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For the most part, the dust from the And farm policy has a big menu item on November elections has settled; and the horizon: The 2023 Farm Bill slugfest pharmaceutical companies have is about to commence. The new reclaimed the advertising high ground on Republican voting block in the Midwest your television set. is presently on the outside looking in.

Democrats have the ear of Biden and the While the Democrats in Minnesota celU.S. Department of Agriculture; and ebrated their victories, the gloating many DFL agriculture heavyweights are seemed to be kept to a minimum. The from the two coasts. California looming Red Wave never materialized, Representative Jim Costa is considered LAND MINDS but the Dems seemed to know they to be a contender to lead the House averted disaster; and like anyone experiBy Paul Malchow Agriculture Committee. encing a brush with catastrophe, seemed content to whistle past the While climate-friendly issues such as graveyard. With all of the troubles biofuels have bipartisan support, Farm Minnesota has experienced in the past Bill mainstays such as conservation few years: Covid shut-downs, crime, inflation and programs and crop insurance impact the Midwest total inactivity concerning $9 billion of taxpayers’ much more than their costal counterparts. How money, the Dems dodged a bullet earlier this month. much influence will Republican representatives have on these vital programs?

Republican candidates who survived the 2022 election claim they will hold the Democrats’ feet to The Farm Bill has a lot less “Farm” in it these the fire to make good on DFL campaign pledges. days. Social and health programs such as the Without the pesky Republican-controlled state sen- Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for ate standing in the way, Democrats claim our heads Women, Infants, and Children (WIC); and the will spin with all of the laws and programs coming Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (comdown the pike in the next legislative session. Time monly referred to as the food stamp program) gobwill tell, but I don’t see a historically inept state leg- ble up the lion’s share of the Farm Bill allotment. islature suddenly turning on a dime. I hope I’m According to the USDA, of the Farm Bill programs wrong. covered by nutrition, SNAP accounts for 95 percent of all spending. Overall, nutrition spending makes On the national scene, the Republican party was up 80 percent of the total budget for the Farm Bill. also left dazed and wondering what exactly happened. President Biden’s popularity numbers aren’t Statistics from the 2022 election indicate urban exactly through the roof. Groceries and utility bills voters fueled the DFL’s success. Geographically, are climbing at dizzying rates while IRAs are head- large areas of the country voted Republican; but it ing in the opposite direction. The Republicans did was the concentration of voters in urban areas manage to gain control of the U.S. House of which swayed the outcome. For example, Representatives, but it was hardly the mandate Minnesota’s District 2 Congress incumbent Angie they were forecasting.

Craig did well in Dakota County — a metropolitan area with the largest number of voters in the disAn interesting trend which was solidified in the trict — while her opponent Tyler Kistner carried 2022 election is a Republican stranglehold on the Midwest. The “F” in DFL may still stand for Farmer, the more rural regions of district. It didn’t hurt Craig the district boundaries were re-drawn before but Iowa, Nebraska, and North and South Dakota the election. Returning Governor Tim Walz was the are anything but blue. All of these states are sendvictor in only 13 of Minnesota’s 87 counties. ing only Republicans to the U.S. Congress and Senate — not one Democrat among them. Indiana It is certainly up for debate whether or not this is will have just two Democrats in their delegation of “fair” representation. It only stands to reason the nine representatives. And even Minnesota — fresh interests of the voting majority will receive the most from its 2022 election euphoria — is split in attention. But what is being lost in such great geoCongress four and four. graphic disparity? As “urban” issues continue to “My farmers have gone so hard to the GOP, I don’t grab more pieces of the pie, are rural issues relegated to the crumbs? Will rural America continue to know how to get them back,” confessed DFLer and have a seat at the table? And for how much longer? former agriculture policy giant Colin Peterson.

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Adventure on the Mississippi for two young boys As widespread rains begin to slowly rattling cottonwoods, and swaying wilrefill lakes, reservoirs, and rivers, lows.

Thanksgiving thoughts turn back to the Adventurous as it sounds (and it was southern Illinois dairy farm of my youth for us), the simple geographic fact where the Mississippi River (running just remained that had we backtracked to the a mile from our dairy barn) was a conlevee we could have seen the dairy barn, stant — often dominating — presence. dry cows, and Mom’s clothesline in the Except, that is, in the late summer distance. months when everything around the Still, we were in the middle of our own FARM & FOOD FILE farm — cows, hired men, and even the personal kingdom: a massive sandbar at

By Alan Guebert river — moved in a slow granny gear. the meeting point of the brown, lazy That was especially so on Saturday Kaskaskia River and the wide, roiling evenings where nearly a hundred Mississippi. Here was enough driftpanting Holsteins and an airless milkwood for an all-night fire and acres of ing parlor promised a sweaty session of steamy sugary sand on which to make our starlit beds. drudgery.

In no time at all, we were Marquette and Joliet, or Those languid Saturdays were, however, the perLewis and Clark — risking our sacred lives, used fect time for two young adventurers (my older baling twine, and fast-melting butter by walking brother David and me) to ask our overheated moth- through a forest of ancient trees, uncharted creeks, er if we could “go camp on the river.” and hordes of hot dog-hungry opossums and racIt was a rhetorical question. Two fewer sulking coons. teenagers for supper and another long night in an And we were free; the kind of free farm boys only un-air conditioned farm house? The answer came felt when there were no cows or alfalfa fields within quickly — “Go!” sight. We were buccaneers on a free-flowing river Like most Tom Sawyers, we traveled light. Two with the freedom to go anywhere. cotton sleeping bags, some frozen hot dogs, potato Except into the water. Our mother’s only condition chips, butter, a handful of sliced bread, a black skil- to get us out of her frazzled hair was no swimming let, and a half-dozen eggs were breakfast, supper, in either the Kaskaskia (a lazy, oversized creek and sleep. A rinsed chlorine jug from the dairy barn most summers) or the broad, secretive Mississippi. held a gallon of water; and, of course, we each carAnd we never did. Honest. ried a pocket knife and matches.

We never took a tent because we didn’t have a tent.

Ten minutes later we were crossing the heifer pasture to climb the levee which shouldered the western bank of the Kaskaskia River. Our “trail” was the levee and its biggest danger was a sleepy dry cow or two blocking the way. When the Kaskaskia levee married the Mississippi River levee, David and I left it for a short hike through a forest of silver maples, Cari Bulthuis of Roseland, Minn. sent in these harvest photos

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But we explored the nearby woods, ran barefoot through the sand, and sat for long silent minutes watching the Mississippi flow around the next bend.

Supper was hot dogs roasted on the end of sharpened willow branches. Breakfast was eggs cracked, scrambled, and eaten from the skillet, and toast made over the still-hot fire. Butter soaked both.

Nights were the best, though. We always made a roaring campfire to ward off all things real and imagined. Often we were awakened by towboats’ drumming diesel engines as they clawed their way up the Big River’s strong current. Other times their powerful searchlights, looking for channel markers, lit our camp like the noon sun.

The next morning, after more dangerous deepwoods explorations and less dangerous sandbar sitting, we’d slowly make our way home. Somehow we always arrived a few minutes after the rest of the family had departed for church, another sweat-dripping event we never regretted missing.

Now, though, that would be a small price to pay for two old men to meet back on Old Man River for one more starlit, lazy night amid the sand, willows, and memories.

Happy Thanksgiving.

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A familiar scent brings a flood of memories and tears Climbing into one of our old pickup ment was woodworking. He could make trucks recently, I inhaled deeply to settle just about anything! He and my grandma in. As I did, I caught a hint of something would take in various craft fairs — gathfamiliar in the air. I inhaled again a secering ideas for all kinds of woodworking ond and third time and my heart warmed projects. From napkin holders to shadow as I recognized the scent: Brut aftershave boxes, if he saw it, he could build it.

— the kind my grandfather wore.

During my growing up years, Grandpa It must have been the combination of and Grandma Payne never lived close by. cold, fresh air and an assortment of Little They did, however, visit often. When they DEEP ROOTS Trees dangling in odd places that smelled did, Grandpa Dale would play endless

By Whitney Nesse games with us. Among our favorites were like my late Grandpa Dale. In that moment, I relaxed and let the memories 31, Catch Phrase, Jenga and Skip-Bo. He reel as a smile crossed my face and tears streamed always had time to play games with us. Anytime down my cheeks. one of his grandkids beat him, he always had the same expression. “You monkey!” he would chuckle.

Immediately I pictured him in my mind’s eye wearing his bright red, wool v-neck sweater with a I can remember my last visit with my grandpa. He white turtleneck underneath — and beneath that, a was in hospice care. Cancer had overtaken his body Hanes undershirt and suspenders. He began wearafter he cared so tenderly for my grandma during ing suspenders when his slacks no longer stayed her last years with dementia. I was 19 years old put on their own and his waistline was descending and in my first year of college. It had been a few under a belly full of hearty laughs and sweets! He months since I had seen Grandpa Dale. I walked always had a peppermint or butterscotch hard into his room and sitting in a wheelchair was a man candy to share, change jingling in his pocket, and he I hardly recognized. His once-strong and stout body was never without Lip Ivo lip balm. was thin and frail. His voice was soft — unlike the I thought of my son Easton, who shot his very first buck this year. (A dandy too!) Grandpa Dale, who was an avid outdoorsmen himself, would have been so proud!

HAMPTON, Iowa — Iowa State University My grandpa was a hunter and fisherman. From Extension and Outreach Franklin County office will the vast open spaces of South Dakota hunting be offering two opportunities to attend the Private pronghorn, to fishing Lake of the Woods in extreme Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course northern Minnesota, to goose, duck and white-tailed led by Extension Field Agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz. deer hunting everywhere in between, he loved the The first session is scheduled for Dec. 8 at 1:30 p.m. outdoors. He was never short of stories from his out- at the Youth for Christ building located at 420 4th St. door adventures either!

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Grandpa Dale was a busy body, never letting the The course will be offered again on Feb. 2, 2023 at grass grow beneath his feet. Whether he was mow9:30 a.m., at the Youth for Christ building in Hampton. ing lawns, making chicken on the grill, carving up a Pre-registration is required for both sessions by ham, cleaning fish or sharpening knives, he was in calling (641) 456-4811. Walk-ins on the day of the motion. One of the hobbies he enjoyed in his retireprogram will only be admitted if room allows. The

loud, booming voice I had come to recognize. We held hands and chatted briefly before I departed.

I wish I could go back and tell my 19-year-old self that would be the last time I would sit with my grandpa. I wish I could have realized he would never see me get married or meet his great-grandchildren. Had I known that, I would have lingered, soaking up my time with him.

However, now I have the great blessing of remembering and speaking of him fondly. I have photographs and memories to share with my family. I have the pleasure of telling my son how proud Grandpa Payne would be of his buck.

I have my personal memories too. I can still hear his voice, smell his aftershave and feel his great big arms wrap me in a tight hug. I am not sure if Brut aftershave still exists; but if it does, I might buy a bottle so I can relive the memories of my grandpa more often.

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Wild rice dishes a true Minnesotan can love 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black Wild rice, Minnesota’s pepper state grain, makes a perfect 1/4 cup chicken broth addition to your table this 2 cups wild rice, cooked according time of year, and can feato the package directions ture in more than just side dishes. Below are a variety Coat a 3-quart casserole dish of recipes incorporating with non-stick cooking spray. In a wild rice — perfect for large skillet over medium heat, everyday or holiday gathermelt the butter. Add the shallots, KITCHEN ings. garlic, thyme, and sage, and cook, CLASSICS stirring, until fragrant and the shalFor an excellent overview

By Diane Lochner lots have softened, about 4 minof our region’s wild rice herutes. Add the cranberries, salt, itage, harvesting, and pepper, and broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the importance to indigenous communiwild rice. Transfer to the prepared dish and ties, I recommend the Minnesota cover with aluminum foil.

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Do-Ahead: At this point, you can refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature Wild rice with mushrooms and before baking. almonds Betty Crocker’s Cookbook: New and Revised Bake until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Edition, 1982 Serves 10 to 12 as a side dish. Makes great 1 cup uncooked wild rice leftovers to send home with guests. Make it 1/2 cup slivered almonds vegetarian by swapping the chicken broth for 2 tablespoons snipped chives or chopped green vegetable broth. onion 1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, Fried wild rice bowl The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Kitchen, by Sean drained Sherman and Beth Dooley, 2017 1/4 cup margarine or butter 3 cups chicken broth 2 tablespoons sunflower oil 1/2 cup minced squash (butternut, zucchini, or Cook and stir wild rice, almonds, chives, and summer squash) mushrooms in margarine (or butter) until 1/2 cup minced turnip almonds are golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Heat oven to 325 F. Pour wild rice mixture into 1 cup fresh wild onion or ramps ungreased 1-1/2 quart casserole. On the stove, 3 cups cooked wild rice heat broth to boiling; stir into wild rice mixture. 2 tablespoons maple syrup mixed with 1/3 cup water Cover and bake until all liquid is absorbed and wild rice is tender and fluffy, about 90 minutes. Salt to taste Serves 6 to 8.

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium to high heat and sauté the squash, turnip, and Cranberry wild rice onion until tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add Perfect Party Food, by Diane Phillips, 2005 the rice and cook for about 1 minute, then sea1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter son with the maple syrup and salt. Optional: 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots serve topped with roasted vegetables, smoked 1 clove garlic, minced meats, or anything of your choice. Substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme one leek (white part, cleaned and minced) for 1/2 teaspoon dried sage the wild onion or ramps.

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Perfect Party Food, by Diane Phillips, 2005 Dressing: 1 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 clove garlic, mashed To make the dressing, in a medium size bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until thickened. [Do ahead: at this point, you can cover and refrigerate for up to three days].

Salad: 4 cups cooked long grain white rice, cooled Wild rice meat loaf 1 cup cooked wild rice, cooled Wild Rice Cooking: History, Natural History, 2 cups frozen corn kernels, defrosted Harvesting, and Lore, by Susan Carol Hauser, 1 medium size red bell pepper, seeded and 2000 chopped 4 scallions (white and tender green parts), 1 pound ground beef chopped 3 eggs, beaten 2 cups cooked wild rice, cooked according to To make the salad, combine the rices, corn, package directions bell pepper, and half of the scallions in a large 2 stalks celery, chopped salad bowl. Pour in some of the dressing, and 3/4 fresh mushrooms, chopped toss to coat, adding more if necessary. [Do 1 teaspoon salt ahead: At this point, you can cover and refriger1/4 teaspoon pepper ate the salad and remaining dressing for at least one hour and up to 24 hours].

Meat loaf: Combine all ingredients and mix well. Put into Remove the salad from the refrigerator 30 mina 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 F for one utes before serving, toss with additional dressing if needed, and garnish with the remaining hour. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes. Drain scallions. excess juices and turn loaf out onto serving platter. Slice and top with cheese sauce.

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Buckthorn is easily identifiable this time of year Are there green leaves female plants and contain showing up when most seeds which may survive in trees and shrubs are dorthe soil for two or three mant and have dropped years before germinating. their leaves? The green The root system is extenleaves may be buckthorn. sive and makes eradication difficult. The oval leaves are Buckthorn was brought bright green and have serGREEN AND into the United States in rated edges. The leaves GROWING 1849 as an ornamental appear early in the spring plant. However, it is invaBy Linda G. Tenneson and remain green much sive, grows thickly and longer than other deciduous crowds out native plants. There are no plants in the fall. natural controls, insects or diseases that keep it from spreading, and it is Mid to late fall is a good time to listed as invasive on the Department remove buckthorn. However, the plant of Natural Resources’ Restricted should be eradicated any time it is Noxious Weeds list. identified. Sap in the plant flows down to the roots in the fall which will help Buckthorn is a host to crown rust fungus and soybean aphid. It is illegal herbicide to be carried through the plant. Unfortunately, this plant is to import, sell or transport this plant adaptable and can grow in sun and in Minnesota. It is found in this area and in much of the central and south- shade and will accommodate various soil conditions. ern parts of the state There are two kinds of buckthorn: Common buckthorn may grow as common and glossy. Glossy buckthorn high as 25 feet with several stems has shiny leaves and common buckemerging from the roots. There are thorn may be shiny or dull. male and female plants. The bark is gray or brown and had light-colored corky projections, similar to native plum and cherry trees. The twigs may have thorns.

The name comes from terminal buds around a thorn that looks like a miniature deer hoof. It has small flowers which appear in May or June. Its berries are eaten by birds and then spread when the birds defecate the seeds in other locations. The black quarter-to-half-inch fruits appear on

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cide will remain and be effective. Once large plants have been removed, cleared areas should be monitored for new sprouts for several years.

Frequent mowing is one way to continue control. Goats and other livestock are brought into some areas to eat the plant and avoid chemical applications. Controlled burns have been used and been moderately successful. However, repeated burns may be Small sprouts of buckthorn can be required. pulled by hand; but larger plants need The web site extension.umn.edu/ to be treated with a herbicide. identify-invasive-species/commonGlyphosate and Triclopyr are common buckthorn has pictures and videos to ingredients used in herbicide products. aid in buckthorn identification. The There is a mechanical tool called a Minnesota DNR also has a detailed weed wrench which can be used to web page with buckthorn information pull large roots out of the ground. located at dnr.state.mn.us/invasives/ Because the plant is such a survivor, it terrestrialplants/woody/buckthorn/conmay take multiple years to eradicate a trol.html. buckthorn thicket. Larger shrubs may Linda G. Tenneson is a University of be sawn off at ground level and the Minnesota master gardener and tree stumps treated with herbicide. The care advisor. v stumps are then covered with plastic or tin cans to ensure that the herbi-

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Huisman Farms developed income sideline piece by piece

By WHITNEY NESSE The Land Correspondent When outputs are not enough to offset inputs, or the number of families a farm needs to support increases, many farmers look for ways to diversify.

Whether it be custom farming, trucking in the offseason, or growing a niche crop, most will do whatever it takes to make ends meet. Such is the story for Huisman Farms of Atwater, Minn.

In the mid-2000’s, Tim Huisman and his father, Jim, purchased an unassembled Salford brand vertical tillage implement from Haug Equipment — a local, family-owned dealership. It was delivered to their farm in crates and the Husimans went to work assembling it. “We’ve owned seven different models [of Salford vertical tillers] and we’ve set all of ours up,” said Tim. This has led to Huisman Farms assembling many pieces of Salford implements for Haug Equipment.

“A few years ago, farming was pretty tough. In 2019, 2020 and 2021 it was hard to make money,” recalled Rod Lothert, an employee of Huisman Farms. “By setting up our own equipment from the factory, we really learn how it’s built. Then, if we have to problem-solve something, we can,” Tim said. This has helped Huisman Farms to keep repair costs at a minimum.

What got Tim Huisman into assembling his own equipment was his desire to learn. “I just like to learn and figure things out, to see how it all works. I like a challenge and I like to play around in the shop,” Tim gleamed. Huisman said assembling equipment has also given him bonding time with his young sons who like to tag along and help out.

In 2015, Huisman Farms built a shop where they are now able to assemble Salford tillers for Haug Equipment year-around. “[Our shop] is what makes it possible. We’ve got room, everything can be laid out — which makes it efficient. It’s air conditioned and heated so it doesn’t matter if it’s 95 degrees outside, it’s 68 degrees in here,” Huisman said.

Over the years, Husimans have purchased a few extra pieces of equipment for assembling the Salfords; but most of the tools needed they already owned.

Assembling Salford tillers also helps Huisman Farms use their workforce more efficiently and keep them

Pictured left to right are Rod Lothert, Jim Huisman and Tim Huisman.

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employed all year, Tim said. In the are getting more and more efficient past 18 months Huismans, along with with each implement they assemble.

Lothert, Tyler Slinden and Cole “Everyone has their own job,” said Weseman have put together over 30 Lothert. “It’s become easier and more implements. Each model has different efficient when the same person does attachments and variations and takes the same job” approximately 50 to 120 hours to “Salford makes a product I would assemble, Lothert added. consider the Swiss army knife [of tillEach implement comes with a manual and Huisman Farms has developed their own marking system.

Then, when everything is measured out and marked, they begin assembly. Tim Parts staged for putting together a Salford vertical tillage implement. said he likes to stage everything in the shop in groups age implements]. There are so many in the order in which it is going to be options of how you can use their prodused. “That way, if I find I’m missing uct. We’ve heard of people who use something, I can get it shipped in right them completely for spring. This is away,” he said. their field cultivator, their field prep for Lothert and Huisman both said they spring before planting. And we have

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guys who this is all they use for fall.

They’ve gone away from all rippers,” Husiman said.

Huisman Farms did not use their Salford this spring for tillage, but they used it a lot in the spring of 2021, Tim said. “For ourselves, we use the 2200 model for all of our cornstalks and bean ground behind the combine. We have a 5200 model we use on a third of our lighter, cornstalk tillage. It mixes trash very well,” Tim said.

“Our crop consultant has coached us on how to use [our vertical tiller] and when not to use it, and that’s huge.

Just like with any tillage tool, you need to use them correctly or you can make a mess!” mentioned Tim. Lothert and Huisman both commented that with the Salford vertical tillers they use, the excellent job of breaking down trash and the fact that they can pull them at over ten miles per hour in the field makes vertical tillage desirable. “From what we’ve seen, our vertical tiller can be managed over any soil type — even severe rock conditions.

Whenever someone thinks speed, they think, ‘I can’t use it because I have rocks.’ We’ve proven that rocks are not a problem for these things. They have been designed to handle rocks,” Huisman explained. Another advantage, Tim said, is that the Salford products have all individually-mounted discs rather than gangs.

Over the years, the team at Husiman Farms has gotten to know the ins and outs of each Salford they have assembled. “We are the ones that do the call backs for the dealer since we assembled it,” said Tim. “We go out and look at whatever the farmer is questioning.”

In the last 15 years, Huisman has only had two call backs. “We take pride in our work,” he said. When the tillers leave their shop, they leave looking neat and tidy.

Huisman Farms hasn’t limited themselves to only assembling Salford’s for Haug Equipment. “We’ve set up snowblowers, augers, planters — it’s not just Salford’s. We’ll try whatever!” Tim shared. “We want to be ready and available for whatever Haug Equipment needs us to do. We appreciate being able to deal with a hometown company.

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Calendar of Events Visit www.TheLandOnline.com to view our complete calendar and enter your own events, or send an e-mail with your event’s details to editor@ thelandonline.com.

Nov. 28 — What is a Fair Farm Rental Agreement — Owatonna, Minn. — Workshop will share examples, factsheets and worksheets to determine a farm rent price reasonable for both parties. Contact Claire LaCanne at lacanne@umn.edu or (507) 3300447.

OTHER DATES AND LOCATIONS: Nov. 28 — Faribault, Minn.

Nov. 29 — Gaylord, Minn.

Nov. 29 — Hutchinson, Minn.

Dec. 2 — Preston, Minn.

Dec. 2 — Caledonia, Minn.

Dec. 7 — Litchfield, Minn.

Dec. 7 — Buffalo, Minn.

Dec. 8 — Blooming Prairie, Minn.

Dec. 8 — Elko New Market, Minn.

Dec. 15 —Willmar, Minn.

Jan. 12 and Jan. 26, 2023 — Online Nov. 29-30 — Women in Ag Leadership Conference — Ames, Iowa — With nearly 30 speakers to be in attendance, “Together We Lead” is the theme of the sixth annual conference. Contact Madeline Schultz at schultz@iastate.edu or (515) 294-0588.

Nov. 30, Dec. 1 — Integrated Crop Management Conference — Ames, Iowa — Workshops will provide crop production professionals with informa-

tion and research updates on the past growing season and the tools to prepare for 2023. Contact ANR Program Services at anr@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6429.

Dec. 1 — Annual Dairy Discussions Seminar —Orange City, Iowa — This year’s focus is on cybersecurity issues for food producers including farmers, manufacturers, and processors. Contact Fred Hall at fredhall@iastate.edu or (712) 737-4230.

Dec. 1 — GreenSeam’s 39th Rural Forum —Mankato, Minn. — This year’s topic is Global Partnerships: Integrating People, Businesses, & Governments. For more information, please visit https:// greenseam.org/forum22.

Dec. 3 — State National Farmers Organization Convention — Olivia, Minn. — Some issues expected to be discussed will be the next farm bill, consolidation in agricultural markets, food security in dairy and livestock industries, and Country of Origin Labeling. Contact John Zschetzsche at johnzschetzsche@ outlook.com.

Dec. 8 — Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course — Hampton, Iowa — Topics to be covered include: Personal protective equipment, Safe handling, Storage of pesticides, and Pests, pest management and pesticides.

Contact Traci Kloetzer at tkloetze@ iastate.edu or (641) 456-4811.

Dec. 9-10 — Minnesota Cattle Industry Convention & Trade Show — Willmar, Minn. — The 2022 convention will feature MSCA’s annual Cattlemen’s College series with timely topics and speakers. Other highlights include MSCA and MN Cattlewomen annual meetings, live & silent auctions, setting 2022 legislative priorities, and networking opportunities. For more information, visit www. mnsca.org/events/convention.

Dec. 10 — Dairy Goat Management Seminar —Orange City, Iowa — This year’s focus is on goat health, feeding, and milk marketing. Contact Fred Hall at (712) 737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu.

Dec. 15-16 — Soil Management Summit — St. Cloud, Minn. — Learn how heavier, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time, reduced tillage and cover crop farmers as they share their experiences. Contact Jodi DeJongHughes at dejon003@umn.edu or (320) 235-0726 ext. 2006.

Jan. 3 — Crop Advantage Series — Sheldon, Iowa — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists will provide updated management options and recommendations on crop production issues. Meeting will also include continuing education credits for Certified Crop Advisers and pesticide applicator recertification. Contact ANR Program Services at anr@iastate.edu or (515) 294-6429.

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Jan. 10 — Okoboji, Iowa Jan. 11 — Webster City, Iowa Jan. 12 — Cedar Falls, Iowa Jan. 13 — Mason City, Iowa Jan. 24 — Le Mars, Iowa Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7 and 14 — Annie’s Project — Owatonna, Minn. — Course topics will include financial reporting, human resources, legal, market risk and production metrics. Contact Claire LaCanne at lacanne@umn.edu or (507) 444-7691.

Jan. 18-19 — MN Ag Expo — Mankato, Minn. — Learn what researchers are discovering about new uses for corn. The Expo will also include learning sessions focused on carbon credits, nitrogen, state regulations, and the 2023 farm bill. Contact MN Ag Expohttp://mnagexpo.com.

Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, and Mar. 2 — Annie’s Project - Education for Farm Women — St. Cloud, Minn. — Course topics will include financial reporting, human resources, legal, market risk, and production metrics.

Contact Anthony A. or Dana Adams at (320) 255-6169.

Feb. 2 — Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course — Hampton, Iowa — Topics to be covered include: Personal protective equipment, Safe handling, Storage of pesticides, and Pests, pest management and pesticides. Contact Traci Kloetzer at tkloetze@iastate.edu or (641) 456-4811.

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TruSoya soybeans are a healthy bet for Minnesota

By TIM KING and the Red River Valley of the Dakotas The Land Correspondent and northwestern Minnesota has a wellestablished infrastructure to preserve MANKATO, Minn. — TruSoya, a high the identity of a new soybean. oleic soybean developed collaboratively by the University of Minnesota, the “For the past 50 years, the Soybean Minnesota Soybean Research & Council has funded much of the research Promotion Council, and the United for food grade soybeans in that area,” Soybean Board, came one step closer to Nill said. “Minnesota, largely in the Red commercialization in the summer of River Valley, has the most acreage in 2022 when Tom Frisch, a Dumont, Minn. identity preserved food grade soybeans area farmer and vice chair of MSR&PC, of any state in the county.” harvested 160 acres of the new bean.

Companies in the Red River Valley, “The beans look phenomenal,” Frisch such as Brushvale, routinely pay farmPhoto submitted told the Soybean Council at a field day ers a premium for contracts to grow This photo was taken at the Frisch field day in August.

Tom Frisch is standing second from on his farm in August. “There was a thousands of acres of identity preserved need for someone to grow TruSoya and it right. varieties of specialty soybeans for foods which contained as its lipid (vegetable oil) source one worked for me to fill the gap. I believe such as tofu, miso and natto. that if we all do our part, we can help advance agri- of the three oils. They then sacrificed the mice and The companies work closely with the farmers, from conducted autopsies on them. culture.” planting to delivery to the elevator, to grow a top The result was that the cardiovascular system of quality crop of identity preserved soybeans, Nill said.

High oleic soy beans have grown in popularity since their commercial introduction in 2012 because their the mice fed conventional soybean oil had high levels They have as much interest in identity preservation oil provides a trans-fat-free replacement for partially of life threatening plaque buildup. The mice fed as the farmers. hydrogenated oil thereby making them heart health PLENISH, a high oleic soybean, had reduced but “The elevators for these beans are so clean you modest levels of plaque. The mice fed TruSoya oil had friendly. could eat off the floor,” Nill said.

“U.S. soybean farmers have lost food-oil demand the healthiest blood vessels with almost no plaque TruSoya, with its relatively short maturity date, annually since the onset of mandatory trans-fat build-up. will fit nicely into the well-developed identity preserThe NIH scientists recently published their findlabeling,” writes the United Soybean Board at its vation infrastructure. website. “High oleic soybeans offer U.S. farmers an ings in the International Journal of Molecular Nill says new oilseed crops such as TruSoya often opportunity to gain nine billion pounds of that Sciences. Their results were also highlighted at fail because of the cost of going from small bench size demand for soybean oil from food, industrial and Frisch’s August field day. oil pressings to large industrial quantities of oil. export customers.”

Most of Frisch’s TruSoya harvest will be sent to MSR&PC’s Agricultural Innovation Campus, curKim Nill, Director of Market Development at Chile to be grown out and harvested in the southern rently under construction near Crookston, will MSR&PC, says that TruSoya does offers the cardio- hemisphere’s summer growing season to further remove that stumbling block for TruSoya and other vascular health advantages of other high oleic variet- increase the quantity of the seed. Brushvale Seeds, of oilseed crops being developed. ies already on the market. He also points out that Breckenridge Minn., will continue to increase the The campus will include an intermediate size University of Minnesota soybean breeders, primarily seed in our summer of 2023 and will eventually Dr. Aaron Lorenz, took TruSoya to an even higher release the TruSoya seed for commercial production. crushing and oil extraction facility and Nill expects a level of heart health with the encouragement of their Nill encourages farmers — especially those in the portion of Frisch’s 2022 TruSoya harvest will be the Red River Valley area — to contact Brushvale Seeds first seed to be run through the plant when it is compartners at the MSR&PC. pleted in the first half of next year.

The University of Minnesota bred the TruSoya to if they are interested in exploring contracts to grow TruSoya.

The meal created from that crushing will be fed to not only be high in oleic acid, a fatty acid known to Preserving the identity of TruSoya seed is critical trout which are being raised in aquaculture ponds. benefit heart health as well as other aspects of human health, but to have a one-to-one balance of to the success of the new variety. Brushvale Seed has Ongoing research suggests that the high omega-3 in v two other fatty acids important to human health, a long history of identity preservation of soybeans the meal can be passed on to the trout. omega-6 (linoleic acid) and omega-3 (linolenic acid), according to Nill.

Those unique properties brought TruSoya to the attention of biomedical researchers at the National The publication reviews elements and substances AMES, Iowa — Understanding water quality and Institutes of Health in Maryland. how to interpret water test results is valuable for commonly assessed in a water quality test. It also explains recommendations and research results for “We got a call out of the blue from NIH asking us to producers, managers and consultants. send two soy oils to them,” Nill said. “They wanted us Water Quality in Swine Barns – How Do We Define specific substances, the impact on pig performance to send oil from conventional soy beans along with It? highlights the parameters pork producers should and at what level producers should use mitigation strategies.

TruSoya oil.” focus on when testing drinking water in pig barns.

Download the three-page pdf publication IPIC The NIH fed the conventional and TruSoya oil, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach along with oil from the CORTEVAS herbicide-resis- swine specialist Matt Romoser hopes the content can 204 at no charge from the Iowa State University tant high oleic soybean PLENISH, to three groups of help producers better understand what their water Extension store. specially-bred laboratory mice that mimic the human test results mean. It also can help when troubleshootThis article was submitted by Iowa State University lifecycle during their short life. The mice, known as ing production issues, and determining which situa- Extension and Outreach. v humanized or LDLR deficient mice, were fed a diet tions need corrective actions to improve water quality.

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Plumeless thistle not originally from these parts I don’t know about you, but I’m already missing seeing all the purple flowers of July and August! The fall weather is making me nostalgic for watching all the new blooms of native plants each week in the summertime. One purple flower that always catches my eye is that of a thistle. It’s mostly the non-native thistles that catch my eye, though it is always a fun “treat” to stumble upon a native thistle.

In Minnesota, there are several species of thistle that are native to the state. The native thistle species are great pollinator plants and are often overlooked in restoration plantings. The simplest way to distinguish between native and nonnative thistles is by touch: you will be able to touch native thistles without hurting too much! Though, this is not the only distinguishing characteristic, so be sure to do some additional research. Check out the Xerces Society for a guide to native thistles in the United States.

Perhaps more widespread are the nonnative thistles, of which we also have several species in Minnesota — including the plumeless thistle, Carduus acanthoides.

Plumeless thistle is a biennial species, meaning it grows in two-year lifecycles. Its first year after germination is spent gathering resources as a basal rosette. A basal rosette is a great adaptation for survival, exhibited by many weeds and native plants alike. The outspread leaves shade out competition, grab drops of rain, and absorb the maximum amount of sunlight for a plant to later send up a flower.

2-3 inches in size, and disk-like, while flowers of plumeless thistle are smaller and tear-dropped in shape at 1 inch in size. Flowers of plumeless thistle occur singularly or in clumps of two to five.

Plumeless thistle is detrimental for grazing agriculture, can disrupt the native ecosystem, and is listed as a Prohibited Noxious Weed on the Control list in Minnesota. Landowners should actively scout for plumeless thistle on their properties and prevent plants from going to seed and spreading. For more information, and additional identifying characteristics and photos, visit www.mda.state.mn.us.

This article was submitted by Maggie Barnick, Minnesota Department of Agriculture v Plumeless thistle blooms in its second year. It is perhaps the spiniest thistle in the state, and in its second year, has deeply lobed leaves that are up to eight inches long with sharp winged spines all along the leaf margins.

Plumeless thistle is closely related to another nonnative thistle, the nodding or musk thistle (C. nutans), though the flowers are a third of the size.

Stems of both species differ from native thistle species because they are very spiny as a result of the leaf bases attaching directly to the stems and extending downward, often referred to as “spiny wings”. Touching the stem of both plumeless and nodding thistles without heavy gloves for protection is never a good idea! Flowers of nodding thistle are

www.TheLandOnline.com Industrial hemp applications now being accepted ST. PAUL — Online applications are now open for anyone wishing to grow or process hemp in Minnesota in 2023. A license from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture is required for individuals and businesses.

Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2023, and a license is good for the 2023 calendar year.

Those actively growing hemp plants indoors past Dec. 31, 2022, must renew their license before expiration at the end of the year.

The application can be found on the MDA website at www.mda.state.mn.us/industrialhemp. Along with the online form, first-time applicants need to submit fingerprints and pass a criminal background check.

Growers are required to complete a Farm Service Agency 578 form for all hemp varieties and locations planted. This must be submitted no more than days

10 after planting to the county FSA office (or offices) where the hemp is grown.

Growers are responsible for submitting a planting report and harvest report to the MDA. A grower license no longer includes one regulatory sample for pre-harvest THC testing. Each official regulatory sample collected by MDA will cost $100.

License fees will remain the same. The minimum cost of a grower license is $400. A processing license is a minimum of $500.

The MDA will continue random inspections of processor locations.

Questions should be sent to hemp.mda@state.mn. us or (651) 201-6600.

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Prepare your backyard chickens for winter weather ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Many central Minnesota farms and homesteads have poultry on their property. With winds howling and the temperature dipping steadily lower, bird owners may ponder if their birds are ready for winter.

Water is always important to all forms of livestock, and that pattern persists in poultry. It’s important in digestion, temperature regulation, and incidentally in egg production. (Eggs are 70 percent water.) Each bird will generally drink about one quart of water for every pound of feed they eat. Birds should have access to fresh water daily, which on days regularly below freezing can be a challenge. Heated bases for waterers and highly-insulated water containers can assist in keeping warm water unfrozen for several hours. (Rubber pans can also be employed to easily remove ice Birds will consume a considerable amount of feed — especially to keep warm in the cold. High-energy feeds (for example, grain and oilseeds) can be used to supply extra energy. Be mindful to not oversupply, as excess energy can result in feather-pecking. (To stop this behavior, consider using a balanced feed.)

An underappreciated focus of chicken management is coop ventilation. Chickens water consumption inevitably leads to waste. This waste manifests as moist droppings; and with insufficient ventilation, results in wet litter which can produce harmful ammonia for the chickens and even the caretakers.

These damp conditions can even increase incidences of respiratory diseases. Large birds and large flocks can produce enough body heat collectively to not warrant additional ventilation. Small birds will most likely need some assistance. Poor ventilation can result in reduced egg production, increased feed consumption, frostbitten tissues, and overall, very uncomfortable birds. Be sure your coop has dry, deep bedding, insulation and adequate ventilation.

Safety is routinely cited as a concern when considering supplemental heat. Barn fires are startlingly real. When evaluating heat sources, great care should be taken to keep them clean, dust free, and shielded from the flock.

Regardless of flock size, ventilation should be evaluated, allowing fresh air in, and moist air out, without creating a draft.

After addressing your flock’s food needs, water consumption, and shelter, there are still demands which need to be tended to. Lighting plays a role in dictating a chicken’s laying cycle. This becomes very apparent in the winter when natural light significantly decreases. Hens typically lay eggs when days are long (spring and early summer), molting and stopping laying eggs when day length shortens (fall and winter).

For those interested in collecting eggs when the weather is a little cooler, artificial lights can be used to make the day length the necessary 14 hours (start-

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ing around Sept. 1). Consider using supplemental lighting and a timer in the morning before sunrise.

This strategy supports chickens’ poor vision in the dark, avoiding a chicken being stranded on the floor overnight that could result from evening light. The light should not be overly bright (excessively bright lights can increase incidences of pecking), with an appropriate brightness of one to three foot-candles. A good guideline to follow: You should be able to read a newspaper in an appropriately lit pen.

Many small-scale chicken owners can forget about flock safety until animals are directly threatened.

This aspect of animal management should not be forgotten because many hungry predators clearly remember these waiting chicken dinners. Ventilation openings can be an open door for predators to access your birds. These openings should be covered with sturdy wire or screens. Not only chickens, but stored feed may be on the menu. Pest proof your animal’s water sources and feed against rodents, wild birds and predators with secure containers. Preventing them access will pay dividends — not only in flock safety, but towards quality biosecurity for your flock.

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Women in Ag Leadership Conference announced

AMES, Iowa — “Together We Lead” is the theme of the sixth annual Women in Ag Leadership Conference organized by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. The conference takes place Nov. 29-30 at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center in Ames, Iowa.

Nov. 29’s events run from 1-8 p.m. Attendees can choose from five campus tours including the horse farms, poultry farms and feed mill, agricultural and biosystems engineering, student innovation center, and a steam tunnel and history tour. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., Nov. 30’s events continue through 4 p.m.

Session topics include leadership, managing your cyber ecosystem, the new rules of remote work, agricultural carbon credit markets, strategic planning, and unconventional health tips.

The cost to attend is $90 for adults and $45 for students. A limited number of attendance scholarships are available by emailing schultz@iastate.edu.

For more information, visit the conference website at https://www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu/womeninag/ or contact Madeline Schultz at schultz@ iastate.edu or (515) 294-0588.

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Land rental agreements can benefit growers and landlords Arriving at equitable land rental rates is always an ongoing challenge for farm operators and landlords alike; and will likely be an even bigger challenge for the 2023 growing season.

bushel for corn and $13.30 per bushel for soybeans.

(Market year average prices are the average farmlevel prices calculated from Sept. 1 in the year of harvest until Aug. 31 of the following year.) The market Many times, land rental year average prices in rates for a coming crop year FARM PROGRAMS recent years for corn were are based on the profitabili$4.53 per bushel in ty in crop production in the

By Kent Thiesse 2020-21, $3.56 in previous year or two 2019-20, $3.61 in before. In some cases, 2018-19, and this can present profit$3.36 in 2017-18 ability challenges for Recent market year average soyfarm operators if grain prices drop or bean prices were $10.80 per bushthere are yield challenges. On the el in 2020-21, $8.57 in 2019-20, other hand, there can be extra profit $8.48 in 2018-19, and $9.33 in for farm operators in years with above-average yields and higher levels 2017-18. As of Nov. 1, USDA is estimating the market year averof crop prices. Many landlords have gradually been increasing cash rental age prices for the 2022-23 marketing year at $6.80 for corn and rates since 2019. $14.00 for soybeans.

Approximately two-thirds of the Current cash corn prices for Fall farmland in the upper Midwest is delivery for the 2023 crop year under some type of cash rental agreeare near $5.50 to $5.75 per bushel ment. Based on farm business management land rental data compiled by at many locations in the upper Midwest; while 2023 cash soybean the University of Minnesota, average prices are near $13.00 to $13.50 per rental rates from 2015 to 2019 in bushel. The USDA Farm Service Minnesota declined by 10-20 percent Agency is using $5.40 per bushel for after showing an average increase of corn and $12.40 per bushel for soy40 to 50 percent from 2010 to 2014. beans as 2023 planning prices for Based on the U of M data, average FSA-based annual farm loans. land rental rates in the region for However, FSA is using only $4.00 per 2020 and 2021 increased by 5 to 10 bushel for corn and $10.00 per bushel percent. According to a U.S. for soybeans as planning prices on Department of Agriculture Cash FSA loans longer than one year.

Rental Summary released in late August, average cash rental rates in Many farm operators will have sigmost counties increased by 5 to 10 nificantly higher crop input costs in percent in 2022 compared to average 2023 compared to 2022 or 2021, and 2021 rental rates, and have increased could face some challenging breakeven by 15 to 20 percent since 2019. Farm price levels next year if 2023 land management analysts expect 2023 rental rates are set at high levels. cash rental rates to again show a sigBased on Southern Minnesota Farm nificant increase in most areas, given Business Management records, the the current strong corn and soybean average total direct cost in 2021 for prices. seed, fertilizer, chemicals, fuel, etc. (excluding land rents) on cash rental The commodity prices for corn and corn acres was near $460 per acre; soybeans in 2022 reached the highest and was near $245 per acre on cash levels since 2012-13, due to increased domestic usage and higher export lev- rented soybean acres. Average direct els of U.S. corn and soybeans — along expenses for 2022 increased considerably for many farm operators — mainwith associated decreases in the ly due to higher fertilizer, chemical, nation’s grain supplies. fuel, labor and repair expenses. The The final USDA national market 2021 FBM records showed an average year average crop prices for the 2021- of $106 per acre on cash rented corn 2022 marketing year were $6.00 per acres and $68 per acre on soybean

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acres for overhead expenses, which includes machinery costs, hired labor, insurance, and other ongoing expenses; but does not include any net return to the farm operator. Most farm management analysts expect total direct and overhead expenses for corn production to increase by 15 to 20 percent in 2023, with an increase of 10 to 15 percent for soybean production.

be approximately $5.71 per bushel, which would drop to $5.00 per bushel with a corn yield of 200 bushels per acre. If a $60 per acre allocation for labor and management (family living expenses) is included, the corn price breakeven levels would rise to $6.05 per bushel with a 175 bushel per acre yield, and $5.30 per bushel with a 200 bushel per acre yield. If the cash rental rate or other expenses are $50 per acre higher than estimates, breakeven levels increase to $6.34 According to a U.S. Department per bushel at 175 bushels per acre and to $5.55 per bushel at of Agriculture Cash Rental 200 bushels per acre.

Summary released in late

August, average cash rental rates in most counties increased by 5 to 10 percent in 2022 compared to average 2021 rental rates, and have increased by 15 to 20 percent since 2019. Farm management analysts expect 2023 cash rental rates to again show a significant increase in most areas, given the current strong corn and soybean prices.

Similarly, with soybeans, using direct expenses of $300 per acre, overhead expenses of $85 per acre, and land rent of $280 per acre, total costs would be $665 per acre. The breakeven soybean price to cover the cost of production and land rent would be about $13.30 per bushel with a yield of 50 bushels per acre, which would decline to $11.08 per bushel with a yield of 60 bushels per acre. If a $60 per acre allocation is included for labor and management, the soybean breakeven price increases to $14.50 per bushel at a 50 bushel per acre yield, and $12.08 per bushel at a 60 bushel per acre yield.

Typically, southern and western Minnesota farm operators use average yields between 175 and 200 bushels per acre for corn and 50 to 60 bushels per acre for soybeans for cash flow planning purposes. If the direct expenses for corn are $600 per acre, with overhead expenses of $120 per acre, and a land rental rate at $280 per acre, the total expenses — before any allocation for labor and management — would be $1,000 per acre.

With a corn yield of 175 bushels per acre, the breakeven price to cover the cost of production and land rent would

There can be big differences in crop yields and expenses from farm-tofarm, which can cause breakeven prices to vary compared to the average.

Based on 2021 FBM records for southern Minnesota, the average breakeven price for corn on cash rented land to cover direct expenses and overhead See THIESSE, pg. 15

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Grain Outlook Corn sees slight surge; soybeans no The following marketing analysis is for the week ending Nov. 18.

CORN — Happy Thanksgiving! After a slightly soft start last week, Nov. 15’s headline that a missile landed in Poland and killed two people shook up the market. Thankfully, cool heads prevailed before any retaliation was undertaken. It was determined the missile was errantly fired by Ukrainian air defenses and was an accident, not an intentional attack against Poland by anyone.

In the last half of the week, the United Nations, Russia and Ukraine agreed the Black Sea grain corridor would be extended beyond the Nov. 19 end date for another 120 days. The UN and PHYLLIS NYSTROM Ukraine had been hoping for a CHS Hedging Inc. full-year extension. The current St. Paul deal’s details will be maintained; but Russia says they still have issues which need to be addressed concerning removing barriers to their grain and fertilizer exports.

Russia’s bombardment of Ukraine’s energy grid and infrastructure continued — regardless of the grain agreement.

Rail logistics moving forward are in flux. This week, the smallest union — the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers — rejected the proposed contract. Negotiations are continuing; but if one union strikes, other unions have indicated they will not cross a picket line. The two largest unions are expected to announce voting results on Nov. 21.

All 12 unions need to approve the contract. If a strike occurs, the earliest date I’ve seen it could occur is Dec. 9.

Water levels on the U.S. river system have improved with recent rains. The situation has not been solved, however. For now, barge drafts and tow sizes have been increased. CIF and barge values have declined as the upper Mississippi River prepares for its winter closure. Demand for barges has subsided on other rivers as harvest completes and bin doors slam shut.

Mexico made the fifth-largest single-day corn purchase on record this week of 73.5 million bushels. Of the total, 48.9 million was for this year and 24.6 million bushels for next year. This was a little interesting since Mexico has said they won’t accept GMO corn beginning in 2024. In another purchase, Mexico bought 9 million bushels of U.S. corn for this year.

Cash Grain Markets corn/change* Stewartville $6.26 -.02 Edgerton $6.86 -.02 Jackson $6.68 +.01 Hope $6.47 +.01 Cannon Falls $6.24 -.04 Sleepy Eye $6.59 -.12 St. Cloud $6.30 -.11 Madison $6.45 -.13 Redwood Falls $6.60 -.06 Fergus Falls $6.30 -.20 Morris $6.44 -.12 Tracy $6.65 -.06 Average: $6.49 Year Ago Average: $5.57

soybeans/change* $13.98 -.02 $14.52 -.08 $14.34 -.06 $14.15 -.13 $13.97 -.06 $14.32 -.03 $14.17 -.13 $14.32 -.08 $14.27 +.87 $14.02 +.55 $14.32 -.18 $14.32 -.08

$14.23 $12.31

Grain prices are effective cash close on Nov. 21. *Cash grain price change represents a two-week period.

Weekly export sales were a marketing year high; but were within expectations at 46 million bushels with Mexico as the largest buyer. Total commitments of 626 million bushels are down 52 percent from last year. Commitments as a percentage of the U.S. Department of Agriculture outlook are 29 percent and the lowest since 1994. We need to average 35.3 million bushels of sales per week to hit the USDA’s 2.15 billion bushel export projection.

Expectations are the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates another 75 basis points in December and we could be headed to a recession may limit the upside.

Weekly ethanol production fell by 40,000 barrels per day to 1.01 million bpd. This was the first production downtick in seven weeks to a five-week low and 4.6 percent below last year. Stocks fell 894,000 barrels to 21.3 million barrels, the lowest since December 2021. Margins dropped 35 cents to 36 cents per gallon. Gasoline demand declined by 269,000 barrels to 8.74 million barrels. The fourweek average gasoline demand is down 5.3 percent from last year.

Short-term rain events have helped Argentina’s crop as seen by the Buenos Aires Grain Exchange rating their corn at 11 percent good/excellent and up 2 percent from last week. The BAGE put corn planting at 24 percent vs. 36 percent on average while the Ag Secretary put it at 32 percent complete vs. 48 percent complete on average. More rain will be needed going forward as drier conditions are expected to return in the next two weeks.

Brazil’s first corn planting is 86 percent complete and just ahead of the 83 percent average.

Outlook: Corn had a decent technical week by holding above its 100-day moving average and posting two outside, higher days. The $6.50 per bushel level is seen as the next support level with $6.80 as the first resistance and trading range bounded by the 50 and 100-day moving averages. Seasonally, corn trends moderately higher through the end of the year. The U.S. dollar had some big swings during the week, but was in a sideways trend. We seem to be trading headlines that incorporate macro influences.

Expectations are the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates another 75 basis points in December and we could be headed to a recession may limit the upside.

For the week, December corn was 9.75 cents higher at $6.67.75, July gained 4.25 cents at $6.62.5, and December 2023 eked out a three-quarter-cent higher close at $6.10.5 per bushel.

Price action around Thanksgiving shows March corn has only moved a dime in either direction once since 2011. In seven of the last 11 years, March corn has moved in the opposite direction the day after Thanksgiving vs. the day before.

The grain markets will trade normal hours on Nov. 23, and then don’t reopen until 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 25 and will close early that day at 12:05 p.m. December options expire at the close on Nov. 25.

SOYBEANS — Rainfall in South America put a damper on soybean prices to begin the week and pressure extended throughout the week. January soybeans were led lower by a very weak soyoil market despite the highest soybean weekly export sales report of the marketing year. The only fresh daily export sale announcement this week was to Mexico which bought 9.6 million bushels of U.S. soybeans.

The extension of the Black Sea deal keeps sunflower oil exports alive. A strong ringgit and perceived competition for exports setback Malaysian palm oil to a one-month low. These factors in combination with weaker energy markets shot soyoil prices to their lowest since late October.

At the G20 Summit, the presidents of China and Argentina met. China committed to deepening its cooperation with Argentina in the areas of infrastructure, agriculture, energy, and aviation. Trade chatter includes Argentina considering offering a special exchange rate for agricultural products beyond soybeans. This has not been confirmed and is still a rumor. Covid cases in China are on the rise and raise concerns about Chinese demand for about everything. Citizens in Beijng were urged to stay home over the weekend.

Recent rain in Brazil and Argentina were most welcome and leaves Brazil in generally good shape.

Argentina will need additional rains as a return to See NYSTROM, pg. 15

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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Put all flexible land lease agreement details in writing THIESSE, from pg. 13 costs, plus about a $50 per acre return to management, was $4.09 per bushel, with a range of $3.57 per bushel to $4.66 per bushel. The 2021 FBM average breakeven price for soybeans was $7.74 per bushel, with a range of $6.53 to $10.00 per bushel.

The 2021 FBM average yields were 203 bushels per acre for corn and 62 bushels per acre for soybeans, which were above-average yields.

leases are a nice alternative for landlords who want to continue to work with long-standing farm operators on multi-year rental contracts, without setting cash rental rates too high to keep the current tenants.

good communication between the farm operator and the landlord.

Iowa State University has some very good resources on flexible cash leases and written cash rental lease contracts, including sample cash rental conUtilizing flexible cash lease agreements between tracts, which are available on their “Ag Decision farm operators and landlords can be a good manMaker” web site,: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/ agement strategy as an alternative to extremely agdm/. The University of Minnesota puts out an high straight cash rental rates. However, these annual publication on annual rental rates and has agreements need to be fair and equitable to all parsome worksheets available for determining equitaConsiderations for flexible cash leases ties.

Landlords also need to be willing to adjust the ble land rental rates and evaluating flexible lease An alternative to a flat cash rental rate which base cash rental rates lower as necessary if crop examples — as well as sample cash rental leases may be difficult to “cash flow” would be for producmargins become quite tight, as occurred from 2015which are available at https://extension.umn.edu/ ers and landlords to consider using a “flexible cash 2019. business/farmland-rent-and-economics. For addilease” rental agreement. Flexible cash lease agreeIt is extremely important that all aspects of a flex- tional information on flexible rental leases, land ments allow the final cash rental rate to vary as rental rates, and 2022 crop budgets, as well as samible land rental lease agreement be detailed in a crop prices and/or yields vary; or as gross revenue ple lease contracts, contact me via e-mail at kent. written rental contract signed by all parties. The per acre exceeds established targets. The use of a thiesse@minnstarbank.com. flexible cash rental lease is potentially fairer to both agreement should include the base rent and yield, price determination, as well as other provisions of a Kent Thiesse is a government farm programs anathe landlord and the farm operator, depending on flex lease. Successful flexible cash lease agreements lyst and a vice president at MinnStar Bank in Lake the situation, and how the flexible lease is set up.

Crystal, Minn. He may be reached at (507) 726-2137 A “true” flexible cash lease allows for the landlord — just as any other long-term cash rental agreement — have always involved cooperation, trust and or kent.thiesse@minnstarbank.com. v to receive additional land rental payments above a base land rental rate if the actual crop yields and/or market prices, or the gross revenue per acre, exceed established base figures. It would also allow for the base rent to be adjusted downward if the actual crop yields and prices per acre fall below the established base figures.

Most flexible leases have been modified in recent years into a “bonus rent” agreement. This type of flexible lease uses a reasonable base rental rate which can flex upward with an added rental payment to the landlord if the base crop yield and/or base crop prices, or the base crop revenue per acre, are exceeded. However, the final rental rate does not drop below the base rental rate.

Good weather in South America will hold down soybean price NYSTROM, from pg. 14

drier conditions is predicted in the next two weeks.

This week’s October National Oilseed Processors Association Soybean Crush report was almost exactly as expected. The crush was 184.5 million bushels and was the second largest crush for October and the fourth-highest on record for any month. Soyoil stocks There are many variations to setting up a flexible were 1.528 billion pounds. Crush margins have lease agreement between a landlord and farm oper- declined, but are still historically strong which will ator — including using yield only, price only, a base help limit the downside in soybeans. The flat price crop revenue compared to a harvest crop revenue. will need to be high enough to keep bushels moving The big key, regardless of the flexible lease agreein the pipeline. ment, is that both the landlord and tenant fully Safras and Mercado raised its Brazilian soybean understand the rental agreement and the calculaproduction estimate by 3 million metric tons to 154.5 tions used to determine the final rental rate. It is mmt compared to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s also very important that flexible lease agreements, 152 mmt outlook. as well as all land rental contracts, be finalized with The BAGE put Argentina’s soybean planting at 12 a written agreement. percent complete vs. 28.7 percent last year and 31 Flexible leases can work well for newer or younger percent on average; but the Argentine Ag Secretary farm operators who may not be able to afford the put it at 32 percent complete. There are concerns higher cash rental rates for farmland. A flexible Argentina’s soybean acres could be smaller than lease makes it easier for producers to utilize risk expected if conditions don’t get better. management tools such as crop revenue insurance Weekly export sales were a marketing year high policies and forward pricing of grain. A flexible and the highest since September 2020 at 111.3 millease, with a fair base rental rate, allows landlords lion bushels! Over half the total was to China. This the security of a solid base rental rate, while having the opportunity to share in added profits when crop moved total commitments from 1 percent behind last year to 4 percent ahead of last year at 1.3 billion prices and/or yields exceed expectations — such as bushels. Total commitments as a percentage of the occurred in many areas in 2021 and 2022. Flexible USDA target are 64.6 percent and the biggest since

2020. We need to average 18.2 million bushels of sales per week to reach the USDA’s 2.045 billion bushel export forecast.

Outlook: January soybeans dropped to their lowest since Oct. 31 on weaker vegetable oil and energy prices and recent rain in South America. January soybeans have once again moved to the lower end of the recent $14.00 to $14.70 per bushel trading range.

Its 100-day moving average is near $14.13 per bushel.

If South American weather is favorable and China’s Covid cases continue to increase, the upside may be limited. At least one weather forecaster believes La Niña’s effects are fading, which if true would lead to expectations that Argentina’s losses may be limited and Brazil would be on pace for a record crop.

For the week, January soybeans dropped 21.75 cents to $14.28.25, July tumbled 17.75 cents to $14.42.25, and November 2023 was 13.75 cents lower at $13.73.5 per bushel.

March soybean price action around the Thanksgiving holiday is a mixed bag. In four of the last five years, prices have moved in the opposite direction the day after the holiday vs. the day before.

Weekly price changes in December wheat for the week ended Nov. 18: Chicago wheat fell 10.5 cents to $8.03.25, Kansas City fell 9.25 cents to $9.34.25, and Minneapolis rallied 5.75 cents to $9.51.5 per bushel. v

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Ag education programs lead way to new careers

By TIM KROHN Mankato Free Press Since before statehood, farmers have been working the rich soils of south-central Minnesota. The grains and livestock produced in the Mankato region continue to provide a major economic benefit and southern Minnesota is one of the leaders in Minnesota and U.S. ag production.

As farms have grown and flourished so has the agribusiness sector in and around Mankato. Soybean oil crushing, food processing, ag technology companies, ag banking and many more are attracted to and growing steadily in the local area.

Shane Bowyer, director of the AgriBusiness and Food Innovation Program at Minnesota State University, said the ag dominance in the area prompted the university a few years ago to start agribusiness programs. “We have a lot of alumni in the agribusiness world who wanted us to do more.”

The program, in MSU’s business department, got up and running last year. There is also a new Agricultural Sciences program in the college of science, engineering and technology.

Bowyer said that while the programs are young, the university’s goal is to create a school of ag. “We want to let students know they don’t have to go out of state to get an ag degree. We want to get to a point where we don’t just have a few majors, but really partner with industries.”

While the University of Minnesota has a school of ag and Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall has a small program, many students seek a school of ag out of state.

“South Dakota State, Iowa State, U of M and River Falls have them. We’re right in the middle of all those, in ag country,” Bowyer said.

A good harvest While southern Minnesota went into the fall in a deep drought, the harvest, while varied based on location, was good and crop prices remained relatively strong.

As Mapleton area farmer Pat Duncanson was harvesting in October, he said it was apparent some areas were blessed with timely rains over the summer and some weren’t.

“It’s location, location, location. If you’re in the

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neighborhoods where the rain was just right, the yields are very good.”

Kent Thiesse, farm management analyst and vice president at MinnStar Bank in Lake Crystal, said he was impressed with the corn and soybean yields he was hearing about, but said some areas got more timely rains over the summer.

“Some areas only had 8 to 10 inches from May 1 through September and they’re still getting average yields. In central and southern Blue Earth County and down to Iowa, they picked up 15 to 20 inches of rainfall in that period so it was highly variable.”

But in northern Nicollet County, and to the north and west of there, they didn’t see as much rain and saw more variation in yields.

Duncanson said he believes that farming practices his family has been involved in in recent years is also producing better yields, while protecting the soil and water.

“We’re happy to see some of our soil resiliency practices are continuing to pay off. Reduced tillage, and almost no till in some cases, and cover crops on some farms,” Duncanson said.

“That’s just an overall shift in our farming practice — much less intensive tillage.”

Supply-chain snags The biggest story for farmers the past year was supply-chain issues and Duncanson expects they will continue.

“We’ve gotten used to the supply issues. There’s almost an expectation that things like parts or anything will be delayed. That’s a fundamental shift. We used to get things the next day or two routinely but not anymore.

“Sometimes we’re starting to get more things in a timely manner, but there’s just an apprehension that we don’t know how the supply chain is going to work.”

Prices hold up Thiesse said crop prices, although lower than early in the summer, were still strong as the harvest was in full swing.

a pretty severe drop in early summer. Since then, with reports of lower yields nationwide, prices regained about half of what was lost in the early summer.

Corn sold locally out of the field at about $6.50 per bushel and soybeans at about $13 a bushel.

“Those are nice numbers,” he said.

Hog prices the past year have been relatively good, but Duncanson said the higher price of corn used to feed hogs has made it an “OK” year for hogs.

And for the first time in a long time, there has been almost no new construction of hog facilities. “High construction costs and higher interest rates means projects just don’t work financially,’’ Duncanson said.

“But things will change. It’s not doom and gloom.”

Ag education a focus Bowyer said the agribusiness and food innovation major in the business department and the agricultural sciences major out of the college of engineering and technology are new, but he sees a lot of growth and potential.

“It’s starting to pick up and it’s exciting. We’re just continuing to put it together to show we do have ag.”

Bowyer said there are a lot of well-paying and varied degrees related to ag, but students and their parents may not know about them.

“We have to work at showing all the potential and good jobs there are. We have a lot of students from rural areas but farms are getting fewer. We have a lot of students from the Twin Cities who think ag and think farms and farm labor.

“So we were intentional about our name — ag innovation and food innovation — because then students can see how it funnels into a lot of different industries.”

He said agribusiness degrees work into a variety of careers, including ag lending, marketing, accounting, crop insurance, implement manufacturing and more.

On the ag science site, careers include agronomy, soil and nutrient analysis, food processing and a variety of other science-based ag careers.

The Free Press and The Land are sister publications Duncanson said that after Russia invaded Ukraine owned by The Free Press Media. v in February grain prices shot up but then there was

FSA elections open this week The U.S. Department of Agriculture is mailing ballots for the Farm Service Agency county and urban county committee elections to all eligible agricultural producers and private landowners across the country.

Elections are occurring in certain Local Administrative Areas for these committee members who make important decisions about how federal farm programs are administered locally. Producers and landowners must return ballots to their local FSA county office or have their ballots be postmarked

by Dec. 5 in order for those ballots to be counted.

Newly elected committee members will take office Jan. 1, 2023.

Producers can find out if their LAA is up for election and if they are eligible to vote by contacting their local FSA county office. Eligible voters who do not receive a ballot in the mail can request one from their local FSA county office. For more information, visit fsa.usda.gov/elections.

This article was submitted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. v

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AG13XF3 Relative Maturity: 1.3 Medium-tall plant with good standability.

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Z2303E Relative Maturity: 2.3 Enlist E3 Variety This exciting new bean has an excellent combination of stress tolerance, standability and white mold protection. With stacked resistance genes for phytophthora and high yield performance, Zinesto 2303E is a great all-around bean for both offense and defense.

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17E335N Relative Maturity: 1.7 Brand: IMPACT — distributed by Legend Seeds This New Enlist E3 bean brings it all! This variety high yield combined with good white mold and iron deficiency chlorosis protection and great sudden death syndrome tolerance.

20E343N Relative Maturity: 2.0 Brand: IMPACT — distributed by Legend Seeds 20E343N is a new high-yield contender with impressive emergence on no-till acres and very good sudden death syndrome tolerance. This Enlist E3 variety also has good iron deficiency chlorosis and white mold scores.

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G1070E Relative Maturity: 1.1 A new addition to the Renk lineup, this 1.1 RM, E3 soybean features strong stress tolerance along with excellent brown stem rot tolerance and high yield potential with above average white mold tolerance.

G1750E Relative Maturity: 1.7 This new 1.7 RM E3 soybean brings a strong combination of yield and disease tolerance. It has the 3A gene for Phytophthora as well as great standability lending to overall great white mold tolerance.

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G2270E Relative Maturity: 2.2 A new offering for Renk in the 2.2 RM, this E3 soybean brings solid sudden death syndrome and stress tolerance along with con-

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RS253NXF Relative Maturity: 2.5 This showy 2.5 RM XtendFlex variety brings very good stress tolerance, white mold, brown stem rot and iron deficiency chlorosis tolerance to the table. Its broad adaptability provides for use across many different yield environments.

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High prices are sinking domestic butter use This column was written for the marketing week ending Nov. 18.

Americans chewed through a lot of cheese in September, says the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest Dairy Supply and Utilization report.

Total consumption hit 1.18 billion pounds, up 3.6 percent from Sept.

2021, the second consecutive month to top year ago levels, and the strongest year-over-year gain since March, according to HighGround Dairy.

Domestic consumption hit 1.1 billion pounds, up 3.5 percent. Exports totaled 78.8 million, up 5.1 percent, and up 12.5 percent year-to-date — thanks to low U.S. prices.

Butter usage totaled 162 million pounds, 151.3 million of that in domestic use, down 18.4 percent from a year ago. This is the lowest volume since June, due to the high prices, no doubt. Exports totaled 10.7 million, up a whopping 48.6 percent and up 40.9 percent year-to-date.

Nonfat-skim milk powder totaled 219 million pounds, down 6.2 percent, with exports down 7.1 percent. Total utilization remained below prior year levels for the fourth consecutive month, says HighGround Dairy, negatively impacted by both domestic and export demand.

Dry whey utilization totaled 79.5 million pounds, off 0.3 percent from 2021. While domestic usage was down 23.8 percent, exports were up 22.4 percent — much of that thanks to China’s increased purchases for its rebounding hog herd.

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Anhydrous milkfat was up 2.7

By Lee Mielke percent after falling 1.7 percent, but butter was down 0.8 percent following a 0.2 percent rise last time.

GDT cheddar was down 1.3 percent after a 0.9 percent gain, and lactose was down 4.6 percent after dropping 1 percent.

take time. Americans were “chomping at the bit to get out from under Covid,” he explained, but “People are more fearful in China. It’s a different culture; plus China seems to change its tune week to week on this matter.”

StoneX Dairy Group says the GDT 80 percent butterfat butter price equates to $2.1371 per pound U.S., down 1.7 cents after dropping 5.8 cents in the last event, and compares to Chicago Mercantile Exchange butter which closed Nov. 18 at $2.81. GDT cheddar, at $2.1527, was down 2.5 cents after losing 9 cents last time, and compares to Nov. 18’s CME block cheddar at $2.2325. GDT skim milk powder averaged $1.3864 per pound, up from $1.3479. Whole milk powder averaged $1.5410 per pound, up from $1.4875. CME Grade A nonfat dry milk closed Nov. 18 at $1.4275 per pound.

The Wall Street Journal reported, “China’s economy sank into a deeper funk last month as the weight of strict zero-Covid measures, a real-estate downturn and sinking export demand underscored the difficulties of rekindling growth.” I believe the take-away here is that the GDT won’t be bailed out by China any time soon.

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European purchases more than doubled from the last event, says analyst Dustin Winston, as buyers tripled their market share. North Asia purchases, which includes China, decreased from the last event and last It was powder that reversed the Nov. year, says Winston.

8 Global Dairy Trade. The weighted Broker Dave Kurzawski stated in average climbed 2.4 percent (the bigthe Nov. 21 “Dairy Radio Now” broadgest gain since Sept. 6) and followed a cast that dairy demand is typically 3.9 percent decline on Nov. 1, a 4.6 strong this time of the year; but the percent decline on Oct. 18, and 3.5 question becomes “Is it sustainable?” percent drop on Oct. 4. Traders He said the economy appears strong brought 63.9 million pounds of product and the labor market is tight, but the to market, up from 63.6 million on inflationary environment is yet to be Nov. 1. The average metric ton price slowed by the Fed increasing interest crept to $3,623 U.S., up from $3,537 rates. Government spending needs to last time. be cut, he said, but he warned, Powders led the gains after leading “Holiday demand will dry up, orders the declines on Nov. 1. Skim milk and will drop off, and speculators will take whole milk powder were both up 3.1 their ball and go home.” percent, following an 8.5 percent Regarding the GDT, Kurzawski said plunge on skim milk powder and a 3.4 China will be back, but it’s going to percent decline on whole milk powder

He said the GDT was up because the prior three events were down and the lower prices attracted buyers. “Is that a sustainable change in trend?

Not yet,” he concluded.

n CME prices were mixed the week before Thanksgiving. After jumping 19 cents the previous week, the cheddar blocks closed Nov. 18 at $2.2325 per pound, up 3.25 cents on the week, highest since June 10, and 3.75 cents above a year ago.

cents below the blocks. There were no sales of block on the week, the gains were on unfilled bids, with eight sales of barrel.

Midwestern cheesemakers are running full or close to full production, according to Dairy Market News, alongside steady demand. Milk availability has stayed in a similar range to previous weeks, not straying far from Class in either direction. Some cheese producers already locked in milk pricing for Thanksgiving week.

Demand for cheese is mixed in the West. Contacts reported strengthening food service demand while retail is softening. International purchasers continue to buy cheese, thanks to U.S. competitive prices. Milk production is trending higher in the region and cheesemakers are utilizing the milk to run busy schedules. Labor shortages and delayed deliveries of supplies however continues to prevent operating full schedules, according to Dairy Market News.

CME butter, with one exception, saw six consecutive sessions of gain until losing 1.25 cents on Nov. 17, and then

The barrels finished at $1.9275, 13.5 cents lower on the week, 40.75 cents above a year ago, and a whopping 30.5 See MIELKE, pg. 18

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Milk price recovery strengthens dairy margins MIELKE, from pg. 17 suffered a 13-cent meltdown Nov. 18, closing at $2.81 per pound, down 9.5 cents on the week. That’s still 76.25 cents above a year ago when it topped $2 per pound for the first time since June 4, 2020.

There were seven sales reported at the CME this week, five on Nov. 18.

Butter producers say demand has not shifted much the past two weeks. Sales are meeting or beating expectations and on par with pre-Covid years. Churning is at the max and butter inventories are available, but are newer production. As cream access continues to grow, butter makers are taking more of it but expectations are that cream will tighten following the holiday.

Western cream volumes are available amid strengthening milk output and cream demand is steady. Butter makers ran busier schedules this week, though some are below capacity due to continued labor shortages. Retail butter demand is steady to higher as some grocers are looking past Thanksgiving to stock butter for end of year holidays. Food service and bulk demands are unchanged.

Grade A nonfat dry milk climbed to $1.465 per pound on Nov. 15 (the highest since Oct. 18) then gave back 2.5 cents the next day and closed Nov. 18 at $1.4275. This is down a quarter-cent on the week and 12.75 cents below a year ago, on 16 sales.

Whey held all week 44 cents per pound, 26 cents below a year ago, on two trades. n Dairy margins strengthened the first half of November on a recovery in milk prices while feed costs moved lower, according to the latest Margin Watch from Chicago-based Commodity and Ingredient Hedging LLC. “Continued strong demand for cheese in both the U.S. domestic and export markets is helping to support Class III prices,” the Margin Watch stated, and detailed U.S. September dairy exports and dairy product production.

The Margin Watch also expressed concern over the health of the Chinese economy and uncertainty

about the extent to which the government will relax its zero-Covid policy.

The USDA’s latest Crop Progress report shows the U.S. corn harvest is 93 percent completed as of the week ending Nov. 13. This is up from 87 percent the previous week, 3 percent ahead of a year ago, and 8 percent ahead of the five-year average. Soybeans were at 96 percent, up from 94 percent the previous week, 5 percent ahead of a year ago, and 5 percent ahead of the five-year average.

National Milk also called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week to “use existing legal authority to modernize its regulations allowing faster approval of animal-feed additives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions … enhancing dairy’s role as a climate solution.”

Russia agreed to extend the Black Sea grain export agreement, an extension that came under question this week when stray missiles, thought to be from Russia, had hit Poland. It appears they were an accident from Ukraine.

Culling in the week ending Nov. 5 totaled 60,000 dairy cows, up 600 from the previous week, and 100 or 0.17 percent above a year ago. Year-to-date is up 2.5 percent.

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“Innovative and voluntary solutions are needed The Outlook also stated that, based on recent milk to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including methane,” said Dr. Jamie Jonker, NMPF’s chief sciproduction data for third quarter, the dairy herd size forecast for fourth quarter was adjusted down- ence officer. “Enteric emissions directly from cows ward, but output per cow was raised. Milk cows for currently account for roughly one third of all GHG emissions from dairy farms and present an impor2022 are projected to average 9.405 million head, tant area of opportunity for methane reductions.

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n The October Consumer Price Index for all food was 315.3, up 10.9 percent from 2021. The dairy products index was 269.4, up 15.5 percent from a year ago. Fresh whole milk was up 13.2 percent; cheese, up 12.4 percent; and butter was up 26.7 percent.

U.S. milk production is mostly steady throughout the country, according to the USDA’s weekly update, as pockets of higher output show up in See MIELKE, pg. 18

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European buyers are paying high prices for milk MIELKE, from pg. 18 some areas. Class I milk sales are steady to higher with the addition of seasonal eggnog purchases.

The Florida market was preparing for another hurricane.

European milk output is at or near its low point for the typical milk production season, says Dairy Market News. “But as the continental milk output approaches the low point, typically in mid-November, farmers are pushing their cows to produce more milk. Milk buyers have kept pay prices at high levels in efforts to keep their farmers under contract. Inflation is taking a bite of dairy and food sales. Food and beverage prices in the UK jumped 14.6 percent in September, from September 2021.”

Eastern European milk output is nearing its low point for the year, says Dairy Market News, “but has maintained a year-over-year increase for much of the year. So far, Ukraine has been able to export

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approximately 14.3 million tons of grain, down 30.7 percent from the amount exported at this point in the last grain season.”

Dairy Market News reports Australia’s farmers continue to wrestle with extensive flooding in the midst of labor issues and production costs. Market analysts see these as significant obstacles that affect increases in Australia’s near term milk production and dairy export volumes. The recent milk production report shows output fell 5.9 percent in August, compared to 2021. “Sources report that cheese production, currently Australia’s primary export focus, is pressured by low milk output.

Meanwhile, butter, skim milk and whole milk powder are expected to suffer reductions in the country’s 2023 export market,” according to Dairy Market News.

than-average conditions and periods of dry spells are forecasted for the month across the country, which some say could be another La Niña weather pattern in development. Meanwhile, market demand is a growing concern with the declines in dairy commodity spot prices. Sources note that the reductions in China’s imports drives the lower prices; but the least uptick in demand may sway the current bearish sentiment.”

Last, but not least of all, a happy Thanksgiving to one and all. We indeed have much to be thankful for and praise and thank the God who has given it!

Lee Mielke is a syndicated columnist who resides in Everson, Wash. His weekly column is featured in newspapers across the country and he may be reached at lkmielke@juno.com. v

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Iowa sees measurable snow during the week of Nov. 13 Reports from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship reflect data collected from 7:00 a.m. central time on Nov. 14 through 7:00 a.m. central time on Nov. 20.

Wintertime conditions blanketed Iowa over the reporting period with the first widespread snowfall for the state.

General totals were in the two to fourinch range with most stations measuring at least 0.50 inches. Unseasonable cold also persisted with departures of up to 15 degrees below normal; the statewide average temperature was 23.8 degrees, 13.2 degrees below normal.

Cloud cover gradually cleared through Sunday afternoon (Nov. 13) with winds blowing out of the southeast and daytime highs lingering in the upper 20s to mid 30s. Overnight lows into Monday (Nov. 14) did not drop appreciably, holding in the upper 20s north to low 20s south as clouds returned. Light snow showers formed over northwest Iowa but dissipated by early afternoon with temperatures still below normal but warming into the low

40s.

A broader shield of light to moderate snow pushed into Iowa overnight, reducing visibilities and creating slick road conditions. Snow continued over much of Iowa through Tuesday (Nov. 15) as afternoon conditions remained overcast with temperatures in the 20s.

There was a brief lull in snow showers into the evening hours with light snow redeveloping over most of the state, lending to another morning of treacherous driving conditions.

Event snow totals measured at 7:00 am on Wednesday (Nov. 16) were highest over a north-to-south swath of central Iowa where nearly 120 stations observed at least two inches of wet snow; Mount Ayr (Ringgold County) observed 4.5 inches while an observer in Swea City (Kossuth County) reported 5.9 inches with a statewide average of 1.8 inches. Another wave of light snow moved southeast through the later afternoon and evening hours, leaving behind a few tenths of an inch at the majority of stations reporting snow; Webster City (Hamilton County)

measured 2.0 inches with 1.5 inches in Algona (Kossuth County).

Thursday (Nov. 17) saw blustery northwesterly winds develop with scattered, light snow showers persisting across portions of northern Iowa.

Morning conditions were mostly cloudy with lows in the upper teens and 20s; high temperatures peaked around noon before beginning a steep fall through the day and nighttime hours.

Pockets of snowflakes continued to fly into Friday (Nov. 18) morning with single-digit temperatures in western Iowa while low 20s were reported farther east. Winds shifted to a westerly direction through the day with afternoon temperatures remaining in the upper teens to upper 20s. The statewide average high was 25 degrees, 20 degrees below normal. An upper-level disturbance brought light snow over northern Iowa after midnight with southerly winds and clearing skies in southern Iowa; Sioux City Airport (Woodbury County) picked up 0.2 inches of snow.

Blustery northwesterly winds devel-

oped through Saturday (Nov. 19) with clearing skies and highs ranging from the upper teens north to the upper 20s south. Stars were visible overnight as a swing to southerly winds indicated a shift to warming temperatures.

Morning lows reported at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday (Nov. 20) held in the teens under mostly clear skies.

Weekly precipitation totals ranged from no accumulation at several southwestern Iowa stations to 1.08 inches in Waterloo (Black Hawk County). The statewide weekly average precipitation was 0.20 inches while the normal is 0.45 inches. Donnellson (Lee County) reported the week’s high temperature of 45 degrees on Nov. 14, six degrees below normal. Mason City Municipal Airport (Cerro Gordo County) reported the week’s low temperature of five degrees on Nov. 19, 18 degrees below normal. Four-inch soil temperatures were in the low 30s north to upper 30s south as of Nov. 20.

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At GrainVantage, farmers will learn about trends in the used farm equipment markets, insights into risk management and advice on dominant weather features to watch for in the upcoming growing season. At the end of the event, attendees will leave with a leg up on 2023.

The event features speakers Eric Snodgrass, atmospheric scientist for Nutrien Ag Solutions, Ryan Moe, regional director at StoneX and Greg “Machinery Pete” Peterson, founder of Machinery Pete marketplace.

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GrainVantage begins at 9:00 a.m. and wraps up at 12:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend, but attendees are encouraged to register ahead of the event.

Registration will be open until the day of the event. The meeting will also be recorded and available on demand for those who register.

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Fillmore, Houston County land rent survey results are in An equal percentage of landowners from each zip code were sent surveys along with land owners who live outside of Fillmore and Houston Counties. Sixtythree surveys representing 70 parcels of land were returned in Fillmore County while Houston County saw a return rate of 71 surveys representing 86 parcels. All surveys were anonymous.

According to our survey results, 2022 land rental rates in Fillmore County averaged $218.16 per acre with a range of $57 to $425 per acre. The weighted average was $226.42 per acre and the mode (most commonly reported) was $200 per acre.

In Houston County, the rent average was $188.36 per acre and ranged from $80 to $425 per acre. The weighted average in Houston County was $195.57 per acre and the mode was $150 per acre.

The predicted average for 2023 land rental rates in Fillmore County is $221.16 per acre and in Houston County is $190.98 per acre. Surveys were sent to 400 randomly selected landowners in each county. These landowners own at least 40 acres in the designated county.

The results are intended to be used as one piece of the discussion during land rent negotiations, not as specific values suggested by the University of Minnesota Extension. Individual parcels may warrant a land rent value above or below the presented average based on production potential, tenant and landlord relationships, economic goals, and other factors. It is the responsibility of the landlord and tenant to consider all of these factors when negotiating land rent agreements. There are resources available

at each county Extension office to aid in these conversations.

This year’s local land rent meetings are being held on Dec. 2. One meeting will be held in Preston from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Fillmore County Office Building Room 108, 902 Houston Street NW, Preston MN 55965. The second meeting that day will be in Caledonia from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Criminal Justice Center, basement meeting room, 306 South Marshall St., Caledonia MN 55921. Visit https://z. umn.edu/farmland-rental-workshop for more information on these workshops.

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Farmer’s share of Thanksgiving food dollar announced WASHINGTON, D.C. — National Farmers Union recently released the 2022 Farmer’s Share of the food dollar for several items typically served for the Thanksgiving holiday.

“Corporate profits and consumer food costs continue to go up and up, but the share of the farmer’s share of the food dollar remains low,” said NFU President Rob Larew. “Thanksgiving is a time of family and community, often centered around food, but thanks to price gouging by corporate monopolies in the food system, that meal is getting increasingly difficult to afford. NFU will continue to push back against harmful anti-competitive practices and for policies that bring fairness to farmers and consumers alike.”

Even though consumers are paying more for food this year, almost none of that increase is being passed on to America’s family farmers and ranchers.

Multiple waves of mergers and acquisitions during the last several decades resulted in agriculture and food supply chains that are not only uncompetitive and fragile but also underpay farmers.

Included in the 2022 Thanksgiving Farmer’s Share numbers are: Turkey: Retail price, $1.99 per pound; Farmer’s share - $0.06/pound Sweet Corn, 16 oz. frozen: Retail price, $2.59; Farmer’s share, $0.44 Stuffing, 12 oz. box: Retail price, $3.59; Farmer’s share, $0.13 Boneless Ham, 2 lb.: Retail price, $12.98; Farmer’s share, $1.00 Mashed Potatoes, 5 lb. bag: Retail price, $5.99; Farmer’s share, $1.30

Funding helps new farmers ST. PAUL — Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan recently announced a new grant program to support Minnesotans purchasing their first farm. The grant program will be managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and will offer dollar-for-dollar matching up to $15,000 for qualified small farmers to purchase farmland.

MDA’s Rural Finance Authority will award this funding using a first-come, first-served application process which will open at 9 a.m. on Jan. 4. The RFA expects to award between 30 and 40 grants in this cycle, depending on the size of requests. A second cycle of $750,000 in funding has been secured and will be made available on July 1.

Farmers must be Minnesota residents who will earn less than $250,000 annually in gross agricultural sales and plan on providing the majority of the day-to-day physical labor on the farm for at least five

years. Applicants must not have previous direct or indirect farmland ownership.

Applications will continue to be accepted until a waitlist of 100 applicants forms, or May 15 — whichever comes first. Approved applications will remain valid for purchases closing within 90 days of approval or until May 15, whichever comes first.

The RFA will host two informational webinars about the grant opportunity, with Spanish, Hmong, and Somali interpretation available. Applications and more information will be made available as they become ready at https://www.mda.state.mn.us/downpayment-assistance-grant-program.

Send requests and other questions to RFA.loan@ state.mn.us.

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Apple Pie Filling, 21 oz. can: Retail price, $4.99; Farmer’s share, $1.03 Farmer’s share data is derived from U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service’s “Agricultural Prices”. Retail prices based on Washington, D.C.-based Safeway locations.

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●5.70 Acre Building Site located at 2223 140th Ave, Trimont, MN 56176 with a 1 1/2-story House with 3 beds, 2 baths, an attached 1stall garage & a very nice 74’ x 96’ x 14’ machine shed.

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Only registered bidders may attend 80 ACRES +/- OF FARMLAND IN FAIRMONT TWP, MARTIN CO., MN ● SALE DATE: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2022 @ 10:00 AM SALE LOCATION: Auction will be held at Knights of Columbus Hall 920 E 10th Street, Fairmont, MN PROPERTY LOCATION: The subject property is located on the south edge of Fairmont, MN on State Highway 15

For property brochures, contact Hertz at 507-345-LAND (5263) WWW.HERTZ.AG 151 St. Andrews Court #1310, Mankato MN 56001

PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 80 +/- Deeded acres in the E 1/2 of the NE 1/4 in Section 29, Township 102 North, Range 30 West, Martin County, MN CONTACT: DUSTYN HARTUNG 507-236-7629

OWNER: ANDREA LUEDTKE ESTATE

40 ACRES +/- OF FARMLAND IN SOUTHBROOK TWP, COTTONWOOD CO., MN ● SALE DATE: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2022 @ 1:30 PM SALE LOCATION: Auction to be held at Heron Lake Community Center 312 10th St, Heron Lake, MN PROPERTY LOCATION: From Heron Lake, MN: Go 5 miles N on 375th Ave (turns into 380th Ave), then 1 mile W on 420th St.

160 ACRES +/- OF FARMLAND IN SOUTH BRANCH TWP, WATONWAN CO., MN ● SALE DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2022 @ 10:00 AM SALE LOCATION: Auction will be held at St. James American Legion 620 1st Ave S, St. James, MN PROPERTY LOCATION: From Truman, MN: Go 3 miles north on MN Hwy 15, then head west on 420th St for 5 miles, then north on 770th Ave for 1 mile.

PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 160 +/- Deeded Acres: SE 1/4 in Section 15, Township 105 North, Range 31 West, Watonwan County, Minnesota.

CONTACT: DUSTYN HARTUNG 507-236-7629 OR KEVIN KAHLER 507-920-8060

OWNER: HECKMAN FAMILY FARM

208.29 ACRES +/- OF FARMLAND IN RIVERDALE TWP, WATONWAN CO., MN ● SALE DATE: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022 @ 10:00 AM SALE LOCATION: Auction will be held at St. James American Legion 620 1st Ave S, St. James, MN PROPERTY LOCATION: From LaSalle, MN: Go 1/2 mile N on Co Hwy 27, then 1 mile west on Co Hwy 1

PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 40 +/- Deeded Acres: SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 in Section 24, Twp. 105 North, Range 38 West, Cottonwood Co., MN.

PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: SE ¼ & GOVT LOT 9 Less RD R/W & Less 7.20 Acre Bldg site in Section 7 & 18.52 Acres in the S ½ of SW ¼ of SW ¼ Less RD R/W in Section 8 TWP 107N Range 31W, Watonwan County, MN

OWNER: HENKELS FAMILY

OWNERS: PALMER & BONNIE LOKRE ESTATE

CONTACT: DUSTYN HARTUNG 507-236-7629

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AFTER HARVEST CONSIGNMENT AUCTION ONLINE ONLY Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 Bidding Opens Monday, November 28th @10:00 a.m. & Starts Closing @ 6:00 p.m.Tuesday, December 6th Located: Hamilton Auction Co. off Interstate 90 at Dexter, MN exit #193 then 1/4 mile east on Hwy 16 (130 State Hwy 16) Check out www.hamiltonauctioncompany.com for complete and up-to-date listing and pictures! More items being added daily!

COMBINES/HEADS: ’01 JD 9650 STS; ‘81 White 9720; Case IH 1063 CH; ‘80 JD 843 CH; Case IH 2208 CH; JD 930 Bean Head; JD 216 Bean Head. TRACTORS: JD 4840; ‘97 JD 4230; JD 4240; JD 4640; Allis Chambers D-17; Farmall M w/Ldr; Allis Chalmers WD45 w/Ldr; ‘69 JD 4020. GRAIN CARTS/WAGONS: ‘15 Kinze 1300 Grain Cart w/ Tracks; ‘09 Unverferth 9250 Grain Cart; ‘07 Brent 1194 Grain Cart w/Tracks; Unverferth 1110 Grain Cart w/Tracks; Unverferth 5000 Grain Cart; 2000 & 2002 Unverferth 644 Gravity Wagons; Brent 876 Grain Cart. TILLAGE: ‘19 Case IH 335 VT Barracuda; Kuhn Krause 6200 Landsman 45ft Soil Finisher; Landoll 2320 Weatherproofer II; ‘13 Case IH 870 Ecolo-Tiger Ripper; Case IH 9300 Disc Ripper; Krause Dominator 4850 Ripper; JD 2100 Inline Ripper; Wil-Rich V957 7 Shank DDR Ripper; JD 12R Liquid Fertilizer Applicator w/Coulters; Hiniker 1000 Hi-Speed Cult.; Brillion 16ft Stalk Chopper; JD 27 Stalk Chopper; JD 3710 8 Bottom Moldboard Plow. PLANTERS: ‘05 JD 1770 NT CCS 24R30”; ‘06 Case IH 1200 PT 12R30”; 2000 Kinze 3600 16R30”; ‘97 Kinze 2000 8R30”; ‘04 Kinze 3600 16R30”; ‘97 Kinze 2700 24R30”; Kinze 2700 24R30” Corn; Kinze 2200 12R30”; ‘04 Case IH 1200 16R30”; Case IH 955 16R30”. FARM MACHINERY: Demco 1250 Sprayer; Stine Seed Wagon; Friesen 330 Seed Tender; Rite-Way Hyd. Reel Rock Picker; NH 36 Green Chopper; ‘10 Meyers 3750 Spreader; JD 455 Hydro Push Spreader; New Idea Front End Loader; Gehl 175 Manure Spreader; Swartz Manure Spreader; New Idea Manure Spreader. TRAILERS: ‘13 Trail King 48ft Step Deck; ‘08 Merrit 42ft Ag Hopper; ‘04 Merritt Hog Trl; ‘87 Timpte, 42ft; ‘01 B&B 14ft 9 Yard Gooseneck Dump Trl; ‘14 Sure-Trac 18ft + Beavertail Car Trl; ‘04 Roadmaster Road Boss 18ft Car Trl w/Sides; ‘98 Ruco Flatbed Trailer 8ftx16ft.

GRAIN TRUCKS/SEMIS: ‘13 Volvo Day Cab Semi; ‘73 Int’l Loadstar 1600; ‘87 Int’l S1900 Grain Truck; ‘92 Int’l 9400 Eagle Fertilizer Truck; ‘06 Freightliner Roll Back Truck; 77 Chevy 366 SR4 Twin Screw; ‘86 Int’l S Series; ‘54 Dump Truck. AUGERS/CONVEYORS: Westfield 8”x 30ft; Grain King 8”x 62ft; Westgo 1210 8”x 50ft; Feterl 8”x 66ft; 6”x 36ft; Buhler Jump w/Hopper; Bazooka 8”x 56ft; 6”x 11ft Hyd. Drive; R&R Industries 30ft x 2ft Belt Conveyor; Brandt 1515 Under Trailer Conveyor; Sudenga 8”x 36ft; Westfield 10”x 51ft. HAY EQUIPMENT: Massey Ferguson 12 Square Baler; NH 269 Haybine; NH Kicker for Baler; NH 849 Round Baler w/parts; New Idea 255 Sickle Mower; Vermeer 605F Round Baler; JD Sickle Mower; Hay Racks/Hay Rack Tops. FARM MISC: Berkley Tailwater Tile Pump, 6”, 22,000-gal Aluminum Liquid Storage Unit; 1500-gal Water Tank; (2) Fuels Tanks off 8440; Plastic Hopper; Silage Shoot Hopper; (2) 60” Barn Fans; Planter Discs for 7200; 12 & 8ft Feed Bunks. SKID LOADERS/BACKHOE/FORKLIFT: ‘18 NH L228 Skid Loader; ‘18 NH C227; ‘96 Case 1845C Skid Loader; ‘86 NH L454 Skid Loader; Rounder L600 Skid Loader; Bobcat 742 Skid Loader; ‘02 NH 575E Backhoe; Clark LP Forklift. SNOW REMOVAL/LAWN & GARDEN: ‘18 Titan 10ft Snow Pusher; Loftness 84” Snow Blower; Schweiss 96” 3pt Snow Blower; 8ft Snow Blower; Farm King 8ft Snow Blower; Farm King 8ft Snow Blower; Skid Loader Mount Snow Pushers; Snow Blade for 1-Ton Truck; (2) Hiniker 8’6” V Plow; Hiniker 8’6” Scoop Plow; 84” Skid Loader Snow Bucket; Farm King 5ft Snow Blower; JD 2 Bag Bagger for 42” & 48” Decks; Berkley Wheel Horse Lawn Mower; Pull-Type Box Scrapers. VEHICLES: ‘11 Buick Regal; ‘01 Lincoln Town Car; ‘58 Buick Wagon; ‘95 GMC Z71 1500 Pickup; ‘93 Dodge Dakota; ‘97 Ford F350 Service Truck; ‘99 GMC 1 Ton Dually Dump Bed; ‘97 Chevy Z-71; ‘97 Chevy 3500. RECREATIONAL: JD 6x4 Gator; ‘02 Polaris SKS700; ‘03 Yamaha RX1. MISC: ‘07 Vertical Cardboard & Misc Baler; 40ft High Cube Multi-Door Container; (2) 8ft Containers; (2) 9ft Containers. SHOP: Multiple Brand-New Work Benches; Nipco’s; Tools and much more!

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Opening November 21 & Closing November 30 at 12PM Kevin & Candace Lunde Farm Retirement Auction, Lake Park, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 21 & Closing November 30 at 1PM BRR Farm Equipment Auction, Olivia, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 21 & Closing November 30 at 7PM Mike & Cindy Portner Farm Retirement Auction, New Ulm, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 22 & Closing November 29 at 1PM Spurley Dairy Farm Retirement Equipment Auction, Linden, WI, Timed Online Auction Opening November 22 & Closing November 29 at 7PM Adrian Farms Equipment Auction, Mountain Lake, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 22 & Closing December 1 at 1PM Les Rolfson Farm Retirement Auction, Pine Island, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 23 & Closing November 30 at 11AM Richard & Wendy Jones Parts & Inventory Auction, Brownsdale, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 23 & Closing November 30 at 7PM John & Lynn Labat Farm Equipment Retirement Auction, Milroy, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 25 & Closing December 5 at 12PM Kibble Equipment Auction, Steffes Group Facility – Sioux Falls, SD, Timed Online Auction Opening November 26 & Closing December 1 at 7PM Loren & Susan Kohls Farm Retirement Auction, Delano, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 28 & Closing December 5 at 10AM Bidne Family Trust Retirement Auction, Kiester MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 28 & Closing December 8 at 1PM Arnold Companies Inc – St. Cloud Location, St. Cloud, Timed Online Auction Opening November 28 & Closing December 13 at 7PM Princeton Area Grain Handling Equipment Auction, Princeton, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening November 30 & Closing December 7 at 7PM Stan Barklow Equipment Auction, Jeffers, MN, Timed Online Auction Thursday, December 1 at 10AM Hagen Brothers Partners Farm Retirement Auction, Sacred Heart, MN Friday, December 2 at 11AM Richard & Wendy Jones Farm Retirement Auction, Brownsdale, MN Opening December 2 & Closing December 8 at 10AM Online Steffes Auction 12/8, Upper & Midwest Locations, Timed Online Auction Opening December 5 & Closing December 12 at 12PM Adam Schiller Farm Retirement Auction, Crookston, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening December 5 & Closing December 13 at 7PM 1-D Ranch Bred Beef Cow Auction, Dassel, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening December 5 & Closing December 14 at 7PM George Mastey Construction Auction, Foley, MN, Timed Online Auction Tuesday, December 6 at 10AM Keith & Brenda Stanton Farm Retirement Auction, Worthington, MN Opening December 6 & Closing December 13 at 1PM Mark & Mandy Westrom Grain Handling Equipment Auction, Elbow Lake, MN, Timed Online Auction Friday, December 9 at 11AM Howell Brothers Farm Retirement Auction, Truman, MN

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Saturday, Dec. 10th 9:00 a.m. to Noon and Monday, Dec. 12th 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Settlement & Pickup Dates:

Settlement should be taken care of within 5 days and pickup within one week. Additional arrangements will need to be made with Hamilton Auction Company. **Hours on equipment will be updated after Harvest** TRACTORS: ‘18 JD 9620 RX Tractor, 36’’ Belts, 1,566 hrs, Powershift Trans., 5 hyds, Deluxe Cab w/Leather Seat, 10’’ Display, Premium Cab w/ Suspension, Premium Lighting, Poly mid rollers, Refrigerator; ‘13 JD 8360R Tractor MFD, 2,685 hrs, IVT Transmission, 5 hyds w/ Power Beyond, Front Independent Suspension, 480/80R50’’ Tires & Duals, 380/80R38’’ Front Tires & Duals, 22 Front Wgts, JD Active Seat, Premium Cab, 60 GPM Hyd. Pump, HID Lighting ; ‘07 JD 9430, PTO, 480/80R50’’ Triples, High Flow Hyd. 78 GPM, PTO, 6 hyds., Powershift Transmission, 6,293 hrs, JD Active Seat, HID Lights; ‘08 JD 7330 MFD w/JD 741 Loader, Power Quad Trans, 460/80R48’’ Tires, 380/80R28’’ Tires, 3 hyds., Joystick Controls, 3,549 hrs; ‘67 JD 4020, Dsl, 3pt, PTO, 18.4x 34’’ tires, 1 hyd.; ‘66 JD 4020, Dsl, 2 hyds., 3pt, PTO; ‘62 JD 3010 Tractor, Gas, 1 hyd., 15.5x38’’ Tires. COMBINES: ‘17 JD S680 Combine, 650/85R38’’ Tires & Duals, 750/65R26’’ Rear Tires, Crary Hopper Extension, Power Cast Tail Board w/ SI Rear Power Fan, 1797 Engine hrs, 1468 Sep hrs, Premium Cab, LED Lights, GS3 2630, Armrest, 26ft auger, Dual Tilt Fore & Aft Feeder House; ‘02 JD 9650 STS Combine, 20.8x38 Tires & Duals, 18.4 R26 Rear Tires, Hopper Extension, Lateral Tilt Feeder House, JD Auto Trac Steering Unit, 3,078 Engine hrs, 2,195 Sep hrs, Single Point Hookup, Heavy Duty Variable Speed Feeder House, Hi Capacity Lift Cylinders, 20ft Unloading Auger. HEADS/ TRLS: ‘12 JD 630F w/ Crary Wind System, Fore & Aft Reel, Single Point Hookup, 50 Series Drives, Full Finger Auger, Low Dam; ‘20 JD 740FD Draper Head, 40ft, w/Crary Wind System, Flip Over Reel; ‘18 JD 712C Corn Head Stalkmaster, Chopping, Contour Master, Lankota Stalk Stompers, Intermeshing Knifes Rolls; Industrias America 842 R Head Trailer, Dolly Wheel w/Tandem Axles, Brakes, Front Bar Adjustment; Unverferth HT 30 Head Cart, 7.5x10’’ NHS; Unverferth HT 30 Head Cart trailer, 7.50x 10’’ tires. GRAIN TRUCKS/SEMIS: IH Loadstar 1600 Grain Truck, Single Axle, 38,000 miles, 16ft Box & Hoist, Roll Tarp, Seed Auger Hyd. Drive; ‘94 Freightliner FLD120 Day Cab, Cummins, 9 Spd Trans, Air Ride; EQUIPMENT: ‘14 Nitromaster 8500 Anhydrous Applicator, 62.5 ft, 25 shank, Dual Coolers, Green Star Rate Controller, Heavy Duty Spring Packs & Shanks, 3 Rear Hitches, ‘14 JD 1775 NT CCS 24 row 30’’ Hi Speed Planter, Liquid Fert with Section Control, Red Ball Monitor, Electric Drive, Electric Meter, Belt Delivery Speed Tubes, Pneumatic Down Pressure, Shark Tooth Row cleaners, Corn & Soybean Units; ‘18 Brent V1300 Grain Cart, 42” Equalizer Track System, Camera System, Scale, Roll Tarp; ‘20 Sunflower 1550 Disc 50ft, Hyd Tilt, 9’’ Spacing; ‘2021 JD 2230 FH Field Cultivator, 69’6’’, Tru-Set w/Single Point Depth Control, Pro Finish Harrow Leveling System, 7 1/2’’ Knock On Sweeps; Agri-Drain Max Stringer, Elec. over Hyd. Dump or just Hyd., Hyd. Brake; Wil-Rich V957 DDR Disc Ripper, 7 Shank 30’’; ‘12 JD 4830 Sprayer, 90ft Booms w/ Auto Boom Hgt, 20’’ Spacings, 7 sections, JD Row Guidance, 2,152 hrs, 380/80R46’’ Tires, 2630 included w/ the Sprayer, 3’’ Fill; JD 400 Rotary Hoe, 40ft, Newer Spoons; Nitro Master 8000 Anhydrous Applicator, 52 ½ ft, 21 Shank, 30’’, Raven Cooler & Controls, New Knives; Mauer Pull-Type Tile Plow, 6 ½ft Shank, Walking Tandems, Laser Controls; ‘98 Case 580 Super L Series 2 Backhoe, MFD, Extended Hoe, 4,663 hrs., 24’’ bucket; Riteway 62ft Land Roller, 42 ‘’ Drums; Feterl 9ft Snowblower, 2 Stage Blower, 1000 PT0, w/JD Logos; Woods BW 180 Series 2 Batwing Mower, Cal-U-Dry Grain Dryer, LP Gas, 50hp Fan, 3 Phase; PFM Rock Picker, Hyd. Tongue; Demco Side Quest 500-gal Tanks w/8000 Series Brackets, UFT Rock Picker, Chain Basket; (4) Rock Wagon w/JD Gears, 3pt Heavy Duty Blade, Hyd. Angle & Tilt; Pallet Forks fits JD 741 Loader. RECREATIONAL: JD 825i Gator, Hyd. dump, 6,233 miles, 1,067 hrs; JD 625i Gator, Hyd. dump, tach replaced, 700 hrs approximate hours; JD ATV Sprayer, 100-gal Tank, 12ft Boom.

130 State Hwy. 16 Dexter, MN 55926 Phone: 507-584-0133

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FARM RETIREMENT

AUCTION

BIDDING CLOSES: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 STARTING AT 10:00 AMCT

ADDRESS: 79077 COUNTY ROAD 16, HECTOR, MN 55343

INSPECTION DATE: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Tractors • Combine & Heads • Planting Equipment • Construction Equipment

• Tillage Equipment • Grain Handling Equipment • Sprayer • Farm Equipment

• GPS Equipment • Trucks & Trailers • UTV • Farm Support Items

CUNNINGHAM FARMS INC. DONN & VAL CUNNINGHAM

EQUIPMENT QUESTIONS: DONN (320) 894-4927 Auction Managers: Allen Henslin (320) 979-1808, LaDon Henslin (320) 894-5959, Frank Roering (320) 290-8490 & Mark Molenaar (320) 579-0447

THE LAND — NOVEMBER 25, 2022 Farm Equipment

Planting Equip

Livestock Equipment

Wanted

FOR SALE: Farmall B trac- FOR SALE: Case IH 900 Lou Hog feeders, 8’, 10 hole, WANTED: Older 300HP tor, 2 new large tires & 8R30” planter, pull type w/ 7 1/2” holes, Stainless Steel. tractor (tracks perferred), tubes, electrical switch, insecticide, nice condition, Also, Tractor chains, 18-4-34, smaller automatic grain dry$2,500; Super M IH hood and asking $5,000. 507-227-2602 like new. 507-380-4856 er, 25-30’ Case IH flex head, radiator cover, $150/ea; JD strip till rig/fertilizer cart. metal wheel rake, $200. All 218-428-6525 Harvesting Equip Wanted shedded. 320-693-8405 WANTED: 365 to 750 bushel We buy gravity boxes. JD 115 stalk All kinds of New & Used farm chopper. All good condition.

Salvage Equipment equipment - disc chisels, field 320-266-6878 Parts Available cults, planters, soil finishers, Hammell Equip., Inc. cornheads, feed mills, discs, WANTED: Newer JD or NH (507)867-4910 balers, haybines, etc. 507- square baler, 90’ sprayer, 438-9782 4x6 baler w/ net, land roller/ Tractors brillion packer. 651-500-4420 Buying and selling silver bars, silver dollars, rare coins, FOR SALE: 1957 John Deere 2014 JOHN DEERE 640FD gold coins, gold jewelry, colLivestock 820, looks good and runs 40 ft Flex Draper, Dual lector coins. No collection fine. $9,500. 651-380-2738 Knife Drive, Flip Over too big. Kuehl’s Coins, FairReel $55,000 (320) 510-0468 FOR SALE: Black Angus bulls mont, Minnesota.

NEW AND USED TRACTOR also Hamp, York, & Hamp/ 507-235-3886 PARTS JD 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, Duroc boars & gilts. Alfred 55, 50 Series & newer tracLivestock (Mike) Kemen 320-598-3790 Please recycle this magazine. tors, AC-all models, Large Equipment Inventory, We ship! Mark Heitman Tractor Salvage Calf Jackets, Heavy Duty, 715-673-4829 Waterproof, Washable, 2 Sizes, With 2” velcro in front MATT MARING $34; With 2” buckle in front Planting Equip $35. 10 or more is free shipping. Call for more informaMillers Canvas Shop CO. FOR SALE: KINZE 3200 late tion. model 12R30” planter w/ 920-787-1994 We Sell the Earth & Everything On It. trash whippers, very low LIVE & ONLINE BIDDING acres, very nice condition, Sell your livestock in The Land Auction Location: Maring Auction Lot, Hwy 56 North, Kenyon, MN with a line ad. 507-345-4523 asking $43,000. 507-227-2602

AREA FARMERS YEAR END AUCTION

Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 • 9:00 a.m.

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80.5 AC± | 1 TRACT LE SUEUR CO, MN TIMED ONLINE ONLY

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BIDDING ENDS: 12/16/22 AT 5:00 PM CDT IN COOPERATION WITH WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE, LLC BRYCE MCVICKER, AGENT (507) 430-8518 R A N C H A N D FA R M AU C T I O N S .CO M

In Cooperation With Whitetail Properties Real Estate Llc (40316821) | Jeff Evans, Minnesota Broker, License # 40316820 | Joe Gizdic, Director, Ranch & Farm Auctions, 217.299.0332 | Bryce Mcvicker, Minnesota Land Specialist For Whitetail Properties Real Estate, Llc, 507.430.8518

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COMPLETE DETAILS & BIDDING AT

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Accepting Consignments December 1 - December 7 • 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

INSPECTION TIMES: December 1 - December 9 • 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., no exceptions

JD 7930 MFWD & 5085M MFWD, Area Retirement

‘11 JD 7930 MFWD, 2572 Hrs., 480/80R46 Duals, PowrQuad, Green Star Ready, LH Reverser, Weights, Quick Hitch, 3 Hyd., Clean; ‘14 JD 5085M MFWD, 647 Hrs., 420/85R34, 3pt., PTO, 2 Hyd., JD 540M Hyd. Loader, 84” Bucket, LH Reverser

JD Excavator & Motor Grader, Service Truck

JD 225C-LC-TRS Excavator, 32” Pads, 6653 Hrs., JRB Couplers, Hyd. Thumb, 38” Bucket, Zero Swing, Cab, 147HP; JD 770BH Motor Grader, PS, 14’ Moldboard, Hyd. Side Shift, 1025 Hrs. On Engine Overhaul, Cab, 12’ Snow Wing; ‘07 Ford F550 XL, 11’ Service Body, 2WD, Auto, Power Stroke, Dually, 216,250 Miles

Livestock Equipment, Balers, Manure Spreaders, TMR ~

‘18 JD 560R Round Baler, 8627 Bales, 1000PTO, Net, ISO, Looks New; Mills 850U Power Spreader Box Spreader, Vertical Beaters, Tandem, Poly, Hyd. Drive, 1000PTO; H&S 5126 Top Shot Tandem Axle Manure Spreader, 1000PTO, Side Discharge; Patz 1200 - 420 TMR, LH Discharge, Full Set Of Knives, 34” Screw, Magnet, Scale, 1000PTO; ‘18 JD 560R Round Baler, 18,260 Bales, Net, ISO, 1000PTO; NH 310 Baler, One Owner; OMC 229 Haybine, 9’ Cut, 540PTO ; (4) Steel & Poly Feed Bunks, Like New; (200) LB White Guardian LP Gas Heaters; (2) Smidly Steer Stuffers; NH 354 Mixer Mill; Haybines, Balers, Rakes and Hay Wagons; Skid Loader Buckets & Attachments; Gehl 1065 Forage Harvester, 2R Corn Head; Gehl 18’ Chopper Box, 12T Tandem Gear; H&S 501 Chopper Box, 16’, 10T Gear; CIH 600 Silage Blower

Collector Farm Machinery

IHC #16 Slat Bottom Plow, 3x16’s; IHC #16 Hyd. Lift Plow, 4x14’s; JD 66H 5x14’s Plow; JD 30 Pull Type Combine, PTO, 75” Auger Head; IHC #16 Plow, 5x16’s; IHC 37 Disk; Van Brunt 12’ x 7” Grain Drill, Grass Seeder

Good 4WD, MFWD, 2WD Tractors

CIH 9380 4WD, 6367 Hrs., 710/80R38 Duals, 855 Cummins, PS, 3pt., 4 Hyd., Weights, Clean; CIH Farmall 75C MDWD, 327 Hrs., 420/85R30, Weights, CIH L62 Loader, Joystick, LH Reverser; Case 2390 2WD, 4117 Hrs., PS, 20.8x38 Duals, 1000PTO, Weights; JD 2640 2WD, Open Station, 2000 Hrs. Showing, 3pt., PTO; JD 6300 2WD, Open Station, 6275 Hrs., JD 620 Loader, Joystick; JD 4230 2WD, Open Station, 9100 Hrs., 3pt., JD 148 Loader & Bucket; Oliver 1800 Gas Tractor, W/F; JD 720 Gas, W/F, 15.9x38, 3pt., New Clutch; JD 620 Gas, W/F, 13.6x38; McCormick WD-9 Diesel, Restored, 14x34, Weights, Hyd. Pump, Runs Good

Sprayer, Westfield Augers, Ripper, Seed Tender, Grain Drill

Hardi NAV950 Sprayer, Twin Force, 1000 Gal., Triple Nozzle, Inductor, 60’ Booms, 20” Spacing, 13.6x38 Tires, Monitor; CIH 870 Ripper, 9 Shank, Levelers; CIH 730C Ripper, 7 Shank, Lead Shanks, Leveler; Easi Load Double Hopper Seed Tender, Tarp, Inoculator; Christianson Bulk Seed Tender, 4 Pro-Box Frame, Conveyor; Wilmer 800 Fertilizer Spreader; JD 750 No-Till Drill, 20’, 15” Spacing, SI Meters; Shop Built 30’, 12R30” 3pt. Side Dressing Bar, Raven Controls; Westfield MK130-74 Swing Shopper Auger, Like New; Westfield MK100-71 & MK100-61 Swing Hopper Augers; Balzer 16’ Stalk Chopper, 1000PTO; JD 28’ Donahue Trailer, Excellent Condition; Demco 1100 Gal. Sprayer, 80’ Booms, Raven Controls, PTO; JD 630 Disk, 15’, 21” Blades; JD 1100 FC, 15’, Harrow; IHC 720 Plow, 4x18’s; Field Cultivators, Disks, Rippers, Plows, Row Crop Cultivators

Travel Trailer, Semi, Grain Trucks, Pickups and Trailers

‘14 Cedar Creek 30’ 5th Wheel Travel Trailer, 3 Slide Outs, Leather Furniture, Clean; ‘97 Mack CH600 Day Cab, E7 454, 8LL Trans, Wet Kit, Air Ride, Jake Brake; ‘69 Dodge 700 Grain Truck, 16' Box & Double Cylinder Hoist, V8, Single Axle; ‘77 City Aluminum End Dump, 26', Tri Axle w/Air Pusher; ‘12 Ford F250 Pickup, 4x4, 146,000Miles, WEX80 8’ Snowplow; ‘99 Ford F550, 7.3L, Auto, 9’ J-Craft Flatbed, Dually, 9’ Western Snowplow; ‘05 Chevy 2500HD, 4x4, 6.0L Gas, Auto, 9’2” Snowplow, 110 Gal. Fuel Tank, 222,950 Miles; ‘96 Chevy 2500, 4x4, 350 V8, 9’2” V-Plow, New Trans.; ‘14 United 7’x16’ V-Nose Enclosed Trailer, Tandem Axle; ‘17 Big Tex Flatbed Trailer, 17’, 3’ Dove Tail, Tandem Axle; Several Single & Tandem Axle Flatbed Trailer SPECIAL NOTE: All items must be on auction lot no later than Thursday, December 8 at 12:00 Noon, no exceptions.

Terms: Cash, check, credit card. All items sell as-is, all sales final, 5% handling fee on credit card, mn sales tax applies to all items. All items must be paid for day of auction.

Area Farmers Year End Auction MATT MARING

CO.

We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.

MATT MARING AUCTION CO. INC.

PO Box 37, Kenyon, MN 55946 507-789-5421 • 800-801-4502

Matt Maring, Lic. #25-28 • 507-951-8354

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WANTED

THE LAND — NOVEMBER 25, 2022 T Swine

DAMAGED GRAIN

Pets & Supplies

FOR SALE: Yorkshire, Hamp- Rat terrier puppies for sale, shire, Duroc, cross bred born 10/11/22. Make great boars, and gilts. Top quality. pets and good mouse and rat Excellent herd health. No dogs. 3 males and 3 females.

PRSS. Delivery available. 952-292-8347 320-760-0365

STATEWIDE

We pay top dollar for your damaged grain. We are experienced handlers of your wet, dry, burnt and mixed grains.

Trucks and vacs available.

Immediate response anywhere.

Spot, Duroc, Chester White, Boars & Gilts available.

Monthly PRRS and PEDV. Delivery available. Steve Resler. 507-456-7746

Miscellaneous Looking for something special?

Put a line ad in The Land and find it!

Call The Land today!

507-345-4523

PARMA DRAINAGE PUMPS New pumps & parts on hand.

Call Minnesota’s largest dis3 Reg. Arabian mares: bay tributor straight Egyptian - bred to HJ Olson & Company black straight Egyptian. A 320-974-8990 Cell - 320-212-5336 chestnut & black- both open.

Asking $3,000 each.

REINKE IRRIGATION 608-297-2021 leave message Sales & Service New & Used For your irrigation needs Pets & Supplies 888-830-7757 or 507-276-2073

Horses & Tack

CALL FOR A QUOTE TODAY

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CLEAN LOW HOURED FARM RETIREMENT LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION

MATT MARING CO.

We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.

Auction Location: 4356 270th Street East, Randolph, MN

Saturday, December 3, 2022 • 10:00 a.m.

COMPLETE DETAILS & ONLINE BIDDING AT www.maringauction.com

RESTORED FARMALL COLLECTOR TRACTORS & IMPLEMENTS

Farmall 400 Gas, NF, Fast Hitch, Front & Rear Wheel Weights, Belt Pulley, 14.9x38, Good TA, Featured in Red Power Magazine ; Farmall Super C, NF, Fast Hitch, Clam Shell Fenders, 11.2x36, Front & Rear Wheel Weights, Featured in Red Power Magazine ; Farmall Super MTA, Good TA, PS, Front & Rear Wheel Weights, Clam Shell Fenders; IH 210 Roll-Over Plow, 2x16’s; IH 2 Row 40” Planter, Fert. and Seed Boxes, with Check Wire, Fast Hitch; IH 2x14’s Plow Slat Bottom, Fast Hitch; IH 2 Blade Discing Plow, Fast Hitch; IH 70 Plow, 3x16’s, Hyd. Lift; IH 7’ Disc, Fast Hitch, Disassembled; (2) IHC Fast Hitch, Carry All Frame (1 Small Tang, 1 Large Tang)

Auctioneers Note: Excellent Line of Mostly One Owner, Low JOHN DEERE 4020, 3020, 730 DIESEL Houred, Low Acreage Farm Machinery, Most Always Shedded JD 4020 Dsl, Synchro, 7935 Hrs, 18.4x34, 3 Pt., 540/1000 PTO; ONE OWNER CIH 3394 & IHC 1066 JD 3020 Dsl., Side Console, Fenders, 16.9x34, 2 Hyd., 540/1000

CIH 3394 MFWD, 2392 Hrs, 20.8x38, 18 PTO, 3 Pt., 9659 Hrs, One Owner, JD 46A Loader, Joystick; JD 730 Front Weights, 24 Sp. PS, 3 Pt., 3 Hyd., Diesel, Elec. Start, 5359 Hrs, Air Stack, 3 Pt., Fenders, 2 Hyd.; (2) 1000 PTO ; IH 1066 2WD, 4905 Hrs, Good JD Wheel Weights ; JD Double Front Weight; Set of JD Fenders TA, 18.4x38, 3 Pt., 2 Hyd., 540/1000 PTO, GOOD FARM EQUIPMENT, MOTORCYCLE, SNOWMOBILES Very Nice JD MX7 Rotary Mower, 7’ ; Dakon 150 Bu Gravity Box, Running Gear ; 210 Gal. Slide in Pickup Box Poly Tank ; JD 9W Sickle VERY CLEAN GRAIN TRUCKS Mower, 3 Pt.; 110 Gal. Fuel Tank, Hand Pump ; Farm King 960 ‘91 Ford L-8000 Dsl Grain Truck, 7.8L, Tandem Axle, 220,782 Snowblower, 540 PTO, Dual Augers, Hyd. Spout; Speed Co Cat 2, Miles, 7 Speed, Twin Screw, 22.5 Tires, 20’ Steel Box and Hoist, Roll Quick Hitch; JD 45 Manure Spreader; Woods 3 Pt. Rear Blade, 8’; Tarp, Very Sharp; ‘78 Chevy C-65 Grain Truck, 366CI V8 Gas, 5x2 For-Most Livestock Headgate; Livestock Gates and Wire Panels; Sp., 86,565 Miles, Twin Screw, J-Craft 19’ Steel Box and Hoist, Roll Cattle Oiler; Steel and Wood Fence Posts ; Yamaha Virago 920cc Tarp, Very Clean ; ‘72 GMC 5500 Single Axle Grain Truck, 350CI Motorcycle; MF Whirlwind Snowmobile, 1951 Miles; Yamaha V8 Gas, 4x2 Sp., 51,530 Miles, 16’ Road King Box, Very Clean Enticer Snowmobile; Boss 6’ UTV Snow Blade

EXCELLENT TILLAGE, PLANTING & SPRAYING EQUIPMENT

CIH 3900 Rock Flex 26.5’ Disc, 21” Blades, Scrapers, Harrow, Like New, ; CIH 4800 Field Cult., 28.5’, Walking Tandems, 7.5” Sweeps, Harrow, Excellent Condition ; White 6122 Planter, 12R30”, Vertical Fold, PTO Pump, Liquid Fert., Row Cleaners, Demco Thumper Pump, SM 3000, Corn and Soybean Plates, One Owner; JD 825 Row Crop Cult., 6R30”, Stabilizer Disc, Rolling Shields; JD RM 6R30” Row Crop Cult., Rolling Shields ; DMI 500 Ecolo-till 3 Pt. In-Line Ripper, 3 Shank, New Shanks & Points; Orthman Strip Till Bar, 8R30”, Row Cleaners; Kewanee 295 Disc, 11 Shank. Disc Chisel, Rock Flex Gangs; RiteWay RR100 Rock Picker, Hyd. Reel & Dump; (2) 550 Gallon Poly Nurse Tank ; JD 27 Stalk Chopper, 15’, 1000 PTO; (3) JD 400 Rotary Hoe, 20’, 15’ & 14’; IH 710 Plow, 5x18’s, Auto Reset; Bush Hog 12 Shank Chisel Plow; JD 10’x6” Grain Drill, Hyd. Lift, Grass Seeder; (2) JD 4 & 5 Section Drags Terms: Cash, Check, All Credit Cards, All sales Final. All Sales Selling as Is, Where Is. All Items Must Be Paid for in Day of Auction, Loading Available Day of Auction

VIEWING & INSPECTION DATES:

November 28, 2022-Auction Date Every Day 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

ARNIE RADMAN, SELLER (507) 263-4517

CHARLIE RADMAN, SELLER

English Shepherd Puppies.

Great w/ kids & animals.

Born Oct 6. Puppies are being raised outside so will be used to cold weather. $250/ ea. 507-362-4567 for more details & to request photos.

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240 AC± | 3 TRACTS MARTIN CO, MN AUCTION:

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AUCTION DATE: 12/14/22 AUCTION TIME: 10:00 AM AUCTION LOCATION: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 920 E 10TH ST FAIRMONT, MN 56031

www.maringauction.com

IN COOPERATION WITH WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE, LLC

MATT MARING AUCTION CO. INC. • PO Box 37, Kenyon, MN 55946 507-789-5421 • 800-801-4502 Matt Maring, Lic. #25-28 • 507-951-8354 Kevin Maring Lic 25-70 & Adam Engen Lic# 25-93

R A N C H A N D FA R M AU C T I O N S .CO M

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BRYCE MCVICKER, AGENT (507) 430-8518

IN COOPERATION WITH WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (40316821) | Jeff Evans, Minnesota Broker, License # 40316820 | Joe Gizdic, Director, Ranch & Farm Auctions, 217.299.0332 | Bryce McVicker, Minnesota Land Specialist for Whitetail Properties Real Estate, LLC, 507.430.8518

THE LAND — NOVEMBER 25, 2022

ADVERTISING NOTICE: Please check your ad the first week it runs. We make every effort to avoid errors by checking all copy, but sometimes errors are missed. Therefore, we ask that you review your ad for correctness. If you find a mistake, please call (507) 345-4523 immediately so that the error can be corrected. We regret that we cannot be , responsible for more than one week’s insertion if the error is not called to our attention. We cannot be liable for an t amount greater than the cost of the ad. THE LAND has the right to edit, reject or properly classify any ad. t Each classified line ad is separately copyrighted to THE LAND. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited.

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2586 550th Avenue, Kiester, MN 56051

RETIREMENT AUCTION

OPENS: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28 CLOSES: MONDAY, DECEMBER 5 | 10AM PREVIEW: NOVEMBER 30 FROM 9AM - 3PM | LOADOUT: DECEMBER 6 FROM 9AM - 3PM AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: The Bidne family are lifelong residents of rural Kiester, MN. Loren has farmed for 60 years and has decided to retire, therefore offering his full line of well maintained, low houred equipment.

FOR THE BEST DEAL ORDER NOW!

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GREENWALD FARM CENTER Greenwald, MN • 320-987-3177 14 miles So. of Sauk Centre

BIDNE FAMILY TRUST RETIREMENT AUCTION LOREN BIDNE, 507.402.0763 or Brock Skov, Steffes Group, 507.272.4818

TRACTORS NEW NH T4.75, T4.90, T4.120 w/loader On Order NEW NH Workmaster 60, 50, 35’s/loaders On Order NEW NH 25S Workmasters ...…......…. On Order NEW Massey Tractors ........................... On Order NEW Massey 4710 w/loader ….......... COMING New NH Boomer 40w/loader ….......… On Hand 3-New Massey GC1725 ……..................... Just In Massey GC2400w/loader …..................….. $8,700 ’11 Massey 7475 Nice ………..........……. $99,500 ’12 Versatile 305 ……….............…....……. SOLD ’13 NH Workmaster w/loader …… ……. $18,500 ’16 Massey 4608 rops w/loader …............. $43,900 ’17 NH T4.75 w/loader ……..................… $53,000 ’18 NH T4.75 w/loader .............................. $54,000 ’21 NH T7.260 ………........……………… Just in NH T8.390 ……………..............………… Just In NH T8.410 ………….........……………….. Just in Allis 185 w/loader …....................………… SOLD TILLAGE Sunflower 4610 9-24 …….........……… COMING Sunflower 4412-05 ……......................…… Just in CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT NEW NH L318/L320/L328 wheeled units ....... On Hand NEW NH C327/C337/C345 track units .......... On Order NH L228 low hours ............................................ $44,900

HAY TOOLS

New Disc Mowers - 107,108,109 New Disc Mower Cond. - 10’, 13’ New Wheel Rakes - 10,12,14 New NH Hay Tools - ON HAND Frontiern WR1010 wheel rake …….............……… $5,950 ’15 NH DB313 ………………...............………… $29,000 ’13 NH BR7090 ……………….........…………… $25,900

PLANTERS JD 1770 12-30 DF Gen 2 …….......……………. $29,500 JD 7200 12-30 w/LF ………........................…… $21,000 White 6186 16-30 w/liq …....…...................……. $18,000 ’09 White 8222 w/20-20 ……………........……. $45,000 Taking 2023 New Spring Orders COMBINES NEW Geringhoff chopping cornhead .................... Call ’18 Gleaner S97 …….............................… Just Trd’ed ’14 Gleaner S68 ………..............…..………… Just In ’02 Gleaner R62 …...............................……… $53,500 ’02 Gleaner R62 ……………...................……. $35,000 ’94 Gleaner R72 ………….......................…… $27,000 Geringhoff parts & heads available

MISCELLANEOUS NEW Salford RTS Units ........................................ Call NEW Unverferth Seed Tenders .............................. Call NEW Westfield Augers .......................................... Call NEW REM VRX Vacs. .......................................... Call NEW Hardi Sprayers ............................................. Call NEW Riteway Rollers ........................................... Call NEW Lorenz Snowblowers ................................... Call NEW Batco Conveyors ......................................... Call NEW Brent Wagons & Grain Carts ....................... Call NEW E-Z Trail Seed Wagons ................................ Call NEW Rock Buckets & Pallet Forks ...................... Call Pre-Owned Grain Cart .................................. On Hand New Horsch Jokers ................................................ Call

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AUCTION TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2022 | 10AM CST

27099 Wass Avenue, Worthington, MN 56187

2005 CASE IH MX285

2014 CASE IH 6130

1997 CASE IH 8920

Auctioneer’s Note: After a lifetime of farming, Keith and Brenda have decided to retire. Steffes is honored to offer this full line of well maintained, shedded Case IH equipment at this live auction event. Don’t miss your chance to bid on this exceptional line of equipment.

2014 CASE IH 200

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KEITH & BRENDA STANTON FARM RETIREMENT AUCTION KEITH STANTON, 507.360.7037 or Steffes Group - Andy Frank, 507.828.1322

Hwy. 14, 3 miles West of Janesville, MN

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SteffesGroup.com | 320.693.9371 Steffes Group, Inc., 23579 MN Hwy 22 S, Litchfield, MN 55355

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This week’s Back Roads is the work of The Land Correspondent Tim King. Photos by Jan King.

Be Dave’s boss

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on and Dave’s Store, which is at the intersection of County Road 26 and the Long Prairie River in Moran Township, Todd County Minnesota, celebrated 65 years of continuous business last Oct. 1.

Operated first by Don and June Noska, then Don and his son Dave, and for the last 48 years just Dave, the store started as Don’s dream to have a place in the middle of nowhere — too far from nearby Staples and too far from Browerville — for local people to gas up their cars, grab a beer or pop, and maybe an ice cream cone for the kids.

There was a counter and stools and there were some booths to relax a bit, or visit with neighbors after a day putting up hay or maybe an early November morning on a deer stand.

The booths are gone now; but the counter, worn in a warm and friendly way, and ice cream and gas and beer are still there. And so is the feel that this is a neighborhood store.

“My customers are my boss,” Dave, now 76, says.

“This is not a corporate store. I treat my customers right and take care of them and they keep coming back.”

Dave, who says he works to make every day a good day, sees the people who come to get gas or groceries or deli-meat, as more than customers. He’s known most of them, young and old, for years. Take the older fellow in denim coveralls who Dave has been chatting with.

“He comes in once or twice a year,” Dave said. “He just bought a deer license like he does every year. I like my customers to walk out of here with a smile on their face.”

Don and Dave’s is not a convenience store — although it is convenient for the neighborhood that it’s there. Dave says it’s a “gas and groceries” store and it is that for sure.

But it has things like wooden clothes pins, brooms, baking pans, milk, motor oil, frozen stew meat, night crawlers, snacks, office and school supplies, canning lids, and a very long list of items that only Dave and his customers know are there.

As Dave might say, his customers, or many bosses, determine what he has in inventory.

Don and Dave’s is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. If you do stop by, be sure to check out the beautiful barn quilt made by Dave’s wife Mary.

It’s got an ice cream cone in the center. v

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