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Mountrail County files felony criminal case against troubled grain dealer

By Mikkel Pates

Agweek Staff Writer

BISMARCK, N.D. — The Mountrail County State’s Attorney has filed a felony criminal complaint against Hunter Hanson of Leeds, N.D., for issuing a $94,000 bounced check for grain transactions.

In a separate civil case, a Mountrail County farmer has filed suit in Eddy County to recover $111,000 for a separate bounced check from one of Hanson’s companies.

Meanwhile, a North Dakota Public Service Commission Hanson official on Tuesday, Dec. 11, said the agency is “days” away from filing insolvency actions grain businesses Hanson runs.

Konrad Crockford, PSC director of compliance, said Hanson did not respond by a Dec. 5 deadline to request a hearing on a cease and desist order, which the PSC had imposed Nov. 21.

Crockford said a separate but related insolvency action for Midwest Grain Trading, a roving grain buying company, will be filed in Burleigh County in Bismarck. Another separate insolvency action against Nodak Grain, with two warehouses in rural Devils Lake and Rugby, will be filed in Ramsey County at Devils Lake, where the companies have an office.

“We’re working on finalizing that paperwork now,” Crockford said. The three-member PSC would likely have to schedule another special meeting to trigger the court action.

The PSC became alerted on Nov. 8 when several patrons complained that the company had failed to pay for grain on time or had bounced checks. Randy Christmann, a PSC commissioner with the grain regulation portfolio, wasn’t immediately available to comment on the pace or status of the agency action.

Roger Harstad, a farmer from Palermo, N.D., in Mountrail County, on Nov. 27 filed a civil suit in Eddy County, alleging Midwest Grain Trading failed to pay $111.888.25 for bushels of hard red spring wheat.

In the complaint, Harstad said he shipped grain to ADM-Benson Quinn at Hensler, N.D., in Oliver County, between Aug. 7 and Sept. 15. Hanson paid with a check dated Sept. 24. The check was returned for insufficient funds on Nov. 9. Harstad is represented by Derrick Braaten of Bismarck.

On Monday, Dec. 10, Mountrail County State’s Attorney Wade Enget filed a citation against Hanson for issuing a non-sufficient fund check of $94,480.41 written to United Quality Cooperative

on Oct. 26. The co-op is based in New Town, N.D., with facilities in Parshall and Ross.

The charge is a Class C felony, Enget said. If convicted, the maximum penalty would be five years in the state penitentiary, with no mandatory minimum. The maximum fine is $10,000 plus restitution. Enget acknowledged he could have waited for the North Dakota Attorney General’s office to act if issues had crossed jurisdictions.

“That would only delay it,” Enget said. “My thought is, you get after it. No. 1, it is a crime. No. 2, it happened in Mountrail County.”

$23M in business Hanson, 21, told Agweek his companies have traded some $23 million in grain. His roving grain buyer license was established by the PSC in May 2017, after complaints the previous months that he was operating without a license, which requires a bond.

In an earlier interview, Hanson said he has paid a lot of farmers substantial amounts for more than a year.

Crockford and Christmann said the PSC said they’d received calls totaling more than $5 million in troubled transactions, some including bounced checks. Hanson has told Agweek that bounced checks might only involve $700,000 and that they were part of a mixup in his offices.

On Dec. 11, Hanson declined comment for a follow-up story and noted he wanted any future contact to be through his lawyer.

The company remains in control of its books and accounts, Crockford said. The PSC’s authority is only over the grain assets and accounts receivable for grain.

The PSC has measured the amount of grain held in the Rugby (Tunbridge) and Devils Lake (Rohrville) elevator sites.

Hanson had blamed some of his difficulties on a sump pump failure that put water into some of his Rohrville grain bins and ruined grain, but Crockford said the agency hasn’t made any assessment of any water damage.

Deliver? Don’t?

Lowell Bottrell, a partner in the Anderson, Bottrell, Sanden & Thompson Law Firm in Fargo, says his firm has been contacted by farmers about claims that could be made against Hanson’s businesses.

One potential client for Bottrell’s firm is concerned about whether they had to deliver grain for which they’d made contracts with the companies.

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Forum News Service/Agweek/ Mikkel Pates Stuart Letcher, executive vice president of the North Dakota Grain Dealer’s Association in Fargo, says farmers should be cautious if new grain dealers are able to offer significantly higher prices than established firms.

“You have to monitor what the PSC is doing with their claim,” Bottrell said. The case has been handled “administratively” with the cease and desist order, he said.

If the case gets to district court and the court makes the PSC a trustee, a fund would be established that would include accounts receivable, possibly grain in the facility, and a bond claim.

If the courts approve the PSC as a trustee, any farmer involved should file a claim, he said.

For people who have made cash sales, a $400,000 bond is available for the roving grain buyer’s license and a separate $150,000 bond for the warehouse business, if needed.

Both company names registered with the secretary of state appear to be simply “trade names,” Bottrell said, with Hanson operating them as an individual, which would be unusual for a business of this nature. “Anybody who thinks they had dealt with a corporation, they’re mistaken.”

Any farmers who might lose money in an insolvent company could qualify for an 80-percent compensation under a special Credit Sale Contract Indemnity Fund established by the North Dakota Legislature in 2003 in the wake of the Wimbledon (N.D.) Grain Co. insolvency in January 2002. The 2005 Legislature cut the fund to $6 million. Assessments to the fund resume when the fund falls to $3 million. No new assessments have been made since 2008.

No ‘sexy’ crime Bottrell says he’s seen numerous grain company insolvencies where bonds don’t provide farmers with substantial protection. He said even a $400,000 bond in the Midwest Grain Trading case would offer little protection when compared to the price of commodities and the volumes involved.

“Twenty years ago, we thought bond coverage was insufficient,” said Bottrell, who was involved when the Woods Farmers Cooperative Elevator Co. of Leonard, N.D., filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation in 1989.

Bottrell didn’t specify an amount his client has not been paid for but said any amount these days is significant, especially with the tight economic straits farmers face with low commodity prices.

Stuart Letcher, executive vice president of the North Dakota Grain Dealers Association, said farmers should check with the state about any complaints. “Or, stick with companies that historically have done well,” he said.

Letcher said one caution is if someone pays “way over market” on grain, farmers should be “a little cautious” when approaching the deal.

Bottrell is soon is retiring from active legal practice. He said he has never seen anyone prosecuted criminally for fraud relating to grain trading. “It’s usually not a sexy crime,” he said.

“It looks more like a business transaction.” AG

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Ag Outlook focuses on new markets and production

By Michelle Rook AgweekTV Anchor

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — 2018 has been a tough year for soybean producers, but they’re looking ahead at new uses and new market opportunities in the coming year.

That was the focus of this year’s Ag Outlook 2018. More than 800 farmers attended the annual meeting of the South Dakota Soybean Association, which features the Soybean Yield Contest, a trade show and various speakers.

Mark Luecke, CEO of Prairie AquaTech, updated farmers on the progress on the new plant near Volga that will produce soy-based feed for aquaculture. He says their product, ME-PRO, provides an exciting new market for South Dakota soybeans.

“Soybean meal is used in aquaculture at a very low inclusion rate, and because of what we’ve done with our process to make South Dakota’s soy based ME-PRO, we’re able to get into a much larger percentage of the diet,” he says.

The plant opens in the spring 2019 and will produce 30,000 tons of the feed from a little over 50,000 tons of soybean meal from the state’s farmers, which will add value to their soybean crop.

“We’re buying soybean meal for $400 a ton and we’re selling a soy-based product for $1,500 a ton and that’s important economically for the farmers,” Luecke says.

Economist Dr. Matt Roberts with Kernmantle Group talked about the cycles in commodity prices from 2000 and 2018 and what is ahead in commodity prices. He told farmers the low grain price cycle was near the end until the tariff war started. He says grain prices in the spring of 2018 offered some good prices and provided some optimism, that was until the trade war erupted.

“I think the tariffs are extending this, they’re continuing to suppress demand. How long the trough lasts is not exact. I think we probably have another maybe two years,” he says.

Fred Below, professor of crop physiology at the University of Illinois, shared his “Six Secrets of Soybean Success.” They include fertility, hybrid selection, foliar protection, insect and disease control, seed treatment use and row spacing.

The one area most commonly overlooked, according to Below, is fertility. He says farmers don’t think they need to fertilize because the soybean gets some of its nitrogen from the nodules.

“A common practice I think is to fertilize the corn and let the soybean use what’s left over, but they do not realize how little is left over,” he says.

In fact, he says if farmers take what they put on corn and put even a portion on soybeans, there is a real yield advantage. Plus, most farmers realize the benefit of potassium, but phosphorus and sulfur are also important for yield.

Another agronomic debate regarding soybean production is planting populations, which Below says need to be pushed.

“Most of our highest yields do come when we go in narrower rows and we increase the population. Both of those strategies are designed to cover the ground as fast as possible and intercept as much light as possible and yield is all about light interception,” he says.

Below adds that when farmers combine some of these practices in a system, they can take yields even higher.

The South Dakota Soybean Research and Promotion Council also uses Ag Outlook as a way to show and tell soybean farmers about the programs their checkoff supports. Centerville, S.D., farm-

Michelle Rook / Agweek Mark Luecke, CEO of Prairie AquaTech, updated farmers at Ag Outlook 2018 on the progress on the new plant near Volga, S.D., that will produce soy based feed for aquaculture.

er Tim Ostrem serves on the council and says farmers use the education they gain from the conference to better their operations.

“We want to be forward thinking and see what things we can do to raise our yields even more in the future and some of the benefits we can get from the byproducts of our soybeans like biodiesel and items like that. We want to try to expand any way we can get some revenue,” he says. AG

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Dec. 18-19 — Conservation Tillage Conference, Fargo Hilton Garden Inn, Fargo, N.D. Information: https://www. ndsu.edu/soilhealth.

Jan. 8 — Sugarbeet research and reporting seminar, Fargo Holiday Inn, Fargo, N.D. Jan. 8-9 — Montana and WY Malt Barley and Sugar Beet Symposium, Billings Hotel and Convention Center. Information: mountainstateag.org.

Jan. 8-9 — Beltwide Cotton Conferences, New Orleans, La. Jan. 9-10 — National Sunflower Association Research Forum, Holiday Inn, Fargo, N.D. Information: sunflowernsa. com.

Jan. 9-10 — Potato Expo 2019, Austin Convention Center, Austin, Texas.

Information: potato-expo.com.

Jan. 9 — Minnesota Crop Improvement Association Annual Meeting, Fergus Falls, Minn.

Jan. 11-16 — IDEAg Trade Show & AFBF Annual Convention 2019, New Orleans, LA. Jan. 21-23 — Precision Ag Summit, North Dakota Farmers Union Conference Center, Jamestown, N.D. Information: regonline.com/precisionag2019.

Jan. 23-25 — Sioux Falls Farm Show, Sioux Falls, S.D. Information: siouxfallsfarmshow.com.

Jan. 25 — Land Investment Expo, West Des Moines, Iowa 3-4, 2017 – Lake Region Extension Roundup, Devils Lake, N.D. Jan. 28-29 — Northern Pulse Growers Annual Convention, Holiday InnRiverside, Minot, N.D. Information: www. northernpulse.com.

Jan. 30-FEB. 1 — KMOT Ag Expo, North Dakota State Fair Center, Minot, N.D. Information: kmotagexpo.com.

Feb. 9 — Sustainable Farming Association’s Annual Conference, College of Saint Benedict, St. Joseph, Minn. Information: www.sfa-mn.org/ conference.

Feb. 12 — Northern Corn and Soybean Expo, Fargodome, Fargo, N.D. Information: http://www.ndcorn.org/corncouncil/ checkoff-programs/promotion/northerncorn-soybean-expo.

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NDSU’s Wachenheim receives teaching award NEW ORLEANS, La. — Cheryl Wachenheim, a professor in North Dakota State University’s Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department, received the 2018 Regional Teaching Award during the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities annual conference in New Orleans, La. Wachenheim joined NDSU in 1998. She regularly teaches courses in economics and agricultural sales and finance. She also conducts research on how knowledge and skills are exchanged in an educational context and is inspired to grow as a teacher from the literature she reads, experiences other teachers share, and workshops and seminars.

She earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Minnesota, and a master’s degree and doctorate in agricultural economics and an MBA from Michigan State University.

Rozeboom hired as Integrated Pest Management Coordinator BROOKINGS, S.D. — Philip Rozeboom recently joined the SDSU Extension team to serve South Dakotans as the new SDSU Extension Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Coordinator.

In this role, Rozeboom will develop and implement integrated pest management programming for insect pests of field crops throughout South Dakota including; corn, soybean, wheat, sunflower, alfalfa and pulse crops.

Rozeboom worked in pest management research throughout his undergraduate and graduate years.

His graduate research focused on organic foliar fungicide and its impact on soybean aphids. Eventually, his research experience, led to a research associate position at SDSU.

Schlechter receives Friend of Economic Development Award BROOKINGS, S.D. — SDSU Extension Community Vitality Field Specialist, Peggy Schlechter was

recently recognized with the Friend of Economic Development Award by the Wall Economic Development Corporation.

As a member of the SDSU Extension Community Vitality Team, Schlechter first began working with the community of Wall six years ago when she helped facilitate the Stronger Economies Together program, a regional economic development effort in which Wall participates. She began working directly with Wall Economic Development Corporation in 2016 as Wall made plans to participate in the Marketing Hometown America program.

SDSU Extension’s Marketing Hometown America program is designed to train community leaders to organize citizens to change the dialogue and make strategic changes to benefit their community.

Buchanan Named Blue Key Distinguished Educator FARGO, N.D. — The North Dakota State University chapter of the Blue Key National Honor Society has selected David Buchanan to receive the Distinguished Educator Award.

Buchanan, associate dean for academic programs in NDSU’s College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources, was honored Dec. 10. The Blue Key Honor Society is recognizing Buchanan for his interest in students and extraordinary efforts to help them, along with his field of expertise and dedication to NDSU. Buchanan, a Fargo native, earned a bachelor of science degree in animal science from NDSU. He earned a master’s degree in animal science and a Ph.D. in animal breeding and genetics from the University of Nebraska. He joined NDSU in 2007 as a professor and head of the Animal Sciences Department. He became associate dean in 2012.

Blue Key’s purpose is to work with students and faculty to further the university’s interests. Membership is based on scholastic involvement, leadership abilities, and involvement in campus activities and service.

REGIONAL NEWS

America’s next big food fight: lab meats

By Amanda Radke Special to Agweek

As 2018 draws to a close, foodies and food producers alike are all talking about one major hot topic — cell cultured proteins.

In fact, Tyson’s Trendtellers recently listed lab meats, and other alternative protein sources, as one of the six emerging food trends for 2019.

With investors ramping up production with the intention of rolling out their chicken nuggets, fish filets, eggs and burger patties, all grown in “meat breweries” within the next couple of years, only two hurdles stand in their way — regulations and nomenclature.

In October, USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service and the Food and Drug Administration hosted a joint public meeting to discuss the potential hazards, oversight considerations and labeling of cell cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry tissue.

After two days of testimonies from producers, retailers, food professionals, investors and consumers, the two government agencies released statements announcing that the

FDA and USDA would share joint regulatory oversight of cell cultured proteins.

The statement was issued by FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb and USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue. The agencies propose, “a joint regulatory framework wherein FDA oversees cell collection, cell banks and cell growth differentiation. A transition from FDA to USDA oversight will occur during the cell harvest stage. USDA will then oversee the production and labeling of food products derived from the cells of livestock and poultry.

They added, “Because our agencies have the statutory authority necessary to appropriately regulate cell-cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry, the Administration does not believe that legislation on this topic is necessary.”

A public comment period on this topic is open on the Federal Register until Dec. 26, giving all parties ample time to voice concerns on oversight, labeling, regulatory procedures and safety considerations for these cell cultured food products.

“This is the United States’ next big food fight, and some companies are anticipating first market entry of cell cultured chicken nuggets as early as 2019,” said Danielle Beck, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association director of government affairs. “These products can be created from a single plucked chicken feather or the skill cell of a pig.

Beck recently provided an update on this topic to ranchers attending the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association’s 70th Annual Convention & Trade Show held in Huron, S.D., Nov. 27-29.

“Ultimately, what’s holding these companies back is the uncertain regulatory framework,” she said. “There are still so many unanswered questions. Is it meat? When does muscle tissue become meat? What are the labeling considerations? How do we ensure these products are safe? The regulatory framework must preserve an even playing field for all products to compete, regardless of production method.”

Without a doubt, Americans love meat. The average U.S. consumer will eat a record-high 222 lbs. of meat annually, according to the

USDA. And these new meat food products promise more than your average hamburger; investors are making claims on sustainability, nutrition, animal welfare and more.

“This has been a much longer battle than any of us would like,” said Beck. “As the comment period proceeds, internally we need to have conversations about what we can live with.

Whether these products are called lab grown, cell cultured, magic meat, synthetic beef or imitation beef, a mandatory label is a must to differentiate these products in the meat case.”

Per the Federal Meat Inspection Act, Beck said regulatory definitions already in the books would place cell cultured proteins under the definition of a meat byproduct.

“When considering the definitions of meat, meat food products and meat byproducts, the most fitting for these lab proteins would be meat byproducts, which have very different requirements than what traditional meat does.

That’s what we are advocating for.”

To submit a written comment on this topic online, visit: www.regulations.gov/document?D=FSIS-2018-0036-0001. AG

Minnesota corn group brings back conservation funding Innovation Grant Program returns

By Jonathan Knutson Agweek Staff Writer

For the fourth straight year, the Minnesota Corn Growers Association is offering to help corn farmers pay for conservation-minded research.

The Minnesota Corn Innovation Grant Program is accepting proposals “focused on innovation solutions to preventing both nitrogen and phosphorous loss to ground and surface water. Each accepted proposal will feature novel practices related to improved nitrogen and/or phosphorus management on a field scale program,” according to the Minnesota Corn Growers Association.

Farmers will be eligible for up to $7,000 per year. Proposals must be applied for, and conducted by, an active Minneso-

ta farmer subject to the Minnesota corn check-off.

“Minnesota’s corn growers are taking a proactive approach to improving nutrient management, and the Innovation Grant Program continues to be a great avenue for farmers to put their idea to the test,” Paul Meints, Minnesota Corn Growers Association senior research director, said in a written statement.

Twelve projects received funding through the program in 2017; each focused on preventing nitrogen loss.

This year’s program was expanded to “improve phosphorus management, which has been a focus for farmers in the Red River Valley, specifically,” according to the corn group.

Since it began, the program has invested about $400,000 in 40 farmer-led research projects, ranging from novel approaches in cover crop systems to state-of-the-art drip irrigation.

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To learn more about the Minnesota Corn Innovation Grant Program, visit http:// www.mncorn.org/2018/08/06/2019-innovation-grant-program-rfp-open-minnesotas-corn-growers/. The application

deadline is Dec. 31. To submit a proposal, visit http://www.mncorn.org/wp-content/ uploads/2018/08/RFP-MN-Corn-FY2019-Innovation-Grant.pdf. AG

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America’s next big food fight: lab meats

By Amanda Radke Special to Agweek

As 2018 draws to a close, foodies and food producers alike are all talking about one major hot topic — cell cultured proteins.

In fact, Tyson’s Trendtellers recently listed lab meats, and other alternative protein sources, as one of the six emerging food trends for 2019.

With investors ramping up production with the intention of rolling out their chicken nuggets, fish filets, eggs and burger patties, all grown in “meat breweries” within the next couple of years, only two hurdles stand in their way — regulations and nomenclature.

In October, USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service and the Food and Drug Administration hosted a joint public meeting to discuss the potential hazards, oversight considerations and labeling of cell cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry tissue.

After two days of testimonies from producers, retailers, food professionals, investors and consumers, the two government agencies released statements announcing that the FDA and USDA

would share joint regulatory oversight of cell cultured proteins.

The statement was issued by FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb and USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue. The agencies propose, “a joint regulatory framework wherein FDA oversees cell collection, cell banks and cell growth differentiation. A transition from FDA to USDA oversight will occur during the cell harvest stage. USDA will then oversee the production and labeling of food products derived from the cells of livestock and poultry.

They added, “Because our agencies have the statutory authority necessary to appropriately regulate cell-cultured food products derived from livestock and poultry, the Administration does not believe that legislation on this topic is necessary.”

A public comment period on this topic is open on the Federal Register until Dec. 26, giving all parties ample time to voice concerns on oversight, labeling, regulatory procedures and safety considerations for these cell cultured food products.

“This is the United States’ next big food fight, and some companies are anticipating first mar-

ket entry of cell cultured chicken nuggets as early as 2019,” said Danielle Beck, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association director of government affairs. “These products can be created from a single plucked chicken feather or the skill cell of a pig.

Beck recently provided an update on this topic to ranchers attending the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association’s 70th Annual Convention & Trade Show held in Huron, S.D., Nov. 27-29.

“Ultimately, what’s holding these companies back is the uncertain regulatory framework,” she said. “There are still so many unanswered questions. Is it meat? When does muscle tissue become meat? What are the labeling considerations? How do we ensure these products are safe? The regulatory framework must preserve an even playing field for all products to compete, regardless of production method.”

Without a doubt, Americans love meat. The average U.S. consumer will eat a record-high 222 lbs. of meat annually, according to the USDA. And these new meat food products promise more than your average hamburger; investors are

making claims on sustainability, nutrition, animal welfare and more.

“This has been a much longer battle than any of us would like,” said Beck. “As the comment period proceeds, internally we need to have conversations about what we can live with. Whether these products are called lab grown, cell cultured, magic meat, synthetic beef or imitation beef, a mandatory label is a must to differentiate these products in the meat case.”

Per the Federal Meat Inspection Act, Beck said regulatory definitions already in the books would place cell cultured proteins under the definition of a meat byproduct.

“When considering the definitions of meat, meat food products and meat byproducts, the most fitting for these lab proteins would be meat byproducts, which have very different requirements than what traditional meat does. That’s what we are advocating for.”

To submit a written comment on this topic online, visit: www.regulations.gov/document?D=FSIS-2018-0036-0001. AG

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Former Secretary Glickman hooded at KSU ceremony

By Mikkel Pates

Agweek Staff Writer

As a proud Dakotan, I am thrilled just now to be thinking of a newly-minted Kansas State University Wildcat!

If you’ve jumped ahead to the idea that I am referring to Dan Glickman, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, you’re right!

Yes, Glickman, 74, was the graduate school commencement speaker and received an honorary doctor of philosophy degree at KSU in Manhattan, Kan., on Dec. 7. Coincidentally our son, Nick, received his doctorate “hood” in agricultural economics on the same day.

In government, Glickman defined public service, statesmanship and food awareness.

He grew up in urban Wichita, Kan. His Jewish family was in the scrap iron, oil and gas business, an independent oil and gas company, and a Triple-A baseball team. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a history degree and went on for a law degree from George Washington University.

He worked in a Wichita law firm, and then with the Securities and Exchange Commission. He ran for Congress in 1976, serving for 18 years until being defeated in 1994, where he served on the House Agriculture Committee. In 1995, President Bill Clinton appointed him secretary of agriculture. Glickman left office in 2001.

He became director of the Institute of Politics at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. He went on to chair the Motion Picture Association of America, serving as chief lobbyist for the movie industry. (Glickman would quip that he went from “growing popcorn” as ag secretary to “selling popcorn” in the movie industry.)

In his folksy speech style, Glickman emphasized the need for bipartisanship and “middle-of-the-road” American politics. He touted a long, strong relationship in the House with Pat Roberts, a Republican who went on to chair the Senate Agriculture Committee.

Today, Glickman is vice president of the Aspen Institute and executive director of its congressional program, a “civility-building” program to build personal connections between members of Congress of different parties.

Glickman urged fellow honorees in different fields to grapple with issues of diet, nutrition and health, as well as water availability and biosecurity.

“America must be actively engaged in the world,” Glickman said. “Efforts to withdraw to become unilateral are not only not healthy for America but dangerous for the rest of the world as well. “Climate change is real but can be dealt with with science and with good judgment,” he said, adding that KSU and land grant colleges have a role in “providing food sustainably for a hungry and peaceful world.”

Glickman emphasized that the American political system “only works” with the “grease of compromise and consensus.” Yes, partisanship has its place, but it’s “not good when it leads to gridlock,” he said.

He underlined the value of a self-deprecating sense of humor as a tool in politics and in life. He recalled that former President Bill Clinton joked that, only he “would ask a Jewish secretary of agriculture (Glickman) to actively promote the pork industry.” And Glickman smiled: “And I did that with great relish because it was good for America. I didn’t have to eat it, but I was going to sell it.”

Coincidentally, just prior to this year’s graduation festivities, famed KSU football coach Bill Snyder, 79, announced he was stepping down after 27 seasons.

At the podium, Glickman joked that he would not accept the KSU head coach position, if offered, because he was simply “too young” for the job.

And the final coincidence: North Dakota State University’s coach Chris Klieman, 51, accepted the KSU job — another new Wildcat.

While I wish Klieman all the best with his $2.5 million salary, he will — for me — take his place well behind the purple pride of two other Wildcats — Glickman and, of course, “Doctor Nick.’ AG

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Thriving through ag change, adversity ‘Resilience Whisperer’ visits North Dakota

By Jonathan Knutson Agweek Staff Writer

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — When people hear the word “resilience,” they sometimes think “tough” or “grit.” Dennis Hoiberg says that’s a mistake.

“Resilience is the ability to bounce forward, not back, through change and adversity,” says Hoiberg, who’s billed as “The Resilience Whisperer.”

He also says farmers, who sometimes like to think of themselves as resilient, are in fact stubborn, a trait that can work against them, especially in tough times.

Hoiberg, from Melbourne, Australia, spoke with Agweek Dec. 12 on the first day of the two-day Prairie Grains Conference at the Alerus

Center in Grand Forks, N.D. Hoiberg gave presentations on both days.

Upwards of 900 people attended the annual event, considered by some to be the unofficial start of the farm meeting season in Hoiberg northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota.

Prairie Grains was sponsored by the Minnesota Association of Wheat Growers, North Dakota Barley Council, Minnesota Barley Council, Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council, Northland Community & Technical College, Minnesota Farm Bureau and the North Dakota Grain Growers Association.

The event provides specific information on wheat, soybeans and barley, as well as general information on weather, marketing, politics, finance and more. This year, with concern growing about tough economic conditions in area agriculture, Hoiberg was brought in to provide

his perspectives on overcoming adversity.

Hoiberg, who grew up in Australian agriculture, said he lived through tough times, both economic and emotional, in his country’s dairy industry. Those experiences encouraged him to help others in ag survive and thrive through tough times.

Too often, people going through tough times, or know other people who are, stress the importance of “thinking happy thoughts” or other feel-good efforts to keep up their spirits, he said.

A much better approach is to be proactive, reaching out to people such as lenders, friends or clergy members who can provide concrete help, he said.

“Resilience isn’t about being happy or sad.

It’s about doing something to make things better,” he said.

Hoiberg, whose humor-laden presentation included lessons from cartoon TV star Homer Simpson and legendary Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu, offered a number of “guiding principles” in resiliency. They include:

► “It’s far better for you to do something than nothing at all.” ► “It’s all about relationships. When you have good, effective relationships in the workplace, you can talk through stuff.” ► “Remember there’s a thing called ‘the line’” — which means “you can’t be responsible for another person.”

His suggestions on what to say to friends and acquaintances enduring tough times include “I’m here for you,” “If I can help, just tell me how,” and, perhaps most usefully, “I’m not quite sure what I can do for you, mate, but together we can sort something out.”

Hoiberg also recommended HOPE — consisting of habit, optimism, plan and enacting — as a realistic approach in building and maintaining resiliency.

Look for articles on other speakers at this year’s Prairie Grains Conference in the Dec. 24 issue of Agweek. AG

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By Marytina Lawrence Over the years, we have always had an open door policy on the farm. Some might view that as dangerous to allow anyone to come to the farm an visit, but we have always looked upon visitors with joy. It is always a fun time to have people come to the farm and learn about what we do.

Because we raise breeding cattle primarily, there are always plenty of different shapes and sizes of animals to look at. For those who are not exposed to cattle on a regular basis, having the opportunity to see a baby calf is always a hit. But the biggest hit has always been the “Big Bull.” Over the years, we usually will have at least one herd bull on the farm that makes a statement. Large full-grown bulls can range is size and height and be upwards of 2,500 pounds.

Currently, the herd bull at the farm also happens to be my oldest son’s show bull. He is about 2,500 pounds, at least 5-feet-7-inches high at the center of his back and 6 feet at his head. He is truly magnificent. Additionally, because he has been shown, he is halter broke and used to people. In fact, on some level, I notice that he enjoys the attention, always quiet and willing to be approached and pet. When people come to the farm for a tour or an impromptu visit, Trusteze is always the center of attention. He is a great conversation piece guaranteed to get the dialogue about cattle going and generate interest in all the other subjects pertaining to the farm.

Yesterday, some friends from church called to ask if they could bring their extended family by to see the “Big Bull.” They wanted them to see him as he is such a show-stopper. Despite the fact that it was Sunday afternoon, we graciously accepted the opportunity and drove the whole family out into the field to see Trusteze, and he did not disappoint. It was a fun time full of laughter and questions with a group of people that are not exposed to agriculture directly at any other time.

Photo by: Marytina Lawrence, Special to Agweek Trusteze is always the center of attention on the Lawrence farm.

The smallest things can open doors to talk about farming and the life we live.

We just have to be willing to go that extra mile and open our hearts and make ourselves available. AG Lawrence and her husband Bryan raise turf grass, alfalfa, corn and purebred Hereford cattle near Princeton, Minn. She works for the Minnesota Farm Bureau Foundation and is state coordinator for the Speak for Yourself program. Reach her at marytinathefarmerswife@gmail.com.

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Former ag secretary, U.S. House member Bergland dies at 90

By Dan Niepow

Forum News Service

ROSEAU, Minn. — Former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and U.S. Rep. Bob Bergland died Sunday, Dec. 9, at LifeCare Roseau Manor in Roseau. He was 90.

The Roseau native served three terms in the U.S. House before being chosen by President Jimmy Carter to lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Bergland overcame four bouts of cancer throughout his life. Shortly before Thanksgiving, he had been hospitalized for sepsis, said his daughter Linda Vatnsdal.

“He was proud of helping others and disenfranchised people,” she said.

Bergland’s colleagues praised him for being an advocate for farmers and consumers.

“Bob served the Seventh District of Minnesota exceptionally before taking his farmer’s experience and work ethic to USDA to make sure that crop insurance, rural development, conservation and research programs worked better for farmers and ranchers across the country,” said U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., in a statement. “I was fortunate to have visited with him back in August and am proud to continue in his footsteps in serving the residents of the Seventh District.”

Bergland “dedicated his life to elevating the standard of living for hard-working family farmers while at the same time safeguarding the interests of American consumers,” said Minnesota DFL Chairman Ken Martin in a statement.

“Bob was a champion for farmers and a true advocate for consumers. He will be missed,” Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., tweeted Monday, Dec. 10.

A hockey goalie in high school, Bergland studied agriculture at the University of Minnesota. In 1950, he married his wife, Helen, with whom he had seven children.

He represented northwestern Minnesota in the House from 1971 to 1977. Bergland also served on the House Agriculture Committee, the Select Committee on Small Business and the Committee on Science.

He served as secretary of agriculture under President Carter from 1977 to 1981.

From 1981 to 1983, he was president of Farmland World Trade. He then worked as a general manager for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association in Washington, D.C. In 1993, he returned to Roseau..

The Minnesota Legislature in 1997 elected Bergland to the University of Minnesota Board of

Regents. During his time on the board, he focused on making the university more accessible and taking “the ivory out of the tower,” he said in 1997.

But more than anything, Bergland was proud of his family, Vatnsdal said, noting he had 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

In the early 2000s, Bergland was diagnosed with prostate cancer and treated with a radioactive seeding. A year later, he developed sarcoma in his left arm.

Bergland is survived by his wife, Helen; two daughters; and three sons. AG

Photo by Eric Hylden / Forum News Service Former Congressman and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Bob Bergland died Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, at LifeCare Roseau Manor in Roseau, Minn. He was 90.

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Wollum also mentioned the importance of successfully resolving tariff concerns.

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At this time of year, it’s frequently linked to the NFL Vikings.

But cattle are important to the state, too, Minnesota cattle industry officials say.

“We’re a big state, and we have cattle across the state. We have a huge amount of cow-calf operations in the northern part of the state, and in southern Minnesota, too. And we have a lot of cattle in Minnesota on feed, as well,” in part a reflection of the state’s strong grain production, said Krist Wollum, a Porter, Minn., rancher and president of the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association.

Wollum was among the roughly 250 people who attended the group’s annual convention and trade show Dec. 7-8 in Alexandria.

Minnesota had 2.35 million cattle on Jan. 1, 2018, and collectively they’ll have roughly a $2 billion economic impact in the state, said Daniel Lofthus, Minnesota state statistician for the National Agricultural Statistics Service, an arm of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

About one in three Minnesota farming operations has beef cattle or dairy cattle or both, according to NASS information.

The Minnesota cattle group’s members include both cattle and dairy producers.

Minnesota cattle producers face a challenge that their peers in North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana don’t: the presence of a dominant metropolitan area.

Of Minnesota’s roughly 5.5 million residents, about 3.5 million live in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Statistical Area — and those 3.5 million urban residents often have different priorities than rural residents involved in production agriculture.

“It’s very hard to educate some of the people who aren’t willing to be educated. So that’s a big challenge ahead of us,” Wollum said. “But we’ll continue to go to the (state) capital as often as we can to visit with legislators and elected officials. We do have a lot of good rural elected officials who are helping us to bridge that gap.”

Wollum, asked about profitability in Minnesota’s cattle industry, said that for ranchers selling calves “there’s been an ebb and flow (with pric-

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On the cover: During Circle C Ranch Christmas, the venue’s riding arena features stations of the Christmas story. Hailey Whitman, in white, is dressed as an angel and greeting attendees at the census station on Dec. 8.

Rural atmosphere adds to Circle C Ranch’s mission

By Jenny Schlecht Agweek Staff Writer

BALDWIN, N.D. — On a December weekend at Circle C Ranch, the air is filled with the sound of jingle bells, tractors and Christmas hymns.

Each weekend leading up to Christmas, hundreds of cars pull off U.S. Highway 83 and park in a pasture to experience Circle C Christmas, complete with sleigh rides, camp fires and livestock.

“It is a ranch and it is always intended to be a ranch,” said Sam Coleman, Circle C’s executive director for the past year and a half.

Bringing people to the country for a farm experience is big business. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, farms in the U.S. earned $713 million in agritourism pursuits in 2012.

So, Circle C Ranch’s efforts to get people to experience nature and adventure are nothing out of the ordinary. There is, however, a difference between Circle C’s activities and those of many agritourism ventures.

Circle C isn’t trying to make money off its programs. It’s trying to serve the community and give people a place to “experience a life of faith … in a natural setting,” Coleman said, calling Circle C a “fun and exciting place where people come and they experience real relationships, real family, real Jesus and real growth. That’s the goal.”

A focus on heritage and history Trish Lenihan’s family homesteaded on property located off of what is now Highway 83 north of Bismarck, N.D. She grew up there and started Circle C Ranch as a Christ-centered, interdenominational horse and rodeo-orientated youth camp in the 1980s.

The ranch, however, went “dormant” after about a decade, Coleman explained. But earlier this decade, work began to rejuvenate the ministry for a new generation.

Lenihan, who is recovering from a broken hip, remains on the Circle C Ranch board.

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Photos by Forum News Service/Agweek/Jenny Schlecht Circle C Ranch Christmas involves hundreds of volunteers who lend a variety of talents, including music. Top of page: A live nativity at each candlelight service is a big part of Circle C Ranch Christmas’s efforts to provide a “real” Christmas experience.

COVER STORY “We’re so grateful for her and so grateful for her continuing vision for this place,” Coleman said.

Circle C now has five “branches,” Coleman said: horse ministry, family ministry, adventure and missions, the ranch itself and Circle C Christmas.

Horse programs were a big part of the history of the ranch and are a big part of the future.

Classes began anew at the ranch over the past summer, and Coleman envisions more trail rides, classes, clinics and rodeos.

Bringing in the history of the ranch and the region are a big focus, Coleman says. He hopes to start events on that order, like Wild West Days or Ranch Days or Heritage Days.

“Horses are a big part of that,” he says.

The other branches also are works in progress, though Coleman imagines family experiences, day camps and missions trips taking place through the facilitation of Circle C. The venue off Highway 83 itself also is open for conferences and camp-outs by outside groups, he says.

But it’s in Circle C Christmas that the potential for the ranch to reach its potential shines through.

Circle C Christmas The Gospel of Luke doesn’t mention animals in the Christmas story. Instead, there are mentions of Mary wrapping Jesus in swaddling clothes and placing him in a manger “because there was no room for them in the inn,” and of an angel declaring to shepherds in the fields that they would find the Savior “wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.”

It wasn’t until the 13th Century that St. Francis of Assisi created the first nativity scene, in part to highlight the humble beginnings of Jesus.

According to the accounts of St. Bonaventure, the scene included “hay and an ox and an ass.”

Much like St. Francis’ efforts, Circle C seeks to create a less sterilized, less commercial version of Christmas. During a Dec. 8 candlelight service, Coleman tells the crowd of hundreds in the Circle C Ranch riding arena to seek a “real Christmas,” not a perfect Christmas. He points out the live nativity before him, featuring a sheep and a horse.

“There probably was some manure there right close to Jesus as they wrapped him in swaddling clothes,” he told the crowd.

“When we think about the nativity, we always try to make it perfect, and we try to make the whole Christmas experience perfect,

when really it’s the process,” he said. “It’s the journey. It’s the time together with family. It’s when it’s not perfect that you are really able to experience what is real and good.”

Circle C Christmas was held on Saturdays and Sundays in the first three weeks of December, which meant six nights of live nativity, 12 candlelight services and thousands of guests taking sleigh rides, hay rides, tractor rides and visiting animals.

Making it all work has taken hundreds of volunteers. Coleman says at least 200 people have been involved in getting Circle C ready for Christmas for months leading up to the event, including planning and decorating. Each night, about 100 volunteers show up to play parts in the nativity, handle animals, direct parking, sell hot chocolate and cookies and more.

“Circle C Ranch Christmas happens because there are so many people who are passionate about the real meaning of Christmas,” Coleman says.

Circle C Christmas featured an interactive Christmas story, in which people can get their “passports” stamped at six stations: census, innkeeper, shepherds, angels, wise men and the star, and nativity. At each station, they learn something about the Christmas story. Some

stations feature arts and crafts. At any time, angels, wise men, shepherds and other characters, portrayed by volunteers, can be found walking around.

Hailey Whitman of Bismarck, was among the volunteers on Dec. 8. Dressed as an angel and helping man the census station, Whitman explained that she designed the programs given out and has served in several other capacities. She got involved through her friendship with Coleman and his wife, Sarah, and was at every night of the 2017 festivities.

“They had a beautiful vision for Christmas last year,” she said. “It’s such a beautiful example of what Christmas is really about.”

The sound of the donkey braying during the candlelight service sticks with Whitman, as do the reactions of families to the setting and the experiences.

“It’s been really fun to see sheep wandering around or a stray chicken running through,” she said.

“There’s tons of people who have never held a chicken before or petted a donkey,” Coleman said.

The Kruger brothers of Hebron, N.D., John, 8, Noah, 6, and Andrew, 5, were making a repeat visit to Circle C Christmas. They also went last

year, said their grandfather, Duane Opp. The boys got a kick out of the animals, of course, but their favorite part?

“Probably the hot cocoa. I loved that,” said John. “It’s super good.”

“The hot cocoa and the sleigh ride,” said Noah.

The boys also enjoyed the arts and crafts, the decorations and visiting the animals.

“My favorite animal that I petted was actually the bunnies,” Noah said. “They were really soft.”

The purpose of the evening wasn’t lost on Noah and Andrew. Both said they learned about Jesus.

Opp, a retired registered Angus rancher, said he enjoyed seeing his grandsons interact with the animals. The relatively mild weather on Dec. 8 was an improvement over last year.

As the Christmas season winds down, Whitman said there’s more to Circle C than just the holiday festivities.

“What I love about Circle C and the heart behind this ranch is that it’s meant to be here for the community,” she said. “It’s meant to bring people together, and there’s so many opportunities now but in the future, too, that Circle C will offer, so keep your eye on it.”

“Circle C Ranch is a place for people,” Coleman said. “It’s a blast. And it’ll be real.” AG

Sam Coleman, executive director of Circle C Ranch, speaks at the first of two candlelight services at Circle C Christmas on Dec. 8, 2018.

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AG B RIEFS Montana’s Next Generation Conference registration open BOZEMAN, Mont. — Registration is now open for Montana’s Next Generation Conference, which will take place Jan. 25-26, in Shelby. The conference will focus on business planning for the farm or ranch and production workshops.

The conference will begin at 11 a.m. Jan. 25 with Scott Shearer of the Bockorny Group, Inc.,

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who will speak on the importance of trade to U.S. agriculture. Following lunch, Matt Roberts, a former agricultural economist at Ohio State University and founder of Kernmantle Group, a risk management consultancy in Columbus, Ohio, will deliver a keynote speech, “Six Hats of Agriculture and Making Sense Today,” designed to offer real-world application for farmers and ranchers in terms of how agriculture has changed in the past five years.

Jan. 26’s events, to be held at Shelby High School, will feature industry speakers and professionals offering 36 workshop options covering crops and livestock production, financial management, record-keeping, leasing, succession planning and more. The workshops are designed to provide pertinent information for both beginning and experienced producers.

The day’s workshops will fulfill Farm Service Agency’s production and financial management training requirements for producers.

Pesticide applicator points will be available throughout the day.

Early bird registration is $25 per day for individuals or $40 per day for couples if registrations are submitted by Jan. 11. Late registrations will be accepted until Jan. 18 at $30 per day for individuals or $50 per day for

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couples. Child care will be available for both days at $15 per child, which includes snacks and meals.

For more information, visit https://mtnextgen.com or contact Lacy Roberts at 406-8735618 or Kari Lewis at 406-873-2239.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodations to attend or participate in this event should contact Roberts or the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339 by Jan. 21.

National FFA Convention & Expo to stay in Indianapolis INDIANAPOLIS — The National FFA Organization has announced the National FFA Convention & Expo will stay in Indianapolis through 2031.

The annual national convention and expo, which has been held in Indianapolis since 2016, hosts more than 67,000 attendees from across the country. The event was estimated to have an economic impact of $39.8 million for Indianapolis during 2018.

The national convention and expo utilizes downtown venues, including Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium, the Indiana Convention Center, the Indiana State Fair-

grounds and event hotels.

During the national convention, in addition to attending workshops, participating in competitive events and attending general sessions, members also participate in National Days of Service, where they give back to the community.

The National FFA Convention took place in Kansas City, Mo., from 1928-98. Louisville then hosted the event from 1999 to 2005, with Indianapolis being the host city from 200612. In 2009, the organization announced the national convention and expo would rotate every three years between Indianapolis and Louisville, with Louisville hosting the event 2013-15 and Indianapolis hosting the event 2016-18. In 2015, the decision was made to move the convention back to Indianapolis from 2016-24.

As the membership of the organization has grown, so has the attendance of the national convention and expo. After the 90th National FFA Convention & Expo, the National FFA Board of Directors opened a bid process for cities wanting to host the national convention and expo beginning in 2025. The final decision was between Atlanta and Indianapolis. AG

NATIONAL NEWS

7 tips for farmers to develop a strong marketing plan Agweek Wire Reports WASHINGTON — One of the keys to for farmers to thrive is a strong marketing plan.

The American Bankers Association at its recent ABA National Agricultural Bankers conference in Omaha, Neb., offered a tip sheet from its ABA Agricultural and Rural Bankers Committee that includes seven tips to help farmers and ranchers manage their risk.

“A well-developed marketing plan can take some of the price risk off the table, which is especially important in today’s ag economy,” said Ed Elfmann, senior vice president, agricultural and rural policy at ABA. An ABA tip list: ► Know break-even costs. Factor in all of your costs including input, debt service and family living expenses. Take a three-year, five-year or Olympic average (eliminate the high and low of the last five years and average the rest). Check this with figures from university agricultural extension services or an advisory firm. ► Act on profit opportunity. Once production costs are understood, selling at a profit—even a small one—eliminates some risk. “One of the biggest mistakes can be inaction because you

think prices are going to go up or you’re going to miss a rally,” the tip sheet says. ► Set a goal and stick to it. Set a date to have all of your marketing completed, Plan to market 10 percent each month, or set a goal to market one, two or even three years out. ► Take emotions out of it. Find a marketing advisory firm or local co-op andor elevator to work with to help remove emotions from the mix.

Talk to your banker for recommendations and understand your options. ► Keep it simple. When you do make a decision, accept it and move on. Don’t beat yourself up afterward if the market moves one way or another. ► Avoid spot markets. Don’t wait until you need to make a loan payment or you need cash. That makes you more vulnerable to what the market can give you at that time. Keep track of your local basis and understand the benefits of forward pricing. ► Understand marketing tools. Thoroughly understand marketing tools — hedge-toarrive contracts, forward pricing, marketing loans to cover hedging expenses, hedging lines of credit, the role of crop insurance. AG

THE SORTING PEN Schlecht lives on a farm and ranch in Medina, N.D., with her husband and two daughters. She can be reached at jschlecht@agweek. com or 701-5950425.

The cows still have to be fed on Christmas

By Jenny Schlecht Agweek Staff Writer

I took a photo last Christmas that I love, one that will be used to tease my younger daughter for years on end.

While Reanna, then 5, sits cross-legged with a happy, though sleepy smile on her face, Kennedy, then about three weeks shy of 2 years old, is clutching a stuffed raccoon in the crook of her elbow, pudgy fingers pressed to her cheeks. The fact that she’s not awake enough to brave the flash of my camera or to be sat down on the living room floor is obvious in the glare pointed directly at me.

When you live on an operation with livestock, you learn pretty young that animals have to be fed whether it’s Christmas Day or a run-of-themill Tuesday. That means that when those special days come, you have to make your plans around the necessary and important work that has to get done.

I remember Christmas mornings growing up where we’d get up long before the sun in order to see what Santa and our parents had brought us. I also remember Christmases when my brother and I chose not to get up quite so early and found ourselves impatiently staring out the window, watching the tractors go back and forth from the silage pile, waiting for Dad to come inside.

Last year, I asked Reanna if she’d rather get up really early to open presents or sleep in and open presents after everything had been fed. For a kindergartner, the decisions was an easy one. Of course she wanted to get up early! That her poor little sister, a night owl to the core, was to be pulled out of bed in the process was of little consequence to her.

So, I snuck into Reanna’s room early that morning, and with my quiet declaration of “Merry Christmas,” she bounded out of her bed. Then I went into Kennedy’s room, turned off the sound of a babbling brook that she sleeps to and convinced her to wake up. I don’t remember if she said any intelligible words, but the noises she made would have to be spelled out in asterisks.

A few presents in and her mood improved immensely, giving us some happy photos of her second Christmas to go with the grumpy one.

This Christmas, I expect I’ll have two little girls who will bound toward the tree in excitement. They’re at a special age where they both are old enough to understand what’s going on and where everything about Christmas holds magic. They’ll have little problem getting up early to accommodate their daddy’s schedule.

As the day wears on, our meals will be eaten around doing chores. If a sick calf needs to be treated, it’ll get treated. If cows get out, they’ll get put back in. The work doesn’t stop for holidays.

Ranchers aren’t the only ones, of course, who have responsibilities that don’t pause because the day is red on the calendar. Hospitals, restaurants, gas stations, fire stations and more don’t close up shop either.

It takes dedication, both on the parts of the workers and the workers’ families, to carry through with these responsibilities when most people are taking a day off. I didn’t grow up knowing any different, and neither will my girls.

So, Merry Christmas to you, whether you spend the day lounging and eating or whether you fit in your family celebrations like a puzzle around the tasks of the day or your shift. May you have a day of peace and joy with those you love. AG

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NATIONAL NEWS

Fewer streams covered under new WOTUS proposal

By Steve Davis

Agri-Pulse Communications

WASHINGTON — Many areas covered by the Obama administration’s “Waters of the U.S.” rule would be removed from federal oversight under a proposal released last week by the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers.

EPA and the Corps propose to remove ephemeral streams — those that flow when the rain falls — from federal jurisdiction. In a change sure to be welcomed by the ag industry, the proposal also would exclude ditches from regulation unless they contribute flow to a perennial or intermittent stream.

Intermittent streams, according to archived information on EPA’s website, “flow during certain times of the year when smaller upstream waters are flowing and when groundwater provides enough water for stream flow.”

“Ditches that operate like a traditional navigable water, like the Erie Canal, things like that, they’re regulated,” EPA Assistant Administrator for Water David Ross told reporters ahead of the

proposal’s release. Ditches draining “adjacent wetlands” — those next to a covered water — “will also be in, so long as they provide perennial or intermittent flow to a traditional navigable water (TNW). All other ditches will be out.”

EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler said the proposal is designed to clear up confusion over which areas are under federal jurisdiction and which are not, noting that because of litigation around the country, the WOTUS rule is in effect in 22 states while pre-WOTUS regs are in effect in the other 28.

Wheeler also went after the 2015 rule. Echoing leaked agency talking points obtained by the Daily Caller, he said it was not about water quality but about “power — power in the hands of the federal government over landowners” and that it put land-use decisions “in the hands of distant unelected bureaucrats.”

The proposal comes with a 60-day comment period, which environmental groups are certain to attack as insufficient for a proposal of this scope. The WOTUS proposed rule had a comment period of 207 days.

In rejecting jurisdiction for ephemeral streams, the proposal parts ways significantly with the 2015 rule, which relied on an extensive scientific analysis on water connectivity that found “ample evidence” to demonstrate “many wetlands and open waters located outside of riparian areas and floodplains, even when lacking surface water connections, provide physical, chemical, and biological functions that could affect the integrity of downstream waters.”

EPA prepared no similar report this time around, Ross said, emphasizing instead the administration’s desire to come up with legally defensible regulations “informed by science.”

In doing so, EPA was informed by an executive order issued by President Donald Trump early in his presidency which directed EPA to come up with a new rule using as a model the late Justice Antonin Scalia’s opinion in the 2006 Rapanos decision.

That decision was a 4-1-4 split — with former Justice Anthony Kennedy the “one” — that the previous administration interpreted as requiring the government to show waters must have

a “significant nexus” to traditional navigable waters in order to regulate them.

The test was advanced by Kennedy — and has been upheld by all the circuit courts of appeals that have considered the question.

Ross said simplicity is a central goal of the proposal. “Our goal really was to provide the fewest number of categories of waters that are in so it’s easy to understand and implement,” he said.

To determine “what’s in and what’s out,” Ross said the agencies will use the concept of a “typical year” that uses a 30-year average of flows “as a way of normalizing data and of dealing with episodic events.”

“The typical year construct will help provide better clarity,” Ross said. “We will be working with our field folks to provide additional clarification as to how do we trace perennial or intermittent flow.” Ultimately, however, “We think the amount of technical questions in the field will be greatly reduced.” AG

REGIONAL NEWS

ND Natural Beef sends out final payments to producers

By Mikkel Pates

Agweek Staff Writer

beef company had a Fargo processing plant, which included space for North Dakota State University meat science classes.

“We were pretty unsure that we’d ever see our money, except for the bond and the initial payment when they sold meat they had on hand,” Wieland says. “We’re really happy to be paid in full.”

DAZEY, N.D. — Five farmers who once were owed a total of more than $325,000 from North Dakota Natural Beef LLC recently have been paid in full after nearly a seven-year wait.

Lloyd and Audrey A ‘natural’ move Wieland of Dazey, who talkIn 2006, Wielands were in the cattle busied with Agweek in March ness turned to the “natural” beef market, 2012 about their troubles which requires no hormones or medications being paid by the company.

Wieland and sometimes pays a premium compared to When they were given their final payment of $1,594.20 a few weeks ago, conventionally-raised beef.

After being paid for one group, they had they were happy to acknowledge it. trouble on the second and third groups and “I felt I owed them that,” Lloyd says. eventually were owed $68,000.

The North American Bison LLC, of New The Wielands — long-time North Dakota Rockford, N.D., owned 51 percent of the beef company and had the same management. It Farmers Union members — had been confiwas one of several prominent players in the dent in the new beef business in part because enterprise, including the North Dakota Farm- the NDFU had invested $750,000 in it. Woody Barth, the NDFU vice president and later presers Union.

The Wielands delivered three groups of cat- ident, was on the NDNB board of directors.

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then Lt. Gov. Jack Dalrymple, was an investor.

The federal Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration at the time stepped in when the company started failing to pay.

Lloyd Wieland attended a GIPSA meeting on Oct. 27, 2010, in Fargo.

In March 2011, the Wielands got their first “trust” check for about $12,000. In May, they got another for $8,000. Separately, the North Dakota Agriculture Department distributed a $30,000 bond, which included $3,742 to the Wielands, paid Jan. 23, 2012.

The payments were supposed to be monthly, but sometimes skipped months.

“We thought it was better to let them keep paying as they would, and they did,” Andrews says. The last payment was made Sept. 21.

Tim Riemann, president and chief executive officer of North American Bison, said his company is glad they were able to make producers “whole” and “appreciated their support they provided to the Dakota Beef Company during its existence.” AG

An ‘understanding’ “As far as we know, everyone got paid,” said Greg Andrews, Midwestern regional legal counsel for the recently reorganized Packers and Stockyards Division for the Agricultural Marketing Service in the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

“It was not as quickly as we had hoped,” Andrews said.

The agency assessed a civil penalty of $140,000, of which $125,000 was held in abeyance, providing they made payments.

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Project draws out the untold stories of women in ag

By Katie Pinke

Agweek Publisher

The narrative of women in agriculture is often quieter and lesser told than of men. I’ve seen that change over the past 15 years of my career but there is still work to be done.

Women have always been in agriculture. I know who many of these women are. I see them. I watch them live out their own stories. As a woman in agriculture, I’ve been a part of efforts to share more stories and also have worked with many organizations to empower women in agriculture to utilize communication tools to share their own stories and amplify them.

My storytelling passion combined with women in agriculture connections led me to connect with Audra Mulkern, from the Seattle area, and her Female Farmer Project on Twitter. She was bringing stories forward about female farmers I had never seen or heard of and it intrigued me. She was traveling, meetings hundreds of farmers and pulling out stories that had never been told while utilizing her photography to capture images captivating the essence of each female farmer.

Recently, I received a tweet from Audra that said she was headed to North Dakota. We had lunch and then she joined me in the AgweekTV studio for an interview you can watch this week on AgweekTV or on Agweek.com The Female Farmer Project is a nonprofit effort and Audra uses her national farm-to-table photography business to fund it. She is not from a farm or agriculture background and had spent years working at Microsoft before leaving to be home more with her family and grow her own purpose, passions and brand. How does an everyday non-ag person decide to start this type of an ongoing farmer-focused project?

Audra shared with me, “One day at the farmers market, I noticed that behind every single table was a woman. And it was one of those moments where I thought, why am I noticing this? What I realized is a that women were missing from the agricultural narrative. The Female Farmer Project has been sort of this journey and I’ve been bringing sort of this non-agricultural audience along with me, learning about women in agriculture. I would say it’s more than a passion. I would say that there’s purpose behind it and that purpose is really to amplify the voices of women in agriculture.”

Audra has visited hundreds of farms all across the world now. What has the reaction been from the women in sharing in agriculture stories?

“Well, first of all, they’re very shy about having a story. They think they don’t have one and it’s really fun to warm them up and get that story out of them.

I think they are proud and one woman told me that it seemed as if I show them how beautiful they are. And I am really proud of that. I feel like now it’s time to tell the stories of the women of the past. The women who, their own stories have never told and I want to pull out of these communities and get those stories told,” Audra said.

Next up for Audra is to tackle a documentary called “Women’s Work, the untold story of America’s female farmers” and she’s fundraising for it now.

Who will it include?

“There’s the first and original female farmers here, the native farmers. There are the women who came across on the boats with seeds sewn in the hems of their dresses. There are so many stories that I want to tell because they fed their families and our communities and still continue to do that to this day.”

Mulkern said.

You might have one or more of those untold female farmer or women’s work stories in your family history. I do. See the Women’s Work Trailer online, read and see the Female Farmer Project stories and Audra’s international storytelling on farmer suicides, and contact her if you can help with her fundraising efforts for the documentary. Let’s help tell the stories of our ancestors, the women who farmed and raised up our generations to advance where we are today. AG

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AccuWeather® 7-Day Forecast for North Dakota Monday

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Statistics for the week ending December 12

Over the next 30 days through the remainder of December and into the first half of January, temperatures will average slightly above normal for this time of the year.

Precipitation amounts will be slightly below normal.

The stormiest weather in the country will be from the Gulf Coast into the mid-Atlantic.

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Trends for the Week Ahead Temperature

Regional Summary A large area of high pressure will slide east across the Plains on Monday. This will provide a somewhat colder day along with a mostly sunny sky. However, temperatures will still continue to run a couple of degrees above normal. As the high moves east and away on Tuesday, it will not be as cold with a mixture of clouds and sunshine. A weak cold front will bring a mostly cloudy sky Wednesday. Thursday will only be slightly colder.

International Crop Summary

Precipitation

Australia Scattered storms will return to eastern Australia by Tuesday and continue through the week. Showers return to the west late week.

Brazil Near- to above-normal rainfall from RGS to Parana this week with scattered to numerous storms. Below-normal rainfall farther north.

Canada The storm track will generally be across the Canadian Prairies into southern Quebec with temperatures above normal near the U.S. border.

European Union The general storm track will be across the northern half of Europe with some rain making it into Spain. Italy and the Balkans mainly dry.

Russia Temperatures and precipitation will be near to below normal from the Baltics western Russia this week. It will be stormy in Ukraine.

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Annette Tait & Katy “Kate” Kassian Just because the road beyond the sign “looks okay” isn’t a good reason to keep going. You won’t know how bad it really is until you’re face-to-face with the conditions that caused the closure.

Are you serious? The roads are closed!

By Annette Tait & Katy “Kate” Kassian “Never” is a word we use sparingly, because so often it comes back to haunt us.

There have just been too many times we’ve vowed to never (fill in the blank), then ended it up doing it anyway.

So when we say “never,” listen up — it’s important.

There is never — never, ever — a valid reason to expect someone to take unnecessary risks. A few minutes or an inconvenience is not worth a person’s life. Or your own life.

Think about it — the pressure to get to work on time after getting an ultimatum could mean dangerous speeds on icy roads, or worse. Just the other night, we overheard an employer loudly berating an employee over the phone for not being able to be at work on time the following day. “I don’t care that I-70 in Kansas is closed!

Find a dirt road and get around it!”

The poor employee was stuck on a closed interstate in Kansas and the boss man was telling that employee to take an even bigger risk by getting off the main highway in a blinding snowstorm and onto roads that only stay open because states and counties don’t put gates up on the two-lanes.

Think of the pressure: Risk your job and your livelihood, or risk your life?

Too bad some people don’t think about it that way. After all, storms and bad roads are just what happens in the winter. We’ve got this — we live here, we know how to drive in this stuff, right?

The problem is when we forget that Mother Nature is bigger and badder than we are, and even four-wheel drive can’t solve everything.

Best case scenario? Hitting the ditch and having to be pulled out. Worst case?

Jaws of life, ambulances with lights and sirens, and emergency room crews scrambling to save lives.

Is the outcome really worth the risk?

Personally, we couldn’t live with ourselves if our urging to get to work, go to school, or be home for the holidays endangered someone. Or if our own selfish need to be somewhere other than where we were when the storm started turned into putting other people in danger.

That’s right — traveling when roads are bad and/or visibility is low puts more

than just our own lives on the line. Any time someone goes missing or a rig hits the ditch or another vehicle, there’s a whole host of people who have to respond. Law enforcement and emergency personnel get dispatched and, if the snow’s already piled up, it may also take a snow plow driver to get them there. And don’t forget the tow truck drivers who get called out to clear the wreckage off the road.

And once that whole group’s on the move — on the same bad roads in the same bad weather that started the whole mess — their lives are also on the line. Besides finding you and getting to wherever you are, they have to do what’s needed to get you to safety, all while hoping and praying another vehicle isn’t going to skid into them while they’re doing it.

We get it. Businesses need to operate, and people need to be there to run them.

The holidays are times to celebrate with family and friends we may not see other times of the year.

But as the old saying goes, “better late than never.” And when it comes to bad roads and all the bluster Old Man Winter can send us, we have to agree — better to wait until it clears than to never arrive at all. AG

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NATIONAL NEWS

Minn. farmer elected VP of American Soybean Association

By Julie Buntjer

Forum News Service

WORTHINGTON — Rural Worthington farmer Bill Gordon was elected vice president of the American Soybean Association last week during the organization’s business meeting in St. Louis, Mo. The election, which pitted Gordon against Valley Springs, S.D., farmer Kevin Scott for the seat, will result in a three-year leadership role for Gordon. He will move from vice president to president of the ASA in 2020, and then follow a year-long presidency with a one-year term as board chairman.

“I’ll become the 100th president of the ASA,” said Gordon Dec. 11, adding that he will be the sixth president of the association to hail from Minnesota.

A fourth generation farmer, Gordon began farming in 1999 with his dad, Galen. They grow corn and soybeans on 2,000 acres, and have another 250 acres of buffer strips and wetlands.

Gordon has served as a director on the 54-member ASA board since 2012, and had just completed his second year as treasurer before Thursday’s election. In addition to the national role, he has represented soybean farmers on the Nobles County Corn and Soybean Growers and Minnesota Soybean Growers Association boards since 2004.

As one of six Minnesota directors to serve on the ASA board, Gordon’s new leadership position will have him on the road and in the air more as he travels to the nation’s capital city and abroad to work on behalf of America’s soybean farmers.

“It will increase my involvement in policy with the ASA,” he said. “I’ll spend more time in Washington, D.C. influencing lawmakers, and probably more international travel to

work on trade agreements to get more free trade.”

The ASA represents 300,000 U.S. soybean producers across 26 states and works to impact policy at the federal level. Their three current hot-button issues are passage of a new federal farm bill, resolutions to trade issues and tariffs and pushing for Renewable Fuels Standards that promote a strong biodiesel program.

International trips are typically organized by the U.S. Soybean Export Council, and are funded by the soybean checkoff, which supports soybean research, promotion and education.

Gordon said he’s optimistic about trade opportunities. The U.S. continues to work with the European Union, and a new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement has been signed.

Meanwhile, Trump’s decision to pull the U.S. from the Trans-Pacific Partnership is causing more pain for agriculture markets.

“Japan is a major soybean market — it’s a mature market,” Gordon said. “With TPP, 11 countries had an agreement … those countries will have free trade. Trump pulled us out of it; that will put us at a major disadvantage.

We need a bilateral trade agreement with Japan as soon as possible.”

More positive news came forward with the passage of the 2018 farm bill, and though Gordon didn’t know all of the details of the legislation, he’s heard there won’t be a lot of changes.

“It was a pretty decent farm bill,” he said. “We should increase CRP (Conservation Reserve Program acres) a little, and we’ll see the CSP (Conservation Stewardship Program) and crop insurance continue to exist.”

The third high priority issue for ASA is

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biofuels, which have long been under attack by oil producing states and refiners.

Gordon said a change of opinion is taking place across the country, however, with California’s new biofuels mandate anticipated to be a much-needed boost for the industry.

The Renewable Fuels Standard has been contentious, and Gordon said there seems to be a lack of science-based information in the decision-making process by both the past and current administration.

The biofuels industry is still reeling from former Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt’s actions to grant small capacity waivers to refiners who argued that blending biofuels created an undue hardship to their operations. Those actions led to the loss of 300 million gallons of biofuel blending.

“You can’t find out who they are and there’s no basis why they grant the waivers,” Gordon said. “We would like to know the criteria for granting a waiver and why these 300 million gallons aren’t being consumed.

We’re going to fight for those 300 million gallons. Society deserves to have cleaner air and cleaner fuel.”

Dozens of other issues related to U.S. soybean production are dealt with on a daily basis, Gordon said, and he’s looking forward to continuing to be a voice for soybean farmers. He can’t do it alone, however.

“Being vice president is an honor, but it’s really the 300,000 soybean farmers that we’re speaking for,” he said. “I really want to hear from them. We need to all work together. With their voices and our voices, we can make good policies. We need involvement more than ever — we need to stay unified and have a good, strong voice in Washington, D.C.” AG

USDA confirms sale of 1.13 million tons of soybeans to China

By Bill Tomson

Agri-Pulse Communications

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed Dec. 13 that China has purchased 1.13 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans, ending months of virtually no purchases since the Chinese government levied a 25 percent tariff on soybeans, corn, wheat, sorghum and other ag commodities.

Those tariffs were in retaliation to U.S. levies in an escalating trade war that seemed to thaw about two weeks ago after the meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Buenos Aires.

“China will be opening up,” Trump said after the Dec. 1 meeting. “China will be getting rid of tariffs. You know, China right now has major trade barriers — they’re major tariffs — and also major non-tariff barriers, which are brutal. China will be getting rid of many of them.

And China will be buying massive amounts of product from us, including agricultural from our farmers — tremendous amount of agricultural and other products.”

Rumors have been swirling for the past few days about imminent Chinese purchases, involving sales ranging from 500,000 tons to 2 million tons.

So far China has not shown any move to lift tariffs on U.S. ag commodities, but government and industry officials expect the new purchase will not be subject to the import tax. The tariff is not applied, they said, if the purchased soybeans are placed into China’s strategic stockpiles.

China recently has been opening those reserves to help domestic livestock operations cope with being cut off from U.S. supplies. AG

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Tue., Jan. 22 - 11 a.m. — Land Auction, Moorhead, MN. Rose Kopperud Estate. Pifer’s Auction & Realty

CLOSES Wed., Dec. 19 — Inventory Reduction Online Auction, Litchfield, MN. Nathan Dixon, Owner. Steffes Auctioneers

Tue., Feb. 5 - 10 a.m. — Land Auction, Grand Forks. Jim, Lawrence, Hugh, Bob, and Clay Sobolik, Owners. Pifer’s Auction & Realty

Thu., Dec. 20 - 10 a.m. — AgIron Litchfield Event, Litchfield, MN. Steffes Auctioneers.

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Sat., Jan. 5 - 10 a.m. — Collectible Gun Auction, Mandan, ND. Renner Estate, Owner.

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT Chevrolet 2500 Ext Cab 1997, 4x4, auto, 350 gas engine, 189,000 mi, some rust but runs good, many repairs recently done, $2,000.

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(2) Case 621EXT Cab Air, Aux Hydraulics, Ride control, Couple Bucket, Forks Hours are 4490 and 5880. Price to move!

79500.00 On 2011! Call Paul at 701-630-0544.

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2003 Keystone Outback 28’ travel trailer, 1 slide out, awning, 2 propane tanks, torsion bars, 110, 12 volt light power, roof TV antenna, $6500 OBO. Located in Faulkton, (507) 276-6895 Photos shown may not depict actual equipment.

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2009 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager, good tires, 14,000 miles, luggage racks and passenger seats, excellent for long trips, $4,500 OBO. Located in Faulkton, SD 507-276-6895

2014 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Blue, 3.5L 6cyl, 19,000 actual miles, always garaged, power lift gate, grey heated leather, HondaLink, no navigation. Local $22,900 negotiable. 701-955-5533

Hopper Bottom Trailers for Rent Harvest lease Sept 1st Dec 1st $3,000 for tandem & $4,500 for tri-axle.Otherwise, monthly $1,000/month for tandem or $1,500/month for tri-axle Call Jeremy at 605-881-7084.

2005 Wilson hopper bottom trailer for sale, 43ftx78in sides, standard hopper, $12,500. 605-881-7084 For Sale: 7’x14’ enclosed cargo trailer, extra tall with ramps, plus all cleaning equipment from cleaning business. Noble floor scrubber with suction.

Power scrubber, vacuums, mops, buckets, brooms, etc. $3500 all go to. (605) 698-7300 or 605-881-7933.

2004 Volvo VNL630, 500,000 miles, auto transmission, excellent condition, $20,000.

218-791-3400 2015 Timpte 40ft loaded rear hitch, 2009 Neville 34ft ,triple axle dolly, 2 tandem dollies.

Call or text 605-216-8222 International 4900 2006, 24’ van and lift gate, DT466, 300,000 miles, $10,000. 1975 IHC 1800, 16’ box and hoist, 56,000 miles, $6,000. 2005 Freighliner Columbia, 14L Detroit, 10 speed, 800,000 miles, $12,500. 2009 Fontaine 53’ step deck, spread axle, $19,000. Several 45’ flat deck hay trailers & several 48’-53’ dry vans.

(701) 347-5426 2007 Volvo semi w/ D12 Volvo engine, 465HP, with sleeper, with autoshift transmission.

1996 Jet Grain Hopper Trailer, 42’ long, with electric tarp and traps, previous owner sandblasted and repainted it. Both truck and trailer are White in color.

(605) 222-9362 1995 Merrit hopper trailer triple axle, 48x102x96, spring ride, aluminum wheels, electric tarp. No telemarketers, $12,500 OBO. 605-228-1302 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

203.48 +/- Acres - Clay County, MN

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WANTED TO BUY CAR TRAILER, 8FT. x 18 FT, ramps, [Heavy Duty drive over fenders,] lights, brakes, [nice with title] 402-640-1306 or Email: info@perfecthay.com Kenworth T800 2002, with a spread all manure box, silage sides included, excellent condition.

Also, Claas Sileage Cutter, Jaguar 900 w/RU600 head.

Call (605) 860-8558 For Sale: Over 100 used truck tires, $150 each & down, 11R22.5, 12R22.5, 9R22.5, 2957522.5, 2758022.5, 2857524.5, 605-351-0406 Hopper Bottom Trailers for Rent Harvest lease $1,000/mo for tandem & $1,500/mo for tri-axle. Call Jeremy at 605-881-7084.

Grain Trailers for Rent: Wilson & Timpte Ag Hoppers 2012-2015, 40’-50’ (50’ have triple axle), Spring Ride and Air Ride available.

Call for monthly or yearly rates. H&S Ag Rentals LLC Bridgewater, SoDak Doug 605-360-1027 or Phil 605-360-4630 2001 Timpte grain trailer, 42x96x66, ag hoppers, electric tarp, good tires, one owner. No solicitors, leave message if no answer. $14900 (605) 310-3653

Peterbilt Truck 1976, 400 Cat, model 359, long hood, day cab, have the sleeper, $15,000.

Onida, SD (605) 222-0055

2007 Timpte triple axle grain trailer in excellent condition, standard hoppers, new traps, brakes and tarp recently, call (605) 491-1889

2006 Aulick live bottom trailer, 54” belt, new back shaft and bearings, air ride, tires 60%, $37,500.

(2) 2001 Trinity 48ft Trailers.

Tri-Axle Live Bottom, 36” belt, new brakes, tires 50%, one with new chain, back shaft & bearings; Your choice $13,000. 218-205-1984

GMC Sierra 2500 1991, 4x4, electric windows & door locks, tilt, air conditioning. very good interior. Everything works. Strong running 454 w/auto transmission, bed liner & fifth wheel, perfect chrome grill guard & rear chrome bumper w/ cushion hitch, running boards, new tires, & zero rust. 155,800 miles. $4,500. 605-881-3719

1998 Suburban Chevrolet, 1998 Ford F-250 ¾ ton with 20’ stock trailer, 2000 Ford ¾ ton, 1997 frieghtliner 525 Cummings engine with 18 speed transmission, 1994 Volvo with 48’ hay trailer, 1996 Dodge 4WD pickup.

701-270-1088 or 701-324-5207 or 701-331-9639 1994 Wilson Semi Trailer split axle aluminum flatbed. good condition. $6,900. Call 701-367-3589 CATTLE TRAILERS for RENT Triples & Spreads Merritt/ Wilson $1500/month - 12 month; $1700/month - 6 month 701-226-6199

2006 Trail King, TK70HT, 48’ machinery trailer, 20,000 pound wench, nice shape.

2003 Great Dane 53’ van.

1995 utility 50’ reefer, spread axe. 28’-48’ storage trailers.

2007 freightliner XL classic condo, 515 Detroit, 13 speed, ATU, 650,000 miles.

Call Steve 701-742-2182 or 701-680-8015

WANTED TO BUY Out of condition grain. Contact DB at 605-228-0471

Wanted: used Sense wire 507-639-3592 507-317-6586

Common winder. or

Wanted: old machinery, junk cars, combines, tractors, steel bins, wire, pivots, tin, appliances, batteries.

Will haul and clean up with skidsteer. Call (605) 770-9211 WANTED: 4x4 4386 Versatile or Steiger, 1486, 1086 & 986; Also 9600, 9500, 9400 7720 & 6620 JD combine; Also 7000, 7100 planters; JD 566 round baler. 320-760-6050 WANTED: 14 through 20 ft.

No Till Drill, single disc opener, with or without grass seed box. (605) 639-0254

MISCELLANEOUS GERARD KADLEC Feedlot Cleaning 5-20 Ton Trucks, Mounted Spreaders & 2 Payloaders to Handle all your Feedlot Cleaning needs. 20 yrs Experience.

605-290-3786 CUSTOM FENCING barbed or woven wire. Will take out old fence.605-845-7421

Ford Ranger XLT 2004, 4.0 engine, matching topper, aluminum wheel, chrome grill guard and running boards, excellent condition, 68,680 miles. 605- 228-2163

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9 Shank Ripper, [Fall Tillage Special!!] Lindsay 16ft.[set up with [7] rippers[1] extra for a spare! (possible for [9]) Really Heavy Duty! 402-640-1306.

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1994 International 9400 Stock #4301; 905K Miles; 430 HP; Cummins N-14; 10 Spd; Air Ride; Tandem; All Alum Wheels; 224” Wheelbase; New brakes & drums $26,500

2004 Mack Vision CX613 Stock #6698; 944K Miles; 460 HP; 13 Spd; 3:90 ratio; Air Ride; Tandem; 11$22.5 Tires; Alum/Steel Wheels; 222” Wheelbase; Overhauled; 85% of Drive Tires

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JD 946 MoCo with flail conditioner, works good, $8800. 8 foot snowblower like new, $1650. ‘03 Chevy Silverado 3/4 ton pickup with Duramax diesel with 5th plate, very sharp, $12,690.

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2005 International 9400i Eagle Stock #8501; 577K Miles; 370 HP; Cummins ISM; Auto; Air Ride; Tandem; 11R24.5/LP24.5 Tires; Alum Wheels; 215” Wheelbase; 80% Tires CALL

COMING IN 2006 7600 IHC ISM, Cummins, 425 HP, Allison Auto, 56,000 miles

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-- 2008 Chevy Silverado pickup -- John Deere 310E backhoe --2004 Freightliner semi --1996 Timpte Grain Trailer w/Shureco automatic tarp and trap system.

--John Deere 4960 Tractor w/Fast FM 9400 Sprayer --Lufkin Flatbed Trailer 45’ w/fertilizer tanks and pump 605-222-6556 or 605-222-1624 Young rancher looking to rent pasture.

2019 and beyond for 50 to 200 pair. Very respectful of land. SE North Dakota and NE South Dakota. Please call or text Riley at King Land & Cattle. Thanks.

(701) 899-1000 2 Sukup 3PH 24” axial bin fans with transitions 7-10 HP $950 apiece. 1 Sukup 3PH 28” axial bin fan with transition 10-15 HP $1050. Call 605-432-4413 and leave message

14' Box Scraper

2011 Pro Star IHC 10 Spd, Altra Shift ISX Cummings

2009 International ProStar ISX Cummins, New 22’ Box & Hoist

40 foot tall stainless steel leg with 2 stainless steel conveyors. In good condition. Best offer, call (507) 760-0145 or (507) 836-8104.

David A. Swenson, Slayton, Minnesota.

1999 IHC 9100 ISM

Pheasants for Sale roosters & 605-233-0359

2018 Load Line 34’ End Dump Tri-axle 2011 ProStar IHC ISX Cummins 10 Spd, Air Ride

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Wanted: Cottonwood Shelterbelts, will cut & remove trees.

No yard trees.

Robert Christofferson at 218-467-3441

(2) 1997 9200 IHC with Wet Kit

Ron Corrick Office: 701-454-6174 Cell: 701-520-0187 I-29 Exit 187, Drayton, ND

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Adult hens

For Sale: 860 Great Bend Loader with grapple forks, complete with mounts and joystick for Case Magnum tractors. Also, 4 80 gal oil tanks for engine and hydraulic oils complete with fill valves and site gauges. Call Jon Hoffman (605) 380-4625

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701-799-4754 14CE Taylor guitar, very good, $450. WANTED: Gibson J200 will trade.

(605) 360-4797

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Be Ready For the WHITE STUFF Brand New 7Ft. Snow Blower [Ideal for Smaller MFWD cab tractor] Cat II 3 Pt./hyd direction control.

402-640-1306.

Accessories Unlimited LLC, Snow blower for skid steer, used very little, like new, kept inside, model AU-01-1500-H, REV3, 84”, $4,800.

Call (605) 359-7375

BALE HANDLING FLATBEDS/CAKE FEEDERS

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--New Farmking snowblowers, 1080 (9’) $7,950 --1200 (10’) $9,950. --Orbital spout rotation, hydraulic spout deflection. 1000RPM, 300hp.

Gearbox . --Also IH 8’ Double auger.. Used but nice. $2,300 605.881.3719 For Sale: 160 Acres Spink County Farmland. NE 1/4 of 21, 116, 61 Belle Plaine township. (605) 635-6969

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2007 Peterbilt 378 Cummins ISM 370HP All Aluminum Wheels 194” Wheelbase Air ride ALLISON 4500RDS Wet Kit 255,000 Miles $35,000 Qty 2 2012 Mack CXU613 M Drive Air Ride Suspension; Tandem Axle; Gray Color; 6x2 Drive; Drive Side: Left Hand Drive; Yes Engine Brake; MP8 Mack Engine 450 hp; 3.36 Ratio; 445 22.5 Tires; 188 in Wheelbase 650,000 Miles $35,000

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Chisholme Bale Beds:

electric power unit installed gooseneck compartment & 30,000 lbs ball - pivot arms electric hand control - receiver hitch

2007 Muv All Hyd DETACH Fixed Tandem Axle; Wood Floor; 35 TON Model; 22.5 Tires; No Extendable; No Flip Axle; 28 foot All Aluminum Slides $35,000 2019 Timpte Hopper Aluminum Outside Wheels; Tandem Axle; Aluminum Composition; 66 in Inside Height; 4066 Model; 2 Hoppers; 11R24.5 Tires Elec Tarp $37,000 2004 Kenworth T800 10 Spd; Air Ride Suspension; 001755467r1

synchronized pivot squeeze - dual lift cylinder arms fifth wheel ball, plate & door HD rear receiver hitch

2019 Jet Hopper 42’ x 96” x 70”, Air Ride, Black 2019 Jet 42’ x 90” x 70”, Air Ride, Hopper, Black 2019 Jet Tri-Axle Side Dump, Hopper 2019 Witzco trailer with tri axle detach, air ride 2018 Jet hopper 40x96x70, Spring Ride, White 2018 Jet Tri-Axle Side Dump 2015 Jet 40' x 96" x 70", Spring Ride, Hopper, JUST IN 2014 Witzco Detachable Tandem Axle D Belly Dump 2011 Midland SOLTri-Axle 2008 Jet Step Deck, 53 x 102, Spread Axle, Beaver Tail and Ramps 2004 Jet Hopper, Air Ride, 42x96x70 1994 Walton Tri-Axle Step Deck w/ Beaver Tail & Ramps 2003 Transcraft with step deck, 53 x 102, Spread Axle 37’ & 42’ Header Trailers 2002 Mack Vision, 350hp, 10 Speed, Short Sleeper

GENERATORS: Used, Low Hour Take-Outs. 20 kW 2000 kW. Diesel, Propane, & Natural Gas. Abraham Generator Sales Co. www.abrahamindustrial.com.

(701) 371-9526

Qty 2 2015 Volvo VNM64T300 I SHIFT Air Ride Suspension; 700,000 Miles Tandem Axle; White Color; 6x2 Drive; Drive Side: Left Hand Drive; Yes Engine Brake; VED13 Volvo Engine 435 hp; 12,000 lb Front Axle Weight; 40,000 lb Rear Axle Weight; 42 in Flat Top Sleeper; 22.5 Tires; 200 in Wheelbase $35,000 2010 Doyle Tender 24Ton 3 Compartment Deutz Power Unit Side Discharge Very little use

USED TRAILERS & TRUCKS COMING IN! 2019 Jet Trailers

Deweze Pivot Squeeze:

Land For Rent: Approx. 20 miles NE of Mitchell, SD. All tillable, large fields. Good level, high producing land. For info call or leave message (605) 999-2510 or (605) 951-5791

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Tandem Axle; White Color; Drive Side: Left Hand Drive; Yes Engine Brake; ISM Cummins Engine 370 hp; 12,000 lb Front Axle Weight; 3.55 Ratio; 40,000 lb Rear Axle Weight; 22.5 Tires; 180 in Wheelbase $19,500 2014 Volvo VNM64T430 I SHIFT Air Ride Suspension; Tandem Axle; White Color; 6x2 Drive; Drive Side: Left Hand Drive; Yes Engine Brake; VED13 Volvo Engine 435 hp; 12,000 lb Front Axle Weight; 3.36 Ratio; 40,000 lb Rear Axle Weight; 42 in Flat Top Sleeper; 22.5 Tires; 200 in Wheelbase $30,000 2004 Volvo VNL64T300 VED 385 10 spd Daycab 990,000 Miles Air ride 165” Wheelbase Steel Wheels $8,500 2008 International 8600 Air Ride Suspension; Single Axle; White Color; 4x2 Drive; Drive Side: Left Hand Drive; ISM Cummins Engine 370 hp; 3.55 Ratio; 445 22.5 Tires; All Aluminum Wheels; No Engine Brake; Single Axle A/C Condition: Good, A/C, Differential Lock $13,500

320-239-2677

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Starbuck, MN

www.meixeltrucksales.com

Witzco Tri-Axle Detachables Dewreze Beef Cake feeders: electric power source twin augers BC1000=21 bushels, BC1500=27 bushels, BC2000=33 bushels

2013 Ford F250 w/NEW Bale Bed:

81,923 miles - 6.2 gas, auto trans - 675P Deweze pivot arm 24V hybrid electic pump/motor - wireless remote - toolboxes across back toolbox - swing out work lights - $28,655

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2010 Freightliner Cascadia 125 2010 International ProStar Premium Tandem Axle Daycab .......... $36,500 Tandem Axle Daycab .......... $32,850

Hwy 22 South Dickinson, ND 58601 Kurt Wanner 701-483-4369 • 800-743-2934

Semi Trailer Sales and Rentals Stephen, MN • 218-455-3341

larsfarm74@yahoo.com 2009 Kenworth T800 2019 Timpte Super Tandem Axle Daycab .......... $36,900 Hopper Trailer ......................... CALL

Willmar 1600 fertilizer tender, stainless steel, rear auger, electric roll tarp, hydraulic pump, tank and controls.......$9,500

1991 Transcraft flatbed, air ride, spread axle, set up with NEW 3--1600 gallon cone bottom water/fertilizer tanks, Honda pump, mixing cone, electric hose reel, FIELD READY........$14,750

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2018 Lemken Rubin 12, 20 foot, 2016 John Deere 330 diesel skid leveling blades, harrow, rear roll- steer, 685 hours, cab, heat, air, 84 inch er.......$61,500 bucket, VERY CLEAN .....$47,900

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1996 Jet 42x66 hopper, all steel, roll tarp, spring suspension............$13,500

2001 Kidron 36 foot trailer, set up with NEW 3--1700 water/fertilizer tanks, Honda pump, mix cone, all hose and valves, FIELD READY.........$13,750

2013 Volvo VNL Tandem Axle 2005 Kenworth T800 Daycab ............................... $43,850 Tandem Axle Daycab .......... $71,500

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Wilrich 657 DCR 24’ Chisel Plow, 1400# Shanks, 3 Bar Drag, 4” Concave Twist Shovels, BRAND NEW Disk Blades, Serviced & Ready to Go..............$29,900

1996 Wilson 48x102 dropdeck trailer, aluminum combo, air ride, spread axle, set up with NEW 2-3200 gal1975 Rogers Hydraulic Detach self 2019 Wilson 41x66 Ag hop- lon horizontal water/fertilizer tanks, contained, hydraulic pump and motor, per, Air Ride, electric roll tarp, center sump, Honda pump, mixing triple axle, new deck boards, 23 foot Choice of Four, Approx. 3000 cone, all hose and valves, FIELD miles................... $36,900 well......$15,500 READY......$29,600

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MISCELLANEOUS SOW FARM SHARES FOR SALE Owners retiring. Up to 75,000 high health weanlings per year available. Paid for sow farm, no debt. Isolated 5000 sow unit in ND, excellent production records. Call (701) 371-0662 or 701-371-2445.

Japanese Hay Millet Seed.

Awesome tonnage and regrowth potential. Good feed.

Good nitrogen scavenger.

Doesn’t mind dry weather.

Loves wet spots. Seed at 20lb. Bulk Delivery Available. $0.85/pound. (605)350-8799 Protect Against Soybean White Mold! Ask your local seed dealer for Heads Up Seed Treatment.

Proven, grower driven results in the Dakota’s.

Call Byron (701) 595-4323 Crop Input Financing Seed, fertilizer, chemicals, fuel, rent, etc. Based on Crop Insurance and other collateral We can also buy your equipment or land and lease to you.

Visit us at www.rmrlending.com Call 402-536-9770 Email jradke@rmrlending.com 18ft digger with mulcher, 18ft tandem disk with cone blades, 7 section drag with cart and spike teeth, Westgo rock picker, 36ft Rowse dump rake, Call (605) 784-3409 Rem Grain Vac model 2700, one owner, 159 hrs, small 1,000 PTO, extra piping, $10,000.

Onida, SD (605) 222-0055 IHC older Side Delivery Rake on rubber $750; Old 6” x 25’ Grain Auger $125; 6’ older Tandem Disk (pull type) $400; IHC-80 Snow Blower $2000; Poultry Plucking Machine $450; Wanted: good running gear for wagon 701-739-2015

MISCELLANEOUS Inland 8 Foot Snow Blower. 540 PTO - double auger, roating swap. needs repair $600 1967 Chevy C50 Truck.

8.25x20 tires has 200 miles on them. Box and hoist work good. needs clutch and low gears out $500.

1968 International 1600 Lonestar Tandem Truck Box and hoist works good.

10x20 tires. needs transmission repaired. $500 Clear Lake, South Dakota

701-371-1901

Remington 700 Stainless/Synthetic 22-250 26” barrel, like new, 24X scope available $800; German Mauser Sporterized 30-06 lots engraving with side mount detachable WW-2 era scope $1200; WW-2 Bayonet for K-98 Mauser $180.

701-739-2015 20’ & 40’ New or Used Shipping containers for Sale or Rent. Delivered. Secure, wind, water & rodent proof.

Dakota Containers, 605-884-5500 www.dakotacontainers.com 2000 New used BC 5060 New Holland square baler, did 500 bales, always shedded, rear shoot and rear hitch, like new, only $16,800.

New H&S 430 heavy duty manure spreader, poly sides, poly floor, 430 bushel, hydraulic drive, top beater, end gate, 1000 pto, 16.5 flotation tires, $18,800. Can deliver, 605-881-7947 or 605-794-4731 Toronto, SD Bobcat snow bucket, industrial heavy duty, 92” wide, 32” tall, 42” deep, $800 OBO. 605-994-2258 or cell 605-994-7741

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Circle Diamond Ranch Supply

Stock Trailers - Horse Trailers - Cargo Trailers - Car Trailers - Snowmobile Trailers

www.featherlitend.com Mandan, ND 58554 1-800-735-9659 • 701-663-0634

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Pressure Washer Central Inc. Sales & Service Aaladin Pressure Washers - Service on most major brands!

Factory Cat Floor Scrubbers & Sweepers West 6th Ave, Aberdeen, SD (Next to Perkins) 605-226-4095 (800)733-2967 www.pressurewasher centralinc.com JD 4440 tractor, QR, quick hitch, rock box, 800 hrs on remaned motor, $15,900.

New Farm King 960 8ft snow blower, $2,900.

Wilrich 614NT, 27ft disk, HD 3 bar harrow, $26,900. JD 960 34ft field cultivator, 3 bar JD harrow, $2,900. JD 7000 6x30 planter with dry fertilizer, $4,500. 320-769-2756 John Deere 714A and JD 716A chuck wagon with tandem gear, extendable hitch, bunk feeding extension.

Vermeer BP8000 Bale Processor.

1981 International Diesel Grain Truck w/cheater axle, 18’ Rugby steel box, automatic endgate, 5 plus 2 speed, runs great. H & S HD 7+4 16 foot chuckwagon with tandem gear. 13x28 Rust stackmover with 8 rails. 12 foot box scraper. Richardton 700 Silage Dump Box. Demco 325 gravity box. White 24 foot rock flex disc with mulcher. Vermeer BP7000 bale processor with 7 bale carrier. Stud King 32’ header trailer. Stanhoist 12’ Barge Box w/hoist & gear. All in nice condition. 605-527-2425 or 605-999-5482

Great Utility Vehicle’s ALL Trucks are equip’d with full functioning cabs and 3 cyl. gas engines.

2004 Suzuki $7450 1996 Diahatsu (front/rear hitch) $5950 1993 Diahatsu jumbo cab, 4wd $6450 1991 Honda 2wd $2850 New truck transmission, RTO 16098LL $3900 Skid steer plates & forks Man lift on tracks. located in Bemidji 763-234-9118

FARM EQUIPMENT IMPROVE CASH FLOW Leasing = Lower Payment & Tax Savings!

Contact United Lease & Finance, Inc. Fargo, ND to discuss your options.

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2014 JD S680, duals, contour master, chaff spreader, 680 hrs, loaded, very nice condition, $215,000.

Call 712-348-0439

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Free standing livestock panels 24ft long, 6ft high $275.

Located in Elgin, ND and delivery available. Call Damian Urlich 701-209-0313

FOR SALE The City of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, will receive sealed bids for the sale of a 1991 JOHN DEERE 770 BH MOTOR GRADER W/WING to be sold as is.

Sealed Bids will be received on a furnished form until 2:00 p.m. on the 21 st day of December 2018 at the Public Works Director’s Office, 405 East Third Street, Thief River Falls, MN 56701.

The minimum bid amount is $18,000.00.

Contact John Cervantes at 218-681-3640 to arrange an inspection.

The City of Thief River Falls reserves the right to reject all bids.

BUY NOW AND SAVE ON EXCHANGE AND POTENTIAL GOVERNMENT TARIFFS SEEDING & TILLAGE EQUIP.

New Farm King HS8500 40ft High Speed Disc $129,900 2012 Bourgault 3710, 60ft Disc Drill & MRB’s $121,900 2010 John Deere 1830, 60ft Air Drill 1910 Cart $81,900 2005 bourgault 5710, 54ft MRB’s c/w 6450 Cart $85,900 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000, 45ft c/w 2005 CIH AOX 360 $26,900 2001 John Deere 1820, 52ft Air Drill c/2 1900 Air Tank $33,900

HARROWS

NEW 2017 Elmers 70ft Super 7 Mid Harrow $43,900 2014 Elmers 90ft Super 7 Mid Harrow $37,500 2010 Bourgault 7200, 84ft 5/8 Tires $27,900 2003 Brandt Commander 7000, 70ft Heavy $20,500 1999 Degelman Strawmaster 7000, 70ft Heavy $16,900

ROLLERS

2019 Mandako 45ft Dual Rear Steer $34,900 2018 Mandako 50ft Hydraulic Float $34,900 2018 Mandako 50ft Dual Rear Steer $36,500 2018 Riteway F3-52, 52ft $36,900 2018 Riteway F5-62, 5 Plex 62ft $51,500 2019 Ag Shield 52ft, 42 inch drum $40,500

For sale: Tureq scraper, model 1150, like new, only about 150 hours. Also SD drain auto RTK controller, bought new for Toreq scraper, has current updates. Call 218-779-0833 2014 Case 621F-XR, extended reach wheel loader with four yard quick tach bucket, hydraulic coupler, ride control, reversible fan, cloth suspension seat, 4022 hrs, $86,500. Very good condition, may take older tractor/loader in as trade, or a good used pick-up 3/4 or 1 ton pick-up.

605-881-7947 or 605-794-4731 For sale: rebuilt/remanufactured roller/cracker mills, sizes 200 bph to 1200 bph stationary.... G & G Equipment Sales, Milford, Ia Dave 712-229-6162 Brian 712-299-6051 Hidewood Fencing and Welding -- Heavy Duty Feed Rings -- Windbreaks and Gates -- Portable Calving Shelters & Sheds -- Steel Buildings -- Pipe fence Construction -- Bud boxes, Alleys & Load Outs -- Wire Fencing -- Commercial/Residential Chain Link -- Silt Fence Installation -- Creosote Post Sales Can Travel. Call Kirk at 605-520-9759 For Sale: restored IH Axial Flow 2366, 1998 model, new engine completely restored, new tires, excellent shape, always shedded, must see to appreciate. 605-472-2307 or 605-460-1649

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For Sale: 2005 2388 combine with 3283 engine hours and 2611 rotor hours, ASX rotor, field tracker, yield and moisture monitor, straw chopper rock trap, 2 sets of concaves, also 30 foot 1020 flex head comes with Crary air system, 1063 corn head, always shedded, excellent condition.

(605) 769-1335 --NDE 804 Vertical Feed mixer. Duals, Front unload with conveyor and right-hand discharge. Scale. Always shedded. Nice. $27,500. Pics available. --Also 2 Hiqual XL hydraulic chutes. Electric or gas power units. Hydraulic neck extension.

605.881.3719 For Sale: Stainless steel manifolds for Case IH ADX, flexicoil and JD carts. Also, stainless steel tubing for JD 1900 or 1910 carts. Check out our website for more pictures. amcustomfabrication.com or call (701) 680-0990 or 701-680-0939 For Sale: 40ft Degelman Protills. Both have front notched blades and smooth rear blades with rubber press wheels. 2017 Model has about 5000 acres for $105000. 2018 model has about 2000 acres for $115000. Please call (701) 360-0967 JD DB60 Planter, 24 row, pneumatic down pressure, central fill, markers, openers, variable speed, in row fertilizer. $60,000. (719) 342-1091

SALVAGED TRACTORS AND COMBINES NEW AFTER MARKET PARTS

LEON SCRAPERS

2017 17 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $37,500 2017 13.5 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $30,500 2018 10 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $22,900 2018 GZ 425, 16ft Pull Blade Hyd Steering $17,500

SWATHERS & HEADERS

2009 Mac Don M200 c/w D60, 40ft 520 hrs $83,900

Thief River Falls, MN 218-681-8221 • 1-800-950-9917 Email: sales@trsalvage.com Website: www.trsalvage.com

Westfield MKX 160x105 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x94 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x84 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x74 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 10x73 c/w Swing Hopper $10,900 Farm King 13x95 c/w Electric Mover $21,900 2011 Farm King 416x104 c/w hyd Mover & Steering $22,500 Meridian 14x95 c/w Electric Mover $33,900 Convey-All 1645, Field Loader c/w SP Kit $24,500

NEW FARM KING SNOW BLOWERS

PR1200, 120 inch Propeller Series $7,950 Y1200, 120 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $7,200 PR1080, 108 inch Propeller Series $7,000 YC1080C, 108 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $6,350 PR960G-4, 96 inch Propeller Series $3,900 Y960G-4, 96 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $3,595

Rosenort Motors (1979) LTD

44 Main Street, Rosenort, MB Located 40 miles north of Pembina, ND Phone: 1-866-746-8441 Ask for Ron, Tanner, or Mark www.rosenortmotors.com All Prices in US Dollars

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2013 Mac Don FD 75, 40ft DK Drive UCA $64,900 2015 John Deere 635F, c/w Air Reel $37,500 2004 John Deere 635F Good Condition $18,900 2007 CIH 2020, 35ft c/w Horst Trailer $14,900

GRAIN CARTS

John Deere 8820 Titan II, factory rear wheel assist, always shedded, no rust, excellent condition. (605) 532-5113 WANTED Used Oil, lon minimum, free service within 200 Sioux Falls, SD, 1-866-304-6070

200 galpick up miles of Toll Free

Cadillac 560 Feed Mixer Wagon, right hand discharge, excellent condition. McDon 16 ft. R80 Hay Disc Bine, real good condition.

(605) 784-3409 Selling: New Farm King snowblowers with spout cylinders, 8’ 540 PTO, $4,300. 9’ 1,000 PTO, $6,400. Take out Farm King augers 10x34 10HP electric, $5,900. 12x34 electric with krank up wheel mover, $6,600. New or used 12x72 swing hopper augers and parts. Sand Augers, Clifford, ND 701-430-0568 John Deere 455 30 foot grain drill. 7.5 inch spacing.Good shape $22,000 FIRM. John Deere 8770 4WD. 9688 hours, great tires . Clean older tractor. $32,500. 1997 John Deere 9510 combine. 6112 engine and 4571 separator hours.

Very good shape lots of money spent on it. 18.4x38 duals, chopper. $26,500 John Deere 693 corn head.

Knife rolls, good deck plates. $5500 FIRM 1990 John Deere 4455 MFWD. CHA. Power shift. 3 hydraulics. 540/1000. 10,524 hours. Clean nice tractor. $33,500 FIRM Park Rapids,MN 218-252-3753 For Sale: 2 like new Meyerink stationary grinders, used 1 year.

McGregor Livestock Salem, SD (605) 770-8189

2003 Westward 9352i c/w 972, 30 ft DK header mounted roller $40,750

NEW 2018 Elmer’s 2000 c/w Tracks, Scale $125,000 NEW 2017 Elmer’s 1600 c/w Tracks, Scale $110,500 NEW 2018 Elmer’s 1150 c/w Transer Tracks, Scale $97,900

JD 2016 S670, 500 hrs, duals, long auger, chopper/spreader, like new, $209,000. 712-348-2497

2012 Bobcat S650 skid steer, nice shape, 1,950 hours, cab, heat, AC, power bobtach, 2 speed, 78 HP Kubota turbo diesel, pre emissions, 2,800 lb. lift, new 78” bucket, extra clean inside and out, $ 2 7 , 5 0 0 / o f f e r .

(701) 318-2086. Delivery possible.

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2008 New Holland L185 skid steer, nice shape, 2088 hours, cab, heat, AC, hydro coupler, 2 speed, 78Hp turbo diesel, 2500 lb. lift, 5000 lb. tip rate, good tires and bucket, $23,800/offer (701) 318-2086. Delivery possible.

2015 Bobcat S590 skid steer, nice shape, 1,988 hours, cab, heat, AC, power bobtach, 2 speed, ACS selectable controls option of hands only or hand and foot control, clean inside and out, 67 HP turbo diesel, 2100 lb. lift, $ 2 8 , 3 0 0 / o f f e r .

(701) 318-2086. Delivery possible.

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Like new 2014 8 yard, big dog, pull type, hydraulic dirt scrapper, excellent condition, $18,000. Will consider trade for box scraper or grinding hay, 605-381-4455 2010 JD 9770 STS combine, in mint condition, Pro-drive, harvest mark, 1080 separator hrs, high torque, variable speed feeder house, 20.8x42 & 600/65x28 Firestone tires, inspected yearly, retiring, $122,000. 507-220-6450 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

BUY NOW AND SAVE ON EXCHANGE AND POTENTIAL GOVERNMENT TARIFFS SEEDING & TILLAGE EQUIP.

New Farm King HS8500 40ft High Speed Disc $129,900 2012 Bourgault 3710, 60ft Disc Drill & MRB's $121,900 2010 John Deere 1830, 60ft Air Drill 1910 Cart $81,900 2010 John Deere 1895, 43ft Disc Drill $75,900 2005 bourgault 5710, 54ft MRB's c/w 6450 Cart $85,900 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000, 45ft c/w 2005 CIH AOX 360 $26,900 2001 John Deere 1820, 52ft Air Drill c/2 1900 Air Tank $33,900

HARROWS

NEW 2017 Elmers 70ft Super 7 Mid Harrow $43,900 2014 Elmers 90ft Super 7 Mid Harrow $37,500 2010 Bourgault 7200, 84ft 5/8 Tires $27,900 2003 Brandt Commander 7000, 70ft Heavy $20,500 1999 Degelman Strawmaster 7000, 70ft Heavy $16,900

ROLLERS

2019 Mandako 45ft Dual Rear Steer $34,900 2018 Mandako 50ft Hydraulic Float $34,900 2018 Mandako 50ft Dual Rear Steer $36,500 2018 Riteway F3-52, 52ft $36,900 2018 Riteway F5-62, 5 Plex 62ft $51,500 2019 Ag Shield 52ft, 42 inch drum $40,500

LEON SCRAPERS

2017 17 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $37,500 2017 13.5 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $30,500 2018 10 Yard Hydraulic Push Off $22,900 2018 GZ 425, 16ft Pull Blade Hyd Steering $17,500

SWATHERS & HEADERS

2016 Mac Don M155 c/w D65, 35ft 10 hrs $133,900 2009 Mac Don M200 c/w D60, 40ft 520 hrs $83,900 2013 Mac Don FD 75, 40ft DK Drive UCA $64,900 2015 John Deere 635F, c/w Air Reel $37,500 2004 John Deere 635F Good Condition $18,900 2007 CIH 2020, 35ft c/w Horst Trailer $14,900

GRAIN CARTS

NEW 2017 Elmer's 2000 c/w Tracks, Scale $118,500 NEW 2017 Elmer's 1600 c/w Tracks, Scale $110,500 NEW 2018 Elmer's 1150 c/w Transer Tracks, Scale $97,900

GRAIN AUGERS

Westfield MKX 160x105 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x94 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x84 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 13x74 c/w Electric Mover CALL Westfield MKX 10x73 c/w Swing Hopper $9,900 Farm King 13x95 c/w Electric Mover $21,900 2011 Farm King 416x104 c/w hyd Mover & Steering $22,500 Meridian 14x95 c/w Electric Mover $33,900 Convey-All 1645, Field Loader c/w SP Kit $24,500

NEW FARM KING SNOW BLOWERS

PR1200, 120 inch Propeller Series $7,950 Y1200, 120 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $7,200 PR1080, 108 inch Propeller Series $7,000 YC1080C, 108 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $6,350 PR960G-4, 96 inch Propeller Series $3,900 Y960G-4, 96 inch c/w hyd. Spout Rotator $3,595

Rosenort Motors (1979) LTD

44 Main Street, Rosenort, MB Located 40 miles north of Pembina, ND Phone: 1-866-746-8441 Ask for Ron, Tanner, or Mark www.rosenortmotors.com All Prices in US Dollars

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FARM EQUIPMENT 2009 JD 8330 tractor with 2900 hours, MFWD, 480/80R46 tires with duals, #130,000. Premiere 25’ pulltype windrower with pickup reel, $2,700. JD 637 37½’ rock disk with low acres on new disk blades, $33,000. JD 630R platform with 9” Lucke sunflower pans, aluminum buck screen (used one season), $33,0000.

701-520-2927

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Call: 701-232-1827

John Deere 6115D MFD with JD H310 loader and snow bucket, 400 hours.

507-381-5781 2016 JD 8295R, 480x50 rubber, ILS power shift, leather, rear coverage fenders, 600 hrs, like new tractor $200,000.

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TRACTORS Are you tired of adding or running out of DEF fluid? We have a chip to install which will completely delete it; it doesn’t affect the engine at all and leaves no footprint on the computers. Modules for series B engines coming soon! Off road equipment only. Call Larry 701-710-0887 1997 JD 8300 MFWD, duals, newer tires, 4 SCVs, green star & auto steer ready, front & rear weights, heat & AC work good, some LED lights, overall excellent condition inside & out, 8200 hrs., mechanically very good, uses no oil, $55,000. Leave message or text for pics, 605-690-6316 JD 2013 8335R Tractor, 1050 hrs., front duals, ILS power shift, weights front & back, 50 in. tires & duals, $178,500.

712-348-3486 John Deere 4240 with 158 loader and grapple, cab/air/heat , fast hitch, 18.4x34in tires, Allied Buhler 8ft snow blower. Ask for Clarence 605-726-3163 or 605-730-3163 2013 John Deere 7215R, 4672 hrs, 4 valves, 1000 pto, Active Seat, Auto Trac Ready, Power Quad, MFWD, 320/90R50 Tires w/duals, Thru Service inspection at 4500 hrs = $68,500 call 1-320-979-9460

TRACTORS John Deere 1983 4450 front wheel assist, like new Michelin 18.4R38 tires with John Deere 265 loader & grapple.

(507) 530-3407

Does your Versatile shift hard?

Give us a call, we have a solution for you. We also have piv-ot pins and bushings for you center hinge, Series I, II, III Versatile.

Call Big Tractor Parts 1-800-982-1769

ATTENTION FARMERS! Get your new Steiger tractor parts at a 10-20% discount.

TRACTORS John Deere 7420 with 741 Loader, joystick, plumed for grapple fork, buddy seat, 3 hydraulic remotes, front tires 60%, rear tires 18x42’s 90%, 7,600 hrs, nice, $47,000.

John Deere 6410 with 640 Loader, joystick, hydraulic valve for grapple, 3 hydraulic remotes, 18x38 tires, 5,600 hrs, 24 speed power quad, does 28mph, PLS front suspension, front fenders, loaded, nice, $43,500. International 9200 Silage truck, with 22ft Aulick box, M11 Cummins, nice shape, $36,500.

(712) 461-0964

American made parts!

Big Tractor Parts

1-800-982-1769 We also rebuild axles, differentials & transmissions with 1 year warranty.

FOR SALE: 2009 NH T9040 4WD, 435HP, 800/70R38 Firestone duals, PS, high capacity pump, HID lights, performance monitor, weights, autosteer, one owner, 3,540 hrs; 1997 NH 9682 4WD, 360HP, 710/70R38 duals, 12-spd, rear weights, 8,050 hrs.

Stored inside! Hamilton, ND 701-265-2221

2013 Quad Track 600 2200 hrs, Engine Warranty, PTO, Auto Steer Ready.

Brent 218-205-1471

www.interstateinc.com 7120 Magnum Case IH, MFWD, 7800 hrs, new front tires, duals, $33,500 OBO. (605) 203-0537

AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

2009 John Deere 9430, 4WD, 3,094 hours. very nice tractor! 218-329-9487 For Sale: JD 4520, power shift, side console, new rubber, cab, 1000 pto, (320) 510-3235

REM 2700....................................... $9,600 REM 3700......................................$15,000 Wishek 30’ Disk............................$30,000 Salford 5100 36’...........................$65,000 Flexi-Coil 70’ HPD...........................$5,600 Westfield J208-46 ...........................$1,600 Toreq 13000 .................................$40,000 Conveyall TC1065 PTO ................... $3,500 Farm King 1060 ...............................$2,100 Farm King 960 Snow Blower ..........$2,000 Farm King 1080 Snow Blower......... $2,800 Farm King 1370 ..............................$6,000 Farm King 16104...........................$24,000 Farm King 1070 .............................. $2,500

Altona, MB Canada Just 7 miles north of the border

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FARM EQUIPMENT

TRACTORS

TRACTORS

TRACTORS

1965 JD 4020 SR.3PT, 2 HYD. new 12V starter and alternator mechanically excellent new paint and decals. $11,000.

1967 JD 4020 SR. 2 HYD. 3PT. turbo diesel out of combine conversion. new paint and decals, $10,000 Mahnomen, MN Call 218-930-0305 2003 JD 8420 MFWD, 16-speed PS, 480/80R46 rear duals, 380/85R34 front duals, 4 SCV’s, 3 PTO’s, 3 point with quick hitch, rear wheel weights, front suitcase weights, Greenstar ready, 5940 hours. 701-640-0325

2011 CIH 350HD

Powershift, Luxury Cab, Buddy Seat, Cab Suspension, PTO, 4 Hyd, Big Pump, HID Lights, Tow Cable, 380/90R54 Duals, Full Auto Steer, Pro 700 Monitor, 372 RTK Receiver, Nav Controller, 3,511 Hours, Slick Tractor, Financing Available, $129,000.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

www.troygillespietractors.com

1999 CIH 9390

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1997 Cat 75D

Powershift, Cast Drivers, 30” Belts, 4 Hyd, Wide Swing Drawbar, Outback Auto Steer Included, 5,573 Hours, Very Nice Tractor, Financing Available, $49,900.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

2012 John Deere 9510R, 1600 hours, SF1 auto steer, 18 speed power shift, 7 inch touch screen, premium cab, 800/70R38 duals, premium lighting, leather, John Deere inspected every year, very clean, shedded, $192,500.

(507) 530-4228 2008 JD 9630, 2848 hrs, 800/70x38 Firestone deep tread tires, 4 - 1400lb inside weights, 20 suitcase weights, ground radar, differential lock, 4 remotes, Case drain kits, grease-able pins, new injectors, retiring, $137,000.

507-220-6450

PLANTING EQUIPMENT 2010 JD 61ft. 1835 Air Drill, 1910-430 bushel cart, NH3, excellent shape! 701-626-1848

TILLAGE EQUIPMENT Salford 36ft. w/heavy duty truck wheels, baskets, $42,000. 605-354-2138

2012 CIH 550QT

www.troygillespietractors.com

425HP, Powershift, Skip Shift, 4 Valves, Return Flow, ISO Plug, LED Lights, Michelin 20.8X42 Triples @ 85%, JD ATU, 8,075 Hours, Good Tractor, Financing Available, $59,500.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

1996 CIH 9370

360HP, 24 Speed Manual, 4 Hyd, Outback Auto Steer Included, Front Weighs, Rear Weights, 710/70R38 Duals, 8,483 Hours, Cheap HP, Financing Available, $39,900.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

www.troygillespietractors.com

2009 CIH 485QT

Powershift, Luxury Cab, Buddy Seat, PTO, 4 Valves, Big Pump, Diff Locks, HID Lights, Tow Cable, Clear Caps, 30” Tracks, Full Auto Steer, Pro 600 Monitor, 252 Receiver, Nav Controller, 5,325 Hours, 1 Owner, Solid Tractor, Financing Available, $129,000.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

TILLAGE EQUIPMENT

International 1086, factory 3 point, triple hydraulics, 60% Firestone tires, Farmhand loader 190 with grapple fork.

Nice running. $5,500 OBO. (701) 254-4368

148 and 158 loaders, new paint and decals $3,200 and $4,500.

4 Tine Grapple JD Loaders with cylinder $800

TRACTORS

Horsch 370 37ft high speed disk, good condition. Horsch 330, 33ft high speed disk, good condition, $59,000 OBO. Horsch 300 30ft high speed disk in good condition, $54,900 OBO. 712-579-1825

JD 8225R Power shift, ILS front, big pump, 3 PTO’s, 18.4x46 rears, 14.9x34 front duals, Firestone rubber, excellent condition, 2,900 hrs, $118,900. (701) 423-5557

2017 Degelman Pro-Till-26, 26’ machine, new 20” notched blades up front, 18½” smooth discs on rear, rubber roller, Max-Life scrapers and gage wheels, farmer owned and low acres, $80,000. Tim 701-331-2457

2005 JD 9520 with 6260 hrs, power shift, 710/70/R42 tires, Green Star ready, $64,900.

Also sunflower 1544 disk, 45ft, spike tooth harrow, hydraulic leveling, cushing gangs, $25,900.

(605) 261-2336 Rare 330 International Utility Tractor, approx. 1,100 hrs, 2 point, new tires, hyd, very original. Set of new clam shell fenders for International Tractors.

(701) 316-0048 evenings

11 Shank, 22FT, All New Front Disk Blades, Hyd Rear Disk Leveler, 5 Bar Spike Tooth Harrow, Spare Tire Included Mounted on Machine, Tool Box, Field Ready, 1 Owner Kept Indoors, Very Nice, No Breaks or Welds, Financing Available, $49,500.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926 www.troygillespietractors.com

John Deere 2410 chisel plow, 2012 model, 43’, single point depth, rear hitch, new shovels, field ready, $36,500.

2013 Wishek 862 LNT 38’ Disc 30” blades low profile transport hydraulic leveling very low acres.

701-351-0399

Powershift, Luxury Cab, Buddy Seat, Cab Suspension, 5 Hyd, HID Lights, Factory Guidance Ready, Diff Locks, 2,425 Hours, Financing Available, $189,000.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

www.troygillespietractors.com

2013 CIH Ecolo Tiger 870 Disk Ripper

2017 Salford I-5100

22FT Wide Vertical Tillage Tool, Hyd Fore & Aft Leveling System, HD 3-Bar Harrow, Rear Hyd Baskets, Mud Shield, Dual Wheel Truck Tires on Main & Wings, 1,000 Acres Use, Like Brand New, Loaded w/ Options, Financing Available, $75,000.

Call Troy @ 218-849-1926

www.troygillespietractors.com

2 Salford 570 41ft RTS, $48,000 each.

Degelman 7645 land roller, new bearings, $27,500. 605-520-2878 No solicitors

HARVEST EQUIPMENT

Haybuster H106 rock picker, high lift dump, real good shape, $8,500. Call or text 605-380-3871 Webster, SD

2011 JD 635F flex head with Crary air tube. Asking $35,000. 320-766-0778

AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

HARVEST EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: NEW CONCEPT HOPPER BINS. New & Used Hopper Bins 900-7500 Bushel. Used 4 & 5 thousand bushel bins.

On hand for immediate delivery.

Also, Convey-All Bean Tenders & Belt Conveyors.

Lower prices on hopper bins & leasing available.

We Also Move Hopper Bins & Fuel Tanks.

Call Fred: 701-830-8000 Grain bag unloader for rent.

Loftness 10 ft drain bag unloader. Please call for rates and availability.

Ellendale, ND. (701) 710-1307 JD 9650 Walker combine, 2002 model, 2414 sep hrs, 3385 eng hrs, single pt hook up, chaff spreader, Maurer hopper extensions, field ready, has been shedded, also 630 flex head, will separate, 605-881-8628 or 605-881-8629 Hayti, SD For Sale: 2012 630F hydraflex, excellent shape, approx 3500 acres, extra sickle, $23,000.

Also, 2012 JM Maynard 30ft Header trailer, $27,500 for pair. Also, 1985 5488 FWA Tractor, excellent rubber, $22,500.

Call (605) 470-0138 2014 Mac Don FD75 gage wheels, double drive, JD adaptor, sickle sections, new guards and field ready!

Can Deliver 701-351-1955 or 701-395-4311 2007 JD 635 Flexhead w/air reel, new guards, new sections, field ready, $9,500.

2004 JD 635 Flexhead w/air reel, new guards, new sections, updated auger, field ready, $8,500. 8”x51’ Wheatheart Auger, good condition, $2,500. (701) 710-0754

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UNITED LEASE AND FINANCE INC.

www.unitedleaseandfinance.com 1121 Westrac Dr., Fargo, ND • 701-232-1827 • Fax: 701-232-9512 Monday, December 17, 2018 / AGWEEK A13

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2008 John Deere 9770, PRWD, extended wear package, 520 duals, Contour Master, high torque variable speed, Zenon lights, 2360 engine, 1770 separator hrs, excellent shape.

Also, 2008 635 flex head, full fingered auger, has rigid sensors and spare sickle. Excellent shape. Both always stored inside.

Call Ron Schoenfelder (605) 505-0201 JD 9860 combine well maintained $64900, 974 flex Draper head single point& contour all new wear parts $24900, JD 1790 24x20 pro ccs totally rebuilt $64900, JD 980 40’ $5990, Hardi Commander 1200 sprayer $9000, 8’ snowblower $999, IH 24x20 cultivator $2200 (320) 290-9225 For sale: 2010 Amity 2700 12 row wheel type feed lifter, used on 2500 acres. Great condition. (320) 979-5939

FOR SALE: 2007 JD 1291 corn head, 12x22, poly, hyd. deck plates, Calmer chopper knife rolls, 4 stalk stompers, Bish adaptor to CIH 2388/2588 combine, 4 wheel Horst 25’ corn head trailer like new. $19,750 for header, trailer & CIH adaptor. $17,500 for header alone.

Phone 701-261-6494.

FOR SALE: NH 996 corn head, 12x22, poly, Calmer chopper knife rolls, hyd. deck plates, CIH adaptor for 2388/2588 combine or fits TR NH combine, 4 wheel Horst 25’ corn head trailer - like new. $14,500 for header & trailer, $12,500 for head alone. 701-261-6494 2002 John Deere 930 flex head, PTO drives, full finger auger, poly fingers, fore & aft, dial a speed reel, new guards, new wear plates, new sickle, new wobble box in 2015, field ready, always shedded.

Redfield.

(605) 460-1423 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

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The deadline for farm ads to run in AGWEEK is Thursday at 3:00 PM for the following Monday edition.

Grain Elevator Manager Newfolden Co-op Elevator Ass’n is an independent, farmer owned cooperative in search of a Grain Elevator Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity with growth potential for the future with a financially strong co-op that has a loyal customer base. The successful candidate must be self- motivated, have good management skills, be hard working, and be able to make decisions and work independently. Great communication skills are a must, as well as knowledge and experience in the grain industry.

Job Duties: Managing a multi-million bushel elevator operation to include up to nine different commodities. Duties include but are not limited to: Handling day to day operations of the elevator, buying and selling grain, supervise and manage employees, work with patrons in a professional manner, ensure a quality product through regular monitoring of grain condition, establish and implement a program of elevator housekeeping, safety and equipment maintenance to avoid breakdowns and limit safety hazards. The above duties are to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Basic Qualifications: (required) • 3-5 plus years of experience in elevator operations • Grain handling experience • Ability to work extended hours in season • Basic Computer Skills Preferred Qualifications: (desired) • Bachelor’s degree in an Agriculture related program or • Management Experience Benefits: Full benefit package and compensation package, including health, dental, 401K, disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay.

HARVEST EQUIPMENT WHETSTONE AG SUPPLY, INC. WILMOT, SD 57279 605-938-4709 www.whetstoneag.com NEW AUGERS WESTFIELD: WR 8x31 thru 71 TFX2 10x31/36/41 MKX GLP 10x73 MKX GLP 13x64 & 74 WHEATHEART: X GLP 13x84 13” EMD Drive Over Hopper Heavy Hitter Post Pounder NORWOOD SALES: 1838 EMD FL Kwik-Belt FARMKING: 13x70 Swing Hopper Auger 9’ Disc Mower 540 RPM 12 Wheel Bi-Fold Rake 14 Wheel Easy-Rake 16 Wheel Super Star Rake 18 Wheel Super Star Rake Model 2450 Bale Carrier 6” Grain Vac Model 360 Grain Cleaner 1600 Gallon 4WS Liquid Supply Trailer (DEMO) Model 1200 90’ Boom Sprayer Model 1360 Grain Cart Model 2460 Fertilizer Applicator (DEMO) LOFTNESS: 20’ Stalk Chopper/ Windrower HUTCHINSON: Trac-Masster Pile Mover USED AUGERS Westfield: WR 80-61 EMD MKX 130-74 GULP MK 13x91 GLP MK 13x111 GLP Wheatheart: 13x81 Swing Hopper Feterl: 10x76 Swing Hopper 14x96 Swing Hopper Hutchinson: 8x53 PTO 24” Drive Over Conveyor Batco: 2500 Series PitStop Drive-Over 20” x 100’ PTO Drive Standard Hopper 24” x 120’ PTO Drive Standard Hopper Brandt: 13x70 Swing Hopper Farmking: 10x70 Swing Hopper Universal: 2200 Series Drive-Over Call for best pricing on all new augers. All swing hoppers are available with hydraulic or electric hopper movers. Both Hopper Walker and Auger Jogger electric movers available.

More augers are coming in. If we don’t have it, we can get it! Also full line of Westfield parts and accessories in stock.

Possible financing available.

AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

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The deadline for farm ads to run in AGWEEK is Thursday at 3:00 PM for the following Monday edition.

EMPLOYMENT FT Local Delivery Driver Redfield, SD Must be 21, have Class A CDL, Hazardous, Doubles, and clean driving record.

Benefits include: health, life, dental, disability after 60 days, 401k and vacation after 1 year. Wages DOE. Call Nathan Rude at 605-460-0796 Rude Transportation Inc. PO Box 190 Redfield, SD 57469 Summer & Fall Harvesting Wanted for 2018 and beyond 3 - JD 670 Combines with supporting equipment. Contact Van Beek Harvesting.

Let 35 years of experience work for you. 605-889-2836 or cell 605-848-1080

Full Time Ranch Hand for Purebred Cattle Operation in SE North Dakota

Opportunity for advancement to Manager or Herdsman & part ownership. If you ever wanted to get into the cattle business, this is your chance!

Call 701-439-2531 or 701-640-8957

Help Wanted

To work on Railroad Locomotives in shop at Holt, MN. Mechanical and other related work.

Willing to train.

Call 763-434-4661 for more information Independent Locomotive Service, Inc Perrion Custom Services Small Grain/ Cover Crops- JD air seeder with variable rate technology great for fall applied fertilizer Forage Harvesting- We can chop haylage, silage, and earlage with all the support equipment and bagging services also available.

Hay Grinding550hp Mighty Giant truck mounted grinder with grapple fork We specialize in prompt professional custom services. Lance Perrion Ipswich, SD 605-216-2918

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Equipment Maintenance and Feed Specialist Bieber Red Angus Ranch is looking to fill a full time employment opportunity with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualified applicants will have experiance in operating and maintaining farm and ranch equipment, as well as feeding and overall care of cattle. Welding and cattle handling experience is helpful but not required. Primary responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to feeding cattle and maintenance of farm and ranch equipment. Benefits include housing with utility allowance, an optional retirement plan, and a calving bonus. All applicants will be required to fill out an application. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to: craig@bieberredangus.com

or call Craig at (605) 439-3628 (days) or (605) 439-3545 (nights) to discuss employment.

Full Time position wanted on Farm and Cattle operation.

Extensive experience with cattle and farming required.

Competitive pay. Newer John Deere Equipment. Frederick, SD Area. Call 605-329-7225

FARMERS ELEVATOR COMPANY OF PELICAN RAPIDS IS LOOKING FOR A GENERAL MANAGER TO RUN THE PELICAN RAPIDS LOCATION, HANDLING GRAIN, FEED, SEED, FERTILIZER AND CHEMICAL. GENERAL MANAGER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DAY TO DAY OPERATION OF THE ELEVATOR AND ITS EMPLOYEES

CALL DAVE JOHNSON @ 701-429-8482 OR MAIL RESUME TO: 48242 215TH AVE PELICAN RAPIDS MN 56572

SUNFLOWER

HARVEST SYSTEMS 35 ft. 9” Pans, Original System ................... $6,740 35 ft. 9” Pans, Advanced System ................... $8,240 FOR THE LARGE SUNFLOWER GROWER

All sizes available Call 1-800-735-5848

Lucke Manufacturing

Minot, ND www.luckemanufacturing.com

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2010 John Deere 612C STALKMASTER 30” rows AHH, Stubble lights, single point hookup, hydraulic deckplates, poly snouts, knives are off, field ready. $37,500 OBO 2010 MacDon D60D 45’ Draper head single point hookup, both main drapers replaced in the past 2 years, setup for John Deere, Field ready. $38,500 OBO (605) 840-1464

HARVEST EQUIPMENT

Power Through the Snow Don’t Wait - These Are Going Fast!

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HARVEST EQUIPMENT

Models Available For Skidsteer!

There is no better built snowblower on the market!

Backed by a 2 year limited warranty!

Anticipated start date would be Feb. 1, 2019 Please send cover letter and resume to Newfolden Coop Elevator Ass’n ATTN: Board of Directors P.O box 157 Newfolden, MN 56738

MFG Inc.

www.tough-t.com

Glenfield, ND 58443 Phone: 701-785-2555

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BUILDINGS/ BINS

BUILDINGS/ BINS

BUILDINGS/ BINS

BUILDINGS/ BINS

FOR SALE: Grain elevator in Climax, MN. (2) digital scales, 1,000 bu. per hour corn dryer, (8) steel overhead bins with bean ladders, attached storage shed with overhead doors. $70,000.

218-779-6737

FEED, SEED & HAY AND RELATED EQUIPMENT

BUILDINGS/ BINS

Grain Bin Service Bin repair, air floors, concrete work. Specializing in roof repair & bin concrete slabs. Two used 10,000 bushel bins for sale. Also, new grain bin sales! Call for prices.

701-899-2863

Superb grain dryer, AS-800 automatic batch, 220 single phase, 400 bushel/hour-hot, only $9,000. 701-388-6072 Ayr, ND

FEED, SEED & HAY AND RELATED EQUIPMENT ALFALFA, mixed hay, grass hay & feed grade wheat straw, medium square or round bales, delivery available.

Thief River Falls, MN. Call or text LeRoy Ose: 218-689-6675 For Sale: 2017 Flexstor 1050 HF Grain Bagger, new, never been used, $22,000.

605-354-2138

Hwy. 200 East, Carrington, ND • 701-652-2886 • 1-800-859-2032

Grain Storage, Handling, and Drying Steel Bins, Hopper Bins, & more!

AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

Conex Containers For Sale

A&S Ag Sales

CALL NOW

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Howe Seed Farm offers for sale: New LCS Cannon wheat New LCS Rebel wheat, MN Shelly wheat, MN Bolles wheat, Barley seed: ND Genesis and tradition barley.

Howe Seed Farm is also an authorized proseed soybean and corn dealer in all varietal lines. Call on us Today. 701-347-4879 and 701-238-1285 Ask for Jim. Casselton, ND 58102

Argyle, MN Travis Anderson (218)-201-0782 Reece Setterholm (218)-280-5890 Dustin Isaak (218) 686-5979

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PM AG Sources, Inc. Your Dealer for...

• New or Used • Cargo Worthy, Wind & Water Tight Units • 10’ to 45’ Sizes Available

Grain Systems

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Complete Storage, Drying & Handling

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Horace, ND

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701-360-1411

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All Steel Buildings

Serving the area for 26 years!

Quality buildings at a reasonable price!

1-800-927-8835 • 701-239-5904

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For Pre-Season Discounts!

John Deere 6750 and kemper 345 small drum head for sale! Has 4500 engine and 3500 cutter hours. Equipped with kp, 48 knife drum, auto shearbar and auto sharpening, high arch spout and flat spout, rear wheel assist, rear hydraulic port, and good tires (605) 848-2200 Six 31,000 bushel Big John grain bags for corn or soybeans. Fill with 90’ or longer auger.

Call Clay at 701-320-8927 or Andy at 701-320-6481 NO TELEMARKETERS Alfalfa Hay in large round bales! 1st, 2nd & 3rd cutting! plastic twine made with vermer 605 M baler, 10 miles west of Jamestown, ND on I-94.

Please Call 701-763-6247 or 701-320-6707

SEED FOR SALE: FALL CASH DISCOUNTS! MYCOGEN AND LEGEND SEEDS: SEED CORN, SUNFLOWERS, AND SOYBEANS CERTIFIED SPRING WHEAT: BOOST, SURPASS, LANG MN, SY605CL FORAGE BARLEY: HAYS, LAVINA 4010 FORAGE PEAS, AUSTRIAN WINTER PEAS, OATS: GOLIATH, HAYDEN, ROCKFORD, MORTON FIELD PEAS: CARVER, COMMANDER CHICKPEAS: FRONTIER, ORION LENTILS: RICHLEA, PENNELL VERDESIAN LEGUME INOCULANTS, SPRING TRITICALE, ALFALFA, GRASS SEED, FULL LINE OF COVER CROP SEED, CUSTOM MIXES AND TOTES AVAILABLE, ON SITE SEED TREATING, CERTIFIED ON FARM SCALE, SM-18018

If we don’t have it, we would be happy to help you find it.

Call: (605) 823-4892 or Email: info@ howeseeds.com Howe Seeds Inc. McLaughlin, SD

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FEED, SEED & HAY AND RELATED EQUIPMENT

FEED, SEED & HAY AND RELATED EQUIPMENT

DAMAGED GRAIN WANTED

Grass & Straw for sale.

Grass in rounds. Straw in rounds and small squares.

Good quality. Leonard, ND 58052. Call 701-361-1499

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ANYWHERE We buy damaged grain any condition -wet or dryincluding damaged silo corn TOP DOLLAR We have vacs and trucks CALL HEIDI OR LARRY

NORTHERN AG SERVICE, INC. 800-205-5751

FEED, SEED & HAY AND RELATED EQUIPMENT

For sale: Sorghum Sudan Grass Hay, nitrate tested.

Mixed Hay and Switch Grass Hay. Net wrapped, big round bales.

Miller, SD area.

(605) 204-0451 Wanted to Buy: Dry Cornstalk Bales. Central SD. Call 605-870-1488

Spring Wheat for Sale

DynaGro Ambush, Caliber, and Ballistic; AgriPro Valda and Ingmar; Public Varieties Linkert, Bolles, Shelly, and Lang. Call Travis at Midway Seed (701)520-4426 AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

BLOCKBUSTER WHEAT YIELD AVAILABLE NOW Ask for LCS Trigger, the top yielder in all 2018 NDSU and SDSU regional averages with excellent straw strength.

Seed is selling quickly!

Call 701-799-8028 or visit LimagrainCerealSeeds.com today.

GRAIN DRYING SYSTEMS 701-793-8804 nograin@msn.com www.graindryer.com

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Seed Available Spring 2019

Ask About Other Varieties - Call and Book Today

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200 round grass hay bales, net wrapped. 701-320-9279 or 701-357-7531

www.johnsonauctionandrealty.com

40 years of agricultural experience in North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota Phone: 701-361-4645

Wendell Herman

wendell@johnsonauctionandrealty.com

Phone: 701-799-5213

Steven Johnson

steve@johnsonauctionandrealty.com R.E. Broker Auctioneer Lic# 976

HAYING EQUIPMENT

HAYING EQUIPMENT

I HAVE a large supply of beef hay available.

Excellent quality hay in net wrapped round or medium square bales. Delivery available in MN, SD, MT & ND. Call or txt 218-689-6675 Ose Hay Farm Corn stalks (605) 216-8000

for

sale.

Alfalfa for Sale, 1st cutting RFV 160 protein 20.45, 2nd cutting RFV 160 protein 19.53, 3rd cutting RFV 189 protein 21.5, Large Rounds, Net Wrap. Delivery available.

Newell, SD (605) 456-3438 2018 hay for sale, large round bales, large quantities of several different types of forages, call or text for pricing and available 605-380-0022 Alfalfa Bales 200 large round first cutting alfalfa bales.

1000 alfalfa large round silage bales. Excellent quality, call Jim (605) 881-6429 For Sale: Slough Rushes $25 per bale. Leola, SD Area (605) 216-5598 JD 560M Baler. 1 yr. old.

Loaded. Warranty remaining.

8,000 bales. I will pay for any repairs needed after a certified JD inspection. $35,000.

Wessington, SD Call Jay at (605) 350-8799

WANTED TO BUY: Alfalfa in large square bales.

Mike Brosnan, Huron, SD. 605-352-7728 or 605-354-1055 Looking for straw or corn stalk bales around Bowdle, SD area. (605) 228-8783 Large round bales of 1 year old rough hay, good for grinding, net wrapped, approx 1,100lbs per bale, $30 per bale. Located in NE South Dakota, Call Rory 605-380-3800 or Nathan 605-380-9996 Large round bales of forage barley, net wrapped, 1,500lbs per bale, feed analysis available, $90 per ton. Located NE South Dakota. Call Rory 605-380-3800 or Nathan 605-380-9996 For Sale: Big Round Alfalfa Hay Bales for Sale.

Net Wrap. Tight 5x5 Bales. 2nd and 3rd cutting RFV 105 to 167 $110 to $140/Ton. Protein 19.41 to 20.71.

Crop saver preservative applied when baling. Dairyland Tests available. Trucking available.

701-762-4481 Grass and Alfalfa for sale, all net wrapped, from $25 to $60 per bale. Columbia, South Dakota.

(605) 396-2422 or 605-290-2606

Voller Ag., Inc.

Voller Ag is the Superior Choice for Storage at the Most Economical Price!

• Experience and expertise – 1000s of bins placed across the Midwest – 30 years of use at our own farm • Complete range of sizes • Aeration and bean ladders • 10 year structural guarantee • Aeration fans—call for sizes and pricing

Inexpensive Anchoring System and Leasing Available

NOW AVAILABLE-Meridian Seed Tenders and mechanical drive & swing away grain augers

Available from:

Voller Ag., Inc.

6250 7th Ave. SE • Hazelton, ND 58544 701-782-4368 • Call Tom, anytime. vollerag@bektel.com • www.vollerag.com

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Your Full Service Agronomy Center •Bulk & Bagged Seed Sales •Seed Cleaning •Fertilizer & NH3 •Crop Protection •Custom Application

For Sale: 140 big round bales of hay barley, analysis has been done. 1200 lb. bales.

Roslyn area.

Call (605) 268-2799

SALE PENDING: Barnes County, ND Farmland. 787 acres of high-quality Farmland east of Valley City, ND. Purchase all or up to 6 tracts of land.

SALE PENDING: Cass County ND Farm Land 160 Acres of Excellent Land, NE of Tower City ND Cornell Township SALE PENDING: Barnes County ND Farmland. 159.91 Acres, Weimer Township, North of Tower City ND. FOR SALE: Nelson County, ND Farmland with GREAT hunting. 160 Acres west of Larimore ND. FOR SALE: Sargent County Farm Land, 274 Acres SW of Lidgerwood ND FOR SALE: Renville County Farmland 160 acres in McKinney township. West of Mohall, ND

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SALES & SERVICE OF DELUX GRAIN DRYERS Hillsboro, ND • Grand Forks, ND

2012 NH H8080 SP windrower with Durabine 416 disc header 16’ wide, rubber conditioning rolls, suspended rear axle and cab, hydraulic float, adjustable header speed, 225 HP, no DEF or emissions hardware, 1100 hrs $68,000 (701) 535-0424

Farmland For Sale

American Farm Equipment

Office: (701) 453-3300 Blake Cell: (701) 240-8748 Mark Cell: (701) 240-9507 Dave Cell: (701) 833-2448 www.birdsallgrainandseed.com

HAYING EQUIPMENT

HAYING EQUIPMENT

REAL ESTATE/ AG STOCK

J.E.S. FARMS 18 miles north of Pierre, SD has many thousands of acres of irrigated hay comprised as follows: Oat hay uncombined, Alfalfa hay, Millet Hay, Grass Hay, and New crop corn stalk bales. Feed analysis is done & available for all the hay.

Put up in twine and net wrapped round bales by John Deere baler. Bales are weighed out.

We also have a feed lot available with corn silage, grain & hay.

J.E.S. FARMS Chris 605-209-3934 605-264-5401 lv msg, Jim 605-222-7656 lv msg or Brad 605-280-4997 Gehl 700 20 wheel V-rake, has kickers, real good shape, $8,500 call or text 605-380-3871 Webster, SD 62 CRP Round Bales. Weigh 1,500 lbs. Asking $75/bale.

Call after 6pm (605) 949-2206 Hay for sale in Timber Lake SD area, 1st & 2nd cutting alfalfa, also mixed hay and straight grass, large round net wrapped bales, call Ken home 605-865-3169 or cell 605-850-8965 no Sunday calls please AGWEEK ads cover 4 states and bring results. Call 888-857-1920

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REAL ESTATE/ AG STOCK

Benson County, ND Farmstead Auction - 13 Acres

The Leader in Sugarbeet Brokerage Since 1994*

Selling Farmstead on 13 acres in Albert Township of Benson County. Six bedroom farmhouse, quonset with heated floor, and several outlying buildings. All located in the NW corner of 33-153-69.

Located approximately 5 miles N and 1 mile W of Maddock, ND off of Hwy 30.

*Based on Previous Acquisitions

Nick Watson - Andy Gudajtes

(701) 780-2828 www.fncagstock.com

For sale 1280 sqft spacious cabin at Springsteel Island Resort on Lake of the Woods. 3 miles of paved road to Warroad, MN. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, central air, big outside deck, on large lake view leased lot with boat slip.

Must see! Selling due to health reasons. $49,000.

218-416-0155

GOING TO AN AUCTION? Get pre-approved!

Contact United Lease & Finance, Inc. Fargo, ND to discuss your options.

Call: 701-232-1827 Wanted: ACSC Beet Stock Looking to rent ACSC beet stock for 2019 and possible long term. Willing to pay competitively. Also would be interested in land to rent in Southern Polk County and Norman County. Call or text Marlow Jacobson 218-766-3779

CLAY COUNTY FARMLAND FOR SALE FOR SALE: Written bids will be received until 5:00 pm on December 21, 2018, for the purchase of the following Barnesville Township, Clay County, farmland: SE1/4SE1/4 of Section 29-137-46

REAL ESTATE/ AG STOCK

Wanted Land To Rent

Wanted land to rent 2019 and beyond. Grand Forks, Steel, Traill counties. Willing to pay competitive rates.

Ben Sobolik 701-741-1320

Minnesota Lake Properties

Written bids will be accepted until 5:00pm on January 15, 2019. Upon receipt of the written bids, the seller reserves the right to hold oral bidding among bidders on January 22, 2019. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Signed purchase agreement with 10% earnest money deposit at conclusion of auction.

REAL ESTATE/ AG STOCK Looking for ACSC shares for joint venture.

Call 218-478-4473

LIVESTOCK For sale: Barley straw bales surface wrap, 1000 lbs. Will load anytime. Call 218-779-4787 Located north of Cooperstown, ND

LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP Tostenson Bred Heifer Sale Hub City Livestock, Saturday 12-22-18 Purebred Black Angus, Fancy & Gentle Disposition, Weigh 1200lbs Bred RBM, Low Birth Weight & Calving Ease 92 head Calve February 18 for 21 days Extensive Shot Program, Scour Bos and Poured Contact Jeremy Tostenson at 605-949-1315 to receive pictures, video, Vet shot records, & Bull EPD’s For further information please contact Glenn Gaikowski at 605-881-1872 or Hub City Livestock at 605-225-3273.

For bid packet contact: Jason Sayler 701-662-4077 or jasonsayler@traynorlaw.com

Huge Selection - Visit

www.cormorantrealty.com Looking for ACSC beet stock to rent for 2019 and beyond. Younger established grower looking to expand operation. Any acreage considered. Call/text 701-741-8702 or 701-215-2355 ACS Beet Stock for rent. Reply with name, cell number and per acre rent to: PJJ 5320 Courtyard Drive, Grand Forks, ND 58201

Bred Heifers

10 Fancy Black Angus Bred Heifers for sale. Due to calve in March/April to Tokach Hoover Dam. Current on shots and ready to go.

North East, ND Call Sally at 701-331-1971

302 ACRES

within 1.5 miles west of Grand Forks, ND. Farmland being cropped currently. 32 acres of land being cropped for free currently.

Multiple parcels 140, 6.5, 51, 35, 82, 22 at $4,200 per acre if buying all at once. Call 701-540-8338 or 701-746-7667

Insulated Warehouse up to 40,000 sq. ft.

N. Grand Forks 218-779-1571

Wanted to Rent ACSC Sugar Beet Stock

Wanted to Rent ACSC Sugar Beet Stock Mark Maring 218-790-8390

TERMS OF SALE: Cash with 10% of the purchase price payable as earnest money on the execution of a Purchase Agreement and the remainder at closing which is on or before January 21, 2019. Seller has 7 days to acceptor reject bids.

FURTHER INFORMATION and a bid packet may be secured from: Ohnstad Twichell, P.C.PO Box 458, West Fargo, ND 58078 Tel (701) 282-3249 bids@ohnstadlaw.com

FARMLAND FOR SALE ON BIDS Grand Forks County Pleasant View Township Jodock Land Sale

SE1/4 Section 18, T150, R53 & The North 90 Acres of NE1/4 Section 20, T150, R53.

Written bids due Wednesday, Jaunary 16, 2019 by 5pm. Top 6 bidders invited to oral/phone bidding.

Form maps and information visit www.uglemlaw.com Sellers reserve right to reject all bids.

Telephone: 701-587-6121, Fax: 701-587-5585 Email: shannon@ uglemlaw. com

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LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP

LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP

LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP

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LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP

LIVESTOCK & PETS AND RELATED EQUIP

Bred Heifers 3 groups, bred heifers have excellent dispositions, up to date on vaccinations.

Red Kodiak 3A calves have good reputation of being born with good vigor and stamina. 41 Red Angus bred heifers, weighting 1050lbs, AI bred same day, to Red Kodiak 3A, due March 27, 2019, $1,800. 2nd group 28 Red Angus Bred heifers, weighting 1050lbs, AI bred same day to Red Kodiak 3A, due April 6th 2019, $1,765.

3rd group 40 Red Angus bred heifers wighting 1050lb bull bred 30 days, due April 15 to May 15, 2019 $1,700.

Valnes Ranch (David Valnes) 605-698-7300 or 605-881-7933

Red Angus bred heifers, ultra sounded, poured and vaccinated, 145 head to start calving Feb 15th for 21 days, $1,825, 75 head to start calving March 8th for 21 days, $1,750, Call David or Damon Spieker, Willow Lake SD 605-625-3685 or 605-881-8937

Buying or selling your Cattle Give us a Call 605-228-7433 Bred Cows/Pairs Bred Heifers Heifers Calves Feeder Cattle n 3 & 4 year olds n 5-7 year olds n Solid Mouth n Short Term n Late n Fall Calvers Prices vary on breed of cows, size and quality. For complete livestock listings see: www.kelivestock.com EICHLER LIVESTOCK Licensed & Bonded 605-228-7433

Black Angus bred heifers. AI bred over a 3 day period to Black Angus bulls. Due to calve Feb 1st, 2019. All shots and poured are current. Heifers weigh 1200 lbs. Call (701) 678-4621

25 Black Angus Heifers, Bread Black, 20 calving in March, 5 calving in April, Have current shots and Wormed, Move with horses weighing 960 Lbs Summit SD, $1625.00 Call or Text 605-237-6912

For Sale: 10 purebred, commercial Hampshire ewe lambs, no papers, approx 150lbs, from Nation’s top bloodlines, open.

(701) 376-3115

Thyen Simmentals Simmentals & Sim Angus Bred Heifers for Sale. Due mid March.

AI bred and some bull bred.

Blacks and Reds. Registered and Non-Registered available.

Mike (605) 520-0575

350 Black Bred Heifers weighing 1100 lbs. AI bred to Elation. Start calving March 13th. 30 bred for April 15thMay 5th.

Call Terry 605-870-2094 White Faced Ewes bred to Rambouillet & Targhee Bucks, 450 solid/running age Feb 5, 125 ewe lambs April 5.

Located Sturgis, SD (605) 280-0698

AKC German Shepherd Puppies, black & tan, excellent temperament, shots and wormed, $500.

605-880-6368

SANDHILL BORDER COLLIES Pups & ready to start dogs Red/black, short/medium hair.

Delivery can be arranged (701) 859-3682 sandhillbc@yahoo.com

Hunters Take a Look: German Wirehaired Pointer puppies for sale. Great bloodlines, great hunters, great family dog too I would love to show you my dogs.

(605) 225-0521

Feeder Pigs for Sale Groups ranging 100 - 500 head. All vaccinated - delivered to your farm. Call for more info and availability. PIC Genetics 712-441-3709

FARMLAND FOR SALE OAKWOOD TOWNSHIP, WALSH COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA RICK LESSARD offers for sale the following-described property located in Oakwood Township, Walsh County, North Dakota:

For Sale: Black & Black/White Faced bred Heifers due to start calving March 1st & ultrasounded in 21 day calving periods, weigh 1000 to 1150 lbs., bred to proven Blank Angus low birthweight bulls, $1800 each. Also, 3 & 4 yr. old cows, bred Black Angus, cows are Black, Black/White faced & a few Red Angus, $1600 each. 605-660-3393 For Sale: 85 Black & Red home-raised mostly young cows and first calf heifers.

Due Feb 1st for 70 days.

2,018 calves weened September 20th available for viewing. Buyer will have option to rent 400 acres of Cheyenne River Valley Pasture. Also have wheat straw bales.

For details call 701-845-1417 or 701-840-7754 Luverne, ND Call us to place your ad.

AGWEEK FARM AD DEPT.

888-857-1920

For Sale: 130 head Black, Red and Red Baldy bred heifers weighing 1000 to 1100 pounds, start calving Feb. 15th. Pelvic checked, Preguard 10 and Dectomax injected in the spring, ultrasound tested August 28 for 15 day intervals, Scourguard 4 KC given at time of ultrasound, bulls pulled July 18th.

(605) 881-4446 or 881-0516.

Wanted to buy horses: Most all classes. Saddle horses broke or unbroke. Registered or grade. Young prospects and all other types considered. Also, could use a few draft cross type saddle Horses and Draft type brood mares.

Gene Jorgenson 320-305-1578 120 Bred Cows, Black Angus, home raised, from top blood lines. Mid to short time. Also 100 open heifers. Black Angus. 600#. 605.881.3719 We have a yard full of real nice gentle broke Quarter Horse Geldings. Priced reasonable. Suitable for young and old. McGregor Livestock, Salem, SD 605-770-8189 or 605-254-2926

FARMLAND FOR SALE PRAIRIE CENTRE TOWNSHIP, WALSH COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA EVARIST RUZICKA offers for sale the following-described property located in Prairie Township, Walsh County, North Dakota:

The Southeast Quarter (SE¼) of Section 1, Township 157, Range 52, excepting a .96 acre tract and a .4 acre tract, containing 89.3 tillable acres and the remainder in EWP/grassland.

The East Half of the Northwest Quarter (E½NW¼) of Section Twenty-one (21), Township One Hundred Fifty-six (156), Range Fifty-four (54), except a 5.90 acre parcel, containing 73.07 tillable acres

Bid Procedure: Written bids will be received at the law office of STEVEN C. EKMAN, BREMER BANK BUILDING, 910 HILL AVENUE, PO BOX 70, GRAFTON, ND 58237 until 2:00 p.m. on JANUARY 8, 2019. Bids will be opened at that time and place. Please mark your envelope “BID FOR LESSARD LAND”. Bids should be in the total amount and not per acre. Persons having submitted written bids will be allowed to participate in oral bidding. The right is reserved to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids.

Bid Procedure: Written bids will be received at the law office of STEVEN C. EKMAN, BREMER BANK BUILDING, 910 HILL AVENUE, PO BOX 70, GRAFTON, ND 58237 until 2:00 p.m. on JANUARY 10, 2019. Bids will be opened at that time and place. Please mark your envelope “BID FOR RUZICKA LAND”. Bids should be in the total amount and not per acre. Persons having submitted written bids will be allowed to participate in oral bidding. The right is reserved to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids.

Terms: 10% of the purchase price will be due upon acceptance of a bid, and the balance due thirty (30) days later.

Terms: 10% of the purchase price will be due upon acceptance of a bid, and the balance due thirty (30) days later.

For further information, contact: Steven C. Ekman

For further information, contact: Steven C. Ekman

Attorney at Law 910 Hill Ave, PO Box 70 Grafton, ND 58237 (701) 352-0916 (Telephone) (701) 352-1855 (Fax)

Attorney at Law 910 Hill Ave, PO Box 70 Grafton, ND 58237 (701) 352-0916 (Telephone) (701) 352-1855 (Fax)

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SOW FARM SHARES FOR SALE Owners retiring. Up to 75,000 high health weanlings per year available. Paid for sow farm, no debt. Isolated 5000 sow unit in ND, excellent production records. Call (701) 371-0662 or 701-371-2445.

Home Raised Black Heifers.

Bred to LBW/Fast growth Black Angus Bulls.

Four rounds of vaccinations, ultra sounded, 1st Scour Boss.

1100 lbs. plus. 49 head start calving Feb. 20th for 14 days.

22 start March 5th for 14 days. Wessington, SD Call Jay at (605) 350-8799 For Sale: 17 Red Angus Cows bred to calf 3/5/19 for 30 days. Coming with 4th calf. 8 Black Angus Cows bred to calf 3/5/19 for 30 days. Coming with 4th and 5th calf. Virashield 6 plus LV5 was given. Bred to high performance Red Angus Bulls.

(605) 880-0146 For sale 30 Black SimAngus, Simmental & Angus bred females. Bred Heifers due to calve Feb & March.

Bred Cows due to Calve April. SK Cattle Aberdeen SD Sterling 605-216-3581, Bruce 605-380-1303.

For Sale. 16 Bred Black Cows. Coming 3 through 5 calves. AI Bred for February 13 calving to Bushs Easy Decision. Twin Brooks, SD. 605.237.2625 For Sale: Top End RA/SMTAL Bulls. 1,100 plus pounds. Gentle and cake broke. All from one source.

(605) 354-3178 Yale, SD Hereford and Hereford cross red heifers, March calving in short intervals, Wyoming origin heifers, bred high performance black, top percentages in calving ease, efficiency and marbling, (507) 820-1144 For sale black and bwf heifers mostly home raised AId to Elation for March 15th ultrasounded also bull breds starting April 1st Phil Tesch Goodwin SD (near Watertown) 605-880-9391 (605) 880-9391 For Sale: Red bred Heifers, Ultrasounded into 4 - 21 day calving periods. Start calving March 1st. Bred to Fulton Angus Easy Calving Bulls. Had all pre-breeding shots, pelvic measured, poured in the fall.

Weighing 1100+ lbs. Will preg-check before selling.

Tony Tschetter, Hitchcock, SD 605-350-0401

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MARKETS LIVESTOCK SUMMARIES

CASH GRAIN

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Cattle summary The U.S. Department of Agriculture has changed its cattle reports, and we are looking into new ways to bring you cattle market information.

Hog summary

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Pennsylvania: 50-60 lbs 220.00-260.00; 60-70 lbs 200.00- 240.00; 70-80 lbs 210.00-235.00; 80-90 lbs 175.00-205.00; 90-110 lbs 170.00-200.00.

Kalona, IA: no test.

Ft. Collins: 50-60 lbs 220.00-221.00; 60-70 lbs 210.00- 227.50; 71lbs 185.00; 80-90 lbs 170.00-175.00; 105-110 lbs 160.00-165.00.

National Direct Delivered Feeder Pig Report: Week Ending Dec 12 Weekly Summary of prices on a delivered farm to farm basis.

RECEIPTS THIS WEEK: 87,579 YEAR: 62,782

South Dakota: 45 lbs 217.50; 50-60 lbs 197.50-219.00; 60-70 lb 185.00-215.00; 70-80 lbs 172.50-187.00; 84 lbs 155.00; 90-105 lbs 129.00-140.00.

LAST

VOLUME BY STATE OR PROVINCE OF ORIGIN:

Colorado 15.8%,

Missouri 12.5%,

Illinois 10.4%,

Nebraska 7.7%,

Minnesota 7.6%,

Manitoba 7.5%,

Iowa 7.2%,

Saskatchewan 5.7%, Oklahoma 4.7%,

South Dakota 4.0%, Ontario 3.0%,

North Dakota 2.7%,

North Carolina 2.7%, Alabama 2.4%,

Montana 1.7%,

Ohio 1.7%,

Georgia 1.1%,

Indiana 1.6%,

VOLUME BY STATE OF DESTINATION: Iowa 77.8%,

Minnesota 7.7%,

Nebraska 2.7%,

Michigan 1.7%,

Illinois 7.4%, Indiana 1.6%,

Alabama 1.1%, TRENDS COMPARED TO LAST WEEK: Early weaned pigs 5.00 per head higher. Feeder pigs 6.00 per head higher. Demand moderate for moderate offerings. Receipts include 50% formulated prices. All Prices Quoted on Per Head Basis With An Estimated Lean Value of 50-54%

Formula Formula Cash Cash

Lot Size

Head

Range

Wtd Avg

Head

Range Wtd Avg

EARLY WEANED Pigs 10-12 Pounds Basis: 600 or less 1100 44.00-49.00

46.73

600 - 1200

5175 41.75-50.21 46.60 5800 50.00-60.00

1200 or more

39054 37.00-57.76 46.00 27300 58.50-70.00

56.72 63.89

Total Composite 44229 37.00-57.76 46.07 34200 44.00-70.00

62.12

Missouri: no test.

Virginia

60-80 lbs 162.50-182.50; 80-110 lbs 120.00-182.50.

Billings, MT: no test.

Direct Trading:

(lambs fob with 3-4 percent shrink or equivalent)

3000: Slaughter Lambs shorn and wooled 130-172 lbs 124.00- 143.79 (wtd avg 132.55).

Slaughter Ewes:

San Angelo:

Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 50.00-62.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 63.00-75.00, high-yielding 76.00-80.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 50.00-62.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) 42.00-50.00; Cull 1 (extremely thin) 30.00-40.00.

Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy)

Pennsylvania:

50.00-100.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 40.00-65.00; Cull 1 no test.

no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1no test.

So Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 46.00-71.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 44.00-54.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 42.00- 54.00; Cull 1 40.00.

62.57

1200 or more

7650

64.00-75.00

68.61

Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2:

Total Composite

9150

61.00-75.00

67.62

San Angelo: 69 lbs 173.00; 70-80 lbs 165.00-172.00; 80-90 lbs 141.00-146.00.

78429 at 53.07

All 40 Pound Feeder Pigs: 9150 at 67.62

Sheep summary National Sheep Summary for Week Ending Friday, December 07, 2018 Weekly Trends: Compared to last week slaughter lambs were steady to 10.00 higher, except at San Angelo, TX weak to 5.00 lower. Slaughter ewes were mostly steady to 4.00 higher.

Feeder lambs steady to 5.00 higher. At San Angelo, TX 5754 head sold. Equity Electronic Auction sold 648 slaughter lambs in Nebraska. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs were not tested. 3,000 head of negotiated sales of slaughter lambs were steady to 1.00 lower. 3,285 lamb carcasses sold with all weights no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unless otherwise specified. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3 90-160 lbs:

San Angelo: shorn and wooled 100-155 lbs 120.00-132.00.

VA: wooled 130-160 lbs 135.00-159.00.

Virginia: no test.

Ft. Collins: no test.

Billings: no test.

Kalona: no test.

So Dakota:

43 lbs 222.00; 50-60 lbs 211.00-226.00; 60-70 lbs 184.00- 211.00; 70-80 lbs 172.00-180.00; 80-90 lbs 159.00-165.00; 90-100 lbs 152.00- 165.00; 100-105 lbs 146.00-153.75; 122lbs 124.00.

Missouri: no test.

Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2:

San Angelo: yearling hair ewes 144.00 per head; hair ewe lambs 64 lbs 236.00 cwt; mixed age hair ewes 80-130 lbs 75.00-120.00 cwt.

Ft. Collins: no test.

Billings: no test.

Kalona, IA: no test.

Missouri: no test.

Ft.Collins, CO: wooled 110-125 lbs 129.00- 139.00; 130-145 lbs 120.00- 133.00.

National Weekly Lamb Carcass

Kalona, IA: no test.

Billings, MT: no test.

Missouri: no test.

Equity Elec: 110 lbs 123.00; 128 lbs 127.75.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2:

San Angelo: 40-60 lbs 235.00-266.00; 60-70 lbs 212.00- 230.00; 70-80 lbs 192.00-218.00, few 222.00- 228.00; 80-90 lbs 170.00-190.00; 90-110 lbs 140.00-174.00.

Soybeans

7.73

9.07 9.68

11.52

11.49

11.99

Illinois

Pacific NW 11%

6.68

6.62

5.38

Pacific NW (cwt.)

11.08

10.79

8.93

Week Year New

Fri. ago ago

crop

Cargill

Minneapolis nq nq nq

West Fargo nq nq 17.65 17.00

Oats

Enderlin 16.75 16.55 17.45 17.00 3.78 3.78 nq

Flax

Minneapolis #2 3.04 3.07 nq

Minneapolis

8.82

NuSun

Durum

Pacific NW

na

Winter wheat

West Fargo nq nq 10.45 nq

Canola ADM

nq 2.60 2.65

Pacific NW nq nq nq

15.71 16.05 17.02 16.03 Velva, N.D.

Malt

West Fargo nq nq 17.90 16.40

Choice and Prime 1-4:

45 lbs down

Head

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Edible beans

ND/Minn

Week Year

Dec. 11 ago ago

Small reds

Pintos NE Colorado Idaho E Wyo/W Neb ND/Minn.

Washington N Wyo/SC Mont

21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00 20.00 21.00 21.00 na na na na

Neb/Wyo ND Idaho

21.00 21.00 21.00 na na na na na na

Small whites

Virginia: bred ewes 70-145 lbs 82.50-127.50 cwt.

Weight

BEANS

Great Northerns

So Dakota: ewe lambs 70 lbs 191.00 cwt; baby tooth 160.00 per head; solid mouth 105.00-185.00 per head; solid to broken mouth 76.00-170.00 per head.

PA: shorn and wooled 90-110 lbs 180.00-216.00; 110-130 lbs 170.00-205.00; 130-150 lbs 144.00- 160.00; 150-200 lbs 150.00-160.00.

South Dakota: shorn and wooled 110-125 lbs 129.00-135.00; 130-150 lbs 127.00-131.00.

4.70 3.74 3.52

Illinois

Virginia: Good 2-4 65.00-80.00.

61.00-64.50

All Early Weaned Pigs:

Minneapolis Cash 3.28 3.28 3.82

Missouri: Utility and Good 1-3 no test.

1500

Corn

Pacific NW (cwt.)

Feed

Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy)

600 or less

Total Composite Weighted Average Receipts and Price (Formula and Cash):

Minneapolis nq nq nq

ago

Minneapolis 15% nq nq 7.70 Minneapolis Cash na Pacific NW 14% 6.94 6.92 7.40

Barley

ago

Minneapolis 13% nq nq nq

Billings, MT:

Fri

Spring wheat

Ft. Collins: Good 3-5 (very fleshy) 67.50-77.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 59.00-65.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 33.00- 40.00; Cull 1 (extremely thin) no test.

Kalona: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy no test; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test.

FEEDER Pigs 40 Pounds Basis:

Minneapolis 14% nq nq 7.35

LAST WEEK: 103,762

Week Year

Wt Avg

Price not reported due to confidentiality

45-55 lbs

Price not reported due to confidentiality

55-65 lbs

Price not reported due to confidentiality

65-75 lbs

Price not reported due to confidentiality

75-85 lbs

Price not reported due to confidentiality

85 lbs up

Price not reported due to confidentiality

Sheep and lamb slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 41,000 compared with 42,000 last week and 42,000 last year.

Idaho/Wash

na na na

Light red kidneys Colo/Neb Michigan Wis/Minn

35.00 35.00 35.00 na na na 34.00 34.00 33.00

Dark red kidneys Minn/Wis

34.00 34.00 33.00

Pinks Idaho/Wash

na na na

Idaho/Wash Michigan ND/Minn.

na na na

28.00 28.00 na 28.00 28.00 na na na na

Blacks Michigan ND/Minn.

29.00 29.00 26.00 26.00

na 33

Pea Beans Michigan ND/Minn.

23.00 23.00 na 21.00 21.00 23.00

Garbanzo Wash/Idaho ND/Mont

18.00 18.00 42.00 18.00 17.00 47.00

Peas & lentils Idaho/Wash Green (whole vine) 11.50 Green (upright) na Yellow (whole) na Aust. Winter na Lentils (Pardina) 18.00 Lentils (Brewers) 18.00 North Dakota Green (whole) 8.33 Yellow (whole) 7.50 Lentils (richlea) 12.00

11.50 na na na na na na na 18.00 26.00 18.00 29.00

8.33 9.17 7.50 8.75 12.00 21.00

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MARKETS Potatoes UNITED STATES—-Shipments (not including imports) 2539*1431-1614—-The top shipping states, in order, were Idaho, Colorado, Columbia Basin Washington, Wisconsin and Red River Valley (North Dakota & Minnesota). The Market News Service survey of over 30,000 retail stores had 15,762 ads for potatoes last week, which is a 33 percent decrease from last weeks ads of 23,480. *revised. UPPER VALLEY, TWIN FALLS-BURLEY DISTRICT, IDAHO—-Shipments 885-630-703(includes exports of 12-6-14)—-Movement expected to remain about the same. Trading carton fairly active, bales moderate. Prices Burbank carton 40-80s and Norkotah carton 40-70s higher, bales lower, others generally unchanged. Russet Burbank U.S. One baled 10-5pound film bags non size A 7.00-7.50; 50-pound cartons 40-50s mostly 8.50, 60s 9.00, 70s mostly 9.00, 80s mostly 8.50-9.00, 90-100s mostly 8.50; Russet Norkotah U.S. One baled 10-5pound film bags non size A 7.00-7.50; 50-pound cartons 40-50s mostly 7.00, 60-100s 8.00-8.50. SAN LUIS VALLEY, COLORADO—-Shipments 469190*-237 (including exports 36-24*-24)—-Movement expected to increase. Trading moderate. Prices generally unchanged.

Russet U.S One baled 10 5-pound film bags size A mostly 9.50, baled 5 10-pound film bags size A mostly 8.50, Round Red 10 5-pound film bags size A mostly 12.50, Yellow Type 10 5-pound film bags size A mostly 13.00, 50-pound cartons 40s mostly 9.50-10.00, 50s mostly 9.50-10.00, 60s mostly 9.50-10.00, 70s mostly 9.5-10.00, 80s mostly 10.00, 90s mostly 10.00, 100s mostly 10.00. U.S Commercial bulk per cwt mostly 10.00. *revised COLUMBIA BASIN WASHINGTON AND UMATILLA BASIN OREGON 2018—-Shipments 209-135-137 (includes export of 30-27-40)—-Movement expected to remain about the same.

Trading moderate. Prices generally unchanged. Russet Norkotah U.S. One baled 5 10-pound film bags non size A 5.00-6.00, 50-pound carton 40s mostly 7.00, 50s-80s mostly 8.00-8.50, 90s

mostly 8.00, 100s mostly 7.50-8.00.

CENTRAL WISCONSIN—Shipments 275-144-128—-Movement expected to increase due to the upcoming Christmas Holiday. Trading fairly slow. Prices generally unchanged. Russet Norkotah U.S. One baled 10 5-pound film bags size A mostly 9.00-10.00, 50 pound cartons 40s-70s mostly 12.00-13.00, 80s mostly 11.00- 12.00, 90s mostly 10.00-10.50, 100s mostly 10.00-10.50. Round Red U.S. One 10 5-pound size A baled mostly 12.00-13.00, 50-pound cartons size A mostly 12.00-13.00, size B mostly 16.00-18.00, 50-pound sacks size A mostly 11.00- 12.00, size B mostly 15.00-17.00. Yellow Type U.S. One 10 5-pound size A baled mostly 12.00-15.00, 50-pound cartons size A mostly 12.00-13.00, 50- pound sacks size A mostly 11.00-12.00.

MINNESOTA-NORTH DAKOTA (RED RIVER VALLEY)—-Shipments 139-80*-115—- Movement expected to remain about the same. Trading moderate. Prices generally unchanged. Round Red U.S. One 50-pound carton size A mostly 10.75- 11.00, Tote bags approx. 2000 pounds per cwt size A mostly 15.50-16.00, baled 10-5 pound film bags size A mostly 10.7511.00. *revised

Potatoes for processing MICHIGAN—-Shipments to Chippers 294-215*-335—-Movement expected about the same. Most movement on pre-season contract. Too few new sales to establish a market. *revised.

WISCONSIN—-Shipments to Chippers 222-262-229—-Movement expected to remain about the same. Too few open market sales to establish a market.

AROOSTOOK COUNTY MAINE—Shipments to Chippers 70-44*-72—-Movement expected to increase slightly. Most movement on pre-season contract.

Too few open market sales to establish a market. *revised.

MINNESOTA-NORTH DAKOTA (Red River Valley)—-Shipments to Chippers 49-53-61—-Movement expected to remain about the same. Too few open market sales to establish a market.

Hay

Grass – large rounds

Rock Valley, Iowa

Week ago

December 13

Alfalfa – large squares Premium

162.50

167.50

Premium 152.50-175.00 160.00-167.50 Good

130.00-147.50 147.50-157.50

Fair

100.00-127.50 135.00-145.00

Utility 82.50-87.50 120.00

Alfalfa – large rounds

Bedding – large squares

Premium 162.50 165.00-170.00 Good 140.00-155.00. 142.50-155.00 Fair 127.50-137.50 130.00-140.00 Utility 85.00-97.50 na

Per ton

Alfalfa/Grass – large rounds Good Fair Utility

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145.00 137.50-147.50 Cornstalks 122.50 na 85.00 122.50-130.00 Per ton

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107.50-155.00

150.00

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57.50-62.50

Cornstalks – large rounds

na 155.00 na 115.00 Per ton

55.00-65.00

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Policy overshadows traditional fundamentals

By Alex Norton

ALEX NORTON

Beeson Inc.

On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released its monthly supply and demand estimates in the World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) Report. Usually, the contents of this report drives prices at least for that day, with changes made to commodity balance sheets that shape the way the markets react. This month, few changes were made to most of the U.S. balance sheets, so reaction may have been somewhat subdued regardless of what is happening in the political world. But given all that is going on with trade relationships as well as the farm bill, markets are more concerned with the policy side at this time.

Recall that coming out of the G20 summit in Buenos Aires, traders were confused about what the agreement was between the U.S. and Chinese leaders on tariffs and mounting trade restrictions. Both sides seemed to report a good meeting, but the details were not clear. By the middle of this week, it appeared that some of the details were getting clarified. President Trump then stated that the Chinese were buying U.S. soybeans for the first time since July’s tariff implementation. This did not hit the news

Norton is director of risk management at Beeson & Associates Inc. in Crestwood, Ky. Norton can be reached at beesoninc.com and on Twitter at @beesoninc.

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until the following day, when 1.5 million metric tons were sold to China. But even then, the market was skeptical and the soybean complex actually fell that day! Add on the farm bill that had been held up by issues with food aid, and farmers have lot of non-traditional drivers (like supply and feed demand) to worry about.

Wheat Wheat prices have been supported this week on an expectation of greater export demand coming to the U.S. and Canada. In the WASDE report, the domestic balance sheet saw slightly larger ending stocks for the 2018/19 crop year compared to the November report on decreased wheat export demand. This took stocks to 974 million bushels (up 25 million bushels from the previous report). This is a bit of a surprise given the recent export picture. All fall, sales had been

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slow and the U.S. Department of Agriculture had been wary of lowering that export estimate for the crop year. Then sales start to pick up in late November and early December, with dwindling exportable supplies from Russia and Australia on top of a conflict in Ukraine, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture actually drops their export estimate. Confusing to say the least. But market sentiment seems to show that Canada and the U.S. will be picking up some export business in early 2019 as Russia and Ukraine cut back on supplying the world with wheat.

Durum Durum prices have maintained their low value for several weeks with limited demand interest to provide support. In the WASDE Report, the U.S. Department of Agriculture increased domestic ending stocks by a million bushels from the November report.

Canola The canola market had been firming up with the soybean oil market until this week’s sale of U.S. soybeans to China took the legs out from the canola market. Prices are off the lows, but the potential for loss of demand for canola due to renewed interest in soybean products points

to weaker prices for canola. The trade negotiations are ongoing between the U.S. and China, and resolution is far from certain. But look for prices to follow those trade talks closely in the months ahead.

Peas and lentils Canadian supplies of lentils are down from a year ago, and prices are finding support from this data. The Statistics Canada report last week showed a 17 percent decline in output. Exports have been slower, but the smaller supplies have lifted markets.

Barley Ending stocks of U.S. barely were reduced by 5 million bushels in this month’s WASDE Report.

The USDA reduced imports by that amount, leading to a reduction in supply. No change was made to the demand side of the barley balance sheet from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Mustard seed Canada’s mustard seed output for 2018 took a big jump higher in the most recent data from Statistics Canada. Harvest was estimated to total 173.7 thousand metric tons. This is 43 percent above a year ago on increased yield and planted area. AG

MARKETS

Trade still skeptical of China Wheat

The wheat complex had a good week of price movement due mostly to improved export sales numbers and increased prices from the Black Sea region. The U.S. dollar ran right up to $97.50 resistance but backed off in Dec. 11 trade. Matif Wheat futures also had a solid week, reaching $208 per metric ton on the March contract. The euro stayed in a sideways range of $113.60 to $114.35 for most of the week.

Russian export prices rose $3 per metric ton last week according to Moscow-based agriculture consultancy IKAR. This was due to high demand from Egypt. Egypt’s state-buyer GASC purchased 120,000 metric tons of Russian wheat and 60,000 metric tons of Romania wheat for February shipment with prices between $256.37 and $259.15 per metric ton.

The World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report adjusted the U.S. wheat balance sheet by lowering total export projections by 25 million bushels. Given the current pace of exports this adjustment made sense. If you break down the export adjustments further, Kansas City hard red winter wheat was lowered 40 million bushels to 320 million bushels, while Chicago soft red was raised 10 million bushels to 130 million bushels and Minneapolis hard red spring wheat was raised 5 million bushels to 300 million bushels.

U.S. all wheat ending stocks for 2018-19 are estimated at 974 million bushels, up from 949 million bushels in the November report.

World ending stocks for 2018-19 are estimated at 268.1 million metric tons compared to 266.71 million metric tons in the November report. The U.S. Department of Agriculture lowered Australian production by 500,000 metric tons to 17 million metric tons but raised Canadian production by 300,000 metric tons to 31.8 million metric tons. World export estimates were increased 1.5 million metric tons from Russia but lowered by 1 million metric tons for each Australia and the European Union.

The market moved higher in Dec. 13 trade as weekly exports were the second highest of the year coming in at 754,100 metric tons (27.7 million bushels). This was at the top end of trade estimates. Total commitments of 601 million bushels are down 10 percent from a year ago. Weekly export inspections were 419,100 metric tons (15.4 million bushels).

Argentina’s wheat crop is 45 percent harvested, and they are projecting a yield of 19.2 million metric tons compared to USDA’s current estimate of 19.5 million metric tons.

Support for March Minneapolis is $5.685 with resistance at $5.93.

For the week ending Dec. 13, March contracts for Minneapolis wheat were up 6.75 cents at $5.8825, up 4.75 cents at $5.36 for Chicago wheat, and up 8 cents at $5.20 for Kansas City wheat.

Corn Corn futures are stagnant but still continue to trend up very slowly as futures trend near the upper end of their trading range and try to test resistance levels. Resistance levels for corn that were set later in the fall during harvest are $3.905 for March and $4.0325 for July.

There were not many surprises in the Dec. 11 USDA report, and the lack of market movement verified that. The December USDA monthly report is typically not a price mover, and this year was a prime example of that. The January report is when the USDA will evaluate this past harvest and make major adjustments accordingly.

The USDA kept production unchanged at 14.626 billion bushels.

RAY GRABANSKI

Grabanski is president of Progressive Ag, a Fargo, N.D.-based hedge brokerage firm. He is an attorney and provides markets, legal and crop insurance direction to all Progressive Ag firms.Reach Grabanski at 800-450-1404.

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2018-19 U.S. ending stocks were raised 45 million bushels from the November report and are estimated at 1.781 billion bushels. Pre-report average estimates were at 1.738 billion bushels. The USDA kept exports unchanged. Exports have been very strong, so the thought is they will make some more adjustments in the January report.

Ethanol use was lowered 50 million bushels. Brazil’s production was kept unchanged at 94.5 million metric tons. World stocks were raised 1.29 million metric tons from the November report to 308.8 million metric tons for the 2018-19 year due to higher production in Ukraine and the European Union.

Early in the week, the USDA announced 64.8 million bushels (1,645,920 metric tons) of U.S. corn was sold to Mexico, 43.5 million bushels for 2018-19 and the rest for 2019-20. This is one of the larger single day sales to Mexico in recent memory, but this announcement did not have the desired effect for the bull hopefuls to break futures through resistance levels. Inspections for 2018-19 total 521 million bushels in 2018-19, up 76 percent from a year ago. Total commitments of 1.088 billion bushels in 2018-19 are up 16 percent from a year ago.

Ethanol production is down 3.95 percent from last year at this time and is under continued pressure as ethanol margins are shrinking.

Ethanol stocks are up 2.31 percent from last year. Corn use was 108 million bushels this past week. Corn use needs to average 107.304 million bushels per week to meet the USDA estimate of 5.6 billion bushels.

Resistance for March is at $3.905 and then the six-month high set the beginning of August at $3.9875. Support for March corn is the Nov. 26 lows of $3.6725 and then the lows of $3.5475 set mid-September.

Soybeans Soybean futures saw a choppy trade this week as rumors started flying about some reported sales, and China was finally involved.

January soybeans got within 5 cents of the July 31 highs of $9.3275, which is major resistance, but could not find any follow-through buying as the week progressed. The USDA is kicking the can down the road to the January report. This is not uncommon as the January report is usually the main report for updates for the most previous harvest. On the South American side, Brazil’s production was raised 1.5 million metric tons to 122 million metric tons and Argentina production was unchanged at 55.5 million metric tons.

There was a good amount of positive news to hit the wire on Wednesday after the USDA kept U.S. soybean numbers unchanged across the board. Prices did not mirror the positive export news as some of these small Chinese purchases were expected and likely priced in the market already.

An early morning announcement on Dec. 12 from the USDA that 4.8 million bushels (130,682 metric tons) of U.S. soybeans were sold to Mexico and another 4 million bushels (110,000 metric tons) sold to

unknown destinations for 2018-19 helped give this market support.

Reuters then reported that Chinese state-owned companies bought at least 500,000 tons (18.4 million bushels) of U.S. soybeans on Dec. 12.

Private reports on Dec. 13 stated that there were more purchases than just the 500,000 metric tons reported, and purchases were actually 1.13 million metric tons (41.5 million bushels) for delivery to China and possibly more that have not been reported yet. Early in the week Bloomberg reported that the People’s Republic of China State Council will make a decision soon to purchase 5 million to 8 million metric tons of U.S. soy with another 2 million metric tons available to commercial users with 25 percent tariff rebated. Hopefully the sales this week is the first of many in the near future. Inspections for 2018-19 total 484 million bushels, down 42 percent from a year ago and far below USDA’s estimate for an 11 percent reduction. Total commitments of 916 million bushels in 2018-19 are down 34 percent from a year ago.

Farmers are getting held hostage on making decisions for future soybean sales as the USDA kicked the can down the road regarding the second half of the $1.65 soybean payment. The USDA was supposed to make a decision by Dec. 7, but officials are now delaying their decision until possibly the end of the year due to progress in talks with China. On Tuesday, USDA spokesman Tim Murtaugh said in a statement that “We are in discussions with the White House and anticipate that the second payment rates for the Market Facilitation Program will be published before the end of the year.” As of Dec. 10, the USDA has paid just over $2 billion under the Market Facilitation Program.

November soybeans support is the month lows of $8.57, then the summer lows set July 16 of $8.2625 and then the new 10-year lows set on Sept.18 of $8.1225. January soybeans broke through the three-month high set Oct. 15 of $9.0625 on the January contract and now major resistance is the end of July’s high of $9.3275. January soybeans were down 9.75 cents for the week.

Canola For the week ending Dec. 13, January canola futures were down $2.60 per metric ton at $482.90 Canadian. The Canadian dollar was down .0039 to .7492. This brings the U.S. price to $16.41 per hundredweight. ► Velva, N.D., $15.92 per hundredweight, January at $15.82. ► Enderlin, N.D., $16.72 per hundredweight, January at $16.72. ► Hallock, Minn., $16.20 per hundredweight, January at $16.27. ► Fargo, N.D., $16.75 per hundredweight, January at $16.65.

The Canadian dollar reached a new contract low in Dec. 6 trade of $74.39.

Barley Cash feed barley bids in Minneapolis were at $2.60, while malting barley received no quote. Berthold, N.D., bid is $2.50 and CHS Southwest New Salem, N.D., bid is $2.55.

Durum Cash bids for milling quality durum are $4.50 in Berthold and at $4.50 in Dickinson, N.D.

Sunflower Cash sunflower bids in Fargo were at $16.90, with January bids at $17.15.

For the week ending Dec. 13, soybean oil was down 5 cents at $28.64 on the December contract. AG Monday, December 17, 2018 / AGWEEK A23

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