogen to their crops,” Seufert said.

“At the same time, conventional agriculture can learn from successful organic systems and implement practices that have shown environmental benefits, such as increased crop diversity and use of crop residues.”

Yields are only part of a set of economic, social and environmental factors that should be considered when gauging the benefits of different farming systems, the researchers note. “Maybe people are asking the wrong question,” Ramankutty said. “Instead of asking if food is organically grown, maybe we should be asking if it’s sustainably grown.”

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Commentary: Farmers making real environmental progress Springtime in Minnesota means the return of song birds, baseball and green grass. It is also a time to focus on the ways we can care for our environment. I can’t think of a better time to talk about the accomplishments of Minnesota farmers as stewards of the earth.

Minnesota farmers rank near the top when it comes to participation in programs such as the Conservation Reserve Program. They are also making improvements on active farmland.

Today, our farmers are producing more food while using input amounts similar to those of 20 years ago. Since the late-1980s corn acres are up 30 percent, corn yields are up 38 percent and overall production is up 85 percent — yet our nitrogen fertilizer use has risen only 12 percent.

Farmers are also partnering with public and private-sector organizations to gather information about the

impacts of different farming practices. One example of this is the Root River Field to Stream Partnership, a group working to examine the relationship between natural resources and specific farm practices, and to implement precision conservation practices. The partnership includes Minnesota farm groups as well as the Nature Conservancy, Monsanto, Soil and Water Conservation Districts and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Over the next few years, this partnership will intensively monitor surface and groundwater across the Root River watershed to better understand sources of pollution. The information will then be used to help implement conservation practices where they will be most effective.

Another example of stewardship by Minnesota farmers is Discovery Farms Minnesota. This is a farmer-led, pub-

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lic-private partnership that is gathering data and assessing water quality impacts — both negative and positive — of different types of farms across Minnesota. Discovery Farms provides a collaborative model for gathering and sharing practical information and is the first program in the state to monitor water quality on real, working farms.

This program focuses on farmer education, encouraging farmers to identify problems and develop solutions. This program will help guide discussion of, and investments in, private land conservation that will benefit farmers through reduced input costs, improved soil and water quality and enhanced long-term productivity.

These investments in conservation are good for all Minnesotans, as wellmanaged farms reduce nutrient and sediment runoff, help sustain rural community economies and contribute to food security.

Because our farmers have shown

such willingness to be active conservation partners, Gov. Mark Dayton and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack signed an agreement in January to develop the Minnesota Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program.

Our commitment to working with farmers in this effort is rooted in two key beliefs — that voluntary conservation programs work, and that working together will lead to better management decisions on the farm.

No doubt there are challenges facing the agricultural sector, and there is a need to continue working to improve water quality.

But we shouldn’t let those challenges blind us to the fact that farmers are making real progress on reducing their environmental impacts even as they increase food production to feed our hungry world.

This commentary was submitted by Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner Dave Frederickson. ❖

Letter: Individual rights require individual responsibility To the Editor: I would like to thank Dick Hagen for his excellent editorial in a recent issue of The Land.

I really doubt that Mr. Hagen wants our country to go through a divorce, but the nasty and bitter responses prove that our country is already deeply divided.

The reason is that there are two very different views as to the role of government in our country. One would hold to the traditional ideas of our founders.

The other would abandon many of those ideas in favor of a more socialist model.

I may not be a student of the Constitution but I believe I have a good understanding of what our Founders had in mind.

• Our Founders wanted us to have individual rights and freedoms.

• They understood that rights and freedoms come from God, not government.

• They wanted government to play a very limited role in peoples’ lives.

• The Constitution was written not to give us rights and freedoms, but to limit the power and ability of the government to take them away.

• The Founders also understood the

fact that individual rights and freedoms require individual responsibility.

How many rights and freedoms are you willing to give up? If you want to give the government the responsibility to provide everyone with health care, food, clothing and shelter, then you must also be willing to give up your freedom to make health care choices, and your right to keep your possessions and earnings.

It’s a simple fact, government cannot give anything to anyone without first taking it from someone else.

I would also like to point out that the words of Jesus quoted by some respondents were not spoken to governments.

No, Jesus was speaking to individuals and to the church.

Certainly the compassion and charity He taught still apply today, but too many people who talk about compassion and promote charity want someone else to do the work and pay the bill.

I don’t think that’s what Jesus had in mind. I think Jesus would call that coveting and stealing.

There may be some who think our Founders got it wrong. If so, I’m afraid we may be heading for a divorce.

Joel Oberdieck Truman, Minn.

Commentary: Maybe the pink stuff ain’t so bad reminds people it is, after all, all beef.

The Hy-Vee grocery chain, after announcing it wouldn’t use the product, changed its mind and said it will offer shoppers a choice and will label burger containing finely textured beef.

Meanwhile, consumers are faced with paying perhaps 20 cents per pound more for ground beef.

And if shoppers feel pleased about eating slimefree beef, a lot of cows are nervous. Meatpackers say they will have to slaughter an extra 1.5 million cows annually to make up for the loss of finely textured beef.

It’s good more people are worrying about their food, how it’s grown and where it comes from. Most people believe industrialized food growing and processing has brought benefits, but most also justly worry about the health and environmental effects.

When it comes to ground beef, there’s an easy answer — a meat grinder. It’s a tool that was once in every kitchen.

Ground beef sells in stores for around $3.75 per pound. Using beef chuck and grinding it yourself will cost you $3 a pound, and a lot less if you watch for

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sales.

And there’s the advantage of making purer ground beef and knowing what’s in it. If a little slime bothers you, you may not want to know that the “pure” ground beef on store shelves usually contains some ground cartilage and bone chips. Grind your own and be bone-chip free.

It takes a little practice to know what meat cuts you want to get the ground beef with just enough fat to keep from being dry.

As for grinders, you can go with high-end electric models for $125. I favor the feel of the old-fashioned handle grinder that clamps on the cutting board, which can be had for about 25 bucks.

But be warned, once you get started on the whole back-to-basics food thing, it can be a slippery slope.

Before long you’ll want to start butchering your own animals. But — trust me here — it makes a heck of a mess in the garage.

This commentary by Mankato Free Press staff writer Tim Krohn was originally published April 8.

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Slime has a way of sticking.

“Pink slime” has had a particular resilience since being widely ridiculed recently.

Pink slime is the derogatory name given to what the meat industry has long called “lean finely textured beef” or “boneless lean beef trimmings” that is mixed with ground beef. Beef scraps that would otherwise be mostly unusable are ground finely, the fat is spun off and it’s treated with ammonia to kill any bacteria.

A sudden rash of media attention — and the “pink slime” label — sent grocery store chains and restaurants scrambling to assure consumers they’d no longer use the mixture.

Seemed like a simple case of consumer activism bringing about a wanted change.

But things are rarely so simple.

Now, defenders of the slime have emerged, some grocery stores are having second thoughts, and hundreds of blue-collar workers are out of jobs.

Gov. Terry Branstad of Iowa — one of several beefstate leaders counterattacking — has waged a oneman campaign that would make Madison Avenue proud.

BPI, the largest ground beef processor, has gone into what they call “crisis mode,” closing plants that made the textured beef, including one in Waterloo, Iowa, where 650 workers were laid off.

Branstad called on Iowa school superintendents to continue using finely textured beef, led rallies at meat plants and beef ranches, and even asked Congress to launch an investigation to determine if the pink slime attack was orchestrated by any group.

Branstad notes there’s never been a case of E. coli sickness associated with the textured beef and

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By DICK HAGEN account, however there will be plenty of room for 2010 dug a new well providing arsenic-free water. The The Land Staff Writer Shut down for three years, a beef packing plant at additional customers. We’ll be moving product wher- firm also built a new water treatment facility and has Buffalo Lake, Minn., is once again processing live ever we find markets, both domestically and into worked closely with the Department of Labor and Industry, and the Department of Health, to develop a world markets.” cattle for Upper Midwest cattle feeders.

At this stage Triple J is shipping practical waste water treatment system.

Triple J Family Farms LLC is While the original plant was an 80,000 square-foot only carcasses but with a soon-tothe new owner of this plant facility, Triple J’s new plant will be almost 100,000 be-completed addition, the firm will which in the late-1990s had We’ll be providing be producing boxed beef for direct square feet. This is a federally inspected meat plant been completely retrofitted into whatever the customer shipment to wholesale distributors with U.S. Department of Agriculture inspectors onone of the most modern meat wants, with special nationwide, who in turn sell into site during all operations of the harvesting and fabprocessing facilities in America. emphasis on prime and the retail food chain. “We’ll be pro- rication processing. If market demand dictates and However ongoing problems with unpaid taxes, water quality and select grades of finished viding whatever the customer the cattle supply permits, besides the continuous wants, with special emphasis on five-day per week operation, there may be possible waste water treatment issues, cattle in the 1,100- to prime and select grades of finished six- and seven-day processing runs. plus the shutdown of cull cattle 1,200-pound category. cattle in the 1,100- to 1,200-pound from Canada, forced the April “We will be a niche marketing operation supplying 2009 shutdown of what was — Jeff Eastman category,” Eastman said. product where the majors aren’t marketing,” Eastman then known as North Star Beef.

The facility is also harvesting said. “Plus we will be custom processing not only for LinKosher beef for niche markets coln but other distributors as the opportunities develop.

The first week in April, Triple J commenced operation of their newly remodeled and within the United States and to countries such as South When we’re fully operational this will be the most stateexpanded facility, which eventually will be harvest- Korea, Egypt, Dubai, Taiwan, Spain and France. Islamic of-the art facility in America, very likely the world.” ing up to 600 head of cattle daily and employing a markets will be especially important He indicated that the state of for the Kosher products. work force of 230 people.

Minnesota has been challenging at times in terms of various Eastman said Minnesota cattle “We’re very pleased with our progress,” said Jeff This is a tremendous standards and regulations. “But Eastman, general manager of the plant which is feeders will be the primary source of boost to our entire area. if you do what you got to do, and designed for the handling of top quality beef for dis- live cattle initially but he sees the We’re a small town, so then maybe even just a bit more, tribution worldwide. Eastman’s beef packing his- market expanding into Iowa, South main street will benefit these regulatory people are OK Dakota and North Dakota. tory dates back to 1971 working in a California to work with also.” plant that harvested 1,100 animals daily. greatly.

Triple J’s first phase entailed According to Buffalo Lake Mayor Triple J Family Farms became a business entity hiring an 80-person crew to con— Joyce Nyhus Joyce Nyhus, “This is a tremenin October 2011. The moniker derives from the first duct the beef harvesting stage of dous boost to our entire area. We’re names of three partners: Jim Stevens, who operates production. The second phase a meat packing firm in Chicago, plus father-son involves hiring an additional 150 people to operate a small town, so main street will benefit greatly. It will feedlot owners John and Justin Derner, who farm the newly-built, state-of-the art fabrication and dis- increase enrollment in our local school district, it will help housing throughout the area, and I suspect most tribution facility. and feed cattle in the Milford, Iowa, area. importantly it will provide a market for Minnesota catAccording to a press release provided by the firm, Stevens is CEO of a Chicago-based beef processing and distribution firm called Lincoln Provisions. essential to the establishment of this project was the tle producers.”

Tom Revier of Revier Cattle Co. in Olivia, Minn., Eastman worked in consulting sales for Lincoln support of the governor’s office, the state of Minnesota’s departments of agriculture, health, and labor and indus- agreed. “Marketing of our cattle is still the biggest challenge in making the cattle business work,” he try, plus Renville County and the city of Buffalo Lake.

An early challenge was the prior history of high lev- said. “Triple J now presents another marketing els of arsenic in the facility’s groundwater. This was opportunity. Generally producers benefit when there ❖ resolved by Triple J installing a two-mile pipeline con- is another buyer for your product.”

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Cow-calf producers can take advantage of high market prices by selecting healthy bulls that will produce calves with more growth potential.

“If we can buy bulls that will produce offspring that will be born with a minimum of dystocia, grow a little bit faster, will produce a little bit higher-quality carcass and produce replacement females that perform above average, I think our cow-calf producers have the opportunity to capitalize,” said Ron Lemenager, a Purdue Extension beef specialist.

Producers can do this by looking at what will affect offspring and doing plenty of research before investing. “Good bulls come from good cows,” Lemenager said. “So if producers can take a look at mom before they purchase that bull, I think it helps minimize some of the risk.”

Even if the dam looks good and is healthy, a bull’s own merit still needs to be evaluated, starting with

reproductive soundness. They should have a breeding soundness evaluation that includes both a physical exam and semen quality evaluation. Many seedstock operations offer a breeding guarantee to the buyer.

Lemenager also said it’s important to know the animal’s health status. “Know the background of the bull and the vaccination history,” he said. “If you’re buying an older bull, be sure the animal doesn’t have any venereal diseases that are going to come back into the herd. I really like the idea of buying a virgin bull to minimize the risk.”

Producers also need to study up on a bull’s expected progeny differences, or EPDs. Calving ease, maternal calving ease, growth traits, maternal milk and carcass traits can all affect a producer’s bottom line.

This article was submitted by the Purdue University Agricultural Communications Department. ❖

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McDonald’s Meats wins Beef Backer Award nesota Association of Meat Processors.

By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer “The Beef Backer program is our way McDonald’s Meats of Clear Lake, of recognizing those establishments Minn., was recently honored as the that exhibit leadership and versatility 2012 Minnesota Beef Backer Award with beef,” said Colleen Zenk, director of winner at the Minnesota Meat ProcesNutrition and Consumer Information sors Convention in Rochester. for the Minnesota Beef Council.

McDonald’s Meats has a 97-year his“Volume of beef sales, creative ways of tory in the small town of Clear Lake merchandising beef, special promotional and continues today as a family-owned activities, introduction of new beef cuts retail meat and butcher shop. In addior combinations of all these are what we tion to day-to-day operations, the busilook for.” ness participates each year in the Beef This year’s Innovative Beef Product Innovations Contest at the Meat competition had 21 entries, almost douProcessors Convention. bling last year. The first place winner As the name suggests, the intent is to was Erdman’s Country Market in Kasbe creative in the processing and marson, Minn., (Joe Christensen, owner) keting of new ideas in beef merchanwith Beef Turnovers. dising. In 2011, McDonald’s Meats The second place winner was received the Champion Award for their Schmidt’s Meat Market in Nicollet, BBQ Beef Brisket. They have placed in Minn., (Ryan Schmidt, owner) with Flat the top three for the last several years.

Iron Philly Steak Roll. McDonald’s “We strive each day to bring our cusMeats with Greek Skirt Steak won tomers great service and exceptional The Minnesota Beef Council’s Conrad Kvamme (left) and Bob Nelson were two of third place honors. beef products,” said Jennifer Dierkes, the judges at the 2012 Minnesota Meat Processors Convention.

Judges for the competition were Congeneral manager of McDonald’s Meats. rad Kvamme of the Minnesota Beef “We are always trying to create new “We work with the Minnesota Beef Council to Council, MBC Board member Bob Nelson and Zenk. innovative beef items like our beef bacon.” bring samples of great beef products to consumers at For more information, visit the Minnesota Beef She said they provide local farmers a way to “pri- different events. We promote beef constantly Council website at www.mnbeef.org or call (952) 854vate label” their beef and market it to a wider audi- through specials, signage and promotions,” said ❖ ence through reselling at co-ops and farmers markets. Dierkes, who is also a past president of the Min- 6980.

Plan for possibility of forage shortage This is an excellent time to do an accurate inventory of all forage on hand and categorize it by quality and future use. Every year, forage quality is critical to profitability and it has to be a priority.

Get your own Predictive Equations of Alfalfa Quality stick, if you don’t have one already, so you know when you need to cut. If you are doing any grazing, are you set up for rotational grazing management?

If you need to stretch your hay supply by feeding less per cow each day, what will you use to replace the hay?

Increasing corn silage in the diet is one alternative in Minnesota and might be a strategy to consider.

Current supply, carryover amounts and acres available for planting need to be considered. Is there an older or poorer stand of hay that you could doublecrop corn for silage after taking the first crop off?

Other alternatives may be some summer annual crops to stretch supply like BMR sorghum/sudan grass, small grains or small grains mixed with peas.

For more information about livestock feed requirements for dairy and beef cows, log on to the Extension website at www.extension.umn.edu/dairy and www.extension.umn.edu/beef.

This article was submitted by Jim Paulson, University of Minnesota Extension dairy educator. ❖

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Beef industry working to rebound from ‘slime’ job

By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer In a 2002 e-mail written by Once customers found out that this so-called Gerald Zirnstein, the U.S. ‘pink slime’ was, in fact, boneless lean beef and Department of Agriculture it too was a USDA-inspected product, they quickly microbiologist expressed concern about proper labeling of realized this was healthy, very nutritious beef.

Lean Finely Textured Beef — John Story when added to ground beef.

John Story Ten years later the term he coined for the product — “pink slime” quickly realized this was healthy, cessing the (boneless lean beef trim— has been picked up by the media very nutritious beef,” Story said. The mings) and offering it to retail chains Food and Drug Administration also it has become an important merchanand damaged the U.S. beef industry. has a role in protecting consumer dising segment between the meat Not surprisingly, 2011 Meat Indus- health when it comes to meat prod- industry and the retail industry,” try Hall of Fame inductee John Story, ucts.

Story said. who retired in 1998 as head of meat He said that LFTB is useful in It was the adoption by much of the and deli operations for Fairway Foods after nearly 50 years in the beef industry in 2001 of LFTB that school lunch programs because it is industry, said the pink slime jargon led to its wholesale distribution to the retail industry. Today this product is nonsense. represents nearly 10 percent of the He’s critical of the USDA scientist total retail meat counter, according to for even coming up with the term in Story, and is an important link to the the first place, but is more concerned financial stability of both processors that groups such as People for the and retailers.

Ethical Treatment of Animals have Telematics will soon be changing “As I walk these retail meat counfound another means to attack the livestock industry and suggest that ters today I often see beef carcass cut- the way farmers produce and harvest tings by some guy who really doesn’t hay, and in a good way.

LFTB was an inferior meat product. understand the proper cuttings of “With telematics, farmers can Because of media-created public retail beef,” Story said. The LFTB, pressure regarding LFTB, HyVee however, provides another convenient remotely capture data from harand a few major food retailers did consumer choice if they’re economi- vesters and tractors,” said Kevin drop the product — also known as cally not into special trimmed steaks, Shinners, professor of agricultural “boneless lean beef trimmings” — chucks and roasts. Conversely, some engineering at the University of Wisfrom their retail counters but most don’t want their beef cuts trimmed consin-Madison. are already restocking with the prod- too finely because they know some fat “A farmer can sit at a computer and uct, mostly due to a reversal of con- adds flavor. see if the harvester is moving in the sumer demand. field and can tell when another truck Since the origin of LFTB, retail “Once customers found out that meat counters have carried many or crew is needed,” Shinners said. “If this so-called ‘pink slime’ was, in more products that simply weren’t in we can track things like fuel use and fact, boneless lean beef and it too was existence before. “Because the pack- tonnage in each field, we can really a USDA-inspected product, they ers took on the responsibility of pro- start to get a handle on costs, figure out where there are inefficiencies and determine how to overcome those problems.”

Before After The productivity benefits of this type of system are obvious, but Shinners cautions that now people need to learn how to use all of the available information. “As researchers, we need to help producers exploit that information to make management decisions.”

Brett DeVries, Case IH Hay and Forage Marketing manager, explains how new technologies will push hay ~ 22 Years Experience ~ productivity advancements even further. “With a bale weight system, you can monitor and control bale density, shape, weight and length, all from the cab. You can monitor the moisture

cheaper and provides more flexibility in daily rations. According to information provided by the Minnesota Beef Council, ammonium hydroxide — an antimicrobial used in the LFTB process — is produced by our organs and tissues and by beneficial bacteria living in our intestines. The compound plays an important role in protein synthesis in the human body, helps convert amino acids in the intestinal tract, and helps maintain the body’s pH balance.

Although furor over the issue is quickly subsiding, it has already cost millions of dollars to both the beef industry and the beef retailing structure across America, according to MBC Executive Director Ron Eustice. ❖

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“With telematics, we’ll also be able to direct all that information to an office computer, along with real-time information about how the equipment is operating, how much fuel is being used, engine speed, etc.,” he said.

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A Radio Frequency Identification bale ID tag system can also help assure hay quality, Shinners said. “A Radio Frequency Identification tag on a bale can store a lot of important information related to the quality of the bale. It includes which field it’s from, where in the field it was made in and the bale’s moisture content.

With that information, a producer can feed the highest-moisture bales sooner and store the driest-moisture bales longer. The information can help a producer make decisions on which bales to use first and how to price them.”

Farmers can see Case IH AFS Connect telematics technology, new Case IH balers, bale weight systems and RFID tags firsthand at Case IH dealers. ❖

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Morris Area FFA brings the farm to the ‘big city’ Today every commodity group, two local FFA student doing the milking also displays several

By DICK HAGEN elevators, the county Farm Bureau and the dairy products made from milk so that students The Land Staff Writer Morris Area Chamber of Commerce are understand how milk from a cow can be processed “I love every day. Every day zooms by pitching in financially, providing some man- into many additional healthy food products. faster than yesterday.” power, even hauling the live animals to MinHow does a city school get chosen for this teachingThat excitement comes from 33-year-old neapolis for this one-day agricultural educa- learning event? Al Withers, director of Minnesota Natasha Mortenson, 11-year agricultural tion event.

Department of Agriculture’s Ag in the Classroom educator and FFA adviser at Morris Area “What mostly slows down FFA activity is program, coordinated the first two events. But proof High School and recently honored by the money,” Mortenson said. “Ag in the City is a positive that a super program markets itself, this U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Natasha costly project for our FFA but the financial year a teacher at Anderson Elementary School heard Institute of Food and Agriculture as one of Mortenson support today is tremendous. Just busing our about this event and contacted Mortenson. The past five teachers nationwide to win the students in for the day is like an $1,100 expense but two years the Morris FFAers have done two schools National AgLiteracy Teaching Award.

A huge part of her excitement stems from the thanks to our farm groups and others, we’re covered.” each day, a morning and afternoon session, but Morris Area FFA alumni and her FFA chapter The chapter earned a couple of grants this year from Anderson Elementary’s size will make theirs an allday event. members who two years ago initiated an “Agricul- the Minnesota Pork Producers and the West Central Ag group (WillThe Morris Area FFA Alumni ture in the City” project. The project consists of FFA Chapter pays for the meat, cheese students visiting Minneapolis elementary schools to mar Farm Show hosts). “We have a These city kids and buns for the cheeseburger teach students kindergarten though eighth grade lot of believers and that’s what makes it happen,” she said. mostly believe the lunch. Cattlemen provide their about agriculture and food production. big supermarket, or own grills, and a local group of 15 The West Central Minnesota On May 18, a bus load of Morris FFA students will farmers and agribusinessmen Cattlemen’s Association is hauling a local grocery store, be doing hands-on education to 1,200 students at assist as needed. is their food source.

Anderson Elementary School in north Minneapolis. grills to Anderson Elementary May 18, grilling and serving cheese Apparently the ag teaching fever When they listen to And hands-on it is indeed. burgers for all 1,200 students. is contagious. Last year a dozen our students and see Her FFA members haul live animals, sets up pens kids from the Howard Lake“Since we started this mentoring the live animals, for the animals, and then conduct “tell and show” Waverly-Winsted FFA traveled program using our own FFA memdemonstrations about where food comes from. suddenly there’s a with the Morris contingent. This “These city kids mostly believe the big supermar- bers,” Mortenson said, “the big picwhole lot of learning year they’re doing their own “travel ket, or a local grocery, is their food source. When ture of agriculture is now in focus about agriculture and teach” program to another both for my students and the elethey listen to our students and see the live animals, Twin Cities school. This year two and food production. suddenly there’s a whole lot of learning about agri- mentary students. We even get into more area FFA chapters may be how legislation pertaining to agriculture and food production,” Mortenson said. invited. “Once you see it, you can culture and farming is brought — Natasha Mortenson A few years ago she developed a mentor program forth in the state legislature. We do it,” is the modest comment by between her high school FFA students and the Mor- invite our area senators and repreMortenson, who would like to see ris Elementary School. This program flourished. sentatives to make presentations in our classes here this program started with many other FFA chapters Kids were excited, teachers were pleased, parents at Morris. And we invite the governor, our commis- across the state. “There are a lot of urban and suburwere appreciative, and area farmers were sioner of agriculture and Twin Cities elected officials ban schools that could use this kind of education.” impressed that finally someone was taking the ag to our May 18 event.”

She thinks the FFA is the perfect organization to story directly to the young kids. One of Mortenson’s conduct these city visits. To make the ag story even Today, the Morris FFA chapter is 94 members FFA graduates who is active in Stevens County more understandable, this year Mortenson and her strong from eighth through 12th grades, with about Pork Producers suggested the FFA should take the FFA chapter are putting together a video showing 50-50 boy-girl ratio.

“We have a lot of farm kids and a same message to youth in the “big city.” growing number of non-farm kids who are passion- Morris area farmers actually doing their livestock ate about agriculture. And that is why our classroom work, their field work, even their marketing. “Last programs and our FFA membership keeps growing,” year we noted that even though the kids love our classes they still have a difficult time understanding Mortenson said.

So who gets on board for the annual trip to Min- what this farming business is all about,” she said.

“So a ‘show and tell’ with real farmers should open neapolis? their eyes.” Their short DVD will be left with every They can’t take all 94 FFAers , so students who have teacher so the education can continue after the Morbeen active in “Pals” — a first grade classroom teach- ris FFA leaves the school. ing program — are first on the list for the Twin Cities The Morris FFA Alumni is inviting teachers in the trip. About 40 to 50 students participate each year. schools visited to come for a day-trip to the Morris Mortenson credits FFA Leadership Development area for actual farm visits, and will provide them with programs for prepping her students to be positive teaching books about agriculture. “Get the teachers and enthusiastic presenters telling the “ag story” to better educated about agriculture and I’m certain the elementary students. She also pairs her older their students will be learning lots more about agriFFA students with younger FFAers to help teach culture and the food they eat,” Mortenson said. how to make good presentations.

The Morris FFA students learn a lot during these Only market-size animals are hauled in for the city teaching experiences, too. “The culture is awe“Agriculture in the City” event. “We use market-ready some,” she said. “Lots of different skin colors of these animals so the students better understand the food kids, but also our FFAers are all Caucasians so it’s chain,” she said. That means a mature beef animal, a an immediate cultural exchange. My students are market hog, a breeding ewe, a dairy cow which gets hearing different languages and seeing different 27296 730th Avenue • Albert Lea, MN 56007 milked by one of the FFA members as students watch, and this year poultry may be added to the mix. The See MORRIS, pg. 15A www.dahlfarmsupply.com

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“I got to be a proud farm kid and it’s not always easy to find a spot where you can be a proud farm kid,” she said.

“For me ag education at the U of M was the spot.”

Mortenson, along with National AgLiteracy Teaching Award winners from Florida, Maine, New Mexico and Wyoming, will be recognized with an Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award at the 2012 National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference in Colorado.

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MORRIS, from pg. 14A races so it’s real cool for my kids, too.”

Mortenson has real farm blood in her veins, growing up on her parents Jerry and Betty Cronen’s corn-soybean farm about 15 miles south of Benson, Minn.

Her teaching career started at Morris Area High School. She knew as a ninth grader that teaching agriculture would be her career. Credit her Benson High School FFA adviser, Chuck Erickson, for Mortenson’s fever to teach ag. The fever strengthened when at the Minnesota State FFA Convention she was elected a state officer. Her first ag education class at the University of Minnesota capped her ambition.

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“We voted on how to use the money,” Milligan said. “We’ll use it for jackets, supplies and officer paraphernalia.”

“We feel really good about having won. It will help our chapter a lot,” White said. “We will be able to buy jackets for everybody. We have some jackets but a lot of them are pretty old. You have to wear an official jacket at a contest.”

White has been in the FFA since she was in the eighth grade.

“I sell cattle and the FFA was another way to get out there and sell my cattle,” she said. “I sell South Devons. They are a British breed that is something like an Angus.”

Milligan, who has been a FFA member since seventh grade, is interested in the British breeds of beef cattle as well.

“I have shown registered Herefords at the county fair, State Fair and Beef Expo,” he said. “This year we’re going to do more shows. I enjoy showing because you meet new people. Also, I enjoy doing well and winning.”

Both Milligan and White said they were proud to be members of Minnesota’s winning chapter for the Chapter Challenge contest. ❖

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Fairfax-Winthrop, Kasson-ManBy TIM KING torville, Mora, Dassel-Cokato, The Land Correspondent LeRoy-Ostrander, LewistonThe members of the New York Altura, Rushford-Peterson and Mills, Minn., High School FFA Owatonna scored in the Top 10. chapter did some serious networkChapters in Benson, Lac qui ing between Jan. 16 and Feb. 29.

Parle Valley, Little Falls, Morris They made phone calls and Area, Randolph, Russell-Tylerpersonal visits to friends and Ruthton, Springfield and Woracquaintances. They sent ethington were selected as at-large mails to every farmer they could winners. think of. They even went to basIn Iowa, the Boone A&M FFA ketball games and wrestling took top honors, with Waukon, matches and passed out cards Western Dubuque, Audubon, Starwith their message on. mont, Decorah, North-Linn, Iowa Their message was: Please Falls-Alden, Valley High School Submitted by Luke Becker support the New York Mills FFA and Muscatine rounding out the in the Chapter Challenge. Vote Jenna White and Logan Geiger labeling plants in the top 10. At-large winners in Iowa New York Mills High School greenhouse. for the New York Mills FFA. were Cascade, Central Decatur, On March 14 the National FFA Creston, East Sac, EdgewoodThe Chapter Challenge is a joint announced that the hard work by the project between the National FFA and Colesburg and Sumner Fredericksburg.

New York Mills chapter had paid off. One Monsanto. The premise is simple. All of the winning chapters received hundred and fifty-four farmers had voted Chapters vote to participate in the prizes of $1,000 or more. for the chapter. That was more votes than challenge. Once they do that, and regThe Lawrence County FFA Chapter any other Minnesota chapter received. ister online with the National FFA, in Moulton, Ala., won the 2012 FFA “Whoever got the most votes won they start working the phones and Chapter Challenge grand prize. That $2,500,” said Jenna White, a 10th grader their e-mail address list. prize, valued at $6,500, will send six who is the chapter reporter. “I think we They ask farmers and relatives to go FFA members and one adviser to Octowon because we went and talked to more to www.FFAChapterChallenge.com ber’s 85th National FFA Convention in people. I think the face-to-face contact and vote for their chapter. It’s not com- Indianapolis. was more effective than sending e-mail.” plicated.

The New York Mills FFA prize of Logan Milligan, the chapter’s ninth “All the farmers I talked to had inter- $2,500 will go toward chapter supplies. grade historian, agrees with White’s net connections,” White said. assessment that the New York Mills This was the second year for the chapter members worked hard. But he believes that the area of east Otter Tail Chapter Challenge, according to a press County that the chapter represents is release from the National FFA. Eleven states in addition to Minnesota particiunique.

“We asked everybody in the chapter pated: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, to talk to at least four farmers. That Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Mishelped us a lot,” Milligan said. “We souri, Mississippi, Tennessee and Texas. won because our community has A total of 856 chapters participated and always supported agriculture. We have more than 10,000 farmers voted. a lot of farmers in the area that like to In Minnesota, the Mahnomen FFA support the chapter.” chapter came in second and Gibbon-

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Investigate health before purchasing a new horse It may be just one horsepower, but before riding off into the sunset on a newly purchased pony, it is important to investigate the quality and health of that animal.

Michael Martin, associate professor specializing in equine primary care at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, has some tips on selecting a horse and how veterinarians can help.

“There are many aspects involved when buying a horse, in addition to answering health questions,” Martin said.

“The concern for a first-time buyer should, and most importantly, be the safety of the horse,” Martin said. “Buy a horse that is experienced and dependable, one with a good attitude.”

Martin recommended that the “attitude” judgment be made by a friend or trainer who is qualified and knowledgeable about horses.

“Veterinarians only spend a very limited amount of time with the horse evaluating its medical condition, so many veterinarians may be reluctant to make a judgment about the disposition of the horse,” Martin said. In addition, veterinarians may be reluctant to make judgments about the horse’s conformation unless it relates to a lameness issue.

Martin said that three basic medical examinations are performed by a veterinarian on any individual horse. A health certificate, insurance exam and a pre-purchase exam provide different levels of information about the health status of a horse.

The health certificate is used to determine if a horse is free of any infectious or contagious diseases and is usually done when a horse is crossing state lines.

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on satisfying the specific questions of an insurance company. The company may be more concerned with what kind of mortality risk is present with the particular horse.

The pre-purchase exam is performed to inform the prospective buyer of the medical status of the horse at the time of examination so that a more knowledgeable decision can be made.

“Find a veterinarian to perform the prepurchase exam who is knowledgeable and familiar with the discipline in which you desire to use the horse, even if it is just trail riding,” Martin said. “Then the veterinarian can examine the horse and provide a moreaccurate assessment of possible medical problems.”

Another important aspect of buying a horse is to become aware of the management techniques used to care for the horse.

“When buying a horse, be sure to have a plan and be knowledgeable about how the horse will be managed to include feeding and exercise programs,” Martin said.

Ask several questions about the horse’s history and specific needs.

For instance, horses usually require routine hoof care. Ask if the horse requires special shoes or if leg or hoof problems exist.

In addition, ask questions about the amount of

time the horse is kept in a stall versus outside.

“Horses are managed differently as far as turnout time. Turnout time (meaning outside the stall) can make a huge difference in attitude,” Martin said.

A particular problem may not have been evident prior to purchase, but because of a change in management a horse may develop an issue as a result of excess energy from confinement or a change in diet.

Horses are different concerning the amount of time they will tolerate being in a stall. Martin suggested that horses be turned out for at least three to five hours a day on days they are not ridden.

“The ideal situation is if a horse could be out eight to 12 hours per day,” Martin said.

Prospective buyers are often not aware of the daily requirements of caring for a horse, and are more focused on getting the most enjoyment out of the experience. Asking questions about the horse that you are thinking about purchasing, taking someone knowledgeable with you, and including a veterinarian’s evaluation in the process can go a long way toward making the right decision for you and your new horse.

••• Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University.

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Pet Talk: Vet techs offer valuable care Veterinary technician is a profession that does much for the animal world.

According to Jean Laird, canine internal medicine and endoscopy technician at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, “the decision to be a veterinary technician is an exceptional career choice that requires skill, dedication and ongoing desire for education and most importantly, a serious respect and admiration for animals and the clients that consider them family.”

Veterinary technicians are trained to assist veterinarians in a variety of professional settings. Therefore, diverse skill sets are essential for a veterinary technician to perform all of the necessary tasks.

“Some of the daily duties performed by a veterinary technician are assisting in surgery, managing anesthesia and sedation, performing a thorough patient assessment, administering fluids and medications, patient management, critical care, urinary, arterial and venous catheterizations, and medical record keeping,” Laird said.

A veterinary technician has the opportunity to advance in his or her field by becoming a registered veterinary technician. Laird said that RVTs are technicians who have completed state required experience, state and national testing, and two years of classroom and practical instruction from an accredited university to earn an associate degree in applied sciences.

An RVT is similar to a registered nurse in human medicine. To maintain their certification status, RVTs are required to have a certain number of Continuing Education Units each year.

Job opportunities widely vary within venues of veterinary medicine for technicians. According to Laird, some examples include: neighborhood clinics, emergency clinics, search and rescue, entertainment, shelters, research, specialty referral hospitals, public health, academia, specialty parks and zoos.

After more than 15 years of service as a veterinary technician, Laird has had some time to assess the pros and cons of the profession.

“Veterinary medicine is an exciting and rewarding profession that awards the opportunity to make a difference in a person and an animal’s life,” Laird said.

“A veterinary technician is a tremendous asset to the ongoing changes and future of veterinary medicine.”

“The most difficult part of veterinary medicine is euthanasia,” Laird said. “To lose a patient or pet is life-altering and devastating. It is however, a small price to pay for what a tremendous gift and enrichment any pets are to our lives.”

As pets continue to become an integral part of the family, the demand for skilled veterinary technicians continues to rise.

For more information on becoming a veterinary technician, log on to www.veterinarytechnician.com.

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Early Sunday service — Turkey hunt with faith and ritual strutted in late in the afternoon. But eventually, it seems, wild turkeys like to come to this spot at some I might pause here, partly to catch time during the day. my breath but also to listen, perExperience has taught me that always, there are haps offering a barred owl call to at least a few toms roosting in the vicinity of this elicit a gobble or two from any ridge and soon, they will announce their presence with lusty gobbles. toms roosted in the neighborhood.

Eventually, they will fly down and with a little For whatever reason, the turkeys like this spot, an luck, one might choose to investigate my calls. expansive, open area that falls off gradually on This morning, I’m facing to the southeast, looking either side. back down the ridge toward the creek bottom, my Over the years, I have shot several turkeys as I sat shotgun across my lap, watching and listening as the woods wake up around me. against this same tree.

The early morning service is about to begin.

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WINNEBAGO, NEB. — It’s a fine Sunday morning and I’m comfortable in a familiar pew.

Not the customary pew, fourth row back on the right side of the aisle, in my church back home.

This morning, I’m nestled tight against a towering basswood atop a wooded ridge THE OUTDOORS deep in the northeast

By John Cross Nebraska turkey woods.

It’s a long walk from the truck through the early morning darkness to get here, especially when loaded down with turkey calls, binoculars, a shotgun, a field chair, ammo, a water bottle, a sandwich or two and maybe even a paperback to pass the time.

The easiest part is the quarter-mile trek across a strip of thick switch grass to the edge of the woods where two ridges converge.

Experience has taught me that just a few steps into the trees, I need to bear left and the route to the valley floor where a small creek meanders will be gentle and progressive.

I once made the mistake of veering right. Initially, it was easy going but then the ridge fell away steeply on all sides for the last 20 yards or so.

That morning, with the turkey witching hour approaching and not wanting to waste time by retracing my steps uphill to take the other route, I carefully began side-stepping the remaining 60 feet down the steep bank.

Just a few yards down, my boots lost their purchase on wet leaves, sending me into a free-fall tumble into the muddy creek, scattering gear along the way.

However I get to the creek, once there, I need to follow it due west.

A massive deadfall covered in heavy moss and smelling richly of earth and decay will loom in the darkness, my cue to cross the stream which even in the wettest of springs remains little more than a trickle.

Usually by this time, on all except the cloudiest of days, I can just begin to make out the trees and looming ridges against the pre-dawn sky.

I might pause here, partly to catch my breath but also to listen, perhaps offering a barred owl call to elicit a gobble or two from any toms roosted in the neighborhood.

Then it’s a quarter-mile further, past the first ridge to my right and on to the next one where a particularly steep, oddly-shaped finger snakes away from its base.

Beyond that, where the next ridge meets the valley, I begin my ascent to my hunting spot.

It’s a gradual 300-yard climb but nevertheless, by the time I reach the ridgetop and begin to search in the darkness for the familiar basswood that obligingly has grown with just the right tilt to provide a comfortable backrest, my glasses are steamed, my breathing labored.

But far from the road and away from the other hunters with whom I might share the woods, the effort is worth it.

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FFA Foundation recognizes Legacy Club members Members of the Minnesota FFA Foundation Legacy Club were announced at the annual awards ceremony of the 83rd Minnesota FFA Convention at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. The Legacy Club is for individuals and couples who

want to help ensure a bright future for agricultural education and FFA in Minnesota, and the students it serves. Funds raised will support the development of new and existing chapters. Support will be provided to chapter programs through a grant process.

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“As the FFA creed states ‘I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds.’ I think about those familiar words of the FFA Creed and the significant impact FFA has on the lives of countless students. So many of us learned those words as freshmen and strive to embody it in our daily lives. FFA is a cornerstone in shaping and developing tomorrow’s leaders,” said Michael Dove, chairman of the Minnesota FFA Foundation. “Now is the time to reignite your belief in the future of agriculture and FFA by joining the Minnesota FFA Foundation Legacy Club.”

As a thank you gift, the first 200 who contributed to the Legacy Club received a signed and numbered, limited edition giclee print from well-known rural agricultural artist Bonnie Mohr.

Members of the Legacy Club include: Paul and Val Aarsvold, Matt and Leah Addington, John and Scarlett Atkins, Rick and Nancy Banes, Jeff and Cheryl Beckman, Colin and Ronda Berg, Wade Boerboom, Mike Balak and Mary Buschette, Lance and Rachel Daberkow, Kevin and Nancy Dahlman, Dallas and Sarah Dornink, Michael and Deborah Dove, Jim Ertl, Ed and Shirley Frederick, Jeffrey and Kammie Friese, Steve Grandon, Brad Greiman, Rod Hamilton, Gerald Hanson, Steve and Kristin Harner, Jonathan and Karen Helvig, Scott and Michelle Hislop, Dan and Ronaele Hoffman, Pamela Jane Jackel, David and Dorthy Jackel Grandchildren, Mark Jirik, Lori Jones, Robin Kinney, Larry Klingbeil, Lance Knoshal, Kyle Peterson, Joel and Marjorie Larsen, Jack and Susan LaValla, James Leising, Sander and Peggy Ludeman, Nick and Marilyn Luhman, Robert Marzo, Timothy and Doris McNamara, Gail Griffin-Minnesota Buffalo Association, Todd and Lisa Moorhouse, Peter and Linda Neigebauer, Steve and Cindy Olson, Kevin and Julie Paap, George and Mary Peichel, Robert and Marlene Roesler, Eric Sawatzke, Brad and LuAnn Schloesser, Dale and Lila Schmidt, Thomas Schulz, Anthony Seykora, Gary and Donna Sloan, Julie Tesch, Gary Thome, Pete Thome, Frederick and Sandra Troendle, Jason Troendle, Matt and Lisa Vaupel, Cliff and Karen Vrieze, Lyle and Susan Westrom, Harmon Wilts and Maurice and Rita Young.

The Minnesota FFA Foundation partners with individuals and businesses to provide resources that promote and enhance premier leadership, personal growth and career success for Minnesota youth in agricultural education. For more information about the Minnesota FFA Foundation, contact executive director Val Aarsvold at (507) 354-0188 or log on to www.mnffafoundation.org.

The 83rd Minnesota FFA Convention was held April 22-24 in St. Paul and drew 3,000-plus FFA members, advisers and guests from across the state.

The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Log on to www.mnffa.org for more information. ❖

‘Rescue’ horsey heaven for any equine enthusiast volunteer, hand-dug, one-kilometerlong trench through the snow, then a walk down a logging road for almost 19 miles to safety. Could the town pull off a Christmas miracle?

OK, so you probably already know the outcome of “The Rescue of Belle & Sundance.” Still, getting there is a pretty great ride.

Stutz and Scanlan put readers on the edge of their saddles as they recount the eight-day effort made by dozens of volunteers on behalf of two starving animals. I shivered as the authors explain the conditions the rescuers endured, in part because of the excitement and in part because, well, -40 C is dang cold. I also liked that readers get

an update on what happened in the aftermath of the rescue.

“The Rescue of Belle & Sundance” is horsey heaven for any equine enthusiast. Hand this book to someone who appreciates good horse flesh, in fact, and you won’t get any arguments.

■ Look for the reviewed book at a bookstore or a library near you. You may also find the book at online book retailers.

The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri has been reading since she was 3 years old and never goes anywhere without a book. She lives in Wisconsin with three dogs and 10,000 books. ❖

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The argument could be made that you’re a softy.

“The Rescue of Belle & You can’t bear to watch any TV show in which Sundance” someone loses his pet; even

By Birgit Stutz and Lassie puts a lump in your Lawrence Scanlan throat, never mind those c.2010, 2012, Da Capo commercials with the $22 homeless dogs. It hurts your heart to see hurt ani219 pages THE BOOKWORM mals because you love your SEZ critters so much.

By Terri Schlichenmeyer Face it: you’re a sucker for a furry face. So what would you do if you learned about a seemingly impossible situation that could surely lead to tragedy?

Find out what one entire town did in “The Rescue of Belle & Sundance” by Birgit Stutz and Lawrence Scanlan.

Even in the harshest weather, the Rocky Mountains in British Columbia are gorgeous. The scenery is lush and beautiful but upclose, the terrain can be a challenge for anyone who forgets the power of nature.

In early fall of 2008, a lawyer from Edmonton attempted to take supplies to a friend hiking near the BCAlberta border. When his two pack horses had trouble in the “foul and lovers in McBride when the animals cold” weather, the man relieved the were again spotted in late-December. animals of their loads and turned them Though getting there was dangerous loose, believing that they would find due to the season’s snowpack, some their way down the mountain, as ventured up to where the animals horses sometimes do. He notified the stood, corralled in a small area by 2RCMP in McBride, B.C., just in case. meter-high snow, starving and waiting.

Several times afterward, the animals Author and horsewoman Stutz could were sighted by snowmobilers and hik- barely sleep when she learned of the aniers. Pictures were taken of them frolmals’ plight. It had been determined icking in mountain meadows, and were that the horses hadn’t yet given up, but posted online. Everyone figured that the snow would impede their rescue. “someone” had the situation under con- Frigid temperatures meant that an airtrol. lift was impossible. Predators made the Because they believed the horses had situation even more dangerous. been reclaimed, it was a shock to horse No, the only way out would be an all-

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‘Fruit of the Spirit’ a rather spirited recipe collection

By SARAH JOHNSON The Land Correspondent One hundred years of maintaining the Catholic faith is the reason for “Fruit of the Spirit,” a new collection of recipes by the Church of St. Donatus in Brooten, Minn., a town of less than 700 not too far from St. Cloud that boasts several churches and motels, a restaurant, parks and softball fields, a bank, a BMX track, a gas station, a grocery store, a bowling alley, a golf course and a liquor store.

(Begging the question: What more could you need?)

The church also serves the Catholic migrant population that annually turns up to work the fields, with an active Hispanic ministry stretching back into the 1980s. This cookbook blends the flavors of all the interconnecting cultures, with everybody sharing their mother’s and grandmother’s favorite dishes. Here are a few of my favorites.

■ Chiles Rellenos are one of my favorite Mexican dishes: Full of flavor, but not too hot for my Midwestern palate since they use relatively mild poblano peppers. This recipe uses an intriguing filling blended of ground beef, raisins, walnuts, fresh tomato and onion.

Chiles Rellenos (Stuffed Chilies) Submitted by Guadalupe Flores 6 poblano chiles 1/2 pound ground beef 1 cup raisins, chopped 1 cup walnuts, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1 small onion, chopped Salt Flour as needed Vegetable oil

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Remove seeds. In a medium skillet, cook ground beef in 2 teaspoons oil with chopped onion, tomato, raisins, walnuts and salt, about 10 minutes. Beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Pour some flour on a plate. Fill the chiles with beef mixture; close the slit with toothpick. Dredge chiles in flour, shake off the excess, then dip in egg. Fry in very hot oil in a large skillet, turning to brown evenly. Drain.

■ Wake up and smell the sausage because it’s time to make some great gravy. With such simple preparation, you can stir it up and be ready to bask in your own awesomeness in about 15 minutes.

Smooth Sausage Gravy Submitted by Michelle Kent 1 pound sausage (any kind) 4 tablespoons butter 3 or 4 tablespoons flour Salt and pepper 2 to 3 cups milk 1/2 cup sour cream Crumble sausage into hot pan. Fry until done, then add butter and pepper. When butter is melted, add flour.

Stir until flour is cooked (light tan in color). Over high heat, stir in milk, one cup at a time. Mixture should be thick.

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The Johnson clan gives five out of five “yums” to Ponche Crema Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Spoon over your favorite biscuits. If this doesn’t put a smile on your face, go back to bed.

■ Pie Filling Coffee Cake makes a great keeper recipe because you can always keep a can of pie filling in the pantry just in case. Any flavor will do: My favorites are lemon and blueberry. And cherry. And don’t forget peach …

Pie Filling Coffee Cake Submitted by Sandy Schmitz 1 stick margarine, softened 1 cup sugar 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup sour cream 2 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 can pie filling, any flavor Topping 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup nuts (optional) 1 teaspoon cinnamon Mix together margarine, sugar, flour, salt, vanilla, sour cream, eggs, baking powder and baking soda. Pour half into a greased 9x13-inch cake pan. Cover with pie filling, followed with rest of batter. Spread on topping mixture.

Bake at 350 F for 45 minutes.

■ When I pulled out the blender, I got a few disappointed faces when I announced I wasn’t making plain old ice cream shakes again. Those frowns

turned upside down when they tasted this extraordinarily smooth Ponche Crema. Not all of us being drinkers, we enjoyed it with or without the rum.

Marvelous — five out of five “yums”!

Ponche Crema (Cream Punch) Submitted by Sr. Coromoto Gonzalez 1 quart rum 8 cups vanilla pudding, already made 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Blend together rum, pudding, condensed milk and vanilla extract. Serve cold.

■ For those who wish to eat their squirrels a little more healthfully, here’s a recipe that uses whole wheat flour and very little oil. Using a crockpot ensures that the enticing aroma of squirrel will greet you as you walk in the door after work.

The Climbers Delight Submitted by Fr. Anthony (Tony) Kroll Put a little oil in the bottom of crockpot. Add a little water. Quarter 2 or 3 squirrels. Brown the squirrels. Roll the squirrels in whole wheat flour. Put squirrels in pot with salt and pepper.

Add some potatoes, onions, carrots, etc.

Pour 1 can cream of mushroom soup on top. Cover and set at low. Cook for 8 hours, more or less. Squirrel’s Delight.

Copies of “Fruit of the Spirit” are available by sending $20 ($15 per book plus $5 shipping) to: St. Donatus Church, P.O. Box 159, Brooten MN 56316, or e-mail them at www.stdonatus@tds.net for more information. ❖

How to become a true master at grilling pork ribs

Don’t cut corners on BBQ equipment to a big box retailer and purchased what I thought was a bargain. It had the side gas section similar to an indoor stove, and a cool infra-red searing area, and all for under $300.

It was sexy and high tech. But, the beautiful green paint is already peeling, and the electric ignition switch no longer works, even after a battery replacement. I’ll be replacing the darn thing within a year, and I won’t be cheap about it this time. I would rather have something which lasts, and that will save me money.

The “Green Eggs,” which are the large ceramic grill/smokers seem to receive great reviews from my friends who have used them. The only drawbacks are the weight of the unit, the special charcoal which is required and the smaller cooking area. But again, people who use them say great things about them.

I remember seeing one of them at a Kansas City Barbecue Society event in Memphis 10 years ago. I remember thinking how weird it looked and how it wouldn’t catch on. Good call, Dave.

In closing, I will revert back to my opening paragraph. Buy quality if you can afford it. Do your research online. There are great resources and customer reviews for all brands on the internet. If you make the right choice and take care of the equipment, your new unit will provide you with years of great food and fun outdoor memories.

BBQMyWay is written by Dave Lobeck, a barbecue chef from Sellersburg, Ind. Log on to his website at www.BBQMyWay.com. He writes the column for CNHI News Service. CNHI is parent company of The Land. ❖

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My daytime job is as a financial adviser, helping my clients reach their goals.

It has become obvious to me that there is one characteristic that stands out as a consistent commonality when comparing the world of investing with the world of outdoor grilling and good barbecue.

What is that one characteristic? Quality.

As spring makes its much-anticipated arrival, many of you will be excited and eager to upgrade your outdoor cooking equipment. While world-class BBQ has been prepared over the years in homemade brick pits, oil drums and converted refrigerators, it is best that we as mortal weekend grilling enthusiasts not depend on our caveman creativity and ingenuity.

Simply put, take advantage of the workmanship and technology that is available in the world of grilling and BBQ equipment.

Maybe I am partial, but when looking at kettle grills and smokers, the king of the mountain is Weber.

I have tried other brands that are cheaper but have similar shapes as the Weber products, but within a year or so, I am regretting my decision.

Cheaper and thinner metal is the culprit, and rust and wear sets in quickly. Weber grills tend to last for 10 years or more, assuming you take care of them. In that same period of time you will more than likely go through two or three of the cheaper versions. Not good for the pocketbook.

As it relates to gas grills, the same principal applies. Ironically enough I am paying the price for a bad gas grill decision right now. Last summer, I went

They allow you to stack the ribs instead of laying them flat on the grill. This not only increases the number of racks you can cook in a limited space, but they just look better when they are done cooking.

A good basting brush: If you decide to apply sauce during the grilling process, don’t skimp on the quality of the brush. Otherwise you may have brush strands on your ribs.

Spices: Some of the most fun you will have is coming up with your own rub. These spices could include almost anything. Most of the time the base of rubs is some type of sugar, salt and paprika.

After that, let your imagination run wild.

Spray bottle: A lot of people spritz their ribs occasionally during the cooking process. Vinegar, apple cider, apple juice, beer or wine. You name it, it has probably been tried.

Varieties of wood: Recently one of my favorite clients surprised me by bringing me some cherry wood chips and pecan wood chips. Typically I had only used hickory. I was stunned at how different each wood variety flavored the food. I had always heard there was a big difference but now I am a believer.

With the internet, you have no excuse not to explore different possibilities, cooking techniques and recipes. Have fun with it. Come up with your own rubs and sauces. Push the limit, and you will have a wonderful 2012 grilling season. Let me know how those ribs turn out.

BBQMyWay is written by Dave Lobeck, a barbecue chef from Sellersburg, Ind. Visit his website at www.BBQMyWay.com. He writes the column for CNHI News Service. CNHI is parent company of The Land. ❖

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with the extra work, and will tell you the membrane helps keep the meat moist during the cooking process.

Ribs can be cooked low and slow, while others have great success cooking them for a shorter period of time over higher heat. The traditional southern style is definitely low and slow, with hickory charcoal as the main fuel.

One exception is the Memphis style “Rendezvous Ribs,” Elvis’ absolute favorite. It is a fact that in the days prior to overnight delivery, Elvis would have his ribs shipped from Memphis to Las Vegas on a first-class seat. They are grilled over normal briquette charcoal with no wood, and a unique Greek rub is applied after the ribs are cooked.

They are unbelievable. I have the recipe and an instructional video posted at www.BBQMyWay.com.

Here are some of the things you will need, regardless of the style you choose to prepare.

Rib rack holder: You can purchase these online, or at a local big-box hardware store.

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To be considered a true master of the grill, one must learn to prepare pork ribs outdoors.

Today’s column will not cover a specific style in detail. Instead, consider this a “big picture” view of what is possible. I hope it whets your appetite enough to push your outdoor culinary curiosity.

Future columns will cover each genre’ and recipe in greater detail.

In general, you will be faced with a choice of pork ribs. “Baby back” ribs are smaller and more expensive. They come from the spinal area of the hog and are part of the ribs.

The spareribs are the actual rib cage. They are larger and typically less expensive than the baby back ribs. Which is best? I like them both. It just depends on what looks best on a given day. The spareribs do require a little trimming. Baby backs are pretty much ready to go.

On the back of both sets of ribs you will find a shiny membrane layer. There is ongoing debate as to whether or not this membrane should be peeled off. I have eaten ribs with or without the membrane, and honestly, I don’t notice a huge difference.

The proponents of removal would tell you that the membrane inhibits the ability of the rub to penetrate the meat. Those who leave it on don’t want to mess

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Today is a gift; rejoice in what you’ve been given “I’m sorry.” If I failed them in anyway — Summer birthdays have their pros and cons. knowingly or unknowingly — I’m sorry.

As a student, the positive side of the spec“Please know I did my best.” trum is you never have to do homework or Do your best. The message resonates take tests on your birthday; the negative with them because it was the council end is you never get to wear your birthday given before every ball game, every crown, stand first in line, or pass out treats test and every situation that stretched on your special day. them out of their comfort zone. We For parents of summer birthday children, an never expected perfection, but we did important choice needs to be made before most kids can tie their shoes: should we enroll THE BACK PORCH expect them to give their best. Period.

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By Lenae Bulthuis week was flavored milk: strawberry, another year? There are parents with strong banana or chocolate. While an elderly opinions on sending children based on the calwoman blocked all refrigeration access endar year or voluntarily keeping them home. to the free item with her cart and ponderings, I took Our decision with an August birthday, youngest a deep breath, in an effort to be patient. Finally I daughter Melanie, was easy. She took no qualifying said, “Excuse me,” and reached over her shoulder for tests. We sought no opinions from teachers. With Melanie’s favorite. foresight, we kept her home so we could enjoy her The woman looked me in the eye through her thick for an extra year in our nest. She’s our baby, for glasses, which were far too big for her features and gracious sake. In hindsight, as we approach her asked, “What flavor of milk has less sodium?” high school graduation, the additional year still doesn’t make it any easier to think of her leaving.

“I have no idea,” I said. “I just know my daughter loves strawberry.”

This time of year, the recurring comments from parents of seniors runs along the lines of how “I turn 82 on Wednesday,” she said. “And do you quickly time passes, and, “Did I do my job well?” know what my husband said to me this morning?

Some wish for a “do over,” hoping to right the He said, ‘We have so much to be thankful for.’ I have wrongs they recognize at this stage of parenting. If congestive heart failure and yet we can live in our that parental dream were an option, I’ve already own home and care for ourselves. God is good.” thought through my answer. I wouldn’t. Although a My initial irritation vanished as my heart resredo would provide opportunities to improve some onated with her story. Through the inspiration of things the second time around, the reality is I Ann Voskamp’s New York Times bestseller book, would probably just make new mistakes.

“One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right We live in a fallen, broken world. No matter how Where You Are,” I spend a few minutes every mornmany parenting rounds are given to me, I’m going to ing journaling God’s gifts, big and small. Voskamp’s mess up. I can’t do it perfectly, but I have and can continue to do my best. One of the repeated lines I’ve said to my girls as they’ve grown and left the nest is,

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initial challenge was to list 1,000 gifts. This morning I jotted down gift number 2,256.

I nodded and said to the woman, “You’re absolutely right. When we focus on God instead of our circumstances, the thanksgiving never ends.”

This elderly lady may have struggled to choose a flavor of milk, but she had no trouble choosing to give thanks in all circumstances.

A few weekends ago my hubby and I volunteered a Saturday at a thrift store that supports a local Christian school. One of the other volunteer parents brought along extra sets of hands, which included her children and her mother who suffered from Alzheimer’s. This aged lady told volunteers and store customers alike, “Today is a gift! Today is a gift!”

If you’re going to repeat yourself, what a true and powerful message to reiterate. A week later, she was gone. She suddenly went from celebrating the day’s gift to being in the presence of the ultimate Gift giver.

When the last child leaves the home, and through so many other milestones we experience in this journey called life, we recognize that there is no passing by this way again. We can lament or we can give thanks.

So even through tears, we will choose to give thanks that although Melanie’s permanent days under our roof may be limited, we’re thankful for the gift He has given and will continue to give through her life.

At the sunset of the day A.W. Tozer wisely asked, “Here dies another day, during which I have had eyes, ears, hands and the great world round me. And with tomorrow begins another. Why am I allowed two?”

Lenae Bulthuis is a wife, mom and friend who muses from her back porch on a Minnesota grain and livestock farm. ❖

‘Larry the Cable Guy’ burgers support Git-R-Done Foundation With April’s introduction of the all new “Larry the Cable Guy” Great American Burgers in Cub Foods (Minnesota), Coborn’s, Cash Wise and other leading supermarkets throughout Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, consumers now have the choice of selecting a burger made from the finest Midwest grown black Angus beef.

The purchase of Larry the Cable Guy products helps support the Larry The Cable Guy’s Git-R-Done Foundation.

Huisken Meat Co. of Sauk Rapids, Minn., has partnered with Larry the Cable Guy to bring you the allnew Larry The Cable Guy Great American Burgers.

With more than 70 years of experience in meat processing, Huisken Meat Co. with its state-of-the-art production process and superior packaging continues its tradition of producing premium, superior quality burgers that are guaranteed to be fresh and flavorful.

“These burgers are so good, they are makin’ me hungry just talkin’ about them,” jokes Larry the Cable Guy. “With a portion of the proceeds going to my charity, The Git-R-Done Foundation, you can feel good while you are eatin’ good!”

Cliff Albertson, Huisken Meats GM/COO, said “I have been proud of Huisken Meats’ tradition of sup-

porting charities and veteran support programs for many years. This new association with Larry’s Git-RDone Foundation is a natural for us. The support from retail trade leaders like Cub Foods, Coborn’s, Cash Wise and others is outstanding.”

Since 1938, Huisken Meat Co., a Branding Iron Corp. company, has brought the highest quality meats to the dinner table. Huisken Meats produces high-quality frozen beef burgers for some of America’s largest grocery distributors.

The Git-R-Done Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by Larry the Cable Guy and his wife, Cara, as a focal point for the family’s philanthropy in 2009. The foundation’s mission is to provide assistance to charitable organizations that have experienced hardships beyond their control, with an emphasis on children and veterans. The GitR-Done Foundation has made numerous donations, including donations to the Arnold Palmer Foundation for the treatment and cure of hip dysplasia, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital and Operation Homefront. For information or to donate, log on to www.gitrdonefoundation.org. ❖

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hose of us whose flying is limited T to commercial jetliners are largely unaware of the extensive aviation

Todd Field, Todd County, Minn.

infrastructure in Minnesota. There are more than 140 public airports and 14 public-use sea bases in the state.

There are, of course, the large airports in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, St. Cloud and Rochester.

But airports are also found near Henning, Pipestone, Slayton, Clarissa, Pelican Rapids, Mora, Olivia and dozens of other small communities. A few may only have a windsock, some open metal hangars and a grass runway. But others, such as Pipestone Municipal Airport, and Todd Field, between Long Prairie and Sauk Centre, boast long paved runways, advanced aviation communications equipment and multiple hangars.

Pipestone Municipal, which is owned by the city, boasts two runways. One is

4,302 feet long and the other is 2,539 feet by an astounding 250 feet wide.

Todd Field’s runway is only 3,000 feet long but, other than that, is similar to Pipestone’s in that there is an arrival and departure building for pilots and passengers, aviation fuel and a courtesy car available to pilots.

User fees paid to the Federal Aviation Administration, along with contributions from the entities that own the fields, support small town airports. Todd Field, for example, is owned jointly by Todd County and the city of Long Prairie. Over the last decade the joint city-county airport commission has aggressively gone after the user fee funding administered by the FAA. “You have to use it or lose it,” said Don Rasmussen, a long-time airport commission member and mayor of Long Prairie. “We’ve been able to

obtain about $150,000 per year from the FAA for the last 10 years.”

With some matching funds from the city and the county, the entire airport has been revamped. Rasmussen is particularly proud of the modern arrival and departure building.

It boasts computer terminals for filing flight plans, a comfortable lounge to rest in, pop and coffee machines, and the aerial charts needed by pilots.

Outside is a modern GPS system so pilots can land in bad weather. There are also new hangars and a well-lit and maintained runway.

Many pilots use facilities like those found at Todd Field and across the state. For example, there were 5,730 landings and take-offs at Todd Field for the 12-month period ending July 21, 2008, according to the FAA. ❖

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Cash Grain Markets corn/change* soybeans/change* Sauk Rapids Madison Redwood Falls Fergus Falls Morris Tracy Average: Year Ago Average:

$6.05 $6.27 $6.33 $6.24 $6.20 $6.31

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$14.31 +1.12 $14.53 +.83 $14.60 +.89 $14.50 +.80 $14.50 +.74 $14.55 +.84

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The livestock markets have been struggling to find seasonal bottoms over the past several weeks. Price rallies have met good resistance at the same time heavy pressure on prices have met some buying interest which slowed the descent to lower levels.

The cattle market has once again been the recipient of large amounts moving into the cattle market. This time instead of large buying interest, the money has moved to the short side of the futures market. Once again that overwhelmed the market and futures prices moved lower, despite the fact that the cash fundamentals were signaling a positive outlook.

JOE TEALE With the futures a deep disBroker count to cash trade, hedgers were Great Plains Commodity encouraged to market cattle and Afton, Minn. take advantage of the positive basis and that buying helped stabilize the futures market. The cattle market still is in a questionable fundamental situation over the near term. Boxed beef movement is still slow even after the sharp drop in the cutouts. These cutout prices have increased sharply in recent trade, however this has slowed the demand for beef once again.

On April 20, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released a Monthly Cattle on Feed Report. The results are as follows: on feed as of April 1, 102 percent; placed during March, 94 percent, and marketings during March, 96 percent. The report is seen as slightly friendly for the short term with the good marketing number, and slightly negative for the

The planting season is upon us and we are ready to put the seed into the ground. The cool, rainy weather that we experienced the last couple of weeks has been a blessing. The cooler temperatures kept us from planting too early, giving us a better chance of avoiding a late freeze. The rain will get the young plants off to a good start. For these blessings, we are thankful.

Since moving to Minnesota from Kansas nearly six years ago, I have been known to question the conventional wisdom. I grant that I grew up and farmed in an area where we did everything we could to save soil moisture. We terraced the land to try and keep as much TOM NEHER water from running off our fields AgStar VP & Team as possible. Our tillage implement Leader — Grain Industry of choice was called a “stubble Rochester, Minn. mulch plow” that kept the maximum amount of soil residue on the surface. This shaded the soil to lower evaporation and helped to control wind and water erosion.

Today in that part of the country you will rarely see a “stubble mulch plow” being used in the fields.

Rather you will see large sprayers and planters with heavy coulters or “trash whippers.” No-till farming has revolutionized crop production on the High Plains. Grain producers are able to farm more acres with less machinery, labor, fuel and time. Corn and soybeans are able to be grown, where they had to be irrigated to produce a crop 20 years ago.

My father-in-law farms in north central Iowa and he has successfully used no-till practices for the last

See EMSLIE, pg. 2B

See TEALE, pg. 2B

See NEHER, pg. 3B

Information in the above columns is the writer’s opinion. It is no way guaranteed and should not be interpreted as buy/sell advice. Futures trading always involves a certain degree of risk.

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Editor’s Note: Tim Emslie, Country Hedging market analyst, is sitting in this week for Phyllis Nystrom, the regular “Grain Outlook” columnist.

■ The following market analysis is for the week ending April 27.

CORN — The week started with a decent rally and a little taste of the string of corn sales announcements that was to come. The Monday report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed a 120,000 metric ton sale to an unknown destination that was presumed to be the TIM EMSLIE Chinese business that had been Country Hedging rumored the previous week.

St. Paul Mid-week, a combination of liquidation ahead of first notice day and a mad cow story created some bearish chart action in the form of lower closes despite higher trade during the session. Ultimately, the market was overwhelmed by the sheer size of the export business done with China and closed the week on a strong note.

Nearby corn rallied 40.5 cents on the week, most of it on Friday following confirmation from the USDA of the sixth largest one-day sale since 1977 when the daily reporting requirements began. The export announcements were scattered throughout the week, but the capstone was the 1.44 million metric tons new-crop sale announced on Friday.

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‘Explosive situation’ if technicals turn negative EMSLIE, from pg. 1B tion since January 1991. The destination was listed as unknown, but widely assumed to be to China, specifically the Chinese government. Corn sales to China/unknown were announced on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, totaling 690,000 mt for old crop, and 2.1525 mmt for new crop.

Weekly export sales, which total the previous week’s activity, came in at 646,000 mt for old and 181 for new. Strong basis and spread markets were reflective of a scarcity of cash corn available at the current price level. The May-to-July corn spread closed the week at a 27.5-cent inverse, a new record high for that spread. The previous record was just over 25 cents back in 1996.

The corn market weathered a report of mad cow disease found at a California dairy, the fourth case ever found in the United States. The announcement sent cattle markets down the limit on Tuesday, but the details released subsequently reassured the market that food supplies are safe.

Weekly ethanol production slipped 19,000 barrels per day to 865,000, the lowest production level since October. Weekly planting progress reported on Monday increased 11 percentage points to 28 percent complete, well ahead of the 15 percent average.

Progress is already ahead of the average pace for

the next week, but is expected to remain well short of the record pace set in 2010.

OUTLOOK: This week’s bounce makes mid-April’s brief dip below $6 to $5.99 1/2 look like a bottom, and the next goal of the market will be to seek out a resistance level. Fundamentally, prices dipped low enough to encourage demand — in this case Chinese import demand — and resistance will be found where new farmer selling replenishes pipelines.

The first chart point will be the March high of $6.78 1/2. The December contract was much more subdued this week, closing up just 2 cents for the week. The 2012 low is not far away at $5.23, but as long as old-crop can move higher, a re-test of support should be avoided. Look for resistance at $5.75.

SOYBEANS — Soybeans continued the strong, steady rally that has been the feature since South America started experiencing weather problems back in December. The nearby contract traded at the highest level since July 2008 on Friday, gaining 50.25 cents for the week. Cuts to production estimates for Argentina continued this week. The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange reduced its crop estimate by 1 mmt to 43 mmt. Informa Economics is estimating the crop at just 40 mmt. The most recent USDA estimate was 45 mmt.

The new-crop contract gained just 6 cents on the week. Since reaching 2.5:1 after the March 30 Prospective Plantings report, the November soybean to December corn ratio has stalled out. Some acreage has certainly been added to soybeans since the March report, but it still appears that the strong demand from China and the shortfall in South American production will require price rationing of demand during the 2012-13 marketing year.

The shift in demand to the United States yet in 2011-12 created by this production shortfall is being reflected in cash and spread markets. The May-toJuly soybean spread traded at an inverse for the first

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time in 2012 this week. Daily sales announcements included 165,000 mt of old crop and 226 of new crop sold to China/unknown. The weekly sales total for the previous week was 926,000 mt for old crop and 483,000 mt for new crop. Planting progress was reported for the first time in 2012 at 6 percent complete, compared to the average 2 percent pace.

OUTLOOK: The nearby contract traded above $15 this week, eclipsing the September 2008 high and leaving only the highs from the first half of 2008 as precedents. The March 2008 high was $15.71, an intermediate high made before the record highs of July 2008. The rally to date has been quite orderly, with a nice series of both higher lows and higher highs on the weekly chart.

The funds have added net length for 12 consecutive weeks, and are now net long a massive 213,474 contracts as of the latest report.

This makes for an explosive situation if the technical picture turns negative. November beans remain well off the early April high of $13.97, but have held the longer term support line and forming a “wedge” formation on the chart that would normally be expected to result in a bullish breakout.

Other markets: Winter wheat markets rallied this week, while Minneapolis continued its sharp April collapse. For the week, Chicago was up 26.5 cents, Kansas City was up 20.5 cents and Minneapolis was down 17 cents. The first estimate of Gross Domestic Product in the first quarter of 2012 was released on Friday this week. Annualized growth of 2.2 percent was down from 3.0 percent growth in the previous quarter, and less than the 2.5 percent expected.

The S&P 500 rose 1.9 percent for the week as of Friday afternoon. Crude oil also rose over 1 percent for the week to $104.38, but stayed well-ensconced in the $100 to $110 range that has prevailed over the last two months. The U.S. Dollar Index was lower this week by 0.7 percent. The CRB commodity index rose 1.2 percent, and gold rose 1.3 percent to $1,664.50. ❖

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longer term.

Released the same day was a Cold Storage Report which indicated the greatest increase in beef stocks for any March in recent history. This definitely reflects on a questionable demand for beef at current levels and, until this trend changes, rallies will be hard to maintain. Producers are suggested to protect inventories on rallies until there is a change in the overall trend in downtrend in prices.

The hog market has been in a downward spiral since last August, but may be showing signs of changing this trend. Even though cash prices have been soft along with pork cutouts being under pressure, the deferred hog contracts have maintained a premium. The movement of pork product has been

good as of late in comparison to competitive meats and this could help solidify the market and stop the decline in the market. Demand will definitely be the key to the outlook for prices in the hog market.

On April 20 the USDA cold storage report indicated a positive report for the stocks of pork in cold storage. The estimate of 612.65 million pounds in storage and pre-report estimate were 638.0 million pounds. This is positive news and reflects that demand for pork is indeed good.

Therefore, there is a chance that the hog market may soon find that seasonal low and prices could be on the rebound. Producers should still remain cognizant that a shaky economy can still thwart any rallies and hurt demand, so the protection of profits should still be the main focus. ❖

Mad cow disease found again, in California dairy cow and milk does not transmit BSE. Samples from the animal in question were tested at the USDA’s National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa, and confirmed the animal was positive for atypical BSE, a rare form of the disease not generally associated with an animal consuming infected feed.

FC Stone dairy economist Bill Brooks didn’t expect much impact on dairy markets, however warned that the news could hit beef consumption and thus curb cheese consumption through lower demand for cheeseburgers.

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research spanning four years pegs strip-till savings at $32 per year over moldboard and deep ripping, DeJongHughes said. The strip-till trials found an average of 12-bushel yield advantage of strip-till trials over full-width tillage. Tony Vyn, Purdue University agronomist, said that conventional tillage is not essential for high corn yields. He has conducted research on no-till corn for 33 years.

He said, “Your tillage system has less consequence for high yields than hybrid selection, optimum plant density and fertility levels. ... Strip-till truly is the system of choice for continuous corn. Even in continuous corn when no-till yields are somewhat lower, strip-till usually yields equal to chisel plowing while providing superior erosion protection.”

Extension Engineer Paul Jasa at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has studied continuous no-till corn production for over 30 years. Jasa said, “Don’t focus on making the spring planting conditions warmer and drier, but focus on making the summer growing conditions cooler and wetter. Cool, wet spring soils may slow growth some early in the season, but it’s your best friend in the heat of June, July and August.”

I interviewed a no-till producer in Wisconsin and he said, “It took me three to four years before my land recovered from tillage. I had to give it time to heal; now my yields are better than they were before, when I burned up all that fuel and wore out my equipment. A farmer shouldn’t switch all at once — just try it with a field and see what happens.”

I am sure that I have not convinced many of you that these will become the best practices in the Upper Midwest.

Yet in this era of high volatility, the challenge will be to find methods to capture a grain angle. ❖

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NEHER, from pg. 1B 20 years with outstanding results. So, when I moved to Minnesota, I asked the question “Why aren’t no-till practices being used?” I looked up the Minnesota statistics on no-till acres and found that only 10 to 12 percent of the acres were planted using these practices.

When I would ask this question as I traveled around and visited with grain producers, I would get this blank stare that indicated that I must be insane.

Then the answer would be, “no-till will not work in Minnesota ... it has to be ‘black’ ... the soil is too cold in the spring.” The last few years, I have asked that question less often. Yet the subject kept gnawing at my curiosity.

I conducted a literature review to see what research has been conducted on no-till practices in the Midwest and specifically the Upper Midwest. The Corn & Soybean Digest has some great articles on this subject. The experts say that tillage has three purposes in the Upper Midwest. They are to warm up the soil, dry the soil for earlier planting and to make a better rooting and seed-placement zone.

University of Minnesota regional Extension educator, Jodi DeJongHughes is quoted as saying, “tillage is to undo the compaction from the previous tillage ... tillage begets more tillage.”

In research conducted at Iowa State University, Extention soil management specialist Mahdj Al-Kaisi suggests that using no-till saves $25 to $30 per acre in corn, and $18 to 20 per acre for soybeans in input cost of production compared to conventional tillage. He is quoted, “These savings result from reducing field-operation passes from eight passes in conventional tillage per growing season to five per year with notill in corn production.”

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■ at or near capacity in many areas. Midwest milk supplies Cash block cheese closed were being offered to some the last Friday of April at cheese manufacturers at $1.5350 per pound, up below class price enhancing three-quarter cents on the production. week, but 7.75 cents below a year ago. Barrel closed at Retail demand was lower $1.4350, down 2.5 cents on than the previous two weeks the week, 16.75 cents below as cheese features were not a year ago, and a dime below as prevalent in store ads. In MIELKE MARKET the blocks. Twenty-eight some cases, retail prices WEEKLY cars of block and 25 of barhave increased while wholeBy Lee Mielke rel traded hands on the sale prices are somewhat week. The Ag Marketing steady. Export demand Service surveyed block is good as U.S. prices price lost a penny-and-aare favorable compared half and slipped to $1.5041. Barrel was to current prices in Oceania. down 2.2 cents, to $1.4891.

■ American-type cheese stocks stood at Cash butter slipped to $1.36, down 621.9 million, up 14.2 million or 2 percent 5.25 cents on the week and 71.5 cents from February and 10.7 million or 2 perbelow a year ago when the spot price cent above a year ago, according to gained 7.5 cents and hit $2.0750. Two USDA’s latest Cold Storage data. The total cars sold on the week and the AMS cheese inventory hit just over a billion price lost 2.2 cents, hitting $1.4408. pounds again (first time since October Butter stocks are abundant com2011), up 2 percent from February, but 2 pared to a year ago. The March 31 percent below a year ago. Traders said the inventory stood at 210.6 million report was pretty much as expected. pounds, up just 5.4 million or 3 perHeavier-than-anticipated milk produc- cent from February but a whopping tion across the country continues to find 66.4 million pounds or 46 percent its way to cheese plants, according to the USDA. Mid-April production levels were See MIELKE, pg. 4B

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This column was written for the marketing week ending April 27.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has confirmed the nation’s fourth case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy in a dairy cow from central California.

Dairy Profit Weekly reported that the carcass was being held under state authority and will be destroyed. It was never presented for slaughter for human consumption, the DPW reported, so did not present a risk to the food supply or human health

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Churning schedules have eased from the Easter/Passover holiday. Cream remains plentiful and USDA reports that many churns are running at or near capacity levels. Many butter producers are able to manage their output at this time and be selective with their additional cream purchases.

Butter demand has slowed considerably. In most instances, orders are being placed for near- or short-term needs as many buyers feel that further price weakness will develop as milk and cream volumes increase seasonally. Retail buyers are indicating that feature activity is limited, although

advertised butter continues to be present in many grocery ads.

■ Cash Grade A nonfat dry milk closed Friday at $1.1475, down 2 cents, and Extra Grade was also down 2, hitting $1.1075.

Farm milk supplies are steady to slowly declining. Florida milk exports dropped 24 percent the week of April 16 (190 loads) compared to the previous week (250 loads). Production in the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Utah and California continues to run ahead of 2011 volumes but is holding steady. Farm milk intakes in the Upper Midwest continue to surpass year-ago volumes and

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Bottled milk demand is steady to lower. Milk handlers speculate the early arrival of warm weather in the northern states decreased several weeks of mealtime milk consumption and pushed the calendar ahead to preferences for iced beverages. Cream demand from ice cream and ice cream mix end-users hasn’t moved out of the doldrums yet, according to the USDA. ■ Looking “back to the futures,” after factoring in the announced Class III milk prices and the remaining futures, the average Class III milk price for the first six months of 2012 stood at $15.65 on March 2 and $15.83 on April 6. The last half of 2012 was averaging $16.20 on March 2, $16.52 on April 5, $16.26 on April 13, $15.95 on April 20, and was trading around $15.49 late morning on April 27.

Cooperatives Working Together accepted 11 requests for export assistance the final week of April to sell a total of 2.615 million pounds of cheese and 752,000 pounds of butter to customers in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and South America. The product will be delivered through July and raised 2012 CWT cheese exports to 46 million pounds plus 39.2 million of butter to 26 countries.

The CWT also announced that it will begin accepting requests for export assistance for anhydrous milk fat. The decision was “the result of a thorough economic review of world market fundamentals and the potential return on investment for dairy producers,” according to the CWT. ■ In dairy politics, the draft farm bill released April 20 by the Senate ag committee included the key components of the National Milk Producers Federation’s “Foundation for the Future” dairy policy reform in preparation for agriculture committee markup. Committee Chairwoman Sen. Debbie Stabenow, DMich., along with Ranking Member Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kan., released the provisions of the entire farm bill, including the dairy legislative language.

The committee passed the bill April 26, 16 to 5, including the dairy reforms, and now moves to the full Senate for a vote.

An amendment was going be offered by Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., that would strike the dairy market stabilization program and replace it with a stand-alone margin insurance program for dairy pro-

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The International Dairy Foods Association’s Jerry Slominski said, “we fully support a margin insurance proposal without it being tied to a program that limits milk supply and manipulates prices. This (Bennet) amendment accomplishes the true compromise we have been urging for a long time.” The NMPF countered that the amendment would have cost dairy farmers more than $400 million in additional expenses.

The DPW also reports that the committee did approve two amendments to the dairy title, without making major changes to the bill. One, offered by Sens. Johanns, R-Neb., and Casey, DPa., that authorizes a review of the Market Stabilization program at the end of the five-year farm bill lifespan; and a second, offered by Sen. Gillibrand, D-N.Y., that extends the Milk Income Loss Contract program through June 2013, at a reduced rate, so there is a safety net in place while the USDA implements the new dairy margin insurance program. The bill was not amended in any way that diminishes the value of the margin protection or market stabilization elements, according to NMPF CEO Jerry Kozak.

■ Meanwhile, the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry heard testimony the same day on the dairy provisions. Part of the discussion included a new analysis of the dairy policy changes by Scott Brown of the University of Missouri and the Food and Agriculture Policy Research Institute, which was commissioned by the House ag committee. Brown said the reforms will have a minimal effect on milk production and dairy product exports, according to an NMPF press release.

Brown’s report analyzes the Dairy Security Act, which features a voluntary margin insurance program to protect against low milk prices or high feed costs, with a basic level of coverage available to all producers for free, and a supplemental, expanded level of coverage available for farmers to purchase. If farmers enroll in the Dairy Producer Margin Protection Program, they will also be subject to the Dairy Market Stabilization Program, which asks them to reduce their milk output when margins are low. The NMPF said “the key takeaway from the FAPRI report is that the dairy reforms reduce margin volatility at the farm level, without negatively affecting the supply of milk to either domestic See MIELKE, pg. 5B

Kozak: Dairy farmers need revised safety net for most dairies like ours.”

The NMPF’s Kozak testified that “America’s dairy farmers need a dramatically revised safety net in the next farm bill, one that shifts its emphasis from milk prices to margins,” and cited the collective loss of $20 billion in farmer equity that occurred between 2007 and 2009. “Current farm bill dairy programs are inadequate,” he said. “Considering the higher cost of

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want to consider using a soil test for nitrate this spring to determine the suggested nitrogen application rate.

Since we had a dry fall and winter, there is a good chance that there is a significant amount of soil nitrate left that the corn crop could use. This is particularly true if the previous crop was corn or small grains.

Soil conditions do appear to be ideal for application, but there is risk associated with application this early in the season. Nitrogen loss can occur with heavy rainfall events in April or May. The majority of the crop uptake occurs after the V5 growth stage, or when the plant is about a foot tall. Having most of the nitrogen in nitrate form when the plant is not actively growing does present some risk of loss.

The weather is warm now, but it is hard to tell what may occur a month or more later.

You can find details on soil nitrate testing, calculating supplemental nitrogen and nitrogen application on the University of Minnesota Extension website at www.extension.umn.edu/ nutrient-management/.

This article was submitted by Daniel Kaiser and John Lamb, both soil fertility specialists with University of Minnesota Extension. ❖

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Managing nitrogen in corn If you applied nitrogen last fall Field conditions were less than optimum for nitrogen application last fall.

The dry soil conditions made it difficult for fall anhydrous ammonia application and the incorporation of urea. At this time, we would not expect a large amount of conversion of ammonium to nitrate within the soil if the fall applications were done according to nitrogen best management practices.

Soil sampling for soil nitrate-nitrogen at this time is unreliable and will likely not give an accurate picture of what is still contained within the soil.

If you made fall nitrogen applications and are concerned about how much nitrogen is left, our recommendation at this point is to wait until late-May to early June, then use the supplemental nitrogen decision tool found at www.extension.umn.edu/go/1102 (pdf) to determine if a side-dress application is necessary.

If you didn’t apply nitrogen last fall • For sandy soils, you should not consider early application. The best practice for sandy soils is to apply nitrogen as part of the starter and a side-dress application.

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Anderson Erickson Dairy; Jon Davis, president and CEO of Davisco Foods International Inc.; and David Ahlem, vice president of dairy procurement and policy for Hilmar Cheese Co. Inc., who joined the IDFA in opposing the milk supply management program, called Dairy Market Stabilization. They charge that it would raise consumer prices, hurt exports, cost thousands of new jobs and stifle investments in new facilities.

Jerry Slominski, IDFA senior vice president for legislative and economic affairs, said “Congress has been told that they can attempt to control milk supply and demand without harming consumers and the overall dairy industry, and that is simply not true.”

Erickson Brown charged that the plan “will create a chain of events which will limit the milk supply for dairies like AE and result in higher milk prices for consumers. ... Last year, milk prices increased nationally on average by 11 percent, driving consumers to purchase fewer gallons of milk. A gallon of milk is the foundation

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Two other farm groups, the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, have endorsed the plan while two Midwest producer groups, the Dairy Business Association and the Minnesota Milk Producers Association, gave it a thumbs-down. The DBA has been vocal in their opposition of the supply control mechanism contained in the DSA, according to the DPW, while the MMPA said the proposed legislation must remove all language referring to “Milk Stabilization.”

The International Dairy Foods Association, which also testified at the Thursday hearing, previously named other dairy leaders who called for the Senate ag committee to remove the new dairy program from the draft 2012 farm bill and instead focus on providing proven safety net programs, such as revenue insurance, typically used for other commodities.

Those leaders included Miriam Erickson Brown, president and CEO of

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Thursday, June 14 @ 10 AM: Dwain & Stacy Kaiser, Fairmount, ND, Farm Auction Friday, June 22 @ 11 AM: Becker County, MN Land Auction, Calloway Community Center Wedensday, July 25 @ 9 AM: AgIron 61 Consignment Event, Red River Valley Fairgrounds, West Fargo, ND, Advertising Deadline: Wednesday, June 27

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THURSDAY, MAY 24TH, 2012 - 1:00 P.M. 19180 US HWY. 14 W - NEW ULM, MN Directions: From the W edge of New Ulm by Walmart, go 2.5 mi. W on Hwy. 14 Tractors & Trucks: JD 3020, WF, gas, single hyd. w/Vaughn hyd. loader, syncro & cab, 5357 hrs.; IH Farmall M, NF, single hyd. w/Cozy cab & loader frame; Ford 9N, 3 pt.; ‘92 Dodge Dakota LE, V8, 4x4 w/ext. cab & topper; Bronco XLT 4x4, auto. w/snow plow; 15.5x38 tractor chains; ‘52 Chevy 11⁄2-T grain truck w/wood box & hoist, (shedded-very nice); JD rock box; JD quick hitch; Truck tool boxes.

Farm Equipment: JD 350, 7’, 3 pt. sickle mower; Rotomec 5’ 3 pt. PTO tiller; Co-op Black Hawk side rake; Single 12’ disc; Fordson 3 pt. 6’ digger; Oliver 12’ hyd. double disc; Bushhog 3 pt. 8’ rotary mower; JD 14T baler; 3-pt. Red 1-row cultivator; IH 3 bottom plow w/hyd. lift; Dearborn 2 bottom, 3 pt. plow; VanBrunt 10’ grain drill w/wood boxes & wood wheel; 3-Section spike tooth drag w/evener; 3 pt. sprayer w/PTO pump, 100 gal. tank & boom; 4’x8’ 2-wheel trailer; 4’x6’ 2-wheel trailer; 8’x12’ 2-wheel implement trailer w/light kit.

Tools, Yard/Garden Equipment & Miscellaneous: 2 loads of hand & power tools & large selection of shop items; Socket sets; 4T portable power hyd.; 2T floor jack; Hyd. jacks; Screw jack; Battery charger; Tire balancer; Coats air powered tire changer; Hyd. rams; Aluminum ATV pickup ramps; Chain hoist; Engine hoist; Sand blaster; Forney welder; Air compressor; Taryak bench top drill press; Scaffolding; Ladders; Shop wood stove; Orange cones; 300 gal. gas barrel w/stand; Misc. lumber & scrap iron; Old trailer houses, elevator & spreader; Car parts; (3) Car engines.

Guns, Sporting Goods & Golf Cart: Ruger .27 cal. Model 10/22 semi auto.; Stevens 511 (Series A) double barrel hammerless 12 ga.; Montgomery Wards Aurcels 12 ga. single shot; H&R 922 8 shot revolver pistol w/holster; WWII Japanese rifle bolt w/bayonet; Australian bolt rifle; Cross bow w/bolt; Fishing rods; Tree stand; Cushman elec. golf cart w/rear seat.

Antiques/Collectibles, Yard/Garden Equipment & Household: Farm related antiques; Buck saw blades; Fanning mill; Clipper; Egg baskets; Glassware; Collectibles; Sausage stuffer; 10 gal. Red Wing crock; Shot glasses; Salt & peppers; Wheel barrels; Garden planter; Big Mow rider; Snapper riding mowers; 3 pt. potato plow; 4’ garden roller/packer; New Idea 7’ 2-stage 3 pt. snowblower; Ariens snowblower w/24” chains, 710m; Homelite chain saw; Mailboxes; Grills; Picnic table.

Note: Sellers and Seller’s agents have represented property to the best of their knowledge and are not responsible for errors in information.This is a guide. Buyers are responsible & encouraged to gather their own information. Auctioneers have the right to run the sale however they feel best serves the seller.

OWNER: STANLEY, MIKE & STEVE GOBLIRSCH ESTATE Auctioneer: Larry Mages (72-004) • 507-240-0030

Auctioneers: Matt Mages-New Ulm • Joe Maidl-Lafayette • John Goelz-Franklin • Joe Wersal-Winthrop Clerk: Mages Land Co. & Auction Service LLC – All Items Sold “As Is” – Not Responsible for Accidents Preview 2 Hours Before Sale • Restroom & Lunch Available on site

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Tuesday, May 15 @ 10 AM: Leroy & Ruby Olson Estate, Farmland and Equipment, Wadena, MN, 123+/- Acres in Wadena County, MN, along with Small Farm Equipment Line & Household Items

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We buy FOR SALE: NH 185 sprdr, Gehl 3pt 10 whl V rake. Exc Mowers 5, 6, 7, 9, $150 to NH HW345 windrower, 437 $1,850; plows 1, 2, 3, 4, 5B, hrs, 15.6' discbine head, Salvage Equipment cond, $1,750. 515-570-5215 good shape, $7,900; Gehl $150 to $950. 712-299-6608 cab/AC, $71,000. 641-425-5478 Parts Available 100 grinder mixer scale & Hammell Equip., Inc. magnet, $4,500; '75 IH 1066, JD 643 corn head $4500, JD 4belt grain pick-up head Paraplow; Buffalo Cultiva- Winpower 50/30 pto alterna(507)867-4910 5500 hrs, new torque & $3000, 16' tandem trailer tor, like new, used once, on tor; Electric Feed Cart; 40' clutch, good tires & tin, $2000, 6x12 Bobcat trailer factory cart, $3,250; JD 158 Zabel Belt Conveyor; ProHiniker CAH, $8,500. 507036 $800. 507-462-3589 ldr., 7' bucket, exc. cond., Tractors quality Hay Basket; Ma642-3479 $3,900; (8)JD 3 bu. boxes nure tire scraper; Schultz Krause 3100 16' soil finisher, FOR SALE: NH 885 skid off 7000 planter, $125 ea.; '03 JD 6120L 2WD, open staFlail Chopper; Fertilizer exc cond. (715)229-2336 tion, PQ Trans., 540-1000 steer, 4000 hrs, good cond, 320 80R42 frt. duals, 4 tires Wagon w/auger; H&S 14' PTO, nice tractor, $17,500.

320-693-2716 or 320-221-0786 + 4 rims & 22” drums, Silage Wagon; Knight LitMANDAKO NEW & USED JD 7400, cab, MFWD, PQ, $3,000 OBO; 380 90R50 tires tle Augie Used as stationLand Rollers-11 Sizes From Gehl 125 grinder/mixer, ham6,800 hrs. Call on JD rims, $1,950/pair. 320ary unit inc. motor/wheels.

12 to 75 Ft. (Several On mers never turned, all (715) 667-5353 361-0065 (608)325-4521 Hand) Heaviest Roller on hyd.; JD 78, 8' back blade; The Market (5/8” Wall x NH 256 side rake, new 42” Dia.) Larger 3” Shafts teeth; MN 8T wagon, big & Bearings Not 2 7/16”. tires; JD 5 sect. drag, all DON'T WAIT. We Rent good cond. 952-955-1810 Trade/Deliver Anywhere Dealer 319-347-6282 Gehl 5625 skidloader, 56 hp, $7,500; (2) Parker 2500 gravity wagons on 10T New Haybusters: #2655 short cut bale processor, list gear, $4,250/pr. 507-330-3945 $25,170, 1 only @ $21,900; good used 256, 2 pt. bale Hardi 1100 Navigator processor, $4,995; like new sprayer, 60' boom, OH 1000 Allied 695 loader, JD 2950 PTO pump, $21,000. mnts., $5,795. 320-543-3523 641-425-5478 NH BR7090 Baler, applicaHydrostatic & Hydraulic Retor, bale command net & pair Repair-Troubleshoottwine, 1200 bales, $31,000. ing Sales-Design Custom 641-425-5478 hydraulic hose-making up to 2” Service calls made. NH BR780 round baler, auto STOEN'S Hydrostatic Serwrap & bale ramp, $8,900; vice 16084 State Hwy 29 N Kinze 16x20 3pt folding Glenwood, MN 56334 320planter w/ Kinze bean me634-4360 ters, $2,750; Case IH 1083 8x30 cornhead w/ water IH 800 16R15” bean planter, pump bearings & PTO $1,450; Case IH 900 6x30 drive, $8,900; JD 512 5 planter w/ dry fert, $1,750, shank ripper w/ folding or offer on planters; Case rear gang, $16,500.

IH 183 6x30 & 8x30 cultiva320-769-2756 tors, $850/ea; Case IH 1100 9' sickle mower, $2,750; NH489 haybine, $3,000. 424 Weaverline S.S. silage cart, Brittonia 500 gal mid mount boom pickup sprayer, 80' w/ $3,000; 240' R.H. gutter Raven 440 controls, $1,600. chain 18", $2,000.

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48 Ft Kent/Great Plains Se- Bobcat Model 610. One bucket, asking $2,000. ries 7 Discovator/Finisher (608) 323-2413 w/ Harrow Well Maintained. (Will Rent). Heavy FOR SALE: 3pt grader Duty Rock Picker w/ Reel blade, 7' wide, pull-type, (5 Ft Wide) 3 Way Hyd $350. Ray Moeller (Built Heavier) Like New. 712-297-7951 319-347-2349 Can Deliver FOR SALE: B&H 9100 6-18 JD Automatic re-set full 12R30” cult, fully equipped, size plow; 6-16 Int'l Autoalways shedded (no fert) matic re-set full size plow; like new cond; Orthman 930 Case dsl tractor.

Tracker III; set of 12R (320) 760-5622 Kinze markers, (4) JD dry fert boxes w/ ext, mounted 620 JD LP gas tractor, very on 20' bar. 507-456-1164 sharp gal, $3,500. 900 NH chopper, processor, 3R FOR SALE: Bakko Brothers Haybuster Used Haybuster cornhead, 2R snapper head, rock pickers. Call John at hay head, tandem axle, 712-249-5951 $10,000. Fox 2310 chopper, 2R cornhead, $1,500. 20' log FOR SALE: JD 1100, 25' rack hauler plus headache field cult.; 4-18.4x42 10-ply rack, $850. radial tractor tires, approx.

574-298-1545 or 574-274-4378 50% tread. 320-543-3656 Ag Wrap 6x6 bale wrapper, FOR SALE: JD 212 grain 3pt or loader mt, w/plastic pickup 4 belt very nice, rolls, $9,950. 641-425-5478 $2,100; JD 640 3 wheel side rake, $1,050; JD 1450, 6 btm FOR SALE & WILL PUR16” plow, $650; JD 4 btm CHASE: NH BALE WAG16” plow, $350. All items ONS,FARMHAND ACCUOBO. 507-220-1419 MULATORS & FORKS. ROEDER IMPLEMENT FOR SALE: JD 24 ½' 1100 SENECA, KS 66538 mounted digger w/ 3 bar 785-336-6103 harrow & 7” shovels. $1,000; 12R30” Hiniker tunFOR SALE: '01 Model 1000 nel sprayer, $500.

Patz Vertical 615 Mixer.

507-375-3979 New screw, new tub liner, lefthand discharge, mag- FOR SALE: JD 6000 hi boy net, side. ext. 690 cu. ft. sprayer, cab, air, 60' boom, $16,000. Call 920-591-0393 boom markers, new tires.

507-840-1108 FOR SALE: 2 Killbros model 385 gravity boxes, 13T run- FOR SALE: JD 7000 8RN planter, dry fert, $4,000. '70 ning gears & lights; KatoIH grain truck, 20' box & light 55kw generator; Agrihoist, twin screw, DOT'd, master 600 gravity box, 16T 11R22 tires, $5,000. running gear, brakes & lights. 320-967-4576 507-381-3776

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Hanson Family 2-Day Antique & Farm Auction Featuring 4-Generations of IH Collections Friday May 11th • 2:00 p.m. & Saturday May 12th • 10:00 a.m.

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Located: Sherburn, MN. From Exit #87 on I-90. 2-miles North on State Hwy 4, 2-miles East on Cty. Rd. 132/32, 3/4-mile south on 90th Ave. 1324 90th Ave. Watch for signs.

Tractors: Farmall 756 gas, wf, fenders, dual hyd, PTO, 3pt; Farmall 806 D, 2pt, 38” rubber, wf, fenders, Cab; IH 660 Diesel--restored, weights, ps, Wheatland fenders; Farmall 560 gas, New Engine & TA, wf, 2pt; Farmall 450, PS, 2pt, 3 hyd; Farmall 400 w/2-ME picker; Farmall 300, new engine, clutch TA & tires; Super WD-9 w/cab; Super WD-6, live hyd; Super C Restored, wf, w/Mounted #295-A Plow, new tires; Super M 2-way hyd; IH 2500-series B Ind. Loader Tractor, engine OH; IH I-4 w/loader; (2) W-6’s—one stuck; Farmall M Diesel, restored; ’47 IH M w/IH Sickle mower; ’43 Farmall –very clean original; B w/belly mower; ’37 McCormick WK-40, round spokes, starter; McCormick WK-40, cast wheels, on rubber, starter; McCormick W-30 restored, full steel w/extension bands; M-D 15-30 on full steel-stuck; M-D 22-36, new engine & parts, Restoration started; Several restored, original & parts F-12’s, F-14, F-20’s, F-30, & Regular; (2) Co-op E-3’s—one complete, one for parts; Several Parts M’s; (8+) IH Cub Cadets/Lawn & Garden: #149 w/deck-nice; #82; #105; #122; #147 w/blade; #282 w/new engine; #1450; #147 for parts; Cub Cadet Snowblower-excellent; #80 Snowblower; Wagon; Blade; Brillion digger.

Pickups—Boat—Snowmobile—3-wheeler: ’92 Ford F-250 w/5th wheel, 111K miles, good shape; ’82 Chevy 1/2 Diesel Pickup; ’69 IH Pickup, 46K act miles; Loadstar Truck/Chassis;’70 Chrysler Boat w/75hp motor, 15’, runs good; ’74 Arctic Cat Cheetah & El Tigre Snowmobiles & trailer; Honda Big Red 3-wheeler; Kawasaki 100 Dirt Bike.

IH Equipment: 20+ IH Plows including--#700 6b w/on-land hitch; F-143 4x14-rare; 1b to 4b’s—some restored; IH disc plow; Tons of Plow parts; Wood Wagon w/Seat-nice original; #30 & #200 spreaders; #430 Baler-nice; #100 Flarebox Wagon; (2) Large barge box wagons; several wagons & running gears; #1000 PT Sickle mower; #9 horse mower; Deering horse mower; #100 PT mower; rakes; #33 Loader; 2pt blade; 1-PR & 1P Pickers; #10 IH Corn sheller attach; Binder; 10’ & 12’ weeders; Sub soiler; #463 2pt Cultivator; (2) C cult’s; Regular Cult, IH 3pt rotary hoe.

IH Parts & Misc: 4-generations of IH parts & pieces; NOS Super H Steering wheel; NOS 460/560 Radiator; NOS M muffler; Lots of fenders, Belt pulleys & mufflers; Several Tractor tires; 2pt/3pt convertor; Old M wf; 2pt parts; (2) 560 rolling draw bars; A grill & fenders; Cub fuel tank & parts; 450 & Regular parts; Many F-12 parts; F-20 sliding drawbar; 1586 grill; M grills/hoods; 560 toolbox & seat; Radios, filters, magnetos; Battery boxes; Cranks; Mirrors, cylinders, umbrella mounts, boxes; LA Gas engine, spring seat; (2) Hand shellers; Cream Separators; Fridge; Many suitcase & wheel weights; Way too much too list.

Other Farm & Livestock Equipment: ’87 Keifer 28’ 5th GN Livestock Trailer; PT Ag Sprayer 500-gallon, 60’ boom w/pump; Gehl 250 M. Spreader; 1,000-gal LP tank; Win Generator on cart; Kubota 3pt Post Hole digger; Livestock Tilt Table; Head gate; 5th Wheel running gear; Fork lift tines; Flatbed 3-axle trailer; Balzer running gear; ATV sprayer; 3pt rd bale mover; Bradley feed wagon; Rebuilt manure pit pump; Dairy equip; Milker pump; Rd bale feeder; Panels & gates; (2) Poly calf huts; Cattle clippers & fair supplies; Rabbit cages; Metal pig hut; Chicken crates & equip, rolls of wire fence.

Other Antiques & Vintage Farm Equipment: 3 wood wagons from Fairmont Canning; Road grader; Triple Box Wagon; JD #55 Plow; Large gas engine cart; Case gear; Brillion 3-roller packer; Co-op 2b Plow; Dearborn Hayrack; Potato digger; Wood flarebox wagon; Bobsled; Many steel wheels; Harness; Sets of tractor chains: Wood hand sheller; Large Anvil; Forge; Large steel cart; I beam; Tongue & groove lumber; OH gas barrel; (3) MT frames & gas tank; Buzz saw; Nutrena clock ck; Misc signs; 2-glass display cases; Glass Surge Jar; small windmill; Milk can cart; Sleigh bells; Decoys; 2-man saw; Fish spear; Grindstone; Horse yolks; Ice tongs; Wood truck wheels; 2 garden gates; Sign pole; Old sleds; Metal shelves; Many small antique items, M-Moline advertising rack; Large flat belts.

Tools: South Bend metal Lathe & bench; Snap-on Sand Blast cabinet; Pamline Hot Water Pressure Washer; Torch w/tanks & cart; Parts washer; Drake Hyd jack; Drill press; Craftsman 2pc Stack tool cabinet; Metal Cut-off saw; Grinder; 2-stage Air Comp.; Valve Compressor; Lincoln welder; Pipe Threader; Shop bench & steel work tables; Engine lift; Tire Changer & balancer; Vehicle stands; Knipco heater; Vises; Bolt cutter; Ext. ladder; High-lift jack; Dairy Vac; Gear pullers; Much misc.

IH Memorabilia & NOS Parts: Several IH Signs, old collectables, advertisements from local dealerships, hats, coats, cans, & more; DryType Filter Blower gun NIB; Fire Crate Piston Sets; Tons of NOS parts, filters, OH kits, mufflers, hoses, belts, bearings, & much more; 100+ pcs of sales literature & manuals.

IH & Other Toys (300+ Pieces): 1/16th Scale & 1/64th Scale—460 Pedal Tractor plus Many Precision Classics, Collector’s Editions, Modern Toys, Vintage Toys, Trucks & more! Too many to list them all! See web for detailed listing. Mostly IH, but also includes Case IH, Versatile, Steiger, JD, Oliver & others.

“Where Farm and Family Meet”

AUCTION SCHEDULE: Friday 2:00 p.m.: Several Trailer Loads of Toys, Memorabilia, Literature, New Old Stock Parts & misc.

Saturday: 10:00 a.m.: Antique Smalls, Parts, Implements, Rows of Misc & more. 12-Noon—Tractors, followed by remainder of equipment & parts. 2-rings may be used on Saturday;

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'06 JD 7820 MFWD 20spd. Bush Hog 12 tooth chisel FOR SALE: M5 Moline, 75% plow.

Good condition. power quad, 18.4 x 42 duals, rubber, new paint & parts, $1,000/OBO. 715-309-9764 794 hrs, $118,000.

NH powershift wheels, HW365 self-propelled dis$5,000/OBO. 608-423-4039 cbine, 18' head, 199 eng hrs. FOR SALE: '00 JD 9200, 4WD, 24spd, diff lock, 8 new FOR SALE: Used Oliver Cut only 585 acres. $82,000.

20.8x42R tires, fresh eng tractor parts for most mod(715) 296-2162 OH, 9000 hrs, (10 hrs on el Olivers and White tracOH) have papers, (new tors, including a lot of mo'53 Ford 8N Tractor. New hinge pins). $69,000. tor parts for most Olivers rubber, Runs great, $3,200.

507-381-1723 both gas & dsl, parts for a 515-227-0702 1755 & 1955 dsl, block & '58 JD 520, 1 owner, electron- For Sale: '74 Case 1370. very crank shaft, hyd pump, cab clean.

18.4 x 42 rears w/duic ignition, dual hyds., facfor 1955, WF, sheet metal, als. 14L x 16.1 fronts, rock tory 3 pt., new brakes, PTO unit & 3spd unit. For box, 8370 hrs. 507-360-1482 clutch & rims, WF, Farmused Oliver parts, call 218hand ldr. w/hyd. bucket. FOR SALE: '77 Int'l 1086, 564-4273 or cell 218-639-0315 320-289-3066 Call for details. 320-543-3656 IH 766 G, good cond, good 1990 CIH 5140 tractor, 2WD, FOR SALE: IH 784 row crop TA, w/GB hyd loader good 18.4x38 tires at 80%. Cumutility tractor, like new cond, $7,600/OBO. mins diesel cab, a/c, air 15.5-38 tires, has TA, 641-847-1992 ride seat, 7500 hrs. $23,000.

540/1000 PTO, 2 hyd outlets, Red Wing (651) 261-1730. inj pump just gone through, IH SMTA tractor, TA works good, excellent tires, very new paint & clutch 2 yrs Case 930, cab, good shape, good tractor. 608-386-7994 ago, $8,500. 507-830-0213 tires good, 4400 hrs, $7,500 JD 3010, dsl, WF, Hiniker OBO; Case 2390, 6600 hrs., FOR SALE: JD 8430 9150 cab, good clean tractor, good motor, pwr shift needs hrs, 18.4x38 tires, duals 4000 hrs, $8,900/OBO. work, w/ldr., $2,000 OBO. hyd, 3pt, exc cond, $13,500.

712-260-6400 320-274-5862 507-661-5045 JD 4030 w/148 loader. No cab, quad range transmission, 16.938 tires. Needs some engine work. (715)307-1300 JD 8430 tractor, front diff OH'd, new hi low unit, 18.4x38 tires, new of rear, ok on front $12,000.

515-890-9793 JD 8630 new tires, $15,500. '10 JD 2305, 161 hrs, 4x4, 62" deck, $11,500. IH Super C w/ cult, $2,850. IH 756 gas FH, $5,250. (608)489-4180 MF 1135 C/A; MF 1190 compact; MF 175; hydraulic boom off truck; 12Kw-45Kw PTO generators; Batco 35' conveyor. 320-760-1634

USED DRYERS DELUX 13575, 1350 BPH DELUX 3015, 300 BPH DELUX 6030, 600 BPH (2) 380 BEHLEN, 1 Ph., LP 700 BEHLEN, 3 Ph., DOUBLE BURNER

HOPPER TANKS BEHLEN 1600 BUSHEL

BEHLEN 2800 BUSHEL MFS 3250 BUSHEL

USED AUGERS 12”X71’ MAYRATH SWINGAWAY 10”X61’ MAYRATH SWINGAWAY 10”X71’ MAYRATH SWINGAWAY 8”X57’ KEWANEE PTO

We carry a full line of Behlen & Delux dryer parts; Mayrath and Hutch augers parts.

Large inventory of Welda sprockets, hubs, bearings, chain & pulleys.

NEW AND USED TRACTOR PARTS JD 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 55, 50 Series & newer tractors, AC-all models, Large Inventory, We ship! Mark Heitman Tractor Salvage 715-673-4829 Specializing in most AC used tractor parts for sale. Now parting out WD, 190XT, #200 & D-17 tractors.

Rosenberg Tractor Salvage 507-848-1701 or 507-236-8726 Super MTA, nice, $4,200; M Factory pump on distributor, $12,600; Older M, runs good, needs hyd work; + 900 D-4 Cat, 1956, $5,200.

Phone 406-799-4205 White 2-155 tractor, very good cond, AC/ heat work well, 5500 hrs, duals, $10,250/OBO. 515-681-6279 Harvesting Equip

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3 Concave small wire type to fit 1440 – 1460 Case IH Combine. No extension $400.

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Note: This will be a very large auction with something for every level of collector. Come in pairs—2 auction rings may be used for part of Saturday. See many photos online. Loading available the day of the sale. Viewing of equipment will start Thursday May 10th.

Questions, please contact Nathan at 507-236-4823. Call for a free, full color brochure.

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'92 JD 7300, 8R30", vacuum, insect monitor, & trash cleaners, $6,400.

712-480-4564

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220 Friesen seed tender, no trailer, good condition, $5500. 515-545-4246 Christiansen Seed Vac w/2 sect. gravity box, $3,950; 3 pt. tractor forklift, 3 stage, 18' hgt., $2,500. 507-240-0294

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‘11 NH 8N Collector, loader ready, 35 hrs...........Call ‘11 NH T6030 w/830TL loader, 200 hrs. ......$79,500 ‘04 NH TG230, susp. FWA, mega-flow, 320 metric F&R duals, 2450 hrs. ................................$125,500 ‘03 NH TJ450, 710/70R42 duals, rear wgts., 3350 hrs. ..................................................$155,000 ‘87 CIH 2294, MFWD, 18.4R38 duals, 5600 hrs. ....................................................................$27,000 ‘94 Ford 9880, 20.8R42 triples, 5300 hrs., Nice!............................................................$89,500 ‘09 Grasshopper 223 mid-mount, 61” deck, 110 hrs. ........................................................$7,500 ‘08 Grasshopper 729 G2, w/61” power fold deck, 225 hrs. ......................................................$10,950 ‘08 Grasshopper 620 T6, w/52” power fold deck ......................................................................$6,950 ‘09 Dixon Grizzly, 27 hp., 61” deck................$7,500

MISCELLANEOUS EQUIP.

‘08 Wilrich 9x24’ 957DDR w/harrow............$34,500 ‘08 Wilrich 5850, 45’ chisel plow w/harrow $41,500 ‘09 NH H6750, 7 disc mower....................Coming In ‘08 NH 615, 5 disc mower w/shock hubs ......$6,500 ‘01 Wilrich QX, 47’ field cult. w/4 bar harrow ....................................................................$35,500 ‘06 NH BR740, ATW round baler..................$15,500 ‘97 NH 499, 12’ haybine ................................$6,950 Black Max 96” snowblower, 2-stage/auger, hyds. ............................................................$3,950 Used Case 12’ mtd./hyd. chisel plow, Nice ....$1,950 ‘05 Wilrich 957, DDR, 9-shank, 24” w/harrow ....................................................................$29,900 ‘02 JD 2400, 29’ chisel plow ....................Coming In ‘01 Flexi-Coil 340, 34’ chisel plow ..........Coming In ‘85 CIH 4800, 30’ field cult. w/3 bar harrow ..$6,500 ‘93 DMI 5000, mounted, 5-shank ..................$5,500 ‘11 Tebben TC94, 10’ rotary cutter ................$5,950 ‘04 Brent 640 wagon w/tarp ........................$12,950 ‘08 NH CR9070, 520/80R42 duals, Y/M, ‘05 Parker 6250, red wagon ........................$12,000 7805 hrs., Loaded ....................................$239,000 Several 7’ & 8’ Snowblowers ‘05 NH CR960, RWA, 18.4R42 duals, Y/M, ..........................................From $1,500 to $3,500 1587 hrs. ..................................................$159,500 ‘03 NH CR960, 18.4R42 duals, Y/M, GPS ..$129,500 ‘03 NH 74C, 30’ flex head ............................$21,000 ‘94 Commander 8000, 72 hp., 72” bucket, (2) ‘01 NH 73C, 30’ flex head ......................$20,900 rubber tracks ..............................................$19,000 ‘07 NH 74C, (CR) 35’ flex head ....................$26,500 ‘08 NH L185, 2-spd., w/cab, A/C, hi flow hyd., ‘08 NH 99C, 8F30” chopping cornhead........$59,500 Q/A, pilot controls, 475 hrs. ........................$31,900 ‘09 NH 99C, 8R30” chopping cornhead ......$64,500 ‘06 NH L185, 2-spd., w/cab, A/C, hyd., Q/A, ‘99 NH 996, 6 row 30” cornhead..................$19,950 1650 hrs. ....................................................$26,500 ‘98 NH 973, 25’ flex head ..............................$9,500 ‘92 NH L250, 42” bucket, 1800 hrs. ..............$7,950 ‘88 NH 974, 6R30” cornhead ........................$6,950 ‘07 JD 332, AC, hyd. QA, 1750 hrs. ............$26,500 ‘97 NH TR98, 30.5-32, 1212 hrs., Loaded ..$65,000 ‘96 JD 6675, 2-spd., cab/heat, 3100 hrs. ....$11,900 ‘95 NH 973, 30’ flex head ............................$10,900 Visit Us At: ‘90 Gleaner R50 w/6 row cornhead & www.tjosvoldequip.com 20’ flex head ......................................Pkg. $38,500

COMBINES/HEADS

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$139,000

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Wheels, tires, 10” spacing, good condition, cylinders, markers, frame, $16,800. 507-399-1199 all very good cond. 507-3274892 FOR SALE: JD 7000 6R30”, trasher whippers, seed 039 firmers, Sensor One County Tillage Equip Monitor, dry fert, $4,900; CIH 1830 12R, 30” cultivator.

JD 7000 4R36”, dry fert, Some fading, very little seed firmers, $2,400. use. $4000. 507-448-2445 651-439-1663 DMI Ecolo 500, 3 pt., 5 shank IHC 800 pull-type planter ripper, very good cond., w/900 updates, 8R36”, 1000 $6,000 OBO; CIH 183 R.C. RPM pump, high perforcult., 8RN, F.F., RS like mance mon., liq. fert., innew, $3,000 OBO; JD #21 sect. & herb. boxes, trash hay conditioner, steel whippers, exc. cond. 507rollers, $500. 320-328-5794 764-3943 FOR SALE: Brillion duct tile Intl 900, 6R30”, dry fert. packer x fold 32' good cond, planter, cross auger, $15,000/OBO. 320-393-7677 or $2,500; 8R30”, 900 planter, 320-292-0030 has transport, $1,000. 507FOR SALE: Case IH 4300 456-2566 field cult, 27', tandem JD 7300 vacuum planter, 16 wheels, $10,500. 320-979-6313 or 18R 22”, vertical fold, FOR SALE: IHC 700, 6 btm.

250 monitor, nice shape, pull-type plow, 6-16”s, new $12,500; also, 100' 2pt Britwear parts, $5,500. 320-877tonya high pressure 7577 or 320-220-3114 sprayer, windscreen, $2,500. 701-640-4697 FOR SALE: JD 742, 19' soil finisher, $10,900. 320-3334477 Great Plains 6-30 Twin Row FOR SALE: JD field cultiva#1525P Planter for Corn & tor, 24' w/ leveler, pull type, Beans. Loaded (Plant in $600. 515-827-5162 Standing Stalks) Like New, Only 900A, $26,500 OBO. IH 12R30" 183 cult, $1,200. IH 8R30" cult, $200.

Less Than Half Price of 515-227-0702 New. 319-347-6138 Can Del IH 496 25' disc, $11,000. GlenWANTED TO BUY: 1000, coe 9 shank disc chisel, 1450, 1850, 2000 gal NH3 $4,600. Brillion 12' soil finnurse tanks, prefer Pryor isher, $8,200. (608)489-4180 running gear. Also 4-bar IHC #183, 8R36” flat-fold mounted harrows for chisel cult., w/rolling shields, 5 plow, Raven NH3 system. shanks per row. 507-764-3609 701-897-0099

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NO. MANKATO, MN • 507-387-55 Sales: • Randy Rasmussen • Ed Nowak • Leon Rasmussen • Jay Pederson • Spencer Kolles • Rick Miller

TRACTORS 4WD

CIH 535 Quad, '10, 800 hrs ..........................................$299,000 CIH 500 Steiger, '11, 405 hrs ........................................$265,500 CIH 485 Steiger, '10, 425 hrs ........................................$229,500 CIH STX450Q, '02, 5095 hrs ........................................$149,000 CIH 435 Steiger, '08, 1250 hrs ......................................$205,000 CIH STX375, 2475 hrs ..................................................$143,000 CIH 335 Steiger, '09 ......................................................$169,500 CIH 330 Steiger, '07, 1840 hrs ......................................$150,000 CIH STX275, '02, 2875 hrs............................................$125,000 CIH 9390, '97 ..................................................................$88,500 CIH 9380, '97 ..................................................................$79,000 CIH 9380, '97, 4600 hrs ..................................................$79,500 CIH 9380, '96, 8075 hrs ..................................................$65,000 CIH 9370, '97, 4325 hrs ..................................................$84,500 CIH 9270, '91, 4815 hrs ..................................................$72,900 CIH 9180, '89, 7600 hrs ..................................................$39,900 CIH 9170, '89, 7825 hrs ..................................................$56,500 Case 2670, '78, 6370 hrs ..................................................$7,900 Challenger MT865B, '06, 3745 hrs ................................$199,500 Ford 846, '93, 5785 hrs ..................................................$39,900 JD 9620T, '06, 3205 hrs ................................................$195,000 JD 9330, '09, 2150 hrs..................................................$195,000 JD 8960, '91, 6540 hrs....................................................$64,500 NH T9060, '08, 1440 hrs ..............................................$212,000 NH TJ330, '07................................................................$139,500 Steiger ST325, '78 ..........................................................$17,500 Versatile 846, '88, 5510 hrs ............................................$30,000 Versatile 835, '78, 11,000 hrs..........................................$15,500

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CIH MX230, '04, 4400 hrs ..............................................$89,500 CIH 215 Mag, '11, 335 hrs ............................................$152,000 CIH 215 Mag, '11, 695 hrs ............................................$130,000 CIH 215 Mag, '10, 3100 hrs ..........................................$105,000 CIH 215 Mag, '09, 770 hrs ............................................$129,000 CIH 215 Mag, '09, 880 hrs ............................................$129,500 CIH MX200, '99, 8865 hrs ..............................................$65,000 CIH 180 Mag, '09 ..........................................................$102,500 CIH 8950, 8725 hrs ........................................................$62,500 CIH 7240, '95, 5125 hrs ..................................................$64,900 CIH 7140, '91 ..................................................................$45,900 CIH 7130, '87, 5610 hrs ..................................................$45,500 CIH 5130, '91, 13670 hrs ......................................................Call CIH 585, '88, 4975 hrs ....................................................$14,900 Case 580M, '06, 4400 hrs ..............................................$39,500 IH 6388, 7785 hrs............................................................$16,500 Challenger MT665C, '09, 755 hrs ..................................$148,500 Ford 8970, '94, 8140 hrs ................................................$57,500 McCormick TTX230, '09, 615 hrs....................................$90,000 McCormick XTX215, '06, 870 hrs....................................$85,000 NH TC55, '05, 2785 hrs ..................................................$18,500 White 6175, '94, 8020 hrs ..............................................$42,500

COMPACT TRACTORS / RTV’s CIH 40 Farmall CVT ........................................................$36,250 CIH DX25E, '04, 175 hrs..................................................$13,900 Agco ST 40, '02, 435 hrs ................................................$15,500 Deutz 5220, '87, 1540 hrs ................................................$5,995 JD 4310, '02, 1090 hrs....................................................$21,000 Kubota B2920HSD, '08, 180 hrs......................................$17,100 Kubota BX2360T, '09 ........................................................$8,950 Kubota BX2230, '04, 1965 hrs ..........................................$7,750 Kubota BX2200, '01 ..........................................................$8,750 Kubota BX1830, '04 ..........................................................$6,950 Kubota BX1500, '04, 1235 hrs ..........................................$6,100 Artic Cat 500, '02, 950 hrs ................................................$2,950 Cub Cadet 4x4D Trail, '06, 670 hrs....................................$7,975 Kawasaki Mule, '02, 2670 hrs............................................$5,500 Kubota RTV900W, '06, 800 hrs ........................................$7,900 Kubota RTV900, '06, 935 hrs ............................................$7,950 Kubota RTV900A, '05, 1170 hrs ........................................$8,400 Kubota RTV900, '05, 950 hrs ............................................$8,550 Kubota RTV900W, '04, 830 hrs ........................................$8,200 Steiner Hawk, '00 ..............................................................$3,250

PLANTING & SEEDING

CIH 2404, '68, 5805 hrs ....................................................$4,950 Farmall 706, 7610 hrs........................................................$5,000 IH M, '49............................................................................$2,500 IH 5088, '82, 9545 hrs ....................................................$19,500 IH 986, '77, 8735 hrs ........................................................$9,950 IH 756................................................................................$7,500 IH 656, '68 ........................................................................$6,250 Allis 7060, '76, 3140 hrs ..................................................$9,900 Ford 640, '56, 180 hrs ......................................................$2,950

“Where Farm and Family Meet”

TRACTORS AWD/MFD CIH 335 Mag, '11, 50 hrs ..............................................$219,000 (2) CIH 335 Mag, '10 ........................................choice $151,900 CIH 305 Mag, '11, 1300 hrs ..........................................$167,500 (2) CIH 305 Mag, '10 ........................................choice $182,500 (2) CIH 305 Mag, '10 ........................................choice $151,900 CIH 305 Mag, '09, 1595 hrs ..........................................$182,500 CIH 290 Mag, '11, 180 hrs ............................................$192,500 CIH 275 Mag, '11, 600 hrs ............................................$172,500 CIH 275 Mag, '10, 600 hrs ............................................$172,500 CIH 275 Mag, '10, 800 hrs ............................................$175,000 CIH 275 Mag, '10, 950 hrs ............................................$155,500 CIH 275 Mag, '09 ..........................................................$175,000 CIH MX275, '06, 2020 hrs ............................................$129,500 CIH MX270, '00, 5085 hrs ..............................................$69,900 CIH 245 Mag, '11, 300 hrs ............................................$153,500 CIH 245 Mag, '09, 2250 hrs ..........................................$129,500 CIH 245 Mag, '09, 2460 hrs ..........................................$129,500

CIH 1260, 36R22 ..........................................................$185,000 CIH 1250, 24R30 ..........................................................$113,900 (2) CIH 1200, 24R22 ....................................$49,900 & $66,900 CIH 1200, 16R30 ............................................................$59,500 CIH 1200, 16R22 ............................................................$30,000 (2) CIH 1200, 12R30 ....................................$48,500 & $52,500 CIH 955, 12R30 ..............................................................$15,000 CIH 950FF ........................................................................$19,500 CIH 950, 12R30 ..............................................................$16,900 CIH 900, 16R30 ..............................................................$14,900 CIH 900, 12R30 ..............................................................$11,000 CIH 900, 8R30 ..................................................................$6,500 IH 800, 8R30 ....................................................................$2,100 (2) JD 7300, 12R30 ......................................$12,500 & $12,900 JD 1770, 16R30 ..............................................................$46,300 White 8524, 24R30........................................................$109,900 CIH 5400MT, 20' Drill ........................................................$6,950 CIH 5400, 20' Drill ............................................................$6,500 Great Plains 30' Drill........................................................$10,500 (4) Great Plains 20' Drill ....................................$4,500 - $5,800 JD 520, 20' Drill ................................................................$4,500

SPRING TILLAGE (2) CIH TM 200, 60.5' Fld Cult ............................choice $67,500 CIH TM 200, 50.5' Fld Cult ..............................................$57,900 (2) CIH TM 200, 48.5' Fld Cult ........................................$55,000 CIH TMII, 54.5' Fld Cult ..................................................$35,500 CIH TMII, 50.5' Fld Cult ..................................................$46,900 CIH TMII, 46.5' Fld Cult ..................................................$39,895 DMI TMII, 49.5' Fld Cult ..................................................$39,500 DMI TMII, 38.5' Fld Cult ..................................................$22,900 DMI TM, 44.5' Fld Cult ....................................................$12,500 Flexcoil 820, 40' Fld Cult ................................................$11,500 JD 2210, 64.5' Fld Cult ....................................................$61,500

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COMBINES Continued

JD 2210, 50.5' Fld Cult ....................................................$55,900 JD 2200, 38.5' Fld Cult ....................................................$24,500 JD 1100, 24.5' Fld Cult ......................................................$1,295 JD 1000, 26.5' Fld Cult ......................................................$1,000 JD 980, 44.5' Fld Cult ......................................................$17,500 JD 980, 43.5' Fld Cult ......................................................$16,900 JD 980, 36.5' Fld Cult ......................................................$13,900 JD 980 Fld Cult ................................................................$14,500 JD 960, 36.5' Fld Cult ........................................................$6,900 Sunflower 5053, 39' Fld Cult ..........................................$19,900 Sunflower 5034, 22' Fld Cult ..........................................$12,000 White 375 Fld Cult ............................................................$3,500 Wilrich Quad5, 32' Fld Cult..............................................$16,500 Wilrich 2500, 27.4' Fld Cult ..............................................$1,950 CIH 3950, 22.5' Disk........................................................$21,500 CIH 3900, 33' Disk ..........................................................$14,900 CIH 370, 31' Disk ............................................................$52,500 CIH 330, 34' Disk ............................................................$61,500 JD BWF, 19' Disk ..............................................................$2,000 Sunflower 1434, 23' Disk ................................................$33,000 White 6x16 Disk ................................................................$1,500 Worksaver 940420 Disk........................................................$525

JD 9870STS, '09, 830 hrs ............................................$275,000 JD 9870, '09, 1100 hrs..................................................$256,000 JD 9770S, '08, 890 hrs..................................................$217,000 JD 9660, '07, 1805 hrs..................................................$169,500 JD 9660STS, '04, 2115 hrs ..........................................$149,000 JD 9610, '96, 3265 hrs....................................................$62,500 JD 9500, '89, 4520 hrs....................................................$37,950 JD 9400, '97, 3250 hrs....................................................$44,500 JD 9400, '91, 4720 hrs....................................................$35,950 MF 750, '77 ......................................................................$3,500 NH TR97, '95, 3955 hrs ..................................................$29,500 NH TR86, '89, 3860 hrs ..................................................$18,500 NH TR86, '85, 3245 hrs ....................................................$9,900 NH 970, '03, 2020 hrs ..................................................$139,000

COMBINES CIH 9120, '11, 290 hrs ..................................................$320,000 CIH 9120T, '10, 655 hrs ................................................$329,000 CIH 9120, '09, 725 hrs ..................................................$289,000 CIH 8120, '11, 260 hrs ..................................................$319,000 CIH 8120, '11, 210 hrs ..................................................$309,000 CIH 8120, '11, 250 hrs ..................................................$309,000 CIH 8120T, '10, 970 hrs ................................................$319,000 CIH 8120, '10, 190 hrs ..................................................$315,000 CIH 8120, '09, 930 hrs ..................................................$253,400 CIH 8120, '09, 1120 hrs ................................................$265,000 CIH 8120, '09, 1265 hrs ................................................$249,500 CIH 8120, '09, 1060 hrs ................................................$260,000 CIH 8010, '07, 1100 hrs ................................................$215,000 CIH 8010, '07, 1740 hrs ................................................$195,000 CIH 8010, '06, 865 hrs ..................................................$175,000 CIH 8010, '06, 1410 hrs ................................................$191,500 CIH 8010, '06, 1900 hrs ................................................$164,500 CIH 8010, '06, 1900 hrs ................................................$166,000 CIH 8010, '04, 2115 hrs ................................................$139,000 CIH 8010, '04, 2440 hrs ................................................$159,000 CIH 7120, '10, 465 hrs ..................................................$245,000 CIH 7120, '09, 915 hrs ..................................................$252,500 CIH 7088, '11, 585 hrs ..................................................$249,000 CIH 7088, '11, 640 hrs ..................................................$249,000 CIH 7088, '10, 470 hrs ..................................................$245,000 CIH 7088, '10, 810 hrs ..................................................$225,000 CIH 7088, '09, 845 hrs ..................................................$215,000 CIH 7010, '07, 2875 hrs ................................................$155,000 CIH 6088, '11, 470 hrs ..................................................$239,000 CIH 6088, '11, 545 hrs ..................................................$239,000 CIH 6088, '11, 500 hrs ..................................................$239,000 CIH 6088, '10, 450 hrs ..................................................$228,500 CIH 6088, '10, 525 hrs ..................................................$235,000 CIH 6088, '10, 500 hrs ..................................................$225,000 CIH 2588, '07, 1910 hrs ................................................$178,900 CIH 2388, '06, 1125 hrs ................................................$172,500 CIH 2388, '06, 1440 hrs ................................................$159,500 CIH 2388, '05, 2320 hrs ................................................$126,900 CIH 2388, '04, 1270 hrs ................................................$125,000 CIH 2388, '03, 2740 hrs ................................................$135,000 CIH 2388, '03, 2415 hrs ................................................$140,000 CIH 2388, '03, 2540 hrs ................................................$117,900 CIH 2388, '03, 2550 hrs ................................................$125,000 CIH 2388, '03, 2760 hrs ................................................$119,900 CIH 2388, '02, 2975 hrs ..................................................$99,000 CIH 2388, '01, 2400 hrs ..................................................$99,500 CIH 2388, '01, 2580 hrs ................................................$106,500 CIH 2388, '01, 2840 hrs ..................................................$99,500 CIH 2388, '01, 3250 hrs ..................................................$99,900 CIH 2388, '00, 2000 hrs ................................................$115,000 CIH 2388, '00, 3295 hrs ..................................................$86,500 CIH 2388, '98, 3210 hrs ..................................................$77,500 CIH 2388, '98, 3250 hrs ..................................................$85,700 CIH 2388, '98, 3780 hrs ..................................................$82,500 CIH 2366, '00, 2810 hrs ..................................................$89,500 CIH 2366, '00, 3135 hrs ..................................................$89,500 CIH 2366, '99, 3845 hrs ..................................................$79,500 CIH 2188, '97, 3800 hrs ..................................................$69,500 CIH 2188, '97, 2365 hrs ..................................................$79,000 CIH 2188, '96, 2950 hrs ..................................................$72,500 CIH 2188, '96, 3045 hrs ..................................................$79,500 CIH 2166, '97, 4150 hrs ..................................................$62,500 CIH 2166, '96, 3250 hrs ..................................................$59,500 CIH 2166, '96, 3430 hrs ..................................................$63,500 CIH 1688, '94, 3305 hrs ..................................................$49,500 CIH 1688, '94, 4160 hrs ..................................................$39,500 CIH 1688, '94, 4325 hrs ..................................................$39,500 CIH 1688, '93, 4560 hrs ..................................................$47,500 CIH 1666, '93, 3180 hrs ..................................................$49,500 CIH 1660, '91, 3650 hrs ..................................................$27,000 CIH 1660, '90, 4360 hrs ..................................................$29,500 CIH 1660, '87, 4605 hrs ..................................................$27,500 CIH 1640, 86, 3845 hrs ..................................................$14,500 CIH 1460, '80, 3500 hrs ....................................................$7,500 CIH 1440............................................................................$5,900 Gleaner N6, '84, 3120 hrs..................................................$9,500

BEAN/CORNHEADS CIH 2162, 35' Beanhead ..................................................$59,900 (2) CIH 2062, 36' Beanhead ..........................$45,000 & $48,000 CIH 2062, 30' Beanhead ..................................................$39,500 (4) CIH 2020, 35' Beanhead............................$27,900 - $32,500 (6) CIH 2020, 30' Beanhead............................$19,500 - $33,500 (3) CIH 2020, 25' Beanhead..........................$$18,900 - $23,000 CIH 2020, 20' Beanhead ..................................................$24,000 (30) CIH 1020, 30' Beanhead ..........................Starting at $4,900 (23) CIH 1020, 25' Beanhead ..........................Starting at $5,500 (3) CIH 1020, 22.5' Beanhead ............................$4,950 - $9,700 (3) CIH 1020, 20' Beanhead............................$10,500 - $15,500 CIH 1020, 15' Cornhead ....................................................$8,500 CIH 920 Beanhead ............................................................$3,500 Deutz All 320 Beanhead ....................................................$3,500 (4) JD 930F, 30' Beanhead ................................$9,550 - $11,900 JD 920, 20' Beanhead........................................................$5,900 (3) JD 635F, 35' Beanhead ..............................$32,000 - $34,500 JD 630F Beanhead ..........................................................$36,900 MacDon 2162, 40' Beanhead ..........................................$55,000 MacDon 2162, 35' Beanhead ..........................................$47,000 Macdon 974, 35' Beanhead ............................................$45,000 Macdon 30' Beanhead ....................................................$41,500 MF 9750, 25' Beanhead ....................................................$7,000 NH 960 Beanhead ..............................................................$1,400 CIH 3408, 8R30 Cornhead ..............................................$44,000 (2) CIH 2612 Cornhead..................................$81,500 & $82,300 (4) CIH 2608 Cornhead ..................................$52,900 - $65,000 (9) CIH 2208 Cornhead ..................................$26,500 - $35,500 (4) CIH 2206 Cornhead ..................................$24,500 - $30,000 CIH 1222 Cornhead ........................................................$16,900 (14) CIH 1083 Cornhead ..................................starting at $9,500 (4) CIH 1063 Cornhead ....................................starting at $9,500 IH 12R22 Cornhead ........................................................$15,500 IH 983, 9R22 Cornhead ..................................................$10,500 (2) IH 963, 6R30 Cornhead ..............................$4,500 & $7,950 (2) IH 883 Cornhead ..........................................$3,500 & $4,000 (2) IH 863 Cornhead ..........................................$2,500 & $4,500 Cat 1622 Cornhead ..........................................................$29,500 Cressoni 6R30 Cornhead ................................................$21,500 (7) Drago 12R22 Cornhead ............................$49,500 - $85,000 (2) Drago 12R20 Cornhead ............................................$84,500 Drago 10R30 Cornhead ..................................................$65,500 (3) Drago 10R22 Cornhead ............................$39,500 - $65,500 (16) Drago 8R30 Cornhead ............................$29,500 - $57,500 (2) Drago 8R22 Cornhead..............................$33,000 & $44,900 (2) Drago 6R30 Cornhead..............................$41,500 & $42,500 Geringhoff 12R30 Cornhead ............................................$89,750 Geringhoff 12R22 Cornhead ............................................$69,500 Geringhoff 8R30 Cornhead ..............................................$29,900 (3) Geringhoff Roto Disc ................................$29,900 - $36,500 Gleaner Hugger Cornhead..................................................$8,950 Gleaner 6R30 Cornhead ....................................................$3,500 Harvestec 4306C Cornhead ............................................$34,000 (4) Harvestec 8R30 Cornhead ........................$25,000 - $39,500 Harvestec 6R30 Cornhead ..............................................$15,900 JD 1293, 12R30 Cornhead ..............................................$45,500 JD 1290, 12R20 Cornhead ..............................................$49,950 JD 10R22 Cornhead ..........................................................$8,500 (5) JD 893, 8R30 Cornhead ............................$14,500 - $33,000 JD 843, 8R30 Cornhead ....................................................$7,500 JD 843, 8R22 Cornhead ..................................................$10,000 JD 643, 6R30 Cornhead ....................................................$5,500 Lexion C512R30 Cornhead ..............................................$38,000 NH 962 Cornhead ..............................................................$1,400 (2) IH 810 Platform............................................$1,500 & $2,250 JD Platform........................................................................$1,500 Homemade 4 Wheel Head Transport ................................$1,000 Maurer 1230, 30' Head Transport......................................$3,995

FALL TILLAGE (7) CIH 870, 22' Subsoiler ..............................$59,000 - $75,000 (6) CIH 870, 18' Subsoiler ..............................$43,500 - $57,900 CIH 870, 14' Subsoiler ....................................................$43,000 (4) CIH MRX690 Suboiler ..............................$20,900 - $28,500 (5) CIH 9300, 22.5' Subsoiler ........................$24,500 - $45,000 (2) CIH 9300, 9 Shank Subsoiler ..................$36,000 & $36,500 (6) CIH 730B Subsoiler ..................................$17,500 - $26,000 (4) CIH 730C, 17.5' Subsoiler ........................$32,500 - $41,500 (3) CIH 730C, 7 Shank Subsoiler ....................$34,900 - $39,900 (2) CIH 730B, 7 Shank Subsoiler ..................$22,500 & $24,000 CIH 530B, 12.5' Subsoiler ..............................................$18,500 DMI 9300, 22.5' Subsoiler ..............................................$40,000 DMI 9300, 22' Subsoiler..................................................$29,500 DMI 1300, 17.5' Subsoiler ................................................$9,500

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DMI 730B Subsoiler .............................................

(5) DMI 730B, 17.5' Subsoiler ........................$15 (3) DMI 730B, 7 Shank Suboiler ....................$17 (4) DMI 730, 7 Shank Subsoiler .................... $12 DMI 530, 12.5' Subsoiler .....................................

(2) DMI 530, 5 Shank Subsoiler ....................$11, DMI 530B, 12.5' Subsoiler ...................................

DMI 527, 5 Shank Subsoiler.................................

(2) DMI CCII, 11.5' Subsoiler ............................$5 DMI Tiger II Subsoiler...........................................

Bourgault 2200, 30' Subsoiler .............................

Glencoe SS7400 Subsoiler ...................................

(16) JD 2700 Subsoiler ..................................$21 JD 960 Subsoiler .................................................

(3) JD 512, 22.5' Subsoiler ............................$29 (3) JD 512, 22' Subsoiler................................$40 (2) JD 512, 17.5' Subsoiler ..................................c (3) JD 512, 9 Shank Subsoiler ........................$23 JD 510, 7 Shank Subsoiler ...................................

Krause 4850, 18' Subsoiler .................................

M & W 2900 Subsoiler .........................................

M & W 2200 Subsoiler .........................................

M & W 1875, 17.5' Subsoiler ...............................

M & W 1860, 9 Shank Subsoiler .........................

NH ST770, 17.5' Subsoiler ...................................

Sunflower 4411, 9 Shank Subsoiler .....................

(6) Wilrich V957DDR Subsoiler ......................$23 IH 4700, 30' Chisel Plow .....................................

Hiniker 816M Chisel Plow.....................................

(2) CIH 800, 10 Bottom MB Plow ....................$8, CIH 800, 9x18 MB Plow .......................................

JD 3710, 9 Bottom MB Plow ...............................

JD 724, 30' Combo Mulch ...................................

DMI 18' Crumbler .................................................

Great Plains 20' Crumbler.....................................

SELF PROP. FORAGE HARVE

Chase Groskreutz, East - (320) 2 Randy Olmscheid, West - (320) 5

Claas 980, '10, 655 hrs.........................................

Claas 980, '10, 915 hrs.........................................

Claas 980, '09, 1135 hrs.......................................

Claas 980, '08.......................................................

Claas 980, '08, 1495 hrs.......................................

Claas 970, '08, 1040 hrs.......................................

Claas 900, '09, 1625 hrs.......................................

Claas 900, '07, 1935 hrs.......................................

Claas 900, '07, 2430 hrs.......................................

Claas 900, '06, 2645 hrs.......................................

Claas 900, '03, 2275 hrs.......................................

Claas 890, '02, 2100 hrs.......................................

Claas 890, '02, 2555 hrs.......................................

Claas 870 GE, '06, 2590 hrs .................................

Claas 870, '05, 1995 hrs.......................................

Claas 870, '03, 2790 hrs.......................................

JD 6810, '96, 4590 hrs.........................................

JD 5400, 2660 hrs ...............................................

NH FX60, '03, 1970 hrs .......................................

NH FX58, '02, 1410 hrs .......................................

FORAGE

Gehl CB1265 PT Forg Harv...................................

Gehl CB1065 PT Forg Harv...................................

Gehl 1075 PT Forg Harv .......................................

NH FP240 Forg Harv.............................................

(6) Claas PU380HD Hayhead ........................ $12 (2) Claas PU380 Pro Hayhead ......................$23, (8) Claas PU380 Hayhead .............................. $11 Claas PU300 Hayhead...........................................

(4) Gehl HA1210 7' Hayhead ................................

Gehl HA1110, '95 Hayhead ..................................

Gehl 7' Hayhead....................................................

JD 630A Hayhead .................................................

JD 7' Hayhead ......................................................

JD 5HP, 5.5' Hayhead ..........................................

NH 3500 Hayhead.................................................

NH 355W Hayhead ...............................................

NH 340W Hayhead ...............................................

(3) Claas Orbis 900 Cornhead ....................$110,0 (3) Claas Orbis 750 Cornhead ........................$76 Claas Orbis 600 Cornhead ...................................

(13) Claas RU600, 8R30 Cornhead ................$24 (2) Claas RU450XTRA Cornhead ..................$42, (12) Claas RU450 Cornhead............................$28 (4) Gehl TR330 Cornhead ..................................$ (2) JD 688 Cornhead ....................................$28, JD 666, 6R30 Cornhead .......................................

JD 4R30 Cornhead ...............................................

JD 3R30 Cornhead ...............................................

Kemper 4500 Cornhead .......................................

Kemper 3000 Cornhead .......................................

NH 3PN Cornhead.................................................

(2) NH R1600 Cornhead ................................$39,

HAY

CIH 8830, '96, 1430 hrs .......................................

Versatile 400, '76 .................................................

POWER PULL NATIONALS

ST. MARTIN, MN • 320-548-3285

June 15th & 16th

ALDEN, MN • 507-874-3400

Arnold’s has tickets for sale!

Sales: • Bob Pfingston • Nate Scharmer • Brian Lingle • Christy Hoff • Bob Lindahl • Tim Hansen • Jeff Ruprecht

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Sales: • Brad Wermedal • Tim Wiersma • Tim Engebretson • Bob Joubert

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248-3733 583-6014 .........$335,000 .........$295,000 .........$275,000 .........$275,000 .........$255,000 .........$279,000 .........$242,000 .........$175,000 .........$180,000 .........$165,500 .........$168,000 .........$158,500 .........$147,000 .........$184,500 .........$175,000 .........$162,000 ...........$59,500 ...........$24,000 .........$115,000 .........$108,000

...........$15,900 .............$2,800

SKID LOADERS/EXCAVATORS Case SR250, '12, 2 hrs....................................................$42,500 Case 1845C, '96, 7080 hrs ..............................................$10,000 Case 1840, '95, 4395 hrs ................................................$10,500 Case 1840, '91, 6355 hrs ..................................................$9,850 Case 1840, '89, 3350 hrs ..................................................$9,900 Case 1825, '89, 4000 hrs ..................................................$5,500 Case 450CT, '08, 1570 hrs ..............................................$41,500 Case 445CT, '06, 455 hrs ................................................$37,500 Case 445, '06, 1975 hrs ..................................................$30,500 Case 440CT, '10, 1690 hrs ..............................................$38,900 Case 440, '10, 575 hrs ....................................................$31,500 Case 440, '10, 1920 hrs ..................................................$28,000 Case 440, '07, 1250 hrs ..................................................$24,900 Case 440, '07, 2330 hrs ..................................................$22,500 Case 435, '09, 2125 hrs ..................................................$24,500 Case 435, '07, 1050 hrs ..................................................$20,900 Case 430, '09, 2560 hrs ..................................................$21,500 Case 430, '08, 400 hrs ....................................................$27,500 Case 430, '06, 2105 hrs ..................................................$17,900 Case 430, '06, 3905 hrs ..................................................$22,000 Case 90XT, 2505 hrs........................................................$22,900 Case 40XT, '02, 1735 hrs ................................................$15,900 Bobcat 863C, '97, 2140 hrs ............................................$13,900 Bobcat 743B, '92, 3270 hrs ..............................................$8,350 Bobcat S185, '08, 1475 hrs ............................................$25,000 Bobcat S185, 2565 hrs ....................................................$22,500 Cat 257B, 2705 hrs..........................................................$22,500 Cat 236B, '06, 1975 hrs ..................................................$23,500 Daewoo 2060XL, '02, 3070 hrs ........................................$9,500 Gehl 7800, '01, 6395 hrs ................................................$18,500 Gehl 7810 Turbo, '04, 3350 hrs ......................................$34,500 Gehl 5640E, '06, 1650 hrs ..............................................$19,750 Gehl 5240E, '10, 380 hrs ................................................$27,500 Gehl 5420E, '08, 400 hrs ................................................$27,500 Gehl 4840, '05, 770 hrs ..................................................$19,900 Gehl 4835SXT, '00 ..........................................................$10,900 Gehl 4825SX, '98, 5640 hrs ..............................................$8,500 Gehl 4640, '05, 3295 hrs ................................................$18,000 Gehl 3825 ..........................................................................$9,500 Hydra Max 1600, '91, 3735 hrs ........................................$4,500 JD 328, '05, 5180 hrs......................................................$19,500 JD 320, 2210 hrs ............................................................$19,900 Rounder L600....................................................................$2,300 Kubota KX91-2, '97 ........................................................$14,500 Kubota U35SS, '05, 140 hrs ............................................$28,000

BALERS (2) CIH RBX562 Rnd Baler ............................$12,500 & 14,500 CIH 8530 Rec Baler ..........................................................$7,500 CIH 8460, 5x6 Rnd Baler ..................................................$5,950 CIH 8480, 5x6 Rnd Baler ..................................................$6,000 CIH 3650, 5x6 Rnd Baler ..................................................$6,995 (2) Claas 280RC Rnd Baler ............................$19,500 & $21,500 Hesston 530, 4x4 Rnd Baler ..............................................$8,500 JD 567, 5x6 Rnd Baler ....................................................$19,500 NH BR780A Rnd Baler ....................................................$17,800 NH BR780 Rnd Baler ......................................................$15,900 NH 664, 5x6 Rnd Baler ....................................................$12,900 New Idea 4865, 5x6 Rnd Baler ..........................................$9,500 Vermeer 504I Rnd Baler ....................................................$5,950 CIH LBX432 Rec Baler ....................................................$64,500 CIH 8575 Rec Baler ........................................................$29,500 (2) CIH 8530 Rec Baler ..........................................choice $7,500 (2) NH BB940A Rec Baler ..............................$49,500 & $67,500 NH 315 Rec Baler ..............................................................$3,500 NH 276 Rec Baler ..............................................................$3,195

SPRAYERS - SELF-PROPELLED Rudy Lusk - (507) 227-4119

CIH 4420, '09, 1570 hrs ................................................$175,000 CIH 4260, 98, 4270 hrs ..................................................$79,900 Rogator 854, '01..............................................................$83,500 Tyler Patriot XL, '94, 4360 hrs ........................................$37,900

SPRAYERS - PULL-TYPE Ag Chem 1000 ................................................................$13,500 Bestway 500 Gal ..................................................................$975 Demco Conquest ............................................................$19,500 Hardi 500, 60'....................................................................$7,900 Hardi TR500, 60' ..............................................................$4,000 L & D Landpro ................................................................$21,900 Redball 690, 2000 Gal ....................................................$29,500 Redball 670, 1200 Gal ....................................................$21,500 Redball 670, 90' ............................................................$20,000 Redball 565......................................................................$15,500 Top Air 500, 45' ................................................................$3,800

MISCELLANEOUS Alloway 22CD, 22' Shredder............................................$12,500 (2) Alloway 20' Shredder ..................................$4,500 & $5,500 Alloway 15' Shredder ......................................................$11,500 Balzer 5205M, 30' Shredder ..............................................$7,400 Hiniker 5600, 15' Shredder..............................................$12,500 Hiniker 1700, 20' Shredder..............................................$11,500 JD 520, 20' Shredder ......................................................$17,500 JD 220, 20' Shredder ......................................................$12,500 JD 120, 20' Shredder ........................................................$3,950 JD 115, 15' Shredder ......................................................$12,000 Loftness 360BS Shredder................................................$10,000 Loftness 264, 22' Shredder ............................................$15,900 (2) Loftness 240, 20' Shredder......................$13,500 & $19,500 (2) Loftness 20' Shredder..................................$3,500 & $8,500 Rhino RC15, 15' Shredder ..............................................$12,500 Wilrich 22' Shredder........................................................$12,900 (2) Woods S20CD Shredder ..........................$15,900 & $16,750 (2) Woods 22' Shredder ..................................$5,500 & $10,500 (2) Woods 20' Shredder ..................................$7,900 & $10,900 Woods 15' Shredder........................................................$10,500 Alcart 1520 Forage Box ..................................................$44,000 Millerpro 9015 Forage Box ..............................................$42,000 (5) CIH 600 Forage Blower..................................$1,500 - $4,500 Gehl 1580 Forage Blower......................................................$500 CIH 1360 Grinder Mixer ..................................................$11,900 Lorenz 100 Grinder Mixer..................................................$3,500 Brandt 1060 SWD Auger ..................................................$5,500 Feterl 8x60 Auger ..............................................................$2,500 Feterl 8x55 Auger..................................................................$750 GSI 10x31E Auger ............................................................$3,300 Handlair 560 Auger............................................................$7,500 Hutch 8x72 Auger..............................................................$1,850 Hutch 8x71 Auger..............................................................$2,500 Westfield W130-61 Auger..................................................$5,500 Westfield WR100-51 Auger ..............................................$4,000 Degelman 7200, 14' Blade ..............................................$25,000 Degelman 10HD, 10' Blade................................................$4,500 Kubota V4208A Blade ........................................................$2,100 Farmhand F235 Loader......................................................$3,500 Lindsay Bale Transport ......................................................$1,000 (2) Brent 544, 550 bu Grav Box ..........................choice $14,950 Dakon 350, 350 bu Grav Box ............................................$1,750 (2) DMI 400, 400 bu Grav Box ..............................choice $3,500 EZ Flow 300 bu Grav Box ..................................................$2,500 J & M 250-7 Grav Box ......................................................$2,300 Minnesota 350BA Grav Box ..............................................$2,650 (2) Parker 505, 550 bu Grav Box ........................choice $14,900 A & L F500, 500 bu Grain Cart ..........................................$8,995 Balzer 1250 Grain Cart ....................................................$57,000 Brent 1194 Grain Cart......................................................$41,500 Brent 880, 850 bu Grain Cart ..........................................$27,500 Brent 876, 800 bu Grain Cart ..........................................$26,500

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“Where Farm and Family Meet”

.............$7,500 .............$5,500 .............$9,500 ...........$23,000 2,500 - $15,000 000 & $24,500 ,500 - $14,500 .............$9,500 . $500 - $1,850 ................$500 ................$500 .............$8,500 ................$800 ................$400 .............$6,500 .............$8,500 .............$5,000 000 - $111,000 6,000 - $79,000 ...........$68,000 4,500 - $59,000 000 & $46,000 8,000 - $48,000 $2,600 - $5,500 000 & $51,500 ...........$12,500 .............$5,500 .............$2,600 ...........$29,500 ...........$22,000 .............$8,500 500 & $42,500

HAY Continued NH 1441, 16' PT Windrower............................................$21,500 CIH DHX181 Windrower Head ........................................$20,000 (2) CIH 8360, 12' MowCond..............................$4,900 & $6,900 CIH 8340, 9' MowCond ....................................................$7,950 (2) CIH 8312, 12' MowCond ..........................$8,500 & $ $9,500 CIH DCX161 MowCond....................................................$20,500 CIH DCX131, 13' MowCond ............................................$19,500 CIH SC412 MowCond ........................................................$7,900 Hesston 1160, 14' MowCond ............................................$5,350 JD Moco946 MowCond ..................................................$29,500 JD 1600, 14' MowCond ....................................................$6,995 JD 945, 13' MowCond ....................................................$15,000 NH 1475 MowCond ..........................................................$7,500 NH 415, 11' MowerCond ..................................................$5,500 (2) NH 116, 14' MowCond ................................$5,900 & $6,500 Vermeer 1030, 13.5' MowCond ......................................$18,500 Kuhn GMD55 Disc Mower ................................................$3,900 NH 615, 6' Disc Mower ....................................................$4,950 IH 120, 7' Sickle Mower ......................................................$795 CIH FC60, 60" Rotary Mower ................................................$550 Frontier GM2084 Rotary Mower ........................................$2,500 Landpride FDR2584 Rotary Mower ..................................$2,750 Tonutti FM180 Rotary Mower ............................................$1,850 Woods RD7200D Rotary Mower ......................................$1,895 H & S HM2000 Wind Merg................................................$9,600 H & S TWM9 Wind Merg ................................................$26,500 (4) Millerpro 14-16 Wind Merg...................... $28,500 - $41,000 NH H5410, 9' Wind Merg ................................................$17,900 NH 166 Wind Merg............................................................$3,750 NH 56 Wind Merg..............................................................$1,250 Oxbo 14-16 Wnd Merg ....................................................$48,000 Tonutti RCS10 Wind Merg ................................................$2,250 Kuhn GA8521 Rake..........................................................$23,500 Kuhn GA7301 Rake..........................................................$14,500

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...........$17,500 5,000 - $19,500 7,000 - $19,500 2,500 - $13,900 ...........$15,500 900 & $12,900 ...........$17,900 .............$9,500 5,250 & $7,750 .............$7,950 ...........$92,400 .............$4,950 ,500 - $38,000 .............$6,500 9,900 - $49,500 0,000 - $46,500 choice $17,000 3,900 - $27,750 ...........$10,500 ...........$43,500 ...........$14,900 ...........$14,900 ...........$12,900 .............$9,300 ...........$22,500 ...........$21,500 3,500 - $33,900 .............$3,950 .............$2,200 900 & $11,500 ...........$10,500 ...........$22,000 ...........$15,500 .............$6,200 .............$1,650

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WILLMAR FARM CENTER a division of aemsco

3867 East Highway 12, Willmar, MN • Phone 320-235-8123 #1 GERINGHOFF Dealer in the USA ~ Degelman 45’ Land Roller - For Rent ~

TRACTORS • • • • • • • • • •

‘12 MF 8660, MFD, cab, 225 PTO hp.

‘12 MF 2680, MFD, cab, 83 PTO hp.

‘12 MF 2680, MFD, cab, 83 PTO hp.

‘11 MF 8690, MFD, cab, 280 PTO hp.

MF 5460, MFD, cab, 95 PTO hp.

‘11 MF 2680, MFD, 83 PTO hp.

IH 70 Hydro w/F11 Farmhand loader ‘05 MF 451, 45 PTO hp., 400 hrs.

‘07 MF 3645, MFD, 75 PTO hp., cab, loader ‘93 Agco 5680, MFD, 73 PTO hp., loader

“Where Farm and Family Meet”

CORNHEADS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

‘07 Geringhoff 1822, RD ‘03 Geringhoff 1222, RD ‘08 Geringhoff 1222, RD ‘07 Geringhoff 1220, RD ‘05 Geringhoff 1220, RD ‘04 Geringhoff 1220, RD ‘08 Geringhoff 836, RD ‘08 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘06 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘04 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘03 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘01 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘00 Geringhoff 830, RD ‘07 Geringhoff 820, RD ‘08 Geringhoff 630, RD ‘08 Geringhoff 630, RD ‘07 Geringhoff 630, RD ‘01 Geringhoff 630, RD ‘05 NH 98C, 12R20” ‘99 NH 996, 12R20” ‘04 JD 1290, reg. rolls JD 822 JD 1022 ‘93 JD 843 ‘06 CIH 2212, 12R20” w/8010 mounts CIH 1083 CIH 822, GVL, Poly CIH 822 White 708N ‘03 MF 3000, 8R30” MF 1163, fits MF 8570 combine

COMBINES • • • •

‘06 ‘07 ‘92 ‘98

MF 9690, duals, 429 hrs.

MF 9790, duals, 1034 hrs.

Gleaner R62, 2063 hrs.

Gleaner 800, 25’ flexhead

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‘90 MF 8570, duals ‘85 MF 9720, 3292 hrs.

MF 9750 PU table MF 9120 bean table MF 1858 bean table, 15’, 18’, 20’ MF 8000, 30’ bean table

GRAIN HANDLING • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Brandt 1070XL, swing hopper auger Brandt 1080XL, swing hopper auger Brandt 1390XL, swing hopper auger Brandt 7500 hp. grain vac.

Brandt 5200 EX grain vac.

‘05 Brandt 1070XL swing hopper Brandt GBU-10, bagger Brandt GBL-10, unloader Brandt 1515 LP, 1535, 1545, 1575, 1585 belt conveyors Brandt 10x35 auger Parker 605 gravity box, 625 bu.

Parker 505 gravity box, 550 bu., brakes Hutchinson 10x61 auger Wheatheart transfer auger, 8”

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Kodiak 60”, 72”, 84” 3 pt. rotary cutters Gehl WR520, 12 wheel rake MF 1328 & 1329 3 pt. disc mowers MF 828 round baler, auto tie MF 200 SP windrower, cab ‘11 MF 1372 disc mower conditioner Sitrex DM7 & DM5 disc mower Sitrex RP2 or RP5 3 pt. wheel rake Sitrex MK 14 wheel rake Sitrex 10 & 12 wheel rakes on cart Westendorf 3 pt. bale spear H&S 16’ bale wagon Chandler 22’, litter spreader Meyer 4620 TSS forage box w/19T gear

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Sunflower 5055-62 field cult., 5-section, 62’ Brady 20’ stalk choppper ‘08 JD 520 stalk chopper Loftness 30’ stalk chopper, SM Maurer 28’-42’ header trailers ‘11 Degelman LR7645 land roller ‘11 Degelman RR1500 rock rake Degelman 320 rock digger ‘11 SB Select snowblowers, 97” & 108”, 3 pt.

Lucke 8’ snowblower, 3 pt.

NH TC29, MFD ......................................$7,995 JD 5403, MFD, 600 hrs. ......................$19,900 JD 4650, PS ..........................................$29,900 ‘77 JD 4630, PS....................................$15,900 JD 4620, w/cab, air ..............................$11,900 JD 4440, PS ..........................................$18,900 JD 4430, Quad, open station ..............$14,900 JD 4230, Quad......................................$14,900 (2) JD 4020, dls., PS ............................$12,900 IH 856, Custom ......................................$8,900 IH 1086 w/46” rubber ..........................$10,900 IH 1066, open station ..........................$12,900 IH 1026, Hydro ..........................................$AVE IH 460 & 560, gas ..........................from $3,000 JD Sound Guard Cabs................................Call Gehl 4635 Skid Steer, 6’ bucket ............$7,995

KIESTER IMPLEMENT, INC. 110 S. Main, P.O. Box 249 • Kiester, MN

507-294-3387 www.midwestfarmsales.com The Affordable Way To Tile Your Fields Building Quality Tile Plows Since 1983

Available in 3 Point Hitch And Pull Type Models

HAY & LIVESTOCK

MISCELLANEOUS

• Our Design Pulls Straight Through the Soil for Better Grade Control and Easier Pulling • Laser or GPS Receiver Mounts Standard on all Units • Installs Up To 8” Tile Up To 5 1/2 Ft. Deep

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USED EQUIPMENT NEW EQUIPMENT • Wilrich Quad X, 55’, rolling basket • JD 985, 55’, harrow • CIH TII, 45’, harrow • Hardi Com., 90’ • Hardi Nav. 1100, 90’ • Hardi Nav. 1100, 88’ • Hardi Nav. 950, 88’, (2) • Hardi Nav. 1000, 66’ • Top Air 800, 66’ • Amity 11’, 12-22 (2) USED EQUIPMENT • Amity 10’, 12-22 • Amity 11’, 8-22 • Westfield 10x60 hopper • Amity 10’, 8-22 • Wishek 862, 38’ disc • Amity 8-22, (3) • Wishek 862, 30’ disc (2) • Amity 6-22 • Pickett thinner, 24-22 • ‘11 Artsway 6812, 12-22 • Alloway 20’ shredder • ‘07 Artsway 6812, 12-22 • Wilrich 20’ shredder • ‘05 Artsway 6812, 12-22 • Balzer 20’ shredder • Artsway 898, 8-22, (2) • Killbros 1810 cart, tracks • Artsway 692, 8-22 • UTF 760 grain cart • Amity 12-22 topper St. Ft. • J&M 750 grain cart • Wilrich 957, 7-30 w/harrow • Alloway 12-22 topper St. Ft. • Alloway 12-22 folding • DMI 730B, 7-30 topper • Wilrich Quad X2, 60’, rolling • Alloway 9-22 topper basket • Wilrich Quad X, 60’, rolling • Alloway 8-22 topper basket • Agco-Challenger • Hardi Sprayers • REM Grain Vac • Woods Mowers • J&M Grain Carts • Westfield Augers • Sunflower Tillage • White Planters • Wilrich Tillage

O’Connell Farm Drainage Plows, Inc. Earlville, IA • Potosi, WI 53820

(563) 920-6304 www.farmdrainageplows.com

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IHC #475 tandem disk, 19.6' All kinds of New & Used farm equipment – disc chisw/hyd. wings, exc. cond. els, field cults, planters, 507-764-3609 soil finishers, cornheads, JD 21 Ft 9” #726 Late Model feed mills, discs, balers, Finisher (Heavier Shanks) haybines, etc. 507-438-9782 w/ Harrow, Shedded Real Nice. 45 Ft Mandako Land Disc chisels: JD 714 & 712, Roller (Floating Hitch) Glencoe 7400; Field Cults Heavy Duty Model Like under 30': JD 980, small New. 319-347-6677 Can Del grain carts & gravity boxes 300-400 bu. Finishers under JD 220, 20' disk, field ready; 20', clean 4 & 6R stalk chopJD 145, 3-16's SR plow; pers; Nice JD 215 & 216 18.4x34 band duals; 5T & 6T flex heads; JD 643 cornrunning gears; sprayer & heads Must be clean; JD fertilizer tanks, 500-1500 corn planters, 4-6-8 row. gal.; sm. 200 gal. field 715-299-4338 sprayers w/pumps; 200 bu. grav. boxes. 320-864-4583 or WANTED: Readi Haul or 320-779-4583 Maurer 5th wheel grain trailer suitable for behind 1 JD 630 disc, 26' w/ harrow, ton truck. 507-438-9623 $11,500/OBO. 14' Kewanee culti-mulcher, $2,200/OBO. 715-455-1485 or 715-948-2175 WANTED: Zetter markers for 12R30” White planter, Remlinger 12R Strip Till 320-275-3066 folding bar $10,000.

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Clara City, MN 56222 320-847-3218 www.wearda.com

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FOR SALE: '97 Rogator 854, Dairy quality western alfalSS tank, 60-90 booms, fa, big squares or small foamer, 460 Raven, new squares, delivered in semi pump, new boom controls, loads. Clint Haensel $45,000 OBO. 507-383-8030 (605) 310-6653 FOR SALE: 500 gal sprayer, Straw, Grass, Alfalfa, & 45' boom, hyd pump, $1,200.

Corn Stalks in Large 515-291-7721 Rounds & Large Squares, in net & plastic twine. DeFor Sale: Fast 80' 3 pt boom, livered in semi loads. Call 1800 AL pull tank, tall tires, Tim at 320-221-2085 450 Raven 20” nozzles Hyd pump. $10,000. 507-525-2270 WANTED AND FOR SALE ALL TYPES of hay & Top Air 1000 gal., pull-type straw. Also buying corn, sprayer, tandem axle, wheat & oats. Western Hay foamer, 60' hyd. boom, available Fox Valley Alfalvery nice, $3,900. 507-251fa Mill. 920-853-3554 1394 Wanted

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COMBINES

DMI Tigermate II, 44’, 4-bar CIH 9300, 9-shank - $22,500 Artsway 240, 8-30 shredder Artsway 180, 6-30 shredder

‘90 1660, 4258 hrs ‘98 2388, 3400 hrs ‘09 6088, 553 hrs ‘10 7088, 265 hrs ‘08 7010, 428 hrs PLANTERS ‘08 1200, 16-30 Pivot, bulk fill, ‘97-’05 1020, 25’ platforms IH 983, 8-30 - $5,950 2500 acres - $79,500 ‘07 1200, 16-30 Pivot, bulk fill CIH 1083, 8-30 - $8,950 CIH 2206, 6-30 - $72,500 ‘08 1250, 24-30, bulk fill, 3500 CIH 2208, 8-30 - $28,500 ‘08-’10 CIH 2608, 8-30 acres - $118,500 chopping head JD 1760, 12-30 - $34,500 Kinze 3200, 12-30, liquid fert ‘97 JD 893, 8-30 - $18,500 - $38,500

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Rogator 854, 90’ sprayer ..................$35,000 Wilrich Quad X, 60’, Nice ................$49,000 Wilrich 25’ & 35’ diggers....................$2,500 JD 750, 15’ no-till drill ......................$12,500 JD 750, 30’ no-tll drill ......................$21,000 IH 30’ digger w/IH harrow ..................$4,000 Airseeder, 40’ Horsch 1502..............$25,000 Airseeder, CIH SDX40 w/cart, low use ........................................................$69,000 JD 7000, 12R30 planter ......................$3,500 JD 7000, 12R30 planter, liq. fert.........$4,500 JD 9600 combine, new duals............$25,000 IH 460, 560, gas, WF..........................$2,000 IH M loader, new tires, Nice ................$2,750 IH 384 utility ........................................$5,000 IH 856..................................................$6,500 IH 1256 ................................................$7,500 IH 100 hydro........................................$8,500 IH 1086, rough....................................$3,750 JD 2510, gas, Nice ..............................$6,500 (2) JD 3020, gas, PS ..............$5,500/$6,000 ‘70 JD 3020, gas, late ........................$6,500 ‘72 JD 3020, syncro, diesel ..............$10,500 JD 2355, utility, diesel, 2200 hrs. ....$11,500 (2) JD 3020, PS....................$9,500/$17,500 JD 4020 w/Dual 3000 loader ..............$7,500 JD 4020 D, new clutch, synchro........$6,750 (4) JD 4020, PS, SC ..........$11,500-$15,500 JD 4440, PS ......................................$19,500 JD 4250, Quad, JD 4450, PS ..........$24,500 JD 4250, PS, FWA ............................$28,500 JD 4450, PS, FWA ............................$32,500 JD 4450, PS, FWA/JD 740 ldr. ..........$41,000 JD 4960, FWA, 18.4-42, Nice............$46,000

JD 4255, Quad, new engine ..............$37,500 Case 1370, white, excellent engine, doesn’t move........................................Offer NH BR 780A baler, net wrap..............$17,500 NH BR 780 baler, net wrap..................$9,500 JD 843 loader, Like New....................$12,500 JD 840 loader, JD 8000 mts. ..............$9,500 JD 720 loader ......................................$5,500 (2) JD 725 loaders ..................$6,500/$7,500 JD 740 loader, self leveling..................$8,500 JD 260 loader, grapple ........................$4,000 JD 741 loader, Sharp, hardly used ....$11,500 (2) JD 158, (3) JD 148 loader $2,500/$4,500 JD 146 loader, Clean............................$2,750 (2) IH 2350 loaders ................$3,000/$3,250 CIH 520 loader ....................................$3,750 Dual 345, (off IH 856) ........................$1,250 K5 loader, (off IH) ................................$1,250 Leon 1000 grapple, (off JD 8100) ......$5,500 Woods 3150 loader (off Case), Sharp $4,500 Farmhand F358 loader, (IH mts.)........$3,250 Miller PL-4 loader ..............................$3,500 Miller M12 ..........................................$1,500 New Box Scrapers, 10’/12’ ....$1,750/$1,850 New & Used Skidsteer Attachments ......Call Pallet Forks, Grapples, Rock Buckets ....Call New & Used Batco & Conveyall belt conveyors ..............................................Call Conveyall 1085 belt conveyor ............$4,900 Batco 1575, w/swing hopper ..............$5,900 8”, 10”, 13” Augers, various sizes ........Call (4) Gravity Boxes ......................$750/$4,000 Bobcat T300 skidsteer ......................$27,500

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WANTED: Kansun 10-25-215 Black Angus Yearling bulls: single phase dryer, must be Hamp, Duroc & Yorkshire good. 320-264-5172 Boars & Gilts Alfred Kemen 320-598-3790 Farm Services 045 FOR SALE: Registered Polled Hereford yearling Barn roofing, Hip or round bulls, big growthy & mostly roof barns & other buildAI sired, 8 to choose from. ings. Also, barn & quonset 651-438-3882 straightening. Kelling Silo www.reedstockfarm.net 1-800-355-2598

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'91 Patriot 66' booms, 9.5x42 1st Crop Mixed Hay. 4x5 Round Bales net wrapped. tires, $24,000. 320-366-3834 100 available. Take a few or 320-894-2594 or take all. Medford, WI. Call evenings (715)748-3380 Fast sprayer 7420, 1250 gal tank w/ 100 gal rinse tank, 80' boom, inductor, Raven Dairy Quality Alfalfa Monitor, fully hyd, hyd Tested big squares & round drive pump, used very litbales, delivered from South tle, always shedded. 507Dakota John Haensel (605) 370-2977 or 507-360-1480 351-5760

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USED EQUIPMENT FROM A NAME YOU CAN TRUST! ‘05 A-300, glass cab w/AC, 2-spd., 850 hrs. ..........................................$30,900 (2) ‘05 T-250, glass cab & heater, 1875 hrs. ........................................$29,500 ‘11 T-190, glass cab w/AC 565 hrs.....$35,900 ‘07 S-330, glass cab w/AC, 2-spd., 4000 hrs. ........................................$29,500 ‘08 S-300, glass cab w/AC, 3600 hrs. $29,900 ‘10 S-250, glass cab w/AC, ACS controls, 1800 hrs. ........................................$30,000 ‘01 873, glass cab w/AC, 4200 hrs. ....$18,000 ‘01 863, 1760 hrs...............................$15,000 ‘07 S-205, glass cab w/AC, 2-spd., 4250 hrs. ........................................$20,500 ‘09 S-205, glass cab w/AC, 2-spd., 2650 hrs. ........................................$23,900 (2) ‘08 S-185, glass cab w/AC, 2-spd., 1200 hrs. ......................Starting at $22,900 ‘10 S-175, glass cab & heater, 4000 hrs. ........................................................$18,950

‘04 S-160, glass cab & heater, 3650 hrs. ........................................$18,900 ‘04 S-130, glass cab & heater, 3200 hrs. ........................................$14,900 ‘01 753, glass cab & heater................$14,500 ‘84 743 ................................................$7,500 ‘84 642B, 1450 hrs...............................$8,900 ‘06 NH L-185, glass cab & heater, 1275 hrs. ........................................$22,900 (3) ‘08 NH L-175, glass cab w/AC, 1500 hrs. & Up..............Starting at $20,750 ‘03 NH LS-160, glass cab & heater ....$13,900 ‘08 JD 328, glass cab & heater, 2-spd., 4000 hrs. ........................................$21,750 ‘03 Cat 236B, glass cab w/AC, 4300 hrs. ........................................................$16,900 ‘09 Gehl 5240E, glass cab & heater, 1900 hrs. ........................................$17,900 ‘06 Gehl 4240E, glass cab & heater, 2375 hrs. ........................................$14,500 Berlon Silage Defacer ..........................$3,000

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Norwood Young America 952-467-2181 A family business since 1946 with the Lanos: Jack, Paul, Bob and Andy

USED TRACTORS ‘07 NH TG-245, MFD, 2100 hrs.................$108,900 ‘94 Ford 6640SLE, MFD, loader, 6000 hrs. $17,000 ‘78 Ford 4600, loader, 2398 hrs. ..................$9,250 ‘46 Oliver 70, Restored ................................$4,500 AC 7060 ..................................................Coming In ‘83 AC 6080, 4488 hrs. ................................$8,950 ‘64 IH 806, cab ............................................$5,750 ‘68 JD 3020, dsl., 1000 hrs. on eng. OH........$7,950 ‘76 JD 2640, 148 loader, 4000 hrs. ............$12,900 Zetor 8540, cab ..........................................$10,500

USED HAY EQUIPMENT

‘09 Wilrich XL2, 60’, 3 bar harrow w/rolling basket ......................................................$58,500 ‘98 JD 985, 49’, 3 bar harrow ....................$21,000 ‘96 JD 980, 44.5’, 3 bar harrow..................$18,500 ‘94 JD 980, 36.5’, 3 bar harrow..................$14,900 Brady 27’ cult., 3 bar harrow ........................$2,250 ‘07 Wilrich 957, 7-shank ripper, harrow ....$26,500 ‘03 DMI 730B, 7-shank disc ripper ............$19,900 ‘03 CIH 530B, 5-shank disc ripper ..............$17,750 Wilrich chisel, 17-shanks..............................$2,650 Kovar 30’ Multi Weeder, 400 gal. tank ..........$2,500 Case 25’ disk ................................................$8,000 JD 230 24’ disk ............................................$2,650

‘88 Hesston 8200, high contact rolls ..........$20,750 ‘99 C-IH DC-515, 15’ discbine....................$12,500 ‘07 NH 1441, 15’ discbine ..........................$22,600 ‘09 NH H7230, 10’ discbine ........................$17,900 ‘00 NH 1411, 10’ discbine ..........................$10,900 ‘98 NH 1465, 9’ haybine ..............................$9,780 ‘98 JD 1600A, 14’ MoCo ..............................$7,500 ‘98 JD 820, 9’ MoCo ....................................$5,750 ‘06 Hesston 1120, 9’ haybine ......................$7,950 Hesston 1091, 9’ haybine ............................$3,000 ‘87 Gehl 2170, 9’ haybine ............................$2,250 ‘84 Versatile 4814, 14’ haybine for 276/9030 ..................................................................$3,500 ‘08 NH BR-7080 round baler, netwrap & twine........................................................$21,900 ‘07 NH BR-780A round baler ......................$20,000 ‘05 NH BR-780 round baler ........................$16,500 ‘03 NH BR-780 round baler, netwrap ..........$20,900 ‘06 NH BR-750A round baler, netwrap ........$17,500 ‘78 NH 310 square baler w/70 thrower ........$2,950 JD 336 w/40 kicker ......................................$2,750 Hesston 4600 baler ......................................$4,000 ‘09 NH FP-240, 29P hay head, chopped hay only ..................................................$38,900 ‘88 NH 900, 900 W hay head, 824 cornhead ................................................................$12,500 NH 790 chopper, 2 row cornhead, hay head ..$7,500 NH F62B forage blower ................................$2,950

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USED COMBINES ‘89 Gleaner R-60, 2400 hrs. ......................$28,500 ‘80 NH TR-75, 4x30 cornhead ......................$7,250 ‘08 Gleaner 8200, 30’ flex header ..............$26,500

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Flexi Coil 2340 air cart ..............................$22,500

‘96 White 6700, 12x30, 3 pt., lift assist ......$13,500 ‘89 White 5100, 12x30 ................................$8,950 ‘00 Kinze 3700, 24 row, 20” spacings ........$56,000 ‘01 JD 1770, 16 row, 30” spacings, liquid fert. ................................................................$47,500

‘06 NH 185 spreader ....................................$9,000 ‘04 H&S 270 spreader ..................................$7,250 NI 3639 spreader ..........................................$5,500 ‘11 Meyers 190A spreader ..........................$6,750 ‘05 NH 3110 spreader ..................................$4,750

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8 Registered Yearling Hereford Bulls. Ready to go now. Out of heavy milking cows & top Hereford bulls. $1,950 each. (715) 308-1347 Lamb Brothers Always wanted a herd of registered Simmentals?

Selling as a group, 6 purebred heifers to calf end of April/first of May, along w/ the full blood Fleckviech sire of the calves. Call 715643-4074.

Widespread Farms.

Angus Yearling Bulls w/ exc performance records. Information on website.

Steve Schmalenberger 515-570-5215 centuryacresangus.com Beef Up your herd. Online bull sale. www.millrd.com or call 715-665-2605 Black Simmentals & Sim/Angus genetics, 2 yr. old & yearling bulls, polled, good disposition, exc. quality; also, 10-15 bred or open heifers, 40 years Simmental breeding.

Riverside Simmentals Cokato, MN 320-286-5805

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3 Reg. Jersey Bulls. Sires Calf Star Continuous Flow 15 Black & Black Baldie Young Cows to freshen Renegade, Legal Headline.

Pasturizer w/40 gal. cooling now. Good genetics, good 30,000+ lb. grand dams of tank & transportation wagmilkers.

715-785-7570 milk. 2 yr old Sultan bull. on. Call (715)495-1984 (608)845-9502, or Grazing Herd - Approx 50. 30 2 Yearling Red Angus Bulls.

608-516-5137 Springers, rest of herd conSelling at SCVBT Sale, firmed pregnant $1,550/ea.

40 Head Holstein Springers 6UWRF, Sat., April 21st.

(608)317-3583 or 8 mo. bred. All shots, can Calving ease & top perfor(608)457-2598 come & pick. Also, have mance. Tom Beyl Open Heifers for sale. Ref- WANTED TO BUY! USED 715-557-0762 erence Available.

BULK MILK COOLER 712-269-0874 or 608-963-5846 25 Limousin bulls, 2 yr. olds ALL SIZES 920-867-3048 & yearlings, low birth WANTED TO BUY: Dairy FOR SALE: Registered Holwgts., super growth. heifers and cows. 320-235stein bulls. Breeding age, John Goelz 507-557-8394 2664 high production, excellent Larry Goelz 507-825-5509 type. Call Ken Jackson at Cattle 056 (715)537-3432 6 Registered Yearling Hereford Heifers. In exc cond.

10 BIG Fall Born Reg. Polled Ready to breed now.

Hereford Heifers. Vaccinat$1,750/ea.

(715) 308-1347 ed, open & ready to breed Lamb Brothers now. 715-772-4680 or

Good selection of tractor parts - New & Used All kinds of hay equipment, haybines, balers, choppers parted out.

New combine belts for all makes.

Swather canvases, round baler belting, used & new tires.

Dexter cows, no calves.

920-684-1776 FOR SALE OR LEASE REGISTERED BLACK ANGUS Bulls, 2 year old & yearlings; bred heifers, calving ease, club calves & balance performance. Al sired. In herd improvement program. J.W. Riverview Angus Farm Glencoe, MN 55336 Conklin Dealer 320864-4625

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CAMBRIDGE, MN 763-689-1179 We Ship Daily Visa and MasterCard Accepted

~ NEW EQUIPMENT/BIG INVENTORY ~ Notch Equipment: • Rock Buckets • Grapple Forks • Manure Forks • Bale Spears • Hi-Volume Buckets & Pallet Forks • Bale Transports & Feeder Wagons, 16’-34’ • Adult & Young Stock Feeders & Bale Feeders • Land Levelers

Smidley Equipment: • Steer Stuffers • Hog Feeders • Hog Huts • Calf Creep Feeders • Lamb & Sheep Feeders • Cattle & Hog Waterers • Mini Scaler

Sioux Equipment: • Gates • Calving Pens • Haymax Bale Feeders • Cattle Panels • Feeders Panels • Head Gates • Hog Feeders • Squeeze Chutes & Tubs • Port-A-Hut Shelters (Many Sizes) • Bergman Cattle Feeders • Lorenz & Farm King Snowblowers • Mandako Land Rollers, 12’-60’ • GT (Tox-O-Wic) Grain Dryers, 350-800 bu.

• Sheep & Calf Feeders • Livestock Equipment by Vern’s Mfg. • Powder River Crowding Tub & Alley • Mister Squeeze Cattle Chutes & Hd. Gates • Garfield Earth Scrapers • Peck Grain Augers, 8” - 10” - 12” • Special Price • MDS Buckets for Loaders & Skidloaders • Powder River Livestock & Horse Equipment • Tire Scrapers for Skidsteers, 6’-9’

• Jari Sickle Mowers • Grasshopper Lawn Mowers - Special Price Now! • “Tire” feeders & waterers • MDS Roto King Round Bale Processor for skidsteers, tractors, loaders or telehandlers • Good Stock of parts for GT Tox-O-Wic Grain Dryers, Also, Some Used Parts • Sitrex Wheel Rakes - MX Model In Stock • Brillion Alfalfa & Grass Seeders • Bale Baskets • SI Feeders & Bunks • (Hayhopper) Bale Feeders • Enduraplas Bale Feeders, Panels & Tanks • E-Z Trail Wagons, Boxes & Grain Carts • Calftel Hutches & Animal Barns • R&C Poly Bale Feeders • Farm King Augers and Mowers • Corral Panels & Horse Stalls • EZ-Trail Head Movers & Bale Racks • Roda Mini-Spreaders • Amish Built Oak bunk feeders & bale racks • Walco log splitter • Goat & Sheep feeders

DR POWER EQUIPMENT ®

• Field & Brush Mowers • Roto-Hog Power Tillers • Stump Grinders • Log Splitters • Chippers • Power Graders • Power Wagons • Leaf & Lawn Vacuums • Versa-trailers

~ USED EQUIPMENT ~ • IHC 250 2-row corn planter w/fert., disk openers, markers & rubber press whl. (good for feed plots) • #206 Vermeer stump chipper, 16 hp. rebuilt engine • Aitchinson 7’ 3-pt. (grass farmer) inter-seeder • Kewanee rock flex disk, 141⁄2’ • 9’ 3 pt. Ford disk • 6’ Green chopper • IHC 500 plow disk, 12’ w/new front notch blades • H&S 9x16 bale rack w/JD wagon

• Gehl #312 Scavenger II spreader, 260 bu., VG • Steer Stuffer & Hog Feeders • 225 bu. Meyers poly board spreader w/endgate • 125 bu. 1-beater spreader WANTED TO BUY: • GT (Tox-o-wik) Grain Dryers • 4 & 6 Row Stalk Choppers • Earth Scrapers • Steer Stuffer • Rock Picker

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Office Location - 305 Bluff Street Hutchinson, MN 55350

320-587-2162, Ask for Larry

FOR SALE OR LEASE: Purebred Registered Charolais bulls, Heifers & Cows. Great bloodlines, exc performance, balanced EPD's, low birth weights.

Delivery available.

Laumann Charolais.

Mayer MN 612-490-2254 FOR SALE: 50 years in the Charolais seed stock business, performance tested Charolais bulls for sale, polled, easy calving w/ exc dispositions. Put more profit in your pocket w/ a Charolais bull. Wakefield Farms 507-402-4640 FOR SALE: Angus Bulls.

Stout, heavy muscled bulls w/exc. performance genetics. Semen tested. Sullivan Angus, Kellogg, MN. 507-767-3361 FOR SALE: Hereford bulls, great disposition, semen tested, exc EPDs, get them baldy calves & top the sale.

507-215-1037 or 507-825-2383 FOR SALE: Polled Hereford Bulls 5 yr & 1 yr old. Call 608-742-2832 FOR SALE: Pure bred Black Angus bulls, Long Yearlings & 2 yr olds, great EPD's. John 507-327-0932 or Brian 507-340-9255 JRC Angus – LeCenter, MN FOR SALE: Registered purebred Simmental Bull, Black, 1 yr old. Calving ease, very docile, halter broke, Dam out of Triple C herd. Must see!

Call 715-377-2971

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FOR SALE: Red & Black Angus & Black Simmentals, Yearlings & 2 yr old bulls. 507-724-2211 FOR SALE: Shorthorn cattle (weaned heifer calves w/ papers, $1200/ea, bull calves w/ papers, $1,100/ea).

320-510-1123 Holstein steers, 275#, $1.50/lb.

275# Beef calves, 450# Holsteins. W585 Granton Rd., Chili, WI 54420.

Reg. Highland Cows. Bred to Angus, due this Spring.

715-532-7501, evenings Reg. Polled Hereford Cows w/Calves, bred heifer.

715-597-5004 Registered Texas Longhorn breeding stock, cows, heifers or roping stock, top blood lines. 507-235-3467 Registered Yearling Polled Hereford bulls for sale. Exc disposition, halter broke, Will semen test. Delivery avail. Klages Herefords Ortonville MN 320-273-2163 Shorthorn & Shorthorn Cross Cows w/ Calves, yearling heifers, yearling bull.

715-828-7271 WANT TO BUY: Butcher cows, bulls, fats & walkable cripples; also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664 057

Reg. Dunn Quarter Horse Gelding. 10 yrs old, smooth & calm. $4,000. 608-343-8972 Sheep

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300 ewe lambs from OPP tested negative flock. 605997-2060 or 605-864-8811 FOR SALE: 1 Suffolk Buck $300. 608-295-4843 FOR SALE: 12 Suffolk/Hamp cross ewes, 2 & 3 yrs old, exc quality, also large framed ram. 320-239-2757 FOR SALE: Flock of 4 registered Hampshire ewes & 5 lambs. Great 4-H project, 1 Grand Champion breeding sheep at Waseca County Fair for 9 yrs. 507-456-1846 Swine

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Show Pigs Duroc-HampsYorks Crosses. Sires from top cut. Cains & NIBS. Owen Genetics. Durand, WI 715-672-5717

4WD TRACTORS (W)’11 JD 9630, Lease Return ......................................$279,000 (O)’11 JD 9630, Lease Return ........................................$279,900 (O)’11 JD 9630, Lease Return ........................................$279,900 (B)’11 JD 9630, 285 hrs., Lease Return ........................$279,900 (O)’11 JD 9530, 207 hrs., Lease Return ........................$264,900 (O)’10 JD 9630, 810 hrs., Extended Warranty ................$255,900 (O)’04 JD 9620, 5630 hrs. ..............................................$137,900 (H)’97 JD 9300, 4343 hrs. ................................................$99,900

TRACK TRACTORS (B)’09 JD 9530T, 1556 hrs. ............................................$259,900 (O)’11 JD 8310T, 300 hrs., 25” tracks ............................$233,900 (O)’11 JD 8310T, 400 hrs., 18” tracks ............................$226,900 (B)’07 JD 9620T, 2283 hrs. ............................................$209,900 (O)’00 JD 9400T, 6150 hrs., 36” tracks ..........................$109,000

ROW CROP TRACTORS (O)’04 Case IH MX285, 1183 hrs. ..................................$130,900 (B)’89 JD 4755, 9781 hrs. ................................................$49,900 (B) ‘01 NH TM165, 10,136 hrs., MFWD............................$37,900 (H)’76 JD 4430, Quad ......................................................$14,500 (W)IH 560, loader, diesel ....................................................$5,495

COMBINES (W)’10 JD 9870, 295 sep. hrs., PRWD ..........................$325,000 (O)’11 JD 9870, 1467 sep. hrs. ......................................$314,900 (O)’11 JD 9870, 261 sep. hrs. ........................................$297,500 (O)’11 JD 9770, 256 sep. hrs. ........................................$268,900 (H)’10 JD 9870, 559 sep. hrs. ........................................$259,900 (H)’09 JD 9870, 490 sep. hrs. ........................................$257,900 (O)’10 JD 9530, 577 hrs ................................................$254,900 (H)’10 JD 9770, 405 sep. hrs. ........................................$239,900 (H)’10 JD 9770, 552 sep. hrs. ........................................$233,500 (O)’10 JD 9570, 419 sep. hrs., duals..............................$206,000 (O)’09 JD 9670, 990 sep. hrs., auto trac ready ..............$199,000 (H)’08 JD 9570, 475 sep. hrs., duals..............................$198,900 (O)’08 JD 9570, 418 sep. hrs. ........................................$196,000 (B)’08 JD 9770, 1011 sep. hrs. ......................................$188,000 (O)’07 JD 9660, 1032 sep. hrs. ......................................$179,900 (O)’07 JD 9660, 1185 sep. hrs., duals............................$164,900 (H)’04 JD 9560, 1200 sep. hrs., duals............................$153,900 (B)’04 JD 9560SH, walker, 1525 sep. hrs.......................$139,900 (H)’04 JD 9860, 2121 sep. hrs. ......................................$136,900 (W)’01 JD 9650, 2932 sep. hrs., PRWD ..........................$99,500 (O)’01 JD 9550, 3433 hrs, walker ....................................$86,900 (H)’98 JD 9510, 2284 sep. hrs., PRWD............................$79,900 (H)’95 JD 9500, 1851 sep. hrs., duals..............................$53,900 (H)’96 JD 9500, 2100 sep. hrs. ........................................$45,000 (O)CIH 1660, 3800 hrs ....................................................$36,500 (B)’83 JD 6620SH, sidehill, 3700 hrs. ..............................$15,900 (B)’79 JD 6620 ................................................................$15,900 (H)’80 JD 7220, 4365 hrs. ................................................$11,900

‘06 JD CT332, 950 hrs. ........................................$39,900

‘04 Case IH MX285, 1183 hrs. ......................$130,900

(H)’79 JD 7720 ................................................................$11,900 (O)’05 Hardi CM1500, 90’ boom ......................................$23,900 (B)’81 JD 7720, 4590 hrs. ..................................................$9,900 (O)Sprayer Specialties, 110 gal., 80’ boom ......................$21,500 (B)MF 550, 2 heads, diesel ................................................$6,995 (W)Hardi NP1100, 90’ boom ............................................$20,900 (O)Spraymaster, 1100 gal., 80’ boom ..............................$18,500 (B)’05 JD 2210, 36.5’........................................................$37,900 (H)Top Air 1000, 60’ boom ................................................$6,500 (B)’05 JD 2210, 36.5’........................................................$37,900 (O)Wilrich Quad 5, 42’ ......................................................$35,900 (B)’06 JD 1770NT, 16R30” ......................................................Call (B)’03 JD 2200, 38.5’........................................................$33,900 (B)’96 JD 1770, 16R30” ..........................................................Call (W)’03 JD 2200, 34.5’ ......................................................$32,900 (H)’10 JD 1990, 40’, 15” spacing, CCS ............................$84,500 (H)’90 JD 630, 30’ disk ....................................................$27,500 (B)CIH 1200, Bauer Built bar, 36R20” ..............................$79,900 (O)’94 JD 980, 44.5’ ........................................................$18,500 (H)’03 JD 1790, 16/31 row ..............................................$79,500 (H)’98 JD 980, 36.5’ ........................................................$17,900 (B)’05 JD 1770NT, 12R30” ..............................................$54,900 (B)’07 Nitro, 62.5’ tool bar................................................$17,875 (O)’97 JD 1780, 24R20” ..................................................$48,500 (H)’96 JD 980, 38.5’ ........................................................$16,900 (B)’02 JD 1560, 15’ no till ................................................$24,900 (B)’94 JD 980, 39.5’..........................................................$16,900 (O)Case 4300, 54.5’ ..........................................................$13,950 (B)’07 JD 568, surface wrap ............................................$29,900 (H)’92 JD 960, 35.5’ ..........................................................$5,795 (H)’08 JD 468, silage special, 6800 bales ........................$25,900 (H)JD 960, 36.5’ ................................................................$4,950 (B)’05 JD 956, 14’6” center pivot ....................................$19,900 (H)JD 960, 30.5’ ................................................................$3,595 (W)’02 JD 567, surface wrap............................................$19,900 (B)Hiniker 35’ cultivator ......................................................$2,900 (B)’08 NH BR7090, twine only..........................................$19,900 (B)JD 1000, 32.5’ ..............................................................$2,795 (B)’05 NH 1431, 13’..........................................................$19,900 (B)’03 JD 467, cover edge ................................................$16,500 (B)’11 JD 855 XUV diesel, Lease Return ..........................$11,900 (B)NH 499, 12’ center pivot ..............................................$11,900 (B)’10 JD 850 XUV diesel, loaded, camo ..........................$10,900 (H)’04 JD 275, 9’ disc mower ............................................$7,295 (O)’10 JD 620I XUV, 83 hrs., loaded ................................$10,700 (B)’98 NH 664, 2200 lb. bale ..............................................$6,995 (B)’10 JD 620I XUV, 117 hrs., loaded ..............................$10,500 (B)’92 JD 1600, center pivot, MoCo ..................................$5,900 (O)’09 JD 620I XUV, 60 hrs., loaded ................................$10,200 (B)JD 1219 MoCo ..............................................................$4,995 (B)’11 JD 625I, 219 hrs., loaded ......................................$10,200 (B)NI 5408 disc mower ......................................................$3,995 (W)’09 JD 620I XUV, 270 hrs., loaded................................$9,750 (B)NH 278 square baler ......................................................$3,500 (H)’10 JD 620I XUV, 1500 hrs., cab....................................$9,500 (B)Meyer throw wagon ................................................2@ $1,995 (B)’08 JD 620I XUV, 226 hrs., loaded ................................$9,500 (B)JD 100 forage blower ....................................................$1,595 (O)’08 JD 620I XUV, 257 hrs., loaded ................................$9,500 (O)’10 JD 620I XUV, 454 hrs., loaded ................................$9,350 (W)’06 JD CT332, 943 hrs., tracks ..................................$39,900 (O)’07 JD HPX, 4x4, 204 hrs. ............................................$7,800 (B)’08 JD CT332, 1496 hrs., tracks ................................$37,900 (O)’08 Kawasaki Brute 750 ATV, 47 hrs. ............................$6,250 (W)’08 JD 332, 1200 hrs., cab/heat/AC ............................$34,900 (B)Cub Cadet Big Country 4x2, 439 hrs. ............................$4,500 (O)’10 JD 326D, 625 hrs., EH joystick ..............................$29,900 (B)’07 Yamaha 660 ATV, 2694 mi. ......................................$4,250 (B)’97 AVS, MD70, 1728 hrs., tracks................................$23,900 (O)’02 JD 4x2, 1497 hrs. ....................................................$2,495 (W)’05 JD 328, 3200 hrs., cab/heat/AC ............................$21,900 (B)’06 JD 328, 4100 hrs., 2-spd., cab ..............................$19,900 (O)’10 JD 4930, 1010 hrs., 120’ boom ..........................$235,900 (O)’04 JD 260, 4600 hrs., cab/heat/AC ............................$16,900 (O)’10 JD 4930, 1330 hrs., 120’ boom ..........................$228,500 (B)’96 Gehl 6625SX, 72” bucket ......................................$12,500 (O)’11 JD 4730, 155 hrs., 100’ boom ............................$203,500 (W)’01 JD 240, 3900 hrs. ................................................$11,900 (O)’09 JD 4930, 2213 hrs., 120’ boom ..........................$199,750 (B)’75 Hydra Mac, 3100 hrs., gas ......................................$6,500 (O)’09 JD 4930, 1619 hrs., 90’ boom ............................$189,500 (O)’10 JD 4730, 1032 hrs., 90’ boom ............................$181,500 (B)JD 845, 16R30” ............................................................$4,950 (O)’07 AgChem 1074, 1700 hrs., 100’ boom..................$154,900 (B)White 378, 12R30” ........................................................$2,495 (B)’07 JD 4720, 1305 hrs., 90’ boom ............................$149,900 (B)Glencoe 12R30” ............................................................$1,995 (O)’04 Willmar 8650, 1200 gal., 90’ boom ......................$74,900 (B)Royal 4 row 30/36 ............................................................$250 (O)’99 JD 4700, 3525 hrs., 90’ boom ..............................$74,900 (O)’99 Ag-Chem 854, 3190 hrs., 90’ boom ......................$43,900

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4 RED & BLUE HEELER PUPPIES FOR SALE. $50. '09 Chevy Silverado 1500LT, blue/blk, Z71, Chevy certiCall 715-288-6434 fied, 42K miles, $24,000.

712-325-1062 Born 1-28-2012, English Shepherd Pups, Sweet tem- '92 Fontaine 48x102 spread pered, papered parents,1 axle, combo flatbed air female 3 males, 715-263-4443 ride, $4,850. '86 East 45x102 ask for Val. http://pogueenspread axle, alum, air ride, lishshepherd.webs.com $4,600. '93 Merritt hopper bottom, air ride, new tires, brakes & doors, $13,800. '05 Livestock Equip 075 Wilson hopper bottom, DW500, $23,500.

5 rolls of 40'' high x 330' long (608)489-4180 field netting. 3 roll 48" High x 330' long field netting. All Add a Duncan Trailers lift are new but stored outside. kit to your hopper & 715-671-3142 achieve a 20 hopper hgt.

Kits available for $650 or FOR SALE: Rotogrind tub we can install for you for grinder, 1000 RPM, $5,000. $1,350. Call Roger at 320507-920-9990 392-5361 or 320-212-5220

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(5) = GLENWOOD 320-634-5151 888-799-1495 1710 N. FRANKLIN GLENWOOD, MN 55334

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‘11 New Holland T8020, MFWD, 480/80R46 duals, 5 remotes, front & rear wgts., high flow hyds., guidance ready, 1000 PTO only, 840 hrs., Warranty ‘till 11-29-12, Power Train Warranty ‘till 11-14 ................................................$124,000 ‘11 Case 580SN tractor loader backhoe, extendahoe, 4WD, cab, air, ride control, Case controls, 330 hrs. ......................................$74,000 ‘03 John Deere 8420, MFWD, 18.4R46 duals, 4 remotes, front & rear wgts., new rear inside tires, 5920 hrs., just through service program ..................................................................$99,500 ‘08 Case IH Steiger 385, PS, 710/70R38 duals, 1200 hrs. ................................................$162,500 ‘09 New Holland BB9060 big square baler, tandem axle, no cutter, Phiber AC3104 3-bale accumulator, also has roller chute, 11,400 bales ..................................................................$58,500 ‘10 John Deere 9770STS combine, CM, chopper, 800/70R38 single tires, 673 sep. hrs., just through service program..................$179,500 ‘06 Sullair 185 CFM portable air compressor, JD dsl., 2194 hrs. ........................................$6,500

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SALE: Electrical '97 F250 4x4, 7.3 power FOR parts. All square D Equipstroke, crew cab. $4,000. ment.

Breaker panels-3 608-343-8972 phase; various amps, 3 FOR SALE: '99 Western phase, 240 volt disconnects Star 5964SS semi tractor, w/ fuses & circuit breakers, 12.7 ltr Detroit, 500hp, 3 phase fuse blocks, & other 10spd, 1.1Mil miles, 74” misc equip. Call or email sleeper, $13,000. Email for complete list. Everypam.harbarth@hotmail.com thing 25% of new price or 507-327-3506 make offer. 320-760-2987 or Fully enclosed 12' trailer, giesefarms@runestone.net drop down ramp door, near new tires, $2,500.

GENERATORS: 15kW712-297-7951 500kW PTO & automatic gen sets, new & used. Low time hospital take-outs.

Recreational Vehicles 085 Standby Power-Windom th For Sale:2007 Montana 5 Serving farmers since 1975 wheel, 3475RL, very good 800-419-9806 9-5 Mon-Sat condition.

Three slides, queen bed, fireplace, many ONAN ENGINES 25 hp refeatures. Luverne, MN built engine for skid loader; 507-220-3227 rebuilt Onan engines 16 to 20 hp for JD garden tracMiscellaneous 090 tors and others. Prices start at $1095.00 exchange.

BAT PROBLEMS? BCM, Inc 763-755-0034 20% Off Any Written Estimate WI Bat Specialists, Inc. Since 1979.

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HANCOCK, MN ‘95 Ravens, 48/96, All Aluminum, SPAX/AR..........................$10,000 Custom Haysides 3’-6’ Custom Extensions to fit any trailer back ..........................$350 Standard..............................$1,250 NEW Tip-In Tip-Out..............$1,750

END DUMPS ‘04 Mac, 32’, 72” sides, new cyl., brakes & lights, 50% tires ........................................$27,900

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‘92 Trailmobile, 48x96, SX/AR ........................................$16,500 DAY CAB TRUCKS ‘87 Transcraft, 48/96, SPAX/AR, ‘90 Int’l 9400, 196” WB, AR ..................................$11,500 22.5 tires, new brakes, paint & lights ..............................$16,500 ‘04 Freightliner, CL12042ST Engineered Beavertail for Century Class, 350K, 350 Drop Deck ........Installed $5,500 Mercedes, 10-spd., 3.70 ratio, SX ..................................$21,500 ..................Unassembled $3,500 or w/Twin Screw ............$25,500 VAN TRAILERS ‘02 Freightliner, CL12064ST, Good Selection (over 30) of Van Trailers ‘95-’01, 48/102-53/102, 410 hp. Cummins, 10-spd., great for water storage or over 800K, 3.90 ratio, 230” WB, New Rods & Main, New Recaps, the road hauling ..$4,000-$8,250 48” Flattop......................$20,500 48’ & 53’ Van Trailers to rent. – $135.00 per month plus tax.

FLATBEDS $1.50/mile for pickup & delivery ‘79 Ravens, 45/96, Winch Rail MISCELLANEOUS w/winches, SX/AR ............$7,250 ‘97 Wilson 48/102, All Aluminum, Axles & Suspensions Spread Axle, AR ..............$10,000 For Trailers........$1,000 AR/Axle, ‘74 Fontaine, 40’ ................$4,750 ..............................$500 SR/Axle ‘77 Wilcox, 42’, New Paint, 1/4” Plastic Liner, Floor & Lights, 80% Tires & 10’ Wide ......................$27.50/Ft. Brakes ..............................$5,500 Rims - 22.5 & 24.5 steel & ‘95 Utility Curtainside, 48/102, aluminum ..$60/steel or $175/AL steel trailer w/wood floor, Air Compressor, Ingersoll Rand sandblasted, new paint ....$8,500 185, John Deere engine, ‘99 Transcraft, 48/102, 3200 hrs. ..........................$5,500 AL Combo ........................$9,250 • All Trailers DOTable •

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HOPPERS ‘87 Cornhusker, 42’, 20” hopper height, new brakes/tarp, 80% tires ................................$12,900 (2) ‘90 Timpte, elec. tarp, 80% tires/brakes, Al wheels, Clean ..............................$15,900 ‘92 Wilson, 41’ AL hopper, roll tarp, 80% tires/brakes, 20” hopper height ..........$15,900 Lift Kits - adds 20” to hopper height ................Kit $650 ..........................Installed $1,350

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TRACTORS-4WD SE ‘09 JD 9630T, 1303 HRS., 36” TRACKS, HID LIGHTS ..............................................................................$278,500 BL ‘08 CIH 435QT, 2100 HRS., PTO..............................$212,000 BL ‘06 JD 9620T, 2350 HRS., 36” TRACKS, 4 REMOTES ............................................................................COMING IN SE ‘97 CIH 9390, 4394 HRS., REMAN, 24-SPD. ............$95,000 BL ‘97 CAT CHALLENGER 55, 6865 HRS., 17” TRACKS ................................................................................$69,950 BL ‘91 CIH 9230, 6928 HRS., 3 PT., PTO, PS..................$55,950 SL ‘86 VERSATILE 836, 5750 HRS., PTO........................$32,000 SE ‘81 IH 6588, 5295 HRS., 18.4X38 DUALS ................$16,900

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BL ‘04 CIH 8010, 2451 ENG. HRS., 20.8X42 DUALS, HID LIGHTS....................................................................$179,950 SL ‘98 CIH 2366, 2200R HRS., SINGLES, FT, YM ..........$85,500 BL ‘81 IH 1440, 3881 ENG. HRS., CHOPPER....................$9,950

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‘11 CIH MAGNUM 340, 950 HRS., SS CAB AXLE ....$205,000 ‘08 CIH MXM125, ROPS, MILLER LOADER................$52,500 BL ‘86 CIH 3394, 5357 HRS., 18.4X42 DUALS ..............$29,750 SE ‘94 ALLIS 6690, 3764 HRS., LOADER, 3 REMOTES ..$19,950 BL TRACTORS-2WD SE ‘04 JX85, 400 HRS., LOADER W/JOYSTICK ..............$26,500 SE ‘82 IH 5488, 6900 HRS.............................................$22,500 ‘77 IH 1586, 7368 HRS., 20.8X38 ............................$14,950 ‘79 IH 1086, 7889 HRS., 18.4X38 ............................$11,850 SE ‘69 IH 856, 4800 HRS., MILLER LOADER..................$11,500 SE ‘74 IH 966, FRESH ENG. OH, DUALS ..........................$9,750 SE ‘81 ALLIS 7020, 7232 HRS., 18.4X38 DUALS ............$9,250 BL ALLIS CHALMERS 185, DSL., CAB, LOADER ..............$8,500 BL

22 GPM PTO PUMPS, TAKE OFFS – CALL ‘08 CIH 1250, 24X30, BULK FILL..........................COMING IN ‘07 CIH 1250, 24X30, ON ROW HOPPERS, PRO 600 ................................................................................$81,995 ‘02 KINZE, 16X31, INTERPLANT ..............................$64,850 ‘96 CIH 950, 12X30”, LIQUID FERT., EARLY RISER MONITOR ..................................................................$16,500 ‘96 CIH 950, 12X30, SEMI MOUNT, EARLY RISER MONITOR ..................................................................$13,500 ‘92 CIH 900, 12X30, PULL TYPE ..............................$13,900 ‘91 CIH 900, 12X30, TRASH W, EARLY RISER MONITOR ................................................................................$12,000 ‘90 CIH 900, 12X30 ....................................................$8,989 CIH 900, 8R30”, PULL TYPE, LIQUID FERT. ................$6,900 CIH 800, 6R30”, PULL TYPE, NICE ..............................$5,500

BL SL FALL TILLAGE BL ‘10 CIH 870, 11-SHANK, DISK LEVER ..................COMING IN SE ‘10 CIH 870, 9-SHANK, DISK LEVER ........................$48,500 BL ‘09 JD 2700, 9-SHANK, 24” SPACING ......................$38,850 SE ‘07 JD 2700, 5-SHANK ............................................$27,500 BL ‘03 JD 2700, 9-SHANK, CUSHION BLADES, COVING SL BOARDS....................................................................$27,900 BL ‘66 IH 806, DUAL PTO, 18.4X34..................................$6,350 SE ‘66 IH 706, GAS, LOADER ..........................................$4,500 SE ‘04 JD 2700, 7-SHANK, 30” SPACING ......................$24,500 SE ‘53 OLIVER 77, BELLY MOWER ..................................$2,500 BL ‘99 CIH 730B, INDIVIDUAL CUSHION GANG, (NO LEADS) ................................................................................$23,795 FIELD CULTIVATORS BL ‘01 WILRICH 957, 7-SHANK, BIG COIL TINE LEVER SE ‘07 JD 2210, 47.5’, 4-BAR, 7” SWEEPS ..................$53,500 ................................................................................$22,950 SE ‘08 JD 2210, 45.5’, 4-BAR, 7” SWEEPS ..................$47,200 SE ‘00 DMI 730B, BLUE, LEADS AND MAINS ................$21,500 BL ‘02 JD 2200, 56.5’, 200 LB. SHANK, 3-BAR ............$38,900 BL ‘97 DMI 730B, BLUE, 10” MAINS, 2” LEADS ............$18,750 SE ‘01, DMI, 44.5’, TIGERMATE II, PIVOT GAUGE WHEELS, SE ‘99 CIH 727, 7-SHANK, 24” SPACING ..................COMING IN 4-BAR ......................................................................$36,500 BL JD 510, 7-SHANK, DISC RIPPER ..............................$13,900 SE WILRICH QUAD X, 45’, 4-BAR HARROW ..................$34,500 BL ‘05 WILRICH 357, 7-SHANK 3-PT. MOUNTED RIPPER BL ‘98 DMI, 50.5’, TIGERMATE II, 7” SWEEPS, 3-BAR ..................................................................................$7,900 HARROW ..................................................................$29,000 BL DMI COULTER CHAMP, 11-SHANK, 4” TWISTED SE ‘98 DMI 50.5’, TIGERMATE II, 7” SWEEPS, 3-BAR SHOVELS ....................................................................$4,950 HARROW ..................................................................$29,000 BL TEBBEN 7-SHANK MOUNT RIPPER ............................$3,500 BL ‘98 JD, 38’, SINGLE POINT DEPTH CONTROL ..........$14,250 STALK CHOPPERS SE ‘95 DMI TIGERMATE, 47.5’, 3-BAR HARROW............$12,750 SE ‘90 CIH 4900, 47.5', 7" SWEEPS, 3-BAR HARROW ..$10,500 SE ‘06 WOODS, 15’ PULL TYPE......................................$13,750 SE CIH 4900, 52.5’ ..........................................................$8,450 BL ALLOWAY, 20’ MOUNTED, 4-GAUGE WHEELS ............$8,950 SE CIH 4900, 52.5’ ..........................................................$8,500 BL LOFTNESS 240, 20’ MONTED, 2-CASTER WHEELS ....$5,875 SE ‘94 CIH 4900, 41', 3-BAR HARROW............................$7,900 BL ‘96 BALZER 2000, 20’ PULL TYPE ..............................$5,900 SE JD 960, 37’, 3-BAR HARROW ....................................$4,950 SE ‘85 JD 27, 15’ L KNIVES ............................................$5,350

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SE BLUMHARDT, 1000 GAL., 88’-90’ BOOM, RAVEN ....$8,500 BL ‘02 CIH 1020, 30', 1.5" SICKLE, FT ..........................$14,900 SE ‘95 FLEX-COIL 650, 3-SECTION BOOM ......................$5,850 BL ‘90 CIH 1020, 25’, 3” SICKLE, ROCK GUARD ............$11,950 SE AG-CHEM, 750 GAL., 60’ BOOM, HYD. PUMP ............$4,950 BL ‘97 CIH 1020, 30', FIELD TRACKER ............................$9,950 BL ‘97 CIH 1020, 30’, 3” SICKLE, ROCK GUARD ..............$9,000 SKID-LOADERS BL ‘88 CIH 1020, 30’, 1.5” SICKLE, JOHNSON ROCK GUARD CASE SKID-LOADERS ..................................................................................$6,000 SE ‘10 CASE 420, S3, 750 HRS., 2-SPD. ......................$27,900 SE ‘87 CIH 1020, 25’, 1.5” SICKLE, ROCK GUARD ..........$5,750 SE ‘10 CASE 430, S3, 2469 HRS., CAB, HEAT & AC, SE ‘87 CIH 1020, 30’, 3” SICKLE, HYD. FORE & AFT........$4,950 2-SPD. ......................................................................$26,500 BL ‘89 CIH 1020, 22.5’, 3” SICKLE, ROCK GUARD ..........$4,500 SE ‘07 CASE 420CT, 907 HRS. ......................................$26,500 SE ‘91 CIH 1020, 30’ FT, HYD. FORE & AFT ....................$4,250 SE ‘06 CASE 410, 2345 HRS., NEW REMAN ENGINE ....$22,500 CORN HEADS SE ‘07 CASE 430, 2005 HRS. ........................................$21,750 SE ‘07 CASE 420, 1825 HRS. ........................................$18,850 BL ‘09 CIH 2608, 8R30”, FT & AHHC, HYD. DECK PLATES ................................................................................$66,550 SE ‘05 CASE 420, 3846 HRS., CAB & HEAT ..................$17,650 BL ‘07 CIH 2412, 12R30”, FT, HYD. STRIP. PLATES ......$58,500 BOBCAT SKID-LOADERS BL ‘07 CIH 2208, 8R30” ................................................$38,000 SE ‘11 BOBCAT S205, 212 HRS., CAB, HEAT/AC, QUICK TACH..............................................................$30,900 BL ‘05 CIH 2208, 8R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES, AHHC ....$35,500 SL ‘09 BOBCAT 5205, 1700 HRS...............................COMING IN BL ‘05 CIH 2208, 8R30", HYD. STRIP. PLATES, AHHC ....$32,900 SL ‘08 BOBCAT S205, 2800 HRS., CAB, HEAT, AC ....COMING IN SE ‘05 CIH 2208, 8R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES, AHHC ....$32,850 SL ‘07 BOBCAT S300, 2700 HRS., 2-SPD., HEAT, AC COMING IN SE ‘04 CIH 2208, 8R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES, AHHC ....$33,900 SL ‘04 BOBCAT S185, 4900 HRS., HEAT, AC ............COMING IN SE ‘04 CIH 2208, 8R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES ..............$33,900 SL ‘08 BOBCAT S150, 3800 HRS., CAB, HEAT ..............$18,150 BL ‘03 CIH 2208, 8R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES, AHHC ....$29,975 SL ‘01 BOBCAT 773T, 4518 HRS., CAB, HEAT, AC ..........$13,500 SE ‘06 CIH 2206, 6R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES ..............$28,500 SL ‘94 BOBCAT 753L ......................................................$8,500 SE ‘04 CIH 2206, 6R30”, HYD. STRIP. PLATES ..............$25,500 SL ‘84 BOBCAT 642 ........................................................$6,500 SE ‘98 CIH 1083, 8R30”, POLY, TALL CORN SHIELD ......$14,900 SL ‘90 BOBCAT 542B, 1684 HRS. ....................................$6,000 SE ‘99 CIH 1083, 8R30”, POLY, TALL CORN SHIELD..COMING IN SL ‘78 BOBCAT 632 ........................................................$5,500 BL ‘91 CIH 1083 ............................................................$11,500 BL ‘91 CIH........................................................................$9,950 COMBINES BL CIH 1083 ..............................................................$8,950 SE ‘09 CIH 9120, 840 ENG. HRS., TRACKS, RWA, SE ‘89 CIH 1063, STRAIGHT TIN, TALL CORN SHIELDS, LOADED ..................................................................$319,900 PAINTED ....................................................................$8,250 SE ‘09 CIH 9120, 1100 ENG. HRS., TRACKS, RWA, AUTO GUIDE EQUIPMENT LOADED ..................................................................$289,500 BL ‘10 CIH 7088, 455 ENG. HRS., RWA, LOADED ........$269,900 SE NEW PRO 600 TAKE OFF ..............................................CALL SE = Sleepy Eye BL = Bingham Lake SE ‘08 CIH 7010, 808 ENG HRS., 20.8X42 DUALS ......$217,500 SE NEW PRO 600 TAKE OFF ..............................................CALL SL = Slayton SE NEW PRO 600, DEMO UNIT ..........................................CALL SE ‘07 CIH 8010, 1668 ENG. HRS., 20.8X42 DUALS, RWA........................................................................$206,500 SE NEW PRO 700 TAKE OFF W/ARM REST MOUNT FOR TIER 4............................................................................CALL BL ‘07 CIH 7010, 1593 ENG. HRS., 20.8X42 DUALS, AFX ROTOR ............................................................$199,850 SE NEW PRO 700 TAKE OFF W/ARM REST MOUNT FOR TIER 4............................................................................CALL SL ‘02 CIH 2388, 1536R HRS., DUALS, FT, RT ..........COMING IN

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100-Mile Garage Sale Through May 6 Lake City, Minn.

Shop 100 miles of garage sales around Lake Pepin along the Minnesota and Wisconsin border; community maps available through the Lake City Chamber of Commerce. www.lakecity.org — (651) 345-4123 Grandpa’s Barn Boutique Sale Through May 13 Wabasha, Minn.

Handcrafted and carefully selected items for your home, garden and gift giving.

Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber, www.wabashamn.org — (651) 565-4158

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Spring on the Farm May 12 Eidem Homestead, Brooklyn Park, Minn.

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Pony rides, gardening, treats from the wood burning stove, touch a tractor, baby farm animals, name the cow contest.

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Welcome to summer Fill this summer with the down-home goodness and the fun of town celebrations and festivals. Chances are you won’t have to travel too far to get a unique take on life.

Taking a trip down the road can be a cheap alternative to taking that big family vacation this summer, and you’ll get to know your neighbors better, too.

Enjoy the summer, and enjoy Minnesota and Iowa.

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Hoyt Lakes Chamber of Commerce, (218) 225-2654 Spomer Classic Show and Shine May 26 Spomer Classics, Worthington, Minn.

10:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m.; museum of automobile memorabilia, classic car show, porcelain and neon signs, food stand on premises, cruise Lake Obakena at 2:45 p.m.

Spomer Classics and Museum, www.spomerclassics.com — (507) 376-9557 — (866) 450-6366

cyclists participated in 2011. www.lakecity.org — (651) 345-4123 Mount Vernon Chocolate Stroll June 2 Mount Vernon, Iowa Stroll up and down the Main Street from Memorial Park to the First Street Community Center to sample and purchase chocolate and chocolate-related products; variety of music at each end and along the “stroll” juggler, clown with balloons and kids’ activities; 5K run/walk. www.visitmvl.com Grand Old Day June 3 Grand Avenue St. Paul Run, walk, rollerblade; parade themed “A Grand Salute to St. Paul;” six festival garden stages featuring live local music; family fun zone; sporting district; art fair; over 150 food/merchandise vendors. www.grandave.com

Windom Riverfest June 8-10 Windom, Minn.

June 8: Flea market throughout the day, evening soap box derby, MinOrange City Tulip Festival isterial Association concert, fireworks; June 9: craft show, men’s softMay 17-19 ball tournament, tennis tournament, fishing tournament for kids, turOrange City, Iowa tle races, 4 p.m. cookout, 6 p.m. grand parade, other June 9 Features an entertaining celebration of the community’s rich Dutch National Motorcycle Museum highlights revolve around 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts, includheritage; festivities include music and dancing by children and Vintage Rally ing a “wonders of Windom race sponsored by the Windom Area Girl adults in intricate authentic costumes, two daily parades featuring Scouts and a High Tea showcasing the history of Girl Scouting; June top area marching bands, nightly musical theater, a carnival midway, June 1-3 Anamosa, Iowa 10: outdoor worship service, KUBB Tournament, kids’ tractor pedal fun Dutch delicacies, plus thousands of tulips and a dozen replica Swap meet, autograph signings all days; museum open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. pull, car show, antique tractor show and parade. windmills.

June 1-2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 3; bike show, panel discussions, “Quar- www.winwacc.com Orange City Tulip Festival Steering Committee, (712) 707-4510 ter Milestones” exhibit dedication on June 2; vintage road run, prepaid lunch on June 3; Hill climb on June 3. $10 one-day pass, $20 Windsurfing Regatta & Unvarnished Music Festival Citywide Rummage Sale three-day pass (does not include hill climb).

June 8-10 May 19, 7 a.m.-? www.nationalmcmuseum.org — (319) 462-3925 Sailboard Beach Lake Okabena, Worthington, Minn.

Many individual and churches having rummage sales, bakes sales Windsurfing races; lakeside art fair; sailboard swap meet, windsurfing and lunches.

5th Annual Tour de Pepin lessons, food.

June 2 www.worthingtonwindsurfing.com Lake City, Minn.

A bicycle and paddleboat tour of Lake Pepin; an opportunity to enjoy capti- World War II Weekend vating terrain and historic towns that line Lake Pepin along the Great River June 9-10 Road, as well as scenic views from the comfort of a genuine replica 1800s Historic Fort Snelling, St. Paul paddleboat; three touring options: 72, 50 and 32 miles; more than 700 Travel back to the World War II era to learn about Minnesota’s role on Grain Millers Specialty Products battlefields and at home; costumed staff, period displays, weapon firA leading U.S. supplier of specialty grains and oilseeds since 1993 ing demonstrations and an encampment of allied reenactors occupy Non-GMO Soybean Production the historic fort during this weekend devoted to Minnesota’s “Greatest $8,650 Completely Erected!

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Buffalo Days June 10-17 Buffalo, Minn.

Children’s events, concerts in the park, a medallion hunt, dancing, cribbage, a Texas Hold ‘em tournament, carnival, movie in the park, Friday evening beer garden, band and fireworks, Saturday in the Park events include a Fishing Klinic, Saturday evening parade, Buffalo Run 5K and Kids fun run, fly-in pancake breakfast and airshow, craft show, community worship service and royalty coronation. www.buffalochamber.org — (763) 684-0108

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Midsummer Days June 13-17 North Branch, Minn.

Midway/carnival rides, street dances, ambassador coronation, family bingo, parade.

American Legion Post 85, (651) 674-4810

June 21-23 Buffalo, Minn.

Started in 1955, it’s Minnesota’s longest running professional rodeo.

(763) 682-7032 — www.buffalorodeo.com Sturgis Falls Celebration & the Cedar Basin Jazz Festival June 21-24 Cedar Falls, Iowa Two celebrations in one weekend; more than 20 bands playing jazz, country, rock ‘n’ roll and blues music fills the air in three city parks; other features include a parade, street fair, carnival, talent contest and continuous entertainment.

(800) 845-1955 — www.sturgisfalls.org — www.cedarbasinjazz.org

78th Anniversary Pow Wow June 15-19 City Park, Mountain Lake Miss Mountain Lake Pageant, kids’ tractor pull, Midway, parade, road races, 3-on-3 basketball, food/commercial booths, disk golf tourney, petting zoo, volleyball tourney, raffle drawing Mountain Lake Chamber of Commerce, 930 Third Ave., Drawer C, Mountain Lake, MN 56159, (507) 427-2999, Ext. 4

Meadowfest-Grand Meadow’s Sesquicentennial June 22-24 Grand Meadow, Minn.

Car show, kids’ pedal pull, vintage baseball game, all-school reunion, cemetery walk, craft fair, art show, MS Grand Meadow crowning, chicken fry, bake sale, kids-games and rides, bingo, kickball tourney, kids’ fun night, volleyball tourney, parade, 5K run, GAR Hall, kids’ water fight, skidloader rodeo, mud bog, beer garden, live music.

Solstice June 16-17 Riverfront Park, Mankato, Minn.

Two big days of music and art, nine bands on Saturday, five bands on Sunday. www.mankatosolstice.com

Water Ski Days June 22-24 Lake City, Minn.

41st annual festival celebrating Ralph Samuelson’s invention of water skiing on Lake Pepin; live bands each evening in the beer tent, carnival rides, food vendors, paddleboat rides, craft fair, antique auto show, family games and activities, grand parade on June 24.

Lake City Chamber of Commerce, www.lakecity.org — (651) 345-4123 Riverside Days June 22-24 Springfield, Minn.

Miss Springfield pageant, bean bag tournament, baseball, food vendors, beer garden, volleyball tournament, carnival, pork chop feed, pie and ice cream social, dances, Sunday parade.

Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB, spfdchamber@newulmtel.net — (507) 723-3508

Watertower Festival June 21-23 Pipestone, Minn.

Parade, arts and craft show, kids activities, car show Collingsworth Family Concert ’n shine, street dance.

Pipestone Chamber of Commerce, (800) 336-6125 June 23, 6 p.m.

Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls, Iowa Admission is a non-perishable food item donation to Buffalo Championship Rodeo

Friendship Days June 22-24 Nicollet, Minn.

Midway rides, food and beer stand in the park, demo derby and tractor pull, fireworks at dusk June 23, 1 p.m. parade June 24.

Nicollet American Legion Post 510, (507) 2253850 Annual Jaycees Water Carnival June 29-July 4 Bemidji, Minn.

Kiddie parade and events, July 1 parade, fireworks on July 4.

(218) 444-4401 — www.bemidjijaycees.com Toqua Days June 29-July 1

5th Annual Central Minnesota Donkey & Mule Days June 29-July 1 Wright County Fairgrounds, Howard Lake, Minn. www.donkeyandmuledays.com Jazz in the Vineyard July 1, 8, 15, 29; Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 Alexis Bailly Vineyard, Hastings, Minn.

1:30-4:30 p.m. rain or shine; enjoy specially made Sangria available only during these jazz events relaxing to the sounds of a local jazz group. www.abvwines.com — (651) 437-1413 Fireworks July 4, 10 p.m.

Hastings Country Club, Hastings, Minn.

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Heartland Days June 20-24 Lewiston, Minn.

Classic car cruise, tractor pull, parade, craft show, food vendors, dance, turtle races, golf, bean bag, kick ball and sand volleyball tournaments, firemen water fight, tractor ride/parade, peddle tractor pull, pine wood derby contest, bingo.

Contact Barb Bartelson, bbartelson09@yahoo.com — http://lewistonmn.org

Graceville, Minn.

June 29: 5 p.m. kids tractor pull; 6 p.m. Little miss Contest and Queen Coronation, with Graceville Womens Organization street dance to follow; June 30: 8 a.m. 6K walk/run, register at 7 Water Carnival Classic Fishing Contest a.m.; firemen’s street dance 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; July 1: June 23, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

2 p.m. firemen water fights; softball tournament Fisherman’s Point, Hoyt Lakes, Minn. starts Friday and ends Saturday at Toqua Park.

Pancake breakfast, hamburger feed, fishing contest Graceville Womens Organization, (320) 748-7173, and prizes.

Graceville Fire Department, (320) 748-7911, Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival Committee, (218) 225- Walk/run, (320) 748-7667, softball tourney, (218) 2654 770-2490, gracevillemn.com

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Solar Splash June 13-17 George Wyth State Park, Waterloo, Iowa World Championships of Intercollegiate Solar Boating; hosted by University of Northern Iowa and the city of Cedar Fall. www.solarsplash.com — (800) 845-1955

South St. Paul Kaposia Days June 21-24 South St. Paul Family oriented city festival including a 125th anniversary celebration of our city, parades, children’s activities, Native American village, queen pageant, athletic competitions, craft and flea markets, musical entertainment and fireworks.

(651) 451-2266 — www.kaposiadays.org

NE Iowa Food Bank; concert by one of gospel music’s favorite families.

PHN Ministries, www.phnministries.com — (319) 268-0787

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Bemidji Library Book Festival June 11-16 Bemidji, Minn., area Author readings three times per day; children’s author reading at 10:30 a.m. each day at the Bemidji Public Library; adult authors at 2 p.m. at various locations and at 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Bemidji Public Library; keynote: Ann Bancroft at the Bemidji High School Auditorium at 7 p.m., June 15; all events are free and open to the public.

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Fourth of July Celebration July 4 Lake City Watch the spectacular fireworks display over Lake Pepin, fireworks being at dusk. www.lakecity.org — (651) 345-4123 North Mankato Fun Days July 5-8 North Mankato, Minn.

Carnival rides, pfeffer tournaments, live entertainment in the tent and beer garden, bingo, a car and motorcycle show, petting zoo, kids pedal tractor pull, kiddie parade July 6, grand parade 11 a.m.

July 7. www.northmankato.com/fun-days

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Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin’ Bonanza July 5-8 Corcoran Lions Park, Hamel, Minn.

PRCA World Championship Rodeo.

(763) 478-6611 — www.hamelrodeo.org International Day Concordia Language Village July 6 Bemidji, Minn.

Celebration of language and culture; villagers and staff meet at Waldsee, the German Language Village; the gathering of villagers, staff, parents and guests is called International Day; the festival is open to everyone and requires no admission fee;

an opportunity for villagers, parents and the public to learn about the language and cultural immersion programs offered; all at one site; cultural activities, village performances and international bazaar and a variety of delicious food from around the globe; 11 miles north of Bemidji on County Road 20. (218) 586-8600 — www.cord.edu Bully Bullhead Weekend July 6-8 Ruthven, Iowa Parade, fun run, antique tractor ride and show, craft/vendor show, street dance, volleyball - basketball - slow pitch softball tournaments, horse show. www.ruthvenlostisland.com/bully-bullhead-weekend.htm

Spirit of the Lakes Festival July 13-22 Mound, Minn.

On the western shores of Lake Minnetonka; busiMission Sunday ness showcase, arts festival, grand parade, fireJuly 8 works, wine tastings, beer tastings, 5K, 10K comLac qui Parle Mission petitive run; seven bands live entertainment; boats From Montevideo, Minn., go north on U.S. Highway and badge safety fair, beach bar, car show, boat 59 for 6 miles, then west on Chippewa County show, historical boat and bus tours.

Highway 13 for 2.2 miles and turn right at the cor- www.spiritofthelakes.com — ner, the mission is on the right; 10:30 a.m. worship info@spiritofthelakes.com — (952) 334-6551 service — Dakota service, Dakota choir sings; potluck picnic at noon, afternoon program at 1 p.m. 125th Anniversary of the Pipestone Fire Department Chippewa County Historical Society, (320) 269July 14 7636 Pipestone, Minn.

Parade, kids’ activities, demonstrations, street Sidewalk Days Festival dance.

July 11-13 Pipestone Fire Department, (507) 820-1164 Duluth, Minn.

Murray County Classic Draft Horse Show July 14-15 Murray County Fairgrounds, Slayton, Minn.

If the big draft horses are what you like, this show will delight! six-horse hitches from around the Midwest are competing.

(507) 227-7845 — jr_biren@yahoo.com — www.mcdrafthorseshow.com

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Great shopping, mouth-watering food, toe-tapping music and fun for the kids in the heart of the city; more than 50 different vendors will join our downtown merchants to take to the street; Superior Street will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 8 a.m. each day between Lake Avenue and 4th Avenue West; stroll the street and experience how the community spirit really comes alive in Duluth’s downtown; activity spreads outside the blocked boundaries, from First Street to Fitgers.

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Guy Penrod Concert July 15, 6 p.m.

Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls, Iowa Doors open at 5 p.m.; $25 for reserved seating, $20 for general seating.

(319) 268-0787 — www.phnministries.com Praisefest 2012 July 16-21 Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls, Iowa Enjoy a week of great gospel music; nightly concerts feature the best in Midwest gospel groups, special concerts feature popular nationally known groups.

(319) 268-0787 — www.phnministries.com Sweet Corn Days July 19-21 Elkader, Iowa Ice cream social, Miss Elkader pageant, Rhythm on the River, chamber golf tournament, kiddie tractor pull, donut hole eating contest, kiddie rides, parade, bean bad tournament, turkey float, car cruise, live music by the El Caminos with Beer Tent

by Fennelly’s Irish Pub, softball tournament, and much more. elkadersweetcorndays.net —

sweetcorndays@yahoo.com Sacred Heart Summerfest July 19-22 Community Center, Sacred Heart, Minn.

July 19, 7 p.m. local talent show; July 20, all-day city-wide garage sales; 6 p.m. Summerfest parade, food and entertainment at the baseball park; Sacred Heart Saints baseball game at 8 p.m.; July 21, more garage sales, walk/run, coffee, lunch and local entrepreneur booths at the Community Center, 9:30 a.m.-Noon; local Jaycees street dance, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; July 22, Community Worship Service, community dinner and local museum program. www.sacredheartmn.net Polka Fest-Plus July 20-21 Seaforth, Minn.

Old time music, country western, modern music, softball tournament, bean bag tournament, horseshoe tournament, kiddie tractor pull, horse rides, chicken supper, lunch and beverage stands; bands — Dain’s Dutchmen, George’s Concertina, Kris & the Riverbend Dutchmen, Larry Olsen, Hicktown Mafia, The T&A Show.

Seaforth Booster Club, (507) 984-5678 or write 27199 County Highway 7, Seaforth, MN 56287 College Hill Arts Festival July 20-21 University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa Juried arts festival showcasing more than 75 Midwestern artists presenting original works and offering demonstrations in various media; performing arts are presented in a traditional, open-air campus setting to enliven the festival.

(319) 277-4972 — www.chaf.cfu.net Love of the Land Rendezvous July 20-22 Pipestone, Minn.

Free event; step back into a time of buckskinners and traders row.

Pipestone Four Winds Association, (507) 825-4560 Rivertown Days July 20-22 Hastings, Minn.

City-wide festival featuring a music festival, arts and craft fair, grand parade, carnival, fireworks and much more.

(651) 437-6775 — www.hastingsmn.org Root River Antique Historical Power Show July 20-22 Spring Valley, Minn.

Features Sawyer-Massey, Wallis, Massey-Harris, Ferguson, Massey-Ferguson tractors and equipment and vintage motorcycles; horse pull, tractor pull, truck pull, live entertainment, demonstrations of spinning, rug weaving, corn shredding, threshing, rock crushing, sawmill, blacksmith shop and more activities for everyone. www.rootrivershow.org — (507) 254-0622

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91.7 KAXE Mississippi River Festival July 21 Grand Rapids, Minn.

Café Accordion orchestra, Lydia Loveless, Sena Erhardt and Bill Kirchen will be performing.

KAXE, (218) 326-1234 Belgrade Blues Festival July 21 North Mankato, Minn.

Several blues bands from all over perform in downtown North Mankato; rain or shine. www.northmankato.com

dren can enjoy the parades, inflatable playground and games, pedal tractor pull and more; adults can stroll through the classic car show, craft show, listen to the bands, or juts sit back and relax; sporting events for all ages — horseshoe tournament, co-ed volleyball tournament, Bun Run, Tour de Bun Bike Classic and more.

(507) 364-5577 — www.kolackydays.com

91st Annual Cedar Falls Bible Conference July 28-Aug. 5 River View Conference Center, Cedar Falls, Iowa Nine days of inspired Bible teaching, concerts, worship, fellowship and fun.

(319) 268-0787 — www.cedarfallsbibleconference.org

Catfish Derby Days July 27-29 Franklin, Minn.

Fishing contest, street dances, parade, co-ed volleyball tournament, men’s softball tournament and home run derby, queen contest/variety show, chess tournament, horseshoe tournament, fire department water ball, bean bag tournament, kiss the catfish, square dance, kids pedal pull, raffle, music in the park, football player auction, raffle, food stands, beer wagons, souvenirs.

City of Franklin, (507) 557-2259 — http://home.mchsi.com/~franklin/catfish_days.htm

Litomysl Summer Festival July 29 Holy Trinity Church, Owatonna, Minn.

11 a.m.-5 p.m.; fun for every age; the church is 8 miles south of Owatonna on County Road 45, then 2 miles east on County Road 4 to 24th Avenue SE, or 5 miles north of Blooming Prairie on Highway 218 to Bixby, then 4 1/2 miles west on County Road 4 to 24th Avenue SE, or 6 miles south of Owatonna on Interstate 35 to the Hope exit No. 32, then left on County Road 4 to County Road 3, go 1/2 mile south, then 3 miles east on County Road 4 to 24th Avenue SE, or from Ellendale east on Minnesota Highway 30 to County Road 45, then 5 miles north on County Road 45 to County Road 4, then 2 miles east to 24th Avenue SE. Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 9946 SE 24th Ave., Owatonna, MN 55060 — www.litomysl.webs.com

Paul Bunyan Vintage Auto Car Show July 22 High School, Bemidji, Minn.

8 a.m.-3 p.m.; collector car show, car corral, vendor, music. $5/adult, under 12 free.

(218) 333-3916 — djsol@paulbunyan.net Corn Capital Days July 25-29 Olivia, Minn.

Grand parade and corn-and-bean feed on July 28. oliviachamber.org Water Carnival July 26-29 Hoyt Lakes, Minn.

Softball and volleyball tournaments; live music by Soul Asylum and the Dweebs; food and beer garden, vendors, parade, fireworks and kids games and rides, fun for the whole family.

Hoyt Lakes Chamber of Commerce, www.hoytlakescarnival.com — (218) 225-2654

Kolacky Days July 27-29 Montgomery, Minn.

Celebrates Montgomery’s Czechoslovakian heritage and culture; chil-

Little Log House Antique Power Show July 27-29 Hastings, Minn.

Come see our restored Pioneer Village — also home of original Porky’s Diner, daily parade and entertainment; large flea market and crafts; living history demonstrations and re-enactments; food and refreshments. www.littleloghouseshow.com — info@littleloghouseshow.com — (651) 437-2693 9th Annual North Shore Dragon Boat Festival July 27-29 Grand Marais, Minn.

July 27: Team practices and opening ceremonies; July 28: Pancake breakfast, dragon boat races, food vendors, live community radio broadcast; July 29: Rain date, kayak, SUP and bike tours. northshoredragonboat.com — info@northshoredragonboat.com — (218) 370-9461 Carlton Daze Celebration July 27-29 Carlton, Minn.

5K run/walk, spaghetti dinner, softball and volleyball tournaments, ultra-marathon run, kids activities, car show, book sale, community rummage sales, live music at local businesses, parade on Sunday afternoon, family outdoor movie, bingo at the local VFW, magic show, pancake breakfast, food and fun for everyone.

Carlton Area Chamber of Commerce, carltondaze.com — (218) 3843322

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Riverboat Days July 27-28 Wabasha, Minn.

Children pedal pull, firemen’s water fight, marketplace, volleyball tournaments, canoe racing, live entertainment, children activities, carnival games; 6 p.m. parade.

Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce, (651) 565-4158 — www.wabashamn.org

32nd Annual Blueberry Art Festival July 27-29 Whiteside Park, Ely, Minn.

Arts and crafts, ethnic foods, children’s events, stage shows.

Ely Chamber of Commerce, (218) 365-6123

WE Fest Aug. 2-4 SOO Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Nation’s largest country music and camping festival celebrating its 30th anniversary with headliners Alabama, Toby Keith, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Luke Bryan and more.

(800) 4 WEFEST — wefest.com

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Pipestone Pow Wow July 27-29 Pipestone, Minn.

July 27, native food cookoff and Dutch oven cookoff, 4-6 p.m.; July 28, grand entry, 1 and 5 p.m. native dancing and drumming; July 29, Art in the Park grand entry 1 p.m. native dancing and drumming; all three days July 21-22 Native American Indian arts and craft show, Indian taco and buffalo Library Park, Bemidji, Minn.

Fine arts and craft fair located in downtown Bemidji in beautiful, tree- burger. lined Library Park, features over 120 artists, a dozen food vendors and Keepers of the Sacred Tradition of Pipemakers, pipe@iw.net — (507) 825-3734; Pipestone Chamber, pipecham@pipestonemn.com — live entertainment.

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Buffalo Lake Days July 20-22 Buffalo Lake, Minn.

Two street dances, softball tournament, volleyball tournament, MinnE-Rod pulls, horseshoe tournament, classic car show, antique car show, beanbag tournament.

Buffalo Lake Citizens for Success, blcitizens4success@gmail.com — www.buffalolake.org — (320) 833-2321

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Lake Bemidji Dragon Boat Festival Aug. 2-4 Bemidji, Minn.

Featuring two full days of fun for the entire family; great food, music, kid’s activities, parade of teams, musical entertainment Friday and Saturday nights and much more.

(218) 444-3541 — (800) 458-2223 — www.bemidjidragonboat.com Depot Day Aug. 4 Great Northern Depot, Bemidji, Minn.

Celebrating the Great Northern Depot’s 100th birthday includes activities for all ages, crafts and flea market vendors — fun, food and entertainment. depot@beltramihistory.org — www.beltramihistory.org — (218) 4443376

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Franconia Sculpture Garden, Shafer, Minn.

Artists making sculptures by pouring hot iron into molds, community mold-making, live music food. www.franconia.org — (651) 257-6668 — info@franconia.org Tall Timber Days Festival Aug. 4-5 Grand Rapids, Minn.

Celebrating the area’s history as a lumber center in northern Minnesota; offers Scheer Lumberjack shows, chain saw carvers, education tent, arts and craft booths, food booths, children’s street games, Legion bingo, live entertainment on stage, sawdust pile, YMCA 5K races, beer garden, Saturday night street dance, Sunday church service, parade and turtle races.

www.talltimberdays.com — talltimberdays@yahoo.com — (218) 326- Antique Tractor Club Grounds; East Forty show grounds on County 3231 Road 6 (Henrietta Avenue) 1/2 mile south of Highway 34. (Across from transfer station); skilled chainsaw artists and competitive loggers Sunday Summer Free Concerts will entertain; loons and loony contests will call; artisans and crafters Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26 will engage visitors; also kick boxing demonstrations, bee keepers, a LeDuc Historic Estate, Hastings, Minn. wing and chili contest, kids activities including face painting and cari7-8:30 p.m.; bring a lawn chair or a blanket, no seating provided. catures, and wonderful down home, foot stomping blue grass, country www.dakotahistory.org — (651) 437-7055 and folk music throughout both days; food vendors serve a variety of fare from buffalo burgers and corn on the cob to fresh fruit and Cedar Trails Festival smoothies; Terrapin Station will be providing musical entertainment Aug. 9-12 from 2-8 p.m. Friday and noon-5 p.m. on Saturday.

Cedar Falls, Iowa www.parkrapids.com A celebration that includes bike rides, music, a fun run and much more; featuring a beautiful candlelit night ride; family entertainment Pipestone Civil War Days for all ages.

Aug. 11-12 (800) 845-1955 — www.cedartrailspartnership.org Pipestone, Minn.

Cannon demonstrations, battle skirmishes, children’s games, women’s International Day Concordia Language Village fashions, camp tours, grand ball, an evening with Mr. & Mrs. Abe LinAug. 10 coln.

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Pipestone County Museum, (866) 747-3687 A celebration of language and culture; villagers and staff meet at Waldsee the German Language Village; the Gathering of villagers, Cokato Corn Carnival staff, parents and guests is called International Day; open to everyone Aug. 13-15 and requires no admission fee; a unique opportunity for villagers, par- Cokato, Minn. ents and the public to learn about the language and cultural immer- Aug. 13: Evening parade; Aug. 14-15: free corn on the cob, 4-9 p.m., sion programs offered; all at one site; cultural activities, village percarnival and entertainment on stage at Peterson Park. formances and international bazaar and a variety of delicious food (320) 286-5505 — depclerk@cokato.mn.us from around the globe; 11 miles north of Bemidji on County Road 20.

(218) 586-8600 — www.cord.edu 74th Annual Ortonville Cornfest Aug. 17-19 Legends & Logging Days Lakeside Park, Ortonville, Minn.

Aug. 10-11 Free corn feed, parade, live music, fireworks, arts ad crafts show all Park Rapids, Minn. three days, many food vendors, water fights, beer gardens, 5K-10K Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Park Rapids walk/run, car show, kids events, and lots more. www.bigstonelake.com — (800) 568-5722

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Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days Aug. 17-19 Oronoco, Minn.

Celebrating 40 years; free premiere antique show and flea market 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 17-18, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 19. goldrushmn.com — (507) 367-2111 — goldrush@pitel.net Arts and Crafts Festival Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Approximately 200 art and craft vendors along downtown streets; free to public, takes place rain or shine. www.buffalochamber.org Hermann Monument Society Defenders’ Family Reunion Picnic Aug. 23, 4-7 p.m.

Hermann Heights Park, New Ulm, Minn.

Hermann Monument Society will honor defenders of New Ulm and Civil War veterans in conjunction with the 150th Anniversary Commemoration of the U.S. Dakota War of 1862; three speakers will highlight the contributions of Germanic-Americans and other ethnic groups of settlers who found themselves in the midst of hostilities in 1862 and defender families will be recognized at the catered picnic; $8/person, $7.50/HMS member.

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Barnesville Potato Days Aug. 24-25 Barnesville, Minn.

Many potato-based favorites — potato pancakes, dumplings, lefse, French fries, mashed potatoes and gravy and potato sausage — as well as nonpotato items — pork or beef sandwiches, hamburgers, fried bread tacos, ice cream and smoothies; mashed potato wrestling, potato peeling and picking contests, sculpting contest, classic car show, strong man contest, street fair, “Eyes of Fashion” fashion show, quilt contest and more. www.potatodays.com — spudlady@potatodays.com — (800) 525-4901 LeSueur County Pioneer Power Show Aug. 24-26 LeSueur, Minn.

Showgrounds 6 miles east of LeSueur on County Road 26; featuring Massey Harris, Ferguson, Wallis tractors, combines and machinery; Wheel Horse tractor collectors will also be present. pioneerpowershow.com

Concertina Jamboree Aug. 25 Seaforth, Minn.

Concertina music, 2-6 p.m., at Seaforth Community Shelter; all musicians and dancers welcome.

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Highway 75 Market Day Sept. 8 Hallock, Kennedy, Stephen, Argyle, Warren, Crookston, Halstad, Georgetown, Wolverton, Breckenridge, Ortonville, Madison, Canby, Lake Benton, Pipestone, Minn.

15 communities along Highway 75 set up a marketplace selling antiques, flea markets items, produce, baked goods, etc.; many communities also have city-wide rummage sales.

Historic Highway 75 Coalition, (800) 336-6125 ARTapalooza on Main Street Sept. 8 Cedar Falls, Iowa Juried art show on Main Street.

(319) 277-0213 — www.communitymainstreet.org Apple Day Sept. 8 Excelsior, Minn.

Street fair, crafts, antiques, lots of food, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., strolling entertainment; garden plant experts all day; buy an Apple Day button for $1 and be eligible for lots of merchant prizes.

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Horse Power Event Sept. 8 Swensson Farm Museum, Montevideo, Minn.

King Turkey Day Sept. 14-15 Worthington, Minn.

Start your day at the free pancake breakfast; during the Great Gobbler Gallop live turkeys are raced down the street in a friendly rivalry with Cuero, Texas; right after the gallop, one of the area’s largest parades kicks off; a featured speaker, 10K race and carnival are all part of the festivities. www.kingturkeyday.com

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19th Annual Fall Harvest Moon Festival Sept. 7-9 Whiteside Park, Ely, Minn.

125-plus art and craft exhibitors, demonstrations, food, music, AllAmerican Lumberjack show and Friday farmers market. events@ely.org — (218) 365-6123

Dozinky Sept. 14-15 New Prague, Minn.

Friday night classic car cruise starts at 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. food vendors up and down Main Street; Parade of Farm Pride starts at noon. www.newprague.com — (952) 758-4360

Great Dakota Gathering and Homecoming Sept. 14-16 Unity Park, Winona, Minn.

Will commemorate the 150th year of the Dakota Conflict of 1862; will feature visual artists, singers, dancers, grand entries, moccasin game tournament, Dakota education exhibits and demonstrations, youth education day, community talk circle and spiritual service, Dakota language bingo, authentic American Indian crafts and arts vendors, family activiCivil War Weekend — 1862 — The War in the West ties and more; this continues the truth and reconciliation process Sept. 8-9 between the original and current inhabitants of southeastern Minnesota.

LeDuc Historic Estate, Hastings, Minn. www.winonadakotaunityalliance.org — 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; join an army of re-enactors and see what life was like info@winonadakotaunityalliance.org

Smokin’ Rib Fest Aug. 25 West Side Park, Hinckley, Minn.

If you enjoy BBQ ribs, this is the place to be; some of the best BBQ chefs in the area will be here; also accepting “open class” entries; live music, beer tent, lot of fun; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. info@hinckleychamber.com — www.hinckleychamber.com — (320) 384-7837 Watermelon Fest Sept. 7-9 Kellogg, Minn.

Water fights, bean bag tourney, kiddie parade, softball tourney, grand parade, kids pedal pull, free watermelon after the parade.

(507) 767-2201 — www.cityofkellogg.org

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Pipestone National Monument 75th Birthday Celebration Aug. 25 Pipestone, Minn.

Celebrate the Pipestone National Monument’s birthday at the monument; speakers, American Indian singers and drummers.

Pipestone National Monument, (507) 825-5464, Ext. 214

From Montevideo 6 miles east on Highway 7, 6 miles south on County Road 6 and 1/8 mile east on County Road 15; see horse-drawn farming such as plowing, potato digging, disking, hay loading and more; artisans in the historic home and barn; on-going activities throughout the farm site.

Chippewa County Historical Society, (320) 269-7636

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Rochester Greek Festival Aug. 24-25 Holy Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church, Rochester, Minn.

A celebration of Greek heritage, live music, Greek dancers, authentic Greek food and pastries, kids carnival, silent auction, church tours. http://greekfestrochester.com — festival@holyanargyroi.org

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SeptOberfest Sept. 14-Oct. 28 Wabasha, Minn.

Topiary contest, pumpkin derby, live entertainment, German parade, German food/dishes, sunflower contest, largest pumpkin contest, etc.

Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce, (651) 565-4158 — www.wabashamn.org Goods from the Woods “UpNorth” Arts & Crafts Show Sept. 15 IRA Civic Center, Grand Rapids, Minn.

The work of more than 60 high-quality regional artists will be featured at the 10th annual show; focus of the show is on handcrafted works of wood; free admission; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. www.Facebook.com/GoodsFromTheWoods — www.GoodsFromTheWoods.org — (651) 223-5629 — www.VisitGrandRapids.com

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Autumn in the Village Sept. 16 Freeborn County Historical Museum, Albert Lea, Minn.

Historical village is brought to life with demonstrations and hands-on activities, music and food, fun for the entire family.

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Raptor Release Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings, Minn.

Visitors will enjoy watching four to six wild birds of prey take to the air after being rehabilitated by the Raptor Center’s veterinarians; the day is full of fun including orchard hay wagon tours, educational raptors on display from the Raptor Center, kids activities and more; free event; bring your blanket or lawn chair. www.carpenternaturecenter.org — (651) 437-4359

St. Croix Valley Apple Fest Oct. 6-7, 13-14 Hastings, Minn.

Area apple orchards celebrate the apple harvest along the bluffs of the St. Croix River; enjoy apple picking, hay rides through the pumpkin patch, games, face-painting, cider apple pressing demonstrations, mazes, farm animals, children’s play area, musical entertainment and an outdoor market.

(651) 436-8385 — www.aftonapple.com — (651) 437-7126 — www.fischerscroixfarmorchard.com — (651) 437-4359 — www.carpenternaturecenter.org

“Take Me to the River” Art Show & Sale Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

LeDuc Simmons Country Market, Hastings, Minn.

Free event brings a farmers market, antiques, food artisans and local artists to the grounds of LeDuc Estate.

16th Annual Art and Artists Celebration Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Franconia Sculpture Park, Shafer, Minn.

Sculpture tours, live music all day, family activities, food. www.franconia.org — (651) 257-6668 — info@franconia.org

Fall Harvest Festival Taste of Buffalo Sept. 26-30 Sept. 20, 5:30-8 p.m.

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Art, craft and commercial fair; Scarecrow Stampede 5K, classic car From wine and beer to deserts and entrees, there are more than 200 show, treasure hunt. mouth-watering and gourmet varieties of food available with live North Branch Area Chamber of Commerce, (651) 674-4077 — music; $20 advanced tickets, $25 at the door. www.NorthBranchChamber.com

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Oktoberfest Sept. 29 Downtown Hastings, Minn.

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Oktoberfest in the Cedar Valley Oct. 5-6 Gateway Park, Cedar Falls, Iowa Featuring Bavarian and local bands, food vendors, kids activities and more.

(319) 277-1918 — www.cedarvalleyoktoberfest.com Oktoberfest Oct. 5-6, Oct. 12-13 New Ulm, Minn.

Includes performances from the Concord Singers, German food, music, horse-drawn trolley rides and dancing; moderate fee charged.

(888) 4NewUlm — newulmoktoberfest.com Grandpa’s Barn Boutique Sale Oct. 5-21 Wabasha, Minn.

Handcrafted and carefully selected items for your home, garden and gift giving.

Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber — (651) 565-4158 — www.wabashamn.org Johnny Appleseed Days Oct. 6 Lake City, Minn.

Celebrate area apple harvest at peak of the fall foliage display; apple products and apple pie sales; contests, craft fair, children’s activities, inflatable rides, farmers market, book sale, live music and more.

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More Grave Truths Oct. 13, 2-9 p.m.

LeDuc Historic Estate, Hastings, Minn.

The “here” and “hereafter” become blurred when the friendly spirits of Hastings citizens and historical figures visit Lakeside Cemetery; transportation to and from the cemetery provided; arrive early at LeDuc to enjoy seasonal refreshments, walk the LeDuc grounds, or view the displays in the Carriage Barn.

Harvest Haunting Oct. 27, 5-8:30 p.m.

LeDuc Historic Estate, Hastings, Minn.

Get a rare glimpse of the cellar at the mansion, watch spooky films made on-site, and have fun with the entire family all in one night; costumes encouraged.

Simply Christmas with the Allen Family Nov. 2, 6 p.m.

Riverview Conference Center, Cedar Falls, Iowa Allen Family brings their Branson Christmas extravaganza; evening begins with family fun activities; $12 at the door, no charge for age 16 and under.

(319) 268-0787 — www.riverviewministries.com Minnesota Starwatch with Mike Lynch Nov. 2, 7-9 p.m.

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings, Minn.

Watch the great celestial show in the skies; night with the stars, constellations, planets, star clusters, galaxies and nebulae starts off with an indoor orientation; dress appropriately for the weather and bring a lawn chair to make yourself comfy; recommended for ages 8 and up. www.carpenternaturecenter.org — (651) 437-4359 Victorian Christmas at the Historic Courthouse Nov. 17-18 Washington County Historic Courthouse, Stillwater, Minn.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 18; juried arts and crafts, holiday decorations, exhibit, Santa in the afternoon, tea room, live music; costumed vendors and volunteers.

(651) 275-7075 Christmas in the Village Dec. 1 Historic Chippewa City, Minn.

Horse-drawn rides, Santa Claus, candy and bake sales, crafters, oldfashion radio show, children’s crafts and more.

(320) 269-7636 St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 16, 2013, 3 p.m.

Graceville, Minn.

Stew feed to follow.

Graceville Women’s Organization, (320) 748-7173