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crunch in the spring, making it difficult to It’s that time of year when the stores plant new crops and pay the bills after run sales on active wear, athletic shoes, several years of low grain prices. yoga mats and water bottles. Our favorite magazines and grocers feature In addition, $690,000 would go to the healthy “lite” recipes. Gone are the roast Agricultural Utilization Research beef dinners and delectable appetizers Institute to build a developmental kitchen made with crescent rolls. Cookie and desfor food entrepreneurs at AURI’s facility sert recipes are replaced with homemade in Crookston and add new equipment and granola bars. technology to Waseca and Marshall faciliLAND MINDS ties that will be used to develop new prodAfter sliding from Halloween candy to ucts from unusable ag waste. the Thanksgiving feast and then on to By Marie Wood Christmas cookies at each meal and Let’s hope our legislators and governor snack, even I am ready to lower my can get the job done. Many of you are still waiting sugar intake — but not so fast. I need to wean for health care and property tax relief. Both issues myself slowly. My kids and I are working through a are still on the agenda. container of frozen Christmas cookies that we liked Subscription drive least this year. My husband compared our leftover cookies to a nicotine patch. January brings our annual subscription drive at Thank goodness for farm meetings. I get to attend The Land. Thank you for sending in your subscripworkshops and meetings in the Mankato region and tion cards and whatever you can afford to give. We especially enjoy reading your notes. Many express enjoy meeting farmers and learning about markettheir appreciation for our informative articles, coling, crops, soil health and financial information. I have never been to a farm meeting that didn’t offer umns and for keeping them connected with the farming community. We love those notes. Thank you. sweet rolls, cookies, coffee, pop, bottled water and often a hot lunch. It’s important to feed the mind We also receive complaints about our content. One and body! Both farmers and reporters appreciate the reader took us to task for preaching about environhospitality. mental issues. After all, he said, farmers are the first environmentalists. We received a similar comMinnesota Legislature plaint last year. In 2016, we strived to bring you Just as we are all back to work, the Minnesota multiple viewpoints on the Minnesota buffer law Legislature is back in session. On Jan. 4, Gov. Mark and Gov. Dayton’s executive order on neonicotinoid Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith released their jobs insecticides. bill — a $1.5 billion bonding bill that would build During the 2016 subscription drive, one reader more than 240 projects across Minnesota, supporting local communities and improving infrastructure. expressed disappointment in our lack of coverage of farm families. After all, our tagline is “Since 1976, He urges quick passage. Where Farm and Family Meet.” I agreed and made it According to the governor’s office, the bill address- a point to do more stories on family farms this year. es many of the state’s critical infrastructure needs, Please keep your subscription cards and notes including potable water, roads, bridges, rails, farms, coming! We are listening. college and university facilities and community buildings. The bill identifies specific projects; 35 perRemember, when you return your form by Jan. 31, cent of projects are in Greater Minnesota, 30 percent you will be entered in a free drawing for a Stihl BG in the Twin Cities Area and 35 percent have impacts 50 handheld blower from Smiths Mill Implement. statewide. Call (800) 657-4665 if you need us to mail you a subscription card or visit www.TheLandOnline.com. Of note, the Dayton-Smith bill proposes financial assistance for farmers — a $35 million investment Marie Wood is the associate editor of The Land. to the Minnesota Rural Finance Authority to assist She may be reached at mwood@TheLandOnline.com. Minnesota farmers who will likely face a credit v

INSIDE THIS ISSUE 13 — MN Ag Expo comes to Mankato Jan. 25 and 26

17 — Estimating 2016 ARC-CO corn and soybean payments 22 — Minnesota Pork Congress schedule and exhibitors

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Major farm groups to Trump: Adopt GIPSA rules For almost a month now, we’ve watched what Stockyards Administration, or GIPSA. DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton calls “the vis“Visceral” is a fitting word to describe Big Meat’s ceral political fight” over three changes to livestock reaction to the Dec. 14 rules announcement. marketing rules proposed by the U.S. Department Meatpackers and their contracting partners at the of Agriculture’s Grain Inspection, Packers and

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The Secretary was too kind. NPPC’s reaction was 100 percent baloney. It, like its contract-enforcing packer pals, of course knew the proposed rules originated in the pre-Trump 2008 Farm Bill. Big Meat’s political allies in Congress, however, effectively bottled up the changes after Republicans retook the House in 2010. That ended in 2016 when Congress approved USDA’s funding without the previous years’ GIPSA handcuffs. Free to follow the law — the bipartisan 2008 Farm Bill law — USDA did its duty. It released the long-in-waiting rules Dec. 14. Big Meat went to DEFCON 5 an instant thereafter. In perfect contrast to the packer-captured meat groups, however, the nation’s two largest general farm groups, the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Farmers Union, offered vigorous endorsements for all three GIPSA proposals. AFBF’s president, Zippy Duvall, a Georgia poultry farmer, noted the rules (if finalized) will “better protect individual farmers from discriminatory treatment” in the market, provide “greater transparency … hold companies accountable and give farmers a voice.” But that’s precisely what the Big Boys hate about the rules: all provide more sunshine to livestock and poultry markets that now are dominated by in-thedark, contract production. For example, GIPSA’s interim rule would allow farmers and ranchers to “only prove they were treated unfairly by a company to win a legal remedy,” explained Chuck Abbott for the Food and Environmental Reporting Network Dec. 15. It would replace today’s standard that requires the producer to provide proof “that harm has been done to the entire market” before any individual is granted relief. The rules “enjoy bipartisan support in Congress [and] I’m glad [USDA acted] to help level the playing field…” said Iowa’s GOP Sen. Charles Grassley. But that political support will be quickly tested because a Trump-led USDA can kill the interim rule and two proposed rules by simply withdrawing them

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Jan. 16 – Dairy Days – Waverly, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension hosts Dairy Days at the Waverly Civic Center – Contact Tammy Curley at (319) 882-4275 or tcurley@iastate.edu Jan. 17 – Dairy Days – Calmar, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension hosts Dairy Days at the NICC Dairy Center – Contact Jen Bentley at (563) 3822949 or jbentley@iastate.edu Jan. 17 – Women, Land, and Legacy Learning Session on Big Data – Pocahontas, Iowa – Learn to use Big Data to increase your yields – Contact Holly Frerk at Iowa State Extension at (712) 3353103 or hfrerk@iastate.edu Jan. 17-18 – Minnesota Pork Congress – Minneapolis – Swine specific trade show and education event – Visit www.mnporkcongress.com or contact Minnesota Pork at (507) 345-8814 or mnpork@mnpork.com Jan. 18 – I-29 Moo University Winter Workshop

– Pipestone, Minn. – Workshop covers robotic dairies, activity monitors, food marketing, succession planning and employee communication – Contact iGrow at (402) 472-6065 or visit www. igrow.org Jan. 18 – GrowingOn 2017 – Storm Lake, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension presents Solutions for Success 2.0 – Contact Farm Credit Services of Iowa at (800) 728-4278 Jan. 19 – GrowingOn 2017 – Emmetsburg, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension presents Solutions for Success 2.0 – Contact Farm Credit Services of Iowa at (800) 728-4278 Jan. 19 – Women in Dairy – Hutchinson, Minn. – Women in Dairy meets at Crow River Winery and Vineyard – Contact University of Minnesota Extension at (320) 484-4334 Jan. 19 – AgStar Technoledge Conference – Mankato, Minn. – Conference offers information on the latest equipment in tractor, field or barn and how to select the right tools for your business – Visit AgStar.com/Technoledge Jan. 19-20 – Upper Midwest Regional Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference and Trade Show – Saint Cloud, Minn. – Growers can explore new ideas, network with other growers, talk with

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Many life lessons can be taken from corn plants We see it all the time. We admire it, we post-emergence performance. drive past it, we walk in it, we eat it, we Cultivate, cultivate, cultivate: We are feed it to our livestock and pets, we hear all tempted from time to time to do it, we pop it, we haul it, we heat our feet things we shouldn’t do. Sometimes we and our homes with it, we fuel our cars are stronger than the temptation, and with it, and we wear it. sometimes not. Corn teaches us that we Corn is all around us — standing there need to remove bad influences from our like some kind of humble, work-a-day lives in order to grow strong. peasant, virtually clueless as to its imporYellow is nice: The color of corn is yeltance in our lives. But as it stands there TABLE TALK low and bright. Whatever your mood as so quietly in the sun and wind, it’s teachyou go through life, be yellow. Everyone ing us all about life. Here are a few exam- By Karen Schwaller likes a person who shows their sunny ples: side. Have patience: Every tall corn stalk begins as a Husks are important: Corn husks protect the tiny seed. Whatever we’re waiting for, it will happen growing ear and hold in moisture. Choose the right in time. people to be the “husks” in your life — ones who will Put down roots: A corn stalk can’t even think protect you and give you life in all of its forms. And about growing into prosperity unless it shoots out when the time is right, pull back the “husks” to roots to give it strength to stand. Those who have reveal your brightness on the inside and on the outwalked before us and paved the way for us are our side. roots in agriculture. We must remember them and Time takes its toll: As corn grows, the ear eventulearn from their successes and mistakes. And then ally droops, the stalk becomes shorter and husks we must shoot and be the roots for the next genera- change from green to a yellowish-brown color. It tion. Make them strong roots. Life will not always reaches full maturity. Still, the stalk continues to be kind. stand and do the job it was meant to do regardless Fertilizer is a must: No person grows into a of what Mother Nature doles out. It can be battered healthy adult on their own merit. It takes the help, and worn, but the corn stalk knows it has a job to tolerance and encouragement of parents and an do, and does it until the very end. entire community to grow a child into a well-roundBe versatile: Be willing to mix with other people, ed adult. Praise and discipline must both be in the hear new ideas and try new things. It makes us betsprayer tank for the fertilizer that has the optimum ter, more valuable people if we open ourselves to the

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value that others can bring. Have a purpose: A corn stalk has one purpose: to grow an ear of corn. But that one purpose affects so many other parts of life. Spend your life accomplishing your purpose, even if your growing season isn’t as long as you had hoped. You never know who you are inspiring. Black layering isn’t always good: While it’s good in the life cycle of a corn plant, just remember to wash it off before coming to the supper table. Bloom where you are planted: The corn does this. You may not be where you want to be in life, but it’s important to be your best person — no matter where you have been planted. And lastly, Give life a whorl: The corn plant grows one leaf at a time out of a whorl. It will always put 100 percent of its energy into being productive, even if some leaves have been damaged along the way. Giving up is usually not an option. A corn plant is much like a farmer. Without this kind of thinking, it would certainly be a corn dog’s life. Err ... yeah. Something like that. Karen Schwaller brings “Table Talk” to The Land from her home near Milford, Iowa. She can be reached at kschwaller@evertek.net. v

USDA rules can be withdrawn GUEBERT from pg. 4 without fanfare or even a tweet. Right now, however, that choice will carry a heavy political cost. The packer-backed meat groups claim Trump is their rule-killing, free market champion so he must, and will, withdraw the GIPSA rules. AFBF, NFU and other groups, like the Organization for Competitive Markets, see it differently. They point to “working” rural Americans — and, in particular, farmers and ranchers — as Trump’s core political supporters. He wouldn’t betray them for Big Meat right out of the box, would he? The Farm and Food File is published weekly through the United States and Canada. Past columns, events and contact information are posted at www.farmandfoodfile.com. v

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on a points system which takes innovation, performance, consistency, influence, and storytelling into account; as well as when the show was at its “absolute best.” They considered U.S. shows only; and “Television: A Biography” looked at “narrative fiction,” rather than reality by David Thomson shows, children’s programming, or talk shows. And c.2016, Thames & Hudson aside from a few obvious programs that should be $34.95 / $45.95 Canada on every “Best-Of” list (“The Honeymooners” and 304 pages “The Twilight Zone,” for example), they mostly focused on television from the 1980s. What’s fun about this book is that the authors dis“TV (The Book): Two Experts Pick the sect the programs as only fans can. There are quotes Greatest American Shows of All Time” flung about in each chapter, along with serious examby Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz inations of why we can put “The Simpsons” in front c.2016, Grand Central Publishing of “The Sopranos” (or not); why we so loved a show with a “black comic heart” and “shallow” characters; $19.99 / $25.99 Canada how “M*A*S*H” lasted longer than the war it was 432 pages ostensibly about; and why “South Park” got more points than “Taxi.” And if your favorite show isn’t in shows will never, ever go away. this book, there’s a reason for that. Read on … This book, remember, is a biogIn fact, while it might seem counterintuitive to raphy. Yes, you’ll find a bit of hisread about something you’re supposed to be watchtory inside “Television: A ing, you can do two things at once, you know. Look Biography,” and a few opinions. for “Television: The Biography” and “TV (The Book)” But it’s really nothing like you and settle in. Both are frightfully good. might expect in a book about TV. It’s actually better. The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri never Okay, say you want a book about the shows themgoes anywhere without a book. She lives in selves. What do you think is the best television show Wisconsin with three dogs and 10,000 books. v ever? A little bit of argument is inside “TV (The Book).” Under a wide group of genre umbrellas, Sepinwall and Seitz debate which series top their lists, based

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The weather outside is frightful. That’s all right. You’d rather stay inside anyhow — and winter is a great season for catching up on all the programs you’ve DVR’ed for the past few weeks. But where do you start? How about with two books: “Television: A Biography” by David Thomson and “TV (The Book)” by Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz. Once upon a time, televisions were turned on manually. You’d then (also manually) dial up one of three available channels (more, if you were very lucky) and you settled in THE BOOKWORM (“Not too close! You’ll ruin SEZ your eyes!”) to watch proBy Terri Schlichenmeyer gramming in black-andwhite. In 1949, a TV set cost roughly 10 percent of the average U.S. salary. And yet, we couldn’t get enough of it. In “Television: A Biography,” Thomson looks at the different kinds of fare with which we’ve entertained ourselves through the decades. Movies gave us the cliffhanger, for example, but television refined the until-next-week craze with shows like “The Fugitive” and, later, with “Dallas” and its spin-offs. Here, we read about how many of Hollywood’s biggest stars made their transition to the small-screen; how talk shows became so popular; how innovators changed the way we watch TV; and why crime

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By Carolyn Van Loh The Land Correspondent NORA SPRINGS, Iowa — Gone are the days when farmers simply assume one or more of their children will take over the family farm. Children growing up on the farm were accustomed to helping tend to the animals and growing or harvesting field crops, so the transfer was relatively simple. Because of the complexity of the 21st-century farming industry, a number of young adults earn a college degree in a specific area of agriculture before embarking on a farming career. A young person interested in farming may not have the training needed to establish their own farm; nor an older family member to provide financial assistance. After discussions concerning this issue, the 1994 Iowa legislators put a law into effect which brought together older farmers with young people interested in farming. The law created the Beginning Farmer Center to facilitate the transition of farming operations from established farmers to beginning farmers. Another goal of the legislation was to develop models to increase the number of family farms in Iowa. The Beginning Farmer Center, a part of Iowa State University Extension, brings young and older generations together. Aaron and Laura Cunningham, of Nora Springs, Iowa, exemplify the benefits of the program. The Cunninghams own SkyView Farms, a pasture-to-plate beef operation in Floyd County. They market their beef directly to consumers under their own label. They hope Aaron’s father will be able to transition the management of the family corn and soybean farm to them. “Our family attended a series of Farm Bureau workshops a few years back, and it helped get our transition planning process started with tools to discuss individual and family goals, business structure, skills evaluation, financial and estate planning,” Laura recalled. “While it sounds simple and easy to go from father to son/daughter-in-law, for us and many young farm families we’ve met, it’s no simple or quick task. Both Farm Bureau and the Beginning Farm Center offer resources to help engage in the tough conversations needed to work on these types of plans.” The Beginning Farmer Center works to coordinate education programs and services for beginning farmers across the state. By assessing the needs of beginning and retiring farmers, the center is able to develop, coordinate and deliver targeted education to beginning and retiring families. These programs encompass a broad spectrum of topics, from financial management and planning to human health and the environment. Ag Link Iowa Extension has also developed the Ag Link service to help preserve the family farm business by matching beginning farmers, who do not own land, with retiring farmers who do not have heirs to continue the family farm business. Ag Link maintains a database of potential beginning farmers and landowners. Ag Link is for a beginning farmer who wants to find a way to pursue or continue a farming career.

Kuhn brings variable rate equipment to United States By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — It seems like just a few years back, writing about variable application rates of fertilizer, seed, even pesticides was a phenomenon with just a few early adaptors. Fast forward to 2017 and it’s now the thinking — and the reality — of virtually every farmer. At the recent Minnesota Cattle Industry Conference in Bloomington, Rod Fluegge’s display booth featured a variety of Kuhn Equipment banners and handouts. But the attention centered on a video showing a new 3-point hitch fertilizer applicator which featured on-the-go variable application. Fluegge’s Ag, Inc., in Mora, Minn., deals in farm material handling equipment. “We’ve sold three different systems to three different farms this season,” said Fluegge. “And the payoff is real … three to five bushels per acre increase

ple applications on the same field. “If the field shows some sore spots because of population issues, they get back with this 3-point spreader and do some prescription treatments,” he noted. France is the country of origin for Kuhn Equipment, with U.S. distribution from Brodhead, Wis. The biggest sellers for Fluegge have been vertical mixers and manure spreaders, either side slingers or box spreaders. Balers too are part of that equipment mix, either square Photos by Dick Hagen bales or on-the-go wrapping for haylage Rod Fluegge bales, field-dried alfalfa or even corn in corn yields where fertilizer rates stalk bales. Round bales have taken were matched to field grids reflecting over the market, but Fluegge said both soil type and soil fertility.” squares are coming around again. New equipment comes with a price tag, like $40,000 for these 3-point fertilizer units; more for trailer-mounted units with bigger capacity. But famers getting into variable rates aren’t bashful. They often get directly into multi-

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“There are some storage advantages with the squares. Round bales are more acceptable for outside storage,” he said. Fluegge makes no bones about the fact that shrinking livestock, milk and commodity prices are shrinking his equipment sales also. “Farmers are carefully watching their spending these days. They’ll spend for repairs. If new doesn’t pencil out, they’ll do the repairs,” he said. Fluegge has a seven-man shop at his Mora home base. He’s a Monday

through Friday, 8 to 5 operation with Saturdays open until noon. “We’ve always offered reasonable prices,” stated Fluegge. “I’ve been doing this for 41 years. People know our service. We’re dependable. We always give a fair price for a fair product.” Warranty on Kuhn farm equipment is one-year full replacement; 10 years on box spreaders and floor warranty against rust-through or wear-out. Chuck Friedlie, territory rep for Kuhn, said the firm has five factories in France; a baler factory in the Netherlands; two factories in South America and two factories in the United States: Chuck Friedlie Brodhead, Wis., and Hutchinson, Kan. “They distribute in over 100 countries,” he added. “They’ve been around since 1828 having started as a blacksmith shop in France by Joseph Kuhn. A very stable company and tremendous diversity. Currently in the United States, about 750 different Kuhn brand machines are offered,” said Friedlie. v

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Beef’s future hinges on finding new global markets In addition, more export opportunities for beef are needed. The NCBA also admits more export opportunities are needed. Today, only about 13 percent of U.S. beef production gets into export markets. “That’s extremely important because that equates to about $335 per head extra revenue,” Woodall said. “Much of that is because processors can charge premiums for products that we don’t eat here in the United States — beef tongue, livers, hearts, kidneys. Those bring premiums in international markets. “Our job is not only to maintain existing markets, but to find new markets. We know that 96 percent of the world’s consumers live outside of the United States,” he said. NCBA also pushes against the growing influence of anti-ag activists. Woodall said many animal activists find roles on the boards of major agricultural companies. “We need to expose these organizations for what they are,” he said. “The Humane Society of the United States, for example, claims to be out there helping dogs, cats, and other pets. Yet less than 1 percent of the millions they raise goes towards helping animals. The rest gets directed toward their political activism nationwide.” To counter the narrowing margins in cattle feeding, Woodall indicated a committee of producers and marketing specialists are promoting price discovery See WOODALL, pg. 12

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eral dietary guidelines reflecting real science rather than political agendas. “And we’re concerned about public land issues, especially use of the Antiquities Act to lock up both public and private land,” said Woodall. “Also reforming the Endangered Species Act needs to hapColin Woodall pen. I think the Trump administration will look favorably on all of these issues.” Woodall touched on another huge concern of cattlemen, immigrant labor. “We in the cattle business have a workforce that we rely on because they are skilled labor. We do everything we can as an industry to make certain this is a legal work force,” he said. “We understand sometimes people slip through the process. We don’t want to see our work force deported, so we are very supportive of his efforts to have border security. But we want assurance this will be a legal work force available for all segments of our industry.” Woodall noted cattle feeding is moving back to the upper Midwest, primarily because of large supplies of dependable feedstocks. New technologies such as hoop barns are providing cattle comfort even better than the open feedlots of Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas.

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By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Many miles separate Minnesota from Washington, D.C., but the upcoming changes in our federal government are close to home. According to Colin Woodall, vice president of government affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the hottest issue right now is the Trump administration. “Lots of uncertainty, even though much of what we have heard so far is enlightening and optimistic for our cattle industry,” he said. Interviewed at the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association annual meeting on Dec. 3, Woodall indicated the next secretary of agriculture, the next head of the Environmental Protection Agency, the next face at the Department of Interior are announcements likely to influence priorities of this new administration. “(Trump) has already made it clear he wants to roll back the burdensome regulations of federal government,” said Woodall, “especially the EPA’s Waters of the United States rules. His business mind and understanding that regulations stifle business I think will be very beneficial to us in the livestock industry.” Woodall said he believes Trump will be a strong advocate for rolling back proposals dealing with state estate tax planning provisions which are available to cattle producers. He also suggested changes in fed-

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USDA announces organic cost share program Organic producers and handlers will have improved access to organic certification cost share assistance starting in spring of 2017. By moving the program from the Agricultural Marketing Service to the Farm Service Agency, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has expanded the means by which interested producers can apply. FSA has over 2,100 offices nationwide where applicants can apply, ask questions, or get more information. Access to the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program and the Agricultural Management Assistance Organic Certification Cost Share Program will be available in nearly every rural county nationwide. Applicants will also have the option to apply via mail. State departments of agriculture will retain the option of offering the program, and in states where they do so, organic certification cost share will be available through the

state agency as well as all county FSA offices. According to USDA, currently only half of the nation’s organic operations participate in the certification cost share program. By expanding its access and outreach in this manner, USDA will be able to reach many growers and producers who may have never connected with the agency in the past. “USDA’s organic certification cost share program makes it more affordable for organic producers and handlers across the country to get certified, allowing them to tap into new and expanding markets to meet growing consumer demand” said Alyssa Charney, policy specialist. “By expanding the options for application, USDA is providing farmers, ranchers, and handlers with a convenient new option, increasing access to these funds through the 2,100 FSA county offices across the country. In order to ensure that produc-

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Beef demand needs to increase internationally WOODALL from pg. 11 and mandatory price reporting to provide useful information to cattle producers. At the same time, the committee is constantly exploring additional market opportunities. “The reality is, we are deeply into a supply and demand environment,” said Woodall. “We need to continually up that demand. One of the best ways is to get more international customers eating U.S. beef. We know from feedback that once these overseas people get a taste of U.S. beef, they invariably want more.”

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Woodall said government regulations on the environment, production technologies, even the use of veterinary drugs (especially antibiotics) continue to irritate and add cost to U.S. cattle producers. On a positive note, he is encouraged with the increasing number of younger producers he sees at livestock meetings everywhere. “They’re getting involved,” he said. “They want to share their opinions. These young folk certainly aren’t bashful.” v

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Jan. 25: 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Jan. 26: 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Verizon Wireless Center, Mankato www.mnagexpo.com sense advice on family farm operation that is delivered with humor. Phipps is a longtime ag columnist. “We always learn something when we listen to them,” said Wolle. The event also features 20 University of Minnesota corn and soybean researchers who will present their 2016 research projects. Each day, 10 researchers will display their projects at the trade show. Gillie encourages growers to talk to researchers about what they experienced on their farms this year. For instance, this year was very wet. She said that helps researchers think outside the box.

Gillie said she hopes growers will take one or two things from the EXPO that will help them on their family farm in 2017. Above all, the Theresia Gillie event brings farmers together. On Jan. 25, at the Beano & Vino Casino Night, Minnesota soybean farmers have a good time and raise money for its political action committee. “It’s nice to know that we are all in this together and we need to work together,” said Gillie. “Farming is still a great occupation. We love what we do on our family farms and most of them have been in our families for many generations.” ❖

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Jan. 26. “We reflect on what we accomplished in the last year, what didn’t work and what we need to focus on in the years to come legislatively,” said Gillie. Harold Wolle With so many new legislators, it’s important that the Soybean Growers make a connection with them so that the new legislators come to the association for information on rural issues, explained Gillie. Gillie expressed enthusiasm for the many learning sessions on financing, family farm dynamics and succession planning. “Financing is going to be a little bit of a struggle this year,” she said. In addition, the Jan. 25 keynote panel on the economic impact of mergers in agriculture is an important topic. In 2016, DuPont proposed merging with Dow Chemical; Bayer AG with Monsanto; and ChemChina with Syngenta. These mergers are expected to close this year. “Mergers – how’s that going to affect our bottom line? Are we going to have choices taken away or with the mergers will there be more opportunity?” asked Gillie. Wolle is looking forward to national speakers John Phipps and Jolene Brown. Brown is known for common

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By MARIE WOOD The Land Associate Editor MANKATO, Minn. — MN Ag EXPO 2017 brings together Minnesota’s farmers, agriculture companies and University of Minnesota researchers at Mankato’s Verizon Wireless Center on Jan. 25-26. A collaborative effort of the Minnesota Corn Growers and Soybean Growers associations, the event offers agronomy research, seminars and topical discussions, along with the associations’ annual meetings. At the annual meetings, delegates will pass resolutions for their 2017 legislative efforts. Harold Wolle, MCGA president, has been farming for more than 40 years near St. James. He encourages members to attend the annual meeting on Jan. 25. “They should take an interest in how they want our organization to proceed legislatively this year,” said Wolle. For many growers, the event is where they connect with other growers. Meanwhile, the trade show offers the latest products and technologies in one venue. “It’s an opportunity to visit one-onone with the people that know best about their products,” said Wolle. Theresia Gillie, MSGA president, farms near Hallock. She looks forward to finalizing resolutions and defining their vision at the annual meeting on

Keynote Speaker Jolene Brown: It’s a Jungle Out There! Blazing New Trails for Agriculture Thursday, Jan. 26, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Jolene Brown is an award-winning communicator, and an honored recipient of the Certified Speaking Professional. She's known as a champion for agriculture and a a spokesperson and consultant for the family-owned business. Brown understands the challenges facing parents, siblings, in-laws and “outlaws” who work together. Brown's popular book, “Sometimes You Need More Than a 2x4!” contains how-totips so those in agriculture can increase productivity, profitability and peace of mind. As co-owner on their eastern Iowa corn and soybean farm, her practical experience includes plugging a grain auger, hypnotizing chickens and entertaining folks behind the equipment parts counter. Brown cares deeply about the ag Jolene Brown industry and is on a mission to share best practices. Her audiences appreciate her humor and real-life stories.

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MN Ag EXPO hotels Blocks of rooms have been reserved for Jan. 24-26. The special room rate at Mankato City Center Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn will be available until the group block is sold out. Both hotels are in downtown Mankato and connected via skyway to the Verizon Wireless Center. Mention MN Ag EXPO when reserving your room. • Mankato City Center Hotel: 101 East Main Street, Mankato, (507) 345-1234 www.mankatomnhotel.com • Hilton Garden Inn: 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, (507) 344-1111 • Best Western: (1.6 miles from the Verizon Wireless Center), 1111 Range Street, North Mankato, (507) 625-9333, book.bestwestern.com

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MN Ag EXPO 2017 Schedule Events are at the Verizon Wireless Center in Mankato. Wednesday, January 25, 2017 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Registration 9 a.m.-12 p.m. MCGA Delegate Session and Annual Meeting 10-10:30 a.m. Pluto Legal Session with Lisa Pluto: Farm and Business Succession Planning 10:45-11:15 a.m. Speaker Session with Dan Dvorak: Keep It On Your Side Of The Fence. Dealing With Today’s Regulations 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Trade Show 12-4 p.m. MCGA Silent Fundraising Auction 12 p.m. Lunch 12:30-1 p.m. Variety Plot Meeting 1-1:30 p.m. Researcher Updates 1:30-2:30 p.m. Keynote Panel: The Economic Impact of Mergers in Agriculture with Moderator Phil Kunkel and Panelists Brian Buhr, Steve Koep, John Smith and Michael Parrish 2:30-3 p.m. Break 2:45-3:45 p.m. Houston Engineering Session on the Water Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) Process with Mark Deutschman and Drew Kessler 3-3:30 p.m. MCGA Membership Meeting 4-5:30 p.m. MCGA Live Auction

5:30 p.m. Dinner 7-11 p.m. Beano & Vino Casino Night ($) Thursday, January 26, 2017 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration 7-8 a.m. MN Corn PAC Breakfast ($) 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Trade Show 8 a.m. Breakfast Sandwiches 8-11 a.m. MSGA Delegate Session and Annual Meeting 9:30-10 a.m. Researcher Updates 10-10:30 a.m. Gislason & Hunter Session with Kaitlin Pals: Farming & Business Entities: Tips, Tricks, & Pitfalls 10:45-11:15 a.m. Valent Session on Assuring Tools for Tomorrow: Pesticide Registration with Joe Bischoff 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Markets Session with Darin Newsom 12:30-2 p.m. MCGA and MSGA Lunch with John Phipps: Good News! We’re Going to Need Some New Tools! 2:30-3:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker is Jolene Brown: It’s a Jungle Out There! 3:30-4:00pm Tradeshow Reception The schedule of events is subject to change. Information was submitted by MN Ag EXPO 2017. ❖

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tinue to be adjusted by the USDA in the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report which is usually released around the 10th of each month. Many counties in Minnesota and Iowa will have the same county corn benchmark yield for 2016 as existed for 2015. Soybean county benchmark yields are also likely to be similar for 2016 as the previous year. The relationship between the final 2016 county yield and the 2016 county benchmark yields is extremely important in calculating potential 2016 ARC-CO payments. Expressing the 2016 county yield as a percentage of benchmark yield is more important than the final county yield in determining estimated ARC-CO payments. Once the county benchmark yield is determined for 2016, we can make some 2016 ARC-CO payment estimates at various final 2016 MYA price levels. Tables A and B show the final See THIESSE, pg. 18

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yields in 2016. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will likely release the 2016 estimated average county yields for corn, soybeans and other crops in late February. The NASS county yields will offer a good estimate of where final 2016 ARC-CO payments are likely to end up, depending on the final 2016 market year average price level, which will be finalized on Sept. 30. The NASS yield estimates may be adjusted slightly by the USDA, based on 2016 planted aces, to arrive at the final 2016 County FSA yields, which are used to calculate the 2016 ARC-CO payments. The 2016 market year average price for corn and soybeans is the national average price from Sept. 1, 2016, to Aug. 31, 2017, with prices being finalized on Sept. 30, 2017. As of Dec. 1, USDA is projecting 2016 market year average prices at $3.35 per bushel for corn and $9.45 per bushel for soybeans. These price estimates will con-

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Cash flow margins for most crop farm The relationship operators in the Upper Midwest will remain between the final quite tight for the 2017 2016 county yield growing season. and the 2016 county Producers are now in benchmark yield is the process of doing extremely important their crop income and in calculating potenexpense estimates for FARM PROGRAMS their 2017 crop budtial 2016 ARC-CO By Kent Thiesse gets. One of the big payments. questions for many farm managers is yield times the final national how much, if any, market year average price 2016 corn and for the year. Each county soybean Ag Risk Coverage (ARC-CO) also has a maximum ARC-CO paypayment to expect in October 2017. In ment for each crop. the previous two years, the ARC-CO The revenue guarantee for a given payments, especially for corn, have been crop is the benchmark revenue times significant in some counties, but have 86 percent. The benchmark revenue is been much smaller in other counties. the five-year county average yield, That trend will likely continue with the dropping the high and low yield, times 2016 ARC-CO payments for corn. the benchmark price, which is the fiveMost crop producers are enrolled in year average market year average the ARC-CO farm program choice on price, again dropping the high and low their corn and soybean base acres for price. the 2014-18 crop years. A large perThe national benchmark prices for centage of crop producers in the region 2016 are $4.79 per bushel for corn and earned a significant 2014 corn ARC$11.87 per bushel for soybeans. This is CO payment, while farm operators a decline from the 2014 and 2015 also earned a substantial 2015 ARCbenchmark prices of $5.29 per bushel CO payment on their corn base acres. for corn and $12.27 per bushel for soyARC-CO payments for soybeans have beans. been much lower and less likely, espeThe lower benchmark prices for 2016 cially for the 2015 crop year. This is due to above-average soybean yields in will lower the potential maximum most areas, which is a trend that will ARC-CO payments, and will reduce to likelihood of receiving 2016 payments continue for 2016 payments. in many counties. However, the fact The ARC-CO program utilizes that the 2016 benchmark prices are national average grain prices and still considerably higher than the proaverage county yields to determine jected final 2016 market year average payments which are received when the prices, especially for corn, increases actual county revenue for a crop in a the likelihood of 2016 ARC-CO paycrop year falls below the calculated ments, particularly in counties that county revenue guarantee. The actual were closer to county benchmark corn county revenue is the final FSA county

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Final market yield averages will be released in September THIESSE from pg. 17 2016 county yields at selected benchmark yields, and at various percentage of benchmark yield levels. Tables C and D show estimated ARC-CO payment levels at various 2016 market year average prices and variable final percentage of benchmark yields for counties. Likelihood of 2016 ARC-CO payments Note: These ARC-CO payment estimates are based on MYA price estimates as of Dec. 1 which are $3.35 per bushel for corn and $9.45 per bushel for soybeans. Corn — Any county that has a percentage of benchmark yield of 108 percent or less will likely realize the maximum (100 percent) estimated 2016 ARC-CO payment for that county. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 109 percent to 115 percent will likely receive 57 percent to 99 percent

MARKETING Table B - Estimated 2016 Soybean Yields at various percentages of benchmark yield Assumptions: • 2016 benchmark yield is the average yield for 2011-2015. • Drop the high yield and low yield, and average the other three years. • 2016 yields for each year can be found on the FSA web site: www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc

Percentage of Benchmark Yield

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100% 105% 110% 115% 120%

County Corn Benchmark Yields 180 170 160 150 140 Estimated Final 2015 County Yield

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Assumptions: • 2016 benchmark market yield average corn price = $4.79/bushel. • Estimated final 2016 corn market yield average price = $3.35/bushel. • 2016 ARC-CO payments paid on 85 percent of corn base acres. • There will likely be a 6.8 percent sequestration reduction on 2016 payments.

Assumptions: • 2016 benchmark yield is the average yield for 2011-2015. • Drop the high yield and low yield, and average the other three years. • 2016 yields for each year can be found on the FSA web site: www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc

Percentage of Benchmark Yield

Estimated Final 2015 County Yield

See THIESSE, pg. 19

Table D - 2016 ARC-CO Payment Likelihood for Soybeans (Estimated)

Table C - 2016 ARC-CO Payment Likelihood for Corn (Estimated)

Table A - Estimated 2016 Corn Yields at various percentages of benchmark yield

100% 105% 110% 115% 120%

County Soybean Benchmark Yields 55 50 45 40 35

of the maximum 2016 ARC-CO payment. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 116 percent to 122 percent will likely receive 1 percent to 56 percent of the maximum 2016 ARC-CO payment. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 123 percent or higher will likely not receive a 2016 payment. Soybeans — Any county that has a percentage of benchmark yield of 94 percent or less will likely realize the maximum 2016 ARC-CO payment for that county. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 95 percent to 101 percent will likely receive 50 percent to 99 percent of the maximum 2016 ARC-CO payment. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 102 percent to 108 percent will likely receive 1 percent to 49 percent of the

Estimated Revenue County Corn Benchmark Yields Guaranteed/Acre 180 170 160 150 140 Maximum $741.49 $700.30 $659.10 $617.91 $576.72 ARC-CO Payment $73.29 $69.22 $65.14 $61.07 $57.00

Actual 2016 Corn County Yields Final 2016 ( Percentage of benchmark yield) Market Year Average 100% 105% 110% 115% 120% Price (per bushel)

Estimated 2015 ARC-CO Payment

(Percentage of maximum payment per base acre)

$3.20 $3.35 $3.50 $3.65

100% 100% 100% 98%

100% 100% 92% 59%

100% 93% 89% 57% 55% 21% 20% 0

59% 22% 0 0

Assumptions: • 2016 benchmark market yield average soybean price = $11.87/bushel. • Estimated final 2016 soybean market yield average price = $9.45/bushel. • 2016 ARC-CO payments paid on 85 percent of soybean base acres. • There will likely be a 6.8 percent sequestration reduction on 2016 payments. Estimated Revenue County Soybean Benchmark Yields Guaranteed/Acre 55 50 45 40 35 Maximum $561.45 $510.41 $459.37 $408.33 $357.29 ARC-CO Payment $55.49 $50.45 $45.40 $40.36 $35.31

Actual 2016 Soybean County Yields

Final 2016 ( Percentage of benchmark yield) Market Year Average 100% 105% 110% 115% 120%

Price (per bushel)

Estimated 2015 ARC-CO Payment

(Percentage of maximum payment per base acre)

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100% 81% 64% 51%

70% 48% 31% 17%

23% 0 0 0

0 0 0 0

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and soybeans, as well as other information on ARC-CO payments. To receive a copy of this information sheet, send an e-mail to: kent.thiesse@minnstarbank.com The USDA FSA ARC/PLC web site contains 2014 and 2015 ARC-CO payment maps, as well as a spreadsheet with actual yields, benchmark yields, and payment rates for all crops for every county in the United States, and other farm program information. It should be noted that the payment rates listed on this website have not

been factored by 85 percent to arrive at an ARC-CO payment per base acre, and the 6.8 percent federal sequestration reduction has not been applied to the listed payment rates. The FSA ARC/PLC website can be found at: www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc Kent Thiesse is a government farm programs analyst and a vice president at MinnStar Bank in Lake Crystal, Minn. He may be reached at (507) 7262137 or kent.thiesse@minnstarbank. com. v

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THIESSE from pg. 18 maximum 2016 ARC-CO payment. Counties with a percentage of benchmark yield of 109 percent or higher will likely not receive a 2016 payment. Assuming a $3.35 per bushel corn market year average price level, 2016 corn ARC-CO payments would begin at approximately 122 percent of the county benchmark yield. Counties which were at 108 percent of the county benchmark yield or lower would receive the maximum payment. This means that for counties with a benchmark yield of 160 bushels per acre, 2016 corn ARC-CO payments would be initiated at a final 2016 county yield of approximately 195 bu./acre. The maximum payment would occur at a final county yield of about 172 bu./acre.

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Minnesota Pork Congress coming Jan. 17-18 Minnesota Pork Congress is a swine specific tradeshow and education event that features a wide variety of tradeshow exhibitors, timely seminars and social activities designed exclusively for pig farmers and pork industry stakeholders. Monday, Jan. 16 Minnesota Pork Producers Annual Meeting, 12-2 p.m. (Members only), Minneapolis Hilton Hotel, Room Symphony III Tuesday, Jan. 17 Pork Congress Registration Opens, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Minneapolis Convention Center, Mezzanine Level Pork Congress Trade Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Minneapolis Convention Center, Hall A Swine Health Information Center: Review 2016 and Talk About 2017: We Need Your Ideas! 7:30-8:30 a.m., Minneapolis Convention Center, L100 I Speaker is Paul Sundberg. 2016 was the first full year for the Swine Health Information Center. This session will start with a review of 2016 accomplishments. Planning for 2017 and beyond is happening now. The Center needs your input and ideas! Come ready to talk about things that the pork industry needs to do to be better prepared and better able to respond to emerging diseases. A complimentary breakfast will be served. Please RSVP by calling (507) 345-8814 or e-mail mnpork@mnpork.com. Recent Legislative and Regulatory Impacts on Minnesota Agriculture, 9-10 a.m., Minneapolis Convention Center, L100 H Decisions made in St. Paul can impact your crops. Learn how recent legislative and regulatory actions

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Local Corn and Soybean Price Index

corn/change* Dover Edgerton Jackson Janesville Cannon Falls Sleepy Eye Average: Year Ago Average:

$3.00 $3.04 $3.08 $3.17 $3.05 $3.11

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Cash Grain Markets soybeans/change* $9.60 $9.18 $9.27 $9.22 $9.26 $9.29

+.37 -.21 -.17 -.15 -.04 -.10

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Grain Outlook Corn Market pushes upward The following marketing analysis is for the week ending Jan. 6. CORN — Welcome to 2017! We wish you a healthy, happy and prosperous year! The corn market pushed upward out of its holiday consolidation mode when traders returned from their New Year’s celebration. Corn closed higher for five consecutive sessions to its highest level since mid-December. Weather in Argentina and Brazil was a big influence, as was fund short covering ahead of index rebalancing. It has been estimated that funds will need to buy between 60,000 and 100,000 corn contracts in their rebalancing of PHYLLIS NYSTROM CHS Hedging Inc. funds. After setting a fresh 14St. Paul year high when trading resumed, the U.S. dollar then lost steam and fell to levels not seen since the middle of December. The weaker dollar lent support to commodities in general. China’s yuan in the same time frame rallied over 2 percent. Jan. 12 will bring us significant reports which include the monthly supply/demand balance sheets, the final production number for the 2016 crop, and Grain Stocks as of Dec. 1. Winter wheat seedings will also be reported. The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange pegged Argentina’s corn planting at 83 percent complete vs. 71 percent last week. The corn acreage was unchanged at 4.9 million hectares, a 29 percent increase year-on-year. At least one private consultant lowered its production estimate by 500,000 tons to 36 million metric tons vs. the U.S. Department of Agri-

It would appear that the livestock markets are starting the year on a defensive note. Both the cattle and the hog markets seem to be exhausting their recent rallies as both are running into resistance at these higher prices. As far as cattle are concerned, the demand for beef at higher prices still appears to be the culprit that halts the rally in prices. No doubt that live inventories are on the tight side, but the fact that competitive meats are still a better value to the consumer at the retail level. That would lead one to the conclusion that until there is parity between beef and the JOE TEALE other meats, the rallies in live Broker prices may be limited. There may Great Plains Commodity be a question on why the packers Afton, Minn. step up at times to push their bids higher. There are two reasons that are possible at any point in time. The first is a need for immediate inventory and the other is the profitability of keeping the kill up and hedging that inventory as it's accumulated. The futures market has technically shown downward reversals in the daily, weekly and monthly charts, and the fact that the funds are currently long, leaves the futures market vulnerable to the liquidation of their positions if further weakness develops. Because of the current market conditions, producers should be very aware of those conditions and protect inventories if needed. The hog market has had a very good rally off of the lows made in the month of October. The recent cash trade for live inventory has shown a slowdown in

With the 2016 fiscal year behind us, many are busy trying to figure out how to fulfill our New Year’s resolutions. Before covering 2017 grain marketing plans/resolutions, I’d like to take a look at 2016 in regards to the price ranges we’ve seen in corn and soybeans over the past year. Corn prices (before basis) ranged from $3.11 to $4.36, which equates to cash prices about $2.60 to $4.00. Soybean prices (before basis) ranged from $8.62 to $11.82, which equates to cash prices about $7.90 to $11.10. It’s no secret the grain markets are volatile. With a $3.00 swing in soybean prices LENSING and $1.25 per bushel in corn KURT AgStar Assistant VP & prices, grain marketing remains Grain Industry Specialist one of the most important Waite Park, Minn. aspects of producing a crop. Do you have a desire to put a plan together to reduce price risk in 2017 for old and new crop? Will you be taking steps to identify tools to help you reduce risk, especially when the market offers you a profitable price? Changing how we think about grain marketing may be the first step. We’ve surveyed our clients and have found that producers who embrace a “reverse planning” mindset earn higher returns per acre. Reverse planning means starting at the desired end goal and working backwards in order to make intentional choices that ensure you get there. Leveraging crop insurance products to set an end goal for revenue per acre is a strategy top producers utilize. “Stacking products” or using multiple insur-

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Soybeans hold South American weather risk premium NYSTROM, from pg. 25 culture’s last outlook at 36.5 mmt. Brazil’s corn production estimate is holding its own from 86.5 to 87 mmt. The average trade estimate for Brazil’s corn is 87.1 mmt vs. USDA’s December 86.5 mmt forecast; for Argentina, the trade guess is 36.1 mmt compared to USDA’s December forecast of 36.5 mmt. Weekly export sales were a disappointment and marketing year low. They came in below estimates at just 16.9 million bushels. It did keep our pace 75 percent ahead of last year on total commitments, but we need 25.5 million bushels of sales per week to hit the USDA 2.225 billion bushel forecast. Total commitments of 1.4 billion bushels represents over 63 percent of the sales projection. Weekly export inspections (what actually gets shipped) were 636,700 metric tons and the lowest in six weeks. There may be some concern developing over Mexico’s devaluation of the peso. As their peso devalues, it makes it more expensive to purchase U.S. commodities. The peso has fallen by 50 percent in two years. They are the leading buyer of U.S. corn. Weekly ethanol production hit a new all-time record high at 1.043 million barrels per day, up from 1.028 million bpd in the previous week. The old record was 1.040 million bpd. Ethanol stocks were unchanged at 784 million gallons, the lowest for this time of year in the last three years. While some may expect the ethanol usage category to rise on next week’s World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, others advise caution. There were rumors of China possibly raising its ethanol import tariff from 5 percent to 30 percent, depending on how the new U.S. administration and China get along. The November Grain Crushings report indicated 451.9 million bushels of corn were used for ethanol production. The conversion rate was 2.80 gallons per bushel. Ethanol crush margins have fallen from 59 cents three weeks ago to just 8 cents per gallon as of Jan. 5.

Outlook: For the week, March corn was 6 cents higher at $3.58, July up 7.25 cents at $3.71.5 and December corn rallied 5.5 cents to $3.85.5 per bushel. Resistance in the March contract sits at $3.64.75 per bushel, the high in December. Support in the March contract continues at $3.41.75 per bushel. December corn may see first support at $3.82, then closer to $3.75 per bushel; resistance is in the low $3.90s. SOYBEANS — Soybeans rang in the New Year with new lows for the move before posting a sharp key reversal higher on the second trading day of the year. The weekly range in March soybeans was from $9.92.75 to $10.16 per bushel. The market is willing to keep a South American weather risk premium in the market even though our sales have slowed. The looming government reports also cast a shadow over what may be reported on Jan. 12, likely limiting upside prospects. The trade is concerned about both flooding and dryness in Argentina, and dryness in northeastern Brazil. The dry area of Brazil is considered minimal, but perception is reality in the commodity world. Yield reports in Brazil suggest early soybeans are running 12 percent above normal. Later soybeans are expected to be better. The soybean ship line-up in Brazil is beginning to build, estimated at 1.6 mmt and similar to last year. Some expect their January exports to be three to four times last year, with a smaller corn line-up freeing up capacity. The average trade estimate for Brazil’s soybean crop is 102.4 mmt. The December USDA number was 102 mmt. The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange cut its soybean acre estimate for Argentina from 19.6 million hectares to 19.3 million hectares. BAGE cited dryness in the southeast portion of Buenos Aires behind the decline. Soybean planting is pegged at 93 percent complete, roughly 9 percent behind last year. While Jan. 10 is nothing official, Argentine growers shy away from planting soybeans in the southern regions beyond that date due to concerns over the

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crop being susceptible to frost. The average trade estimate for Argentina’s soybean production is 56.1 mmt. The USDA in December was 57 mmt. Argentina will reduce its soybean export taxes to 18 percent by 2020. The tax is scheduled to fall by 0.5 percent each month in 2018 and 2019. The tax this year will remain at 30 percent. Weekly export sales were a horrible marketing year low at a measly 3.2 million bushels! We haven’t seen a daily announcement for corn or soybean sales since before Christmas. Cancellations to unknown were huge and most surmise those sales would have eventually have been to China. We dropped down to just 26 percent ahead of last year’s sales and we need 9.5 million bushels of sales to achieve the 2.050 billion bushel USDA export objective. Total sales commitments of 1.76 billion bushels represents 86 percent of the export target. Export inspections were 1.6 mmt this week, which is the 14th consecutive week they have been over 1 mmt. However, they are down 50 percent from their peak nearly two months ago. The November USDA Crush report released early in the week showed 170.7 million soybeans were crushed, which was in-line with the 171 million bushel trade estimate. Soyoil stocks at 1.777 billion pounds were slightly higher than the pre-report 1.763 billion pound projection. Outlook: March soybeans first support is $9.83.75 with resistance at $10.07.5, then $10.16 per bushel. November soybeans first support is $9.78, then down to $9.50 per bushel; resistance is seen from $10.00 to $10.02.5 per bushel. The positive export demand that we’ve been seeing was slashed this week with very weak net export sales numbers. Is this the beginning of the switch from the United States to South America? The Jan. 12 WASDE report and Grain Stocks as of Dec. 1 will give us some clarity for our next move. ❖

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Hog exports rocky TEALE, from pg. 25 packer aggressiveness in acquiring live inventory as we moved into the new year. The pork cutout has found some resistance above the $80.00 level in recent days which has resulted in slower movement of pork products. With the futures market carrying a fairly decent premium to cash, the futures have also seen some weakness develop especially in the nearby contracts. There seems to be some optimism developing toward the hog market as the addition of more slaughter capacity is being developed. However, the demand for pork will have to also increase to provide a strong bullish condition. With the current strong U.S. dollar, the export market is questionable regarding expansion. The latest USDA Hogs and Pigs Report suggest that the hog herd is continuing to expand. Therefore, until demand grows from current levels, the possibility of any significant price appreciation for the live inventories seems remote at the current time. Producers are urged to consider the overall situation in the hog market and protect inventories if warranted. ❖

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and cause severe economic harm to everyone in the beef chain — from producers to consumers. A simple baseline traceability system that will allow containment and eradication of a disease while maintaining consumer confidence in our industry and its product is both needed and necessary,” concluded Brunner. Above all, Brunner said cattle industry leadership must focus on working together to help members achieve prosperity and maintain their lifestyle through profitable and sustanable farm and ranch businesses. “We’ve got to stay active in our government. Government overreach has got to be countered and pushed back at every opportunity. We need the freedom to operate. We need the ability to make individual investments on our farms and ranches that are best for our individual operations,” he said. Brunner is the fourth generation on his family operation at Ramona, Kan. He has served as president of his family corporation since 1988. Brunner manages the feed yard and the yearling grazing operation. He also oversees the cattle and grain marketing decisions, commodity risk management, customer relations and financial reports. The family also operates a seed stock enterprise. Brunner is a Kansas State University graduate in animal science with a master’s in agribusiness. He served on the NCBA Board from 1998 to 2011 before being elected president. ❖

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ranches around the country — due to techBy DICK HAGEN nology which enables us to do more with less The Land Staff Writer — we have a diminishing voice in America Despite President-elect Donald Trump’s within our governmental process, both state lack of support for the Trans-Pacific Partnerand national. This is why more voices, more ship, TPP has rapidly emerged as a numberparticipation by our membership is very one concern of the National Cattlemen’s Beef vital, and very real right now. Speaking with Association. one voice is more important than ever.” In a Dec. 3 interview with NCBA President Tracy Brunner Brazil is a major competitor in the beef Tracy Brunner at the Minnesota Cattle Industry Convention, Brunner said, “Trade is very market. According to Brunner, Brazil has more catimportant to us. We’ve been the strongest proponent tle, but the United States produces more pounds per of the Trans-Pacific Partnership as a way to level the head due to increased efficiency. playing field for beef producers in all countries and “We get cattle to market at a much faster rate than also to expand our competitiveness and market they do on the grass-fed programs of Brazil,” said access.” Brunner. “The U.S. is not only a leader in production Brunner cited Japan as the most lucrative market efficiency, but also in quality. Choice American beef for U.S. beef. “But we’re currently at a trade rate dis- is the standard of excellence around the world,” said advantage with our Australian competitors. The Brunner. American cattle industry is losing $400,000 a day to However, Brunner identified some challenges. Australia because of the trade rate advantage they Brunner looks to the industry long-range plan to enjoy,” he said. increase beef demand 2 percent a year to maintain He said rhetoric between Congress and the Trump today’s price environment. team is discouraging at this point. “If not TPP, then “That will mostly happen through expanded trade. what? We have grown supplies of beef and competi- The vast majority, 95 percent of our potential future tive meats here in the United States. We need market, lies outside our borders. There’s a growing expanded market access.” world population that wants our high-quality beef In addition, Brunner said U.S. cattlemen are work- and is going to be more willing and able to pay the ing to do business in an environmentally friendly cost of that beef as time goes on. So we need freer and more open markets to let us access that growmanner. demand for beef,” he said. “Cattlemen are the original environmentalists. We ing global “Our nation’s beef supply is increasingly important care about our resources. We care about our water supply. The Waters of the United States (WOTUS) is in the food security of our country and the rest of the very intrusive and an overuse of the powers of the world,” Brunner said. That’s likely to increase pressure on the United federal government. We think the incoming administration should become our ally on that issue,” Brun- States to develop a more robust traceability system. ner said. “An infectious animal disease could wreak havoc Brunner pointed out that WOTUS is an adminis- on our current marketing and distributing systems, trative rule. “The Trump administration is saying they are going to be business friendly. He called out that the WOTUS proposed regulations would die in his administration. So we believe we’re going to see a Remote Control Field stake through the heart of this vicious animal,” said Brunner. Cultivator Depth Kit Brunner also noted the new Trump administration has said they will make a priority of health care reform. More affordable health care for America’s ranchers and cattlemen is also high on the agenda of NCBA, which has a growing membership. “ As fewer and fewer of us remain on the farms and

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Robotic milking was ‘super move’ for Upsala dairy Q: Biosecurity is such an issue in livestock production these days. Do you permit visitors? Roerick: We do, but we much appreciate a heads-up so we know you are coming and can work our schedules with your visit. It’s just my brother and father; plus we do a broiler barn so amongst the three of us, sometimes we get stretched a bit. Q: Is the wow reaction typical of first-time visitors? Roerick: Yes, that single word still sums up most visitors’ comments. They’re not tuned in to the fact that robots have been on the milking scene for 12-15 years now in America and even longer in Europe. And systems keep getting better. We’re hardly touching these cows anymore. Sure, we’re still handling our cows during calving and any other maintenance requirements.

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unit, she’s telling us she’s may be a 3x or even 4x cow. We have learned that there is a balancing act between the number of milkings per day and the pounds of milk produced per milking. We like to see 2.8 to 2.9 milkings per day with an average of greater than 32 pounds of milk produced per milking. Q: How did you long-term plan your system? Roerick: Based on evidence within the industry and visits with area dairy farmers, some major upgrades might be necessary 10 to 12 years down the road. We look at the Robotic system about like our milking parlor, which after 10 to 12 years also needed some major upgrades. When things are constantly being used, constant wear is inevitable. Q: Labor savings was high on your criteria. How about milk production? Roerick: Because of improved overall health of our cows, reproduction issues lessened and milk production jumped significantly. We went to 3x milking and production jumped 10 to 12 pounds per cow average. We were expecting a 6 to 8-pound increase, so we picked up some bonus pounds. That made the transition easier because we quickly could see the results. We just cracked 30,000-pound herd average last month and we’re hoping to see even more increase. A large percentage of our cows are now doing over 100 pounds per day. Q: With significantly higher production, might this impact the longevity of your cows? Roerick: We are seeing cows stick around longer. Granted we’ve only been into this about a year. But we’ve noticed that cows with reproductive issues seem to clean up sooner and come back into heat much sooner. So we’re making an assumption one or two more gestations per animal could result. Q: You’ve even planned for future expansion? Roerick: We designed this barn with the idea that we could build an identical barn to the south and utilize the same milk house and manure pit. We anticipate this could be happening seven to 10 years ahead. My father, who is in his mid-50s, said he probably wouldn’t be part of that next expansion. But now that he’s seeing the efficiencies and lesser issues with our robotic units, he’s actually saying, ‘Yes, I’ll probably be part of that next generation of expansion too.’

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By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Craig Roerick, with his dad, Roger, and brother, Stephen, operate a 210-cow family dairy, Roerview Dairy, near Upsala. At 32 years old, Craig Roerick has been a board member of Minnesota Milk Producers Association for the last three years. “We are extremely fortunate that our families have this chance to dairy farm. Roerview Dairy has come through a lot over the last 30 years and it all has to do with our parents’ dedication to us and the dairy industry.” said Roerick. “It has laid the groundwork for Stephen and me to continue excelling our families and business into the future for the next generation.” Roerick discussed why they upgraded to a robotic milking system and how well it’s working out. Q: You’re now about one year into robotics. What tripped your trigger? Roerick: It boiled down to the basic fact that our family farm needed some improvements. We weren’t sure about how to go about this process. So we took about three years to work out a planning process. We could see the big push for us was labor. We didn’t feel we were strong enough to be people managers. Robotics let us sidestep that issue and it’s been a really good fit for us. Q: You indicate that at any given time about 180 cows are in the milking lineup? Roerick: That number told us three robotics units would be sufficient. We did some shopping. We knew of two systems in our area that were well supported. Being newcomers, we felt the Lely system had some advantage, so that’s the route we went. Q: Who adjusted most quickly to this new system, your cows or you? Roerick: No question on that one. The cows adjusted very quickly. Just a few days and they were OK. But we had to learn lots of computer technology. Plus, how to comfortably move cows into the units. Once we got OK with the technology, we could identify issues more quickly. But for certain we had a three to four-week learning curve. Q: Does that include the milking sequence and the milking frequency of each cow? Roerick: Cows do some of that frequency scheduling on their own. If a cow is aggressive in getting into the

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Global economy picking up for dairy producers By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Jim Dickrell, currently editor of Dairy Herd Management, has seen many ups and downs in the U.S. dairy industry. Dickrell, of Monticello, has spent 40 years observing dairying and he’s much aware of the current profit Jim Dickrell squeeze. But he’s also encouraged. “I’m fairly optimistic for 2017,” Dickrell said. “Prices won’t get to those 2014 levels when we saw $22-$25 mail box prices. But I see $18 prices by summer, 2017. Feed prices are lower, which also helps margins.”

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Dickrell notes consumer demand is still very strong, which helps keep a floor on U.S. consumption. And the European Union has slowed production considerably. So too, has New Zealand. And China has started importing product again, so indications are the global market is starting to recover. Interviewed at the Minnesota Milk Dairy Conference in St. Cloud, Dickrell explained EU slowdown is because of elimination of production quotas on European dairy farmers. That produced a huge surge in production and milk prices collapsed. “So they’ve instituted their own diversion program for the first quarter of 2017 to slow things down,” said Dickrell. But the spoiler is Russia, which is out of the market. U.S. embargoes were imposed because of Russia’s actions in the Ukraine. “If Russia were back into buying our dairy products, that could be a substantial boost. But I don’t hold much hope of that changing next year,” said Dickrell. Dickrell added robotics are moving into the U.S. dairy industry. “We’re seeing more robotic systems,” he said, “but it hasn’t been a rapid expansion because of their high cost. But growth is continuing, especially if labor issues persist.” Cow numbers are static in Minnesota despite increases in surrounding states. A big reason is that Minnesota does not have the processing capacity to expand, explained Dickrell. “There are a number of Minnesota dairies that would like to grow, especially in that I-29 corridor of western Minnesota and eastern South Dakota. I’m told there are 20,000 cows ready to come into Minnesota. But

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DAIRY from pg. 31 being bothered by a boss cow. We still see individuals that are very dominant, even picking a certain area of the free-stall barn as their own lay-down space. Social groups perhaps are even enhanced. With our former parlor system, every cow came into the ready area. Now they somewhat choose when they want to be in that milking lineup. Q: Could you share costs of going this route? Roerick: The number we tell most people for the robotic systems is about $275,000; but that also includes the square footage required in the robot room, plumbing, and electrical. As for the total dollar

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amount per cow, that number is all over the board for every producer. We did utilize livestock investment grants from the Minnesota Department of Ag along with NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) cost share for the manure storage system to help keep our overall cost down. Q: With a projected $15 milk price, when will you see black ink? Roerick: It would take some time. Knowing our numbers, this project likely would have not gone with what our lenders were allowing us to budget for a milk increase above and beyond our old system. With milk production we are seeing for the last five months, we could weather a storm for a while. But there wouldn’t be much left over to replace worn equipment or other small upgrades. However, with a $17 base price and our current production and cost of production, we feel we would sit very comfortable to make changes where needed to strengthen the business for the next downturn in the market. The Land spoke with Craig Roerick at the Minnesota Milk Dairy Conference and Expo, held Nov. 29-Dec. 1, in St. Cloud. v

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FOR SALE: 48' perforated FOR SALE:Used grain bins, FOR SALE: (2) AC tractors, We buy model #170, 1 w/ all hyd floors unload systems, stifloor w/ stands & flashing, Salvage Equipment loader; NH 258 side rig. rators, fans & heaters, aer$7,000; 8” power sweep w/ Parts Available 507-838-8288 ation fans, buying or sell10” 25 degree up 3 belt, Hammell Equip., Inc. ing, try me first and also $3,500; New Sukup power (507)867-4910 call for very competitive FOR SALE: Ford NH 8360 sweep, 10” for 42' bin, tractor w/ Miller loader, contract rates! Office $3,500. 507-697-6133 036 cab, FWA, $40,000/OBO; Tractors hours 8am-5pm Monday – usedbinsales.com Sunflower 5034 28' clutivaFriday Saturday 9am - 12 '11 JD 8235R, 1996 hrs, FWA, tor, $10,000; Demco 850-gal. noon or call 507-697-6133 16spd PS, Auto Track 60' sprayer, $12,000. All exAsk for Gary ready, exc cond, cellent. (218)639-9304 $125,900/OBO. '06 JD 8430, WANTED: 30' Stirator, can FOR SALE: Houle 7300 & 3317 hrs, rear & front duals, pick up. 715-223-3664 9500 gal. Tanks, Krohne ILS susp, tires 90%, 16spd flow meter, disk incorporaPS, Auto Track ready, exc tors, $28,000 - $35,000. 320Farm Implements 035 cond, $124,000/OBO. 507-327582-1051 6430 430 electric feed cart w/ S/S FOR SALE: Loftness 22' '99 JD 8300 MFWD Tractor, floor, new apron, exc. cond. pull-type stalk chopper; 20.8R42 rears w/ duals, low hrs, $2,000/OBO. Case IH 1000-series corn16.9R30 fronts, rubber 90%, WANTED: Industrial air head 12-22; IH 800 plate big hyd pump, 4 hyd recompressor to blow out irriplanter 12-22; Westendorf motes, front wgts, 1000 gation lines. 608-539-2100 loader TA-229, like new. PTO, quick hitch, 7K hrs. 320-314-2534 Very nice, late model 8300

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‘13 JD 6170R, Cab, IVT trans, MFWD, 859 hrs., w/ H380 loader, 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 18.4x46 duals ............................................................... $125,000 ‘09 NH 6070, Bi-directional, 3543 hrs., cab air, w/ NH 84lb loader, 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 18.4x34 tires .......................................................... $65,000 ‘12 Kubota M110, Cab, MFWD, 240 hrs., w/Kubota LA1953 loader, 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 18.4x30

‘12 CIH 290, 434 hrs., PT, 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 5 hyd., big pump, front duals, 480x50” rear

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duals ...................................................... $139,000 ‘12 CIH 260, 1784 hrs., Deluxe cab, 19-spd. PS, susp. front axle, 3 pt., 4 hyd., Hi-Flow, 1000 PTO, 480x50” duals .............................. $110,000 ‘13 NH T8.300, 801 hrs, MFWD, 4 hyd, 3 pt hitch, 540/1000 pto., 480x50 tires & duals ............................................................... $109,000

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TRACK TRACTORS

PTO, 4 hyd., big pump, 420x46” tires & duals ...................................................... $119,000 ‘05 CIH MX255, 4282 hrs., 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, 480x46” duals, front duals ...................... $65,000

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‘13 CIH, 380 Row Trac 1178 hrs, luxury cab, full

‘11 NH T8.300, 1644 hrs., Lux. cab, HID lights, 3 pt., 1000 PTO, 4 hyd. valves,

spacing 3 pt, 4 hyd. Hiflow, 1600

Auto Steer Complete, 520x46” duals ..... $89,000

‘14 CIH, 340 Row Trac 287 hrs, luxury cab,

‘12 Kubota M110, MFWD, 240 hrs., 3 pt., PTO, loader w/8’ bucket.......................... $55,000

suspended frt axle, 18” tracks, 76” spacing, 6 hyd remotes, standard pump, 3 pt. 1000 pto, full guidance ............................................... $195,000 ‘14 CIH, 310 Row Trac 998 hrs, deluxe cab,

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powershift, 120” spacing, 16” trucks, suspended cab, HID lights, Hitorque VSD, chopper, conturmaster, 520x42”duals ................. $167,000 front axle, 5 hyd valves, hi-flow, complete guidance ............................................... $165,000 ‘13 JD 660, 1180 eng/892 sep hrs., Premium Cab, cm, HID lights, high torque USD chopper,

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‘13 JD 9460R, 1377 hrs., 1000 PTO, 3 pt. hitch, 5 hyd. valves, Hi-Flow, 620x42” tires

520x38” tires + duals ........................... $157,500

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................................................................. $99,000 ‘12 CIH 7230, 605 eng./434 sep. hrs., Lux. cab,

............................................................... $179,000 pump, 480x50” tires & duals ................ $185,000 ‘12 CIH 7130, 1839 eng./1355 sep. hrs., tracker, ‘12 CIH 400HD, 320 hrs., 4 hyd., big pump, chopper, 520x42” duals ........................ $110,000 520x46” tires & duals ............................ $169,000 ‘11 CIH 7120, 871 eng./732 sep. hrs., ‘02 CIH 425, 3465 hrs., 24-spd. manual, rock trap, chopper, 520x42” duals........ $150,000 4 hyd., 710x38” tires & duals .................. $89,000 ‘12 CIH 5130, 4WD, 776 eng./578 sep. hrs., rock

ROW CROP TRACTORS 1000 PTO, HID lights, front wts, fender .. $99,000

trap, chopper, lateral tilt, 620x42” tires .............................................................. $139,000 ‘09 NH CR9060, 2400 eng./1800 sep. hrs., tracker, chopper, 520x42” duals .......................... $72,500

‘10 JD 8270R, 3888 hrs., 3 pt., 1000 PTO, 3 hyd., ‘04 NH CR970, 3138 eng./2186 sep. hrs., tracker, 18.4x46” tires & duals ............................. $99,000 chopper, chaff spreader, air compressor, ‘08 JD 7830, MFWD, 4117 hrs., 540/1000 PTO, 3

520x42” tires & duals .............................. $55,000 pt., 380x50” tires & duals ........................ $81,000 ‘96 CIH 2188, 4WD, tracker, chopper, bin ext., ‘14 CIH 260, 605 hrs, MFWD luxury cab, 4 hyd, 3 3520 eng/2546 sep.hrs., 520X 42” tires & duals pt hitch, 1000 pto., 480x50 tires & duals

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â€˜11 John Deere 7215R, 20 speed Command Quad trans., TLS suspended front axel, 480/80R50 duals, 2480 hrs ................... $92,500 â€˜15 CIH Tigermate 200, 30.5â€™ field cultivator, 2 bar coil tine harrow with round bar rolling basket ................................................. $31,500 â€˜00 John Deere 8110 MFWD, 14.9R46 duals, 10,500 hours, just through service program ............................................................ $45,000 â€˜11 John Deere 8260R, powershift, 1300 front axle, 540/1000 PTO, HID lights, 380/90R54 duals, 2350 hrs. ................................. $116,000 â€˜15 Case 580N tractor loader backhoe, 4WD, cab with heat and air, extendahoe, 2 stick JD style controls, 640 hrs. ......................... $54,000 â€˜09 JD 9870STS combine, 520/85R42 duals, 2WD, chopper, tank extension, 1592 sep. hours ............................................................ $99,000 â€˜12 JD 1760, 12X30 wing fold planter, vacuum, insecticide, nice ................................... $32,500

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