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OCTOBER 2026

Vol. XXVII No. 9 P.O. Box 997 Conrad, MT 59425-0997

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SDSU Extension Calf Value Discovery program

Registration is open for the 2026-2027 South Dakota State University Extension Calf Value Discovery program. Julie Walker, professor and SDSU Extension Beef Specialist, said the program provides producers with valuable information that can help them boost their operation’s bottom line and streamline decisions. “All producers have a target or end goal they want for their calves, but if they sell them at weaning, they don’t always know if they’re meeting that goal,” Walker said. “This program allows producers to see if they’re meeting that goal so they can make management decisions based on what they learn.” To participate, producers consign a minimum of five steer calves weighing 500 to 800 pounds. The cost is $20 per head. Registration closes October 20, 2026. For more information and to register, visit the SDSU Extension Calf Value Discovery Program website. Consigned cattle will be fed in an accelerated finishing program at Vander Wal Yards in Bruce, South Dakota. SDSU personnel will weigh the cattle periodically and send performance updates to their owners. CONTINUED ON PAGE A2

PRODUCTION SALES

Nov 13, Arntzen Angus Ranch, Lewistown MT........................................... A12 Dec 5, Western Choice, Simmental & Sim Angus Female Sale, Billings MT..... ................................................................................................................. A13 Dec 5, Legacy of the Big Sky Simmental, Angus, SimAngus, Billings MT.......A13 Dec 17, Bobcat Angus, Great Falls MT........................................................ A23 Jan 23, 2027, Wichman Herefords, Video, Hobson MT............................... A26

AUCTIONS

Oct 5 - 20, Ascent Auction Services, Statewide Fall Equipment, Online....... A5 Oct 5 - 22, Ascent Auction Services, Fall Belgrade Equipment & Vehicle, Online.............................................................................................................. A5 Oct 1 - 25, Smith Sales Co., Fall Machinery & More, Online.......................... A7 Oct 9, Burow’s Auction, Antique Tractor, Online............................................ A4 Oct 30, G & G Auctioneers, Lynn & Susan Selle Retirement, Halliday ND..... A8 Nov 3, Musser Bros Auction, Fall Ag, Const., Vehicle, Recreation & Tool, Billings MT............................................................................................................... A9 Nov 4, Fritz Auction, Lanay Kapperud Estate & Family, Gildford & Online.. A11 Nov 1 - 21, Ophus Auction Co, Consignment Auction, Online & Big Sandy, MT. .................................................................................................................. A12

Noxious Weed Trust Fund grant applications available

The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is announcing the opening of the FY2027 funding cycle for the Noxious Weed Trust Fund (NWTF) Grant Program. Established by the 1985 Montana Legislature, the Noxious Weed Trust Fund grants provide funding for noxious weed research projects, development projects, state and community education, and on-the-ground management through a landowner cost share. Applicants may apply for funding up to $75,000 per project. Applications are due on Wednesday, January 6, 2027, via WebGrants. To apply, please visit: https://mtagr.webgrantscloud.com/ index.do. To learn more about Noxious Weed Trust Fund opportunities, please visit the Noxious Weed Trust Fund website at: agr.mt.gov/NoxiousWeedTrustFund or contact Greta Dige, NWTF Program Coordinator, at 444-7882 or nwtf@mt.gov.

Another “treasure” we found in the forest of Montana. This looks like a “mobster car”. Don’t know the story on this but thought it was an interesting relic.

Series to help cattle producers evaluate feed options amid drought, higher hay prices With drought conditions affecting forage availability and higher hay prices increasing winter feeding costs, Nebraska Extension will offer its Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow webinar series this fall to help cattle producers evaluate feed options and make informed nutrition decisions. The four-session online series will be held November 9, 12, 16 and 19 from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. CT. Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow is designed to help producers better understand the nutritional needs of beef cows and how those needs change throughout the production cycle. Participants will learn how to evaluate available feed resources, compare alternatives and develop feeding strategies that meet cow requirements while managing costs. The series comes as drought conditions and higher hay prices are prompting some producers to take a closer look at available forage supplies and consider alternative feeds. Knowing a cow’s nutrient requirements — and how to accurately compare

feeds based on nutritional value and cost — can help producers determine which options make the most sense for their operations. The series will cover four key areas: Understanding how a cow’s nutrient requirements change throughout the production cycle; Reading and interpreting feed test analyses and feed tags; Comparing feed options and determining the best buy; and Developing cost-effective, year-round feeding plans. Nebraska Extension educators Erin Laborie, Troy Walz and Brock Ortner will lead the series. Sessions are designed to provide practical information producers can apply CONTINUED ON PAGE A2

PRIVATE TREATY

Browning Angus, Fallon MT.................................. A6 McMurry Cattle, Herefords, Billings MT.............. A26 Pam Durhams, Kevin MT....................................... A8 Wichman Herefords, Moore MT........................... A26

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LAND FOR SALE

160 acres with house, barn, quonset and outbuildings. 139 shares of Pondera County Canal Co. water. Located 5 miles NE of Valier, MT.

Call (406) 279-3657 or (406) 279-3494

Platinum Auto Center Big Timber, MT

Sure Trac 81/2x24 Power Tilt deckover, 15K GVW, heavy duty suspension, dual jacks, wood deck and more. Was $10,995

Now $10,295

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SureTrac 8 /2x21+5 gooseneck deckover, 17.6 GVW, dual jacks, full width ramps, 16 ply tires and more. Was $14,295 1

Now $13,295

SDSU Extension Calf Value Discovery program CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE

Cattle must arrive dehorned and castrated, fully healed from both procedures. Calves should arrive with sufficient vaccinations, including: Five-way viral (BVD-1, BVD-2, IBR, BRSV, PI3) vaccine At least two doses of a killed 5-way; or At least one dose of an MLV 5-way One dose of a Mannheimia haemolytica vaccine Two doses of a 7-way Clostridial vaccine Producers should consult with their veterinarians on the best vaccination program. Calves can be delivered to Vander Wal Yards from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST on November 4, or from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST on November 5, 2026. Cattle will be sold in truckload lots starting around June 1, 2027. All cattle are sold on a grid price system. For more information, contact Julie Walker, professor and SDSU Extension Beef Specialist; or Warren Rusche, assistant professor and SDSU Extension Feedlot Management Specialist.

Series to help cattle producers evaluate feed options amid drought, higher hay prices CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE

Sure Trac 7x20 equipment trailer, 14K GVW, standard ramps, toolbox, wood deck, 16” radial tires. Was $6995

Now $6395

Sure Trac 7x18 equipment trailer 14K

Now $6195

RHI 81/2x20+5 gooseneck deckover, 16K GVW, 16 ply tires, full width ramps, locking tool box, dual jacks, spare. Was $12,995

Now $12,695

The BEST Trailers at the BEST Price

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to their own operations, with opportunities for participants to ask questions throughout the course. More than 185 producers have participated in previous offerings of Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow. Registration is $65 and includes a notebook of Nebraska Extension resources. Participation is limited to 40 people, and registration is due October 26. Register at go.unl.edu/feedingthecow For more information, contact Erin Laborie at 308-2683105 or erin.laborie@unl.edu. ##### Did You Know...The word “y’all” dates back to at least 1631. Whether you like it or not, the shortening of “you all” to “y’all” is here to stay. For a long time, people believed the term originated sometime in the 18th or 19th centuries, but in fact, it’s been in use for much longer. In 1631, English scholar William Lisle wrote the following in a book on Ethiopian history: “The captive men of strength I gave to you, the weaker sold, and this y’all know is true.” ##### How does Darth Vader like his toast? On the dark side. ##### When should you bring your father to class? When you have a pop quiz.

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GOING THE EXTRA MILE TO PROVIDE YOU THE BEST SERVICE! www.forefrontequip.com • Call Todd for more info 406-868-2153 Rates as Low as 0% for 60 months on NEW Deutz Fahr Tractors! Offer Valid Through November 30, 2026 - OAC. See Dealer For Details.

2025 DEUTZ FAHR 6135C

2026 DEUTZ FAHR 5125

2026 DEUTZ FAHR AGROTRON 6160.4

$Call for Price

Compare these tractors features to any other brand and see why it’s the best value in the market. Deutz Fahr Tractors standard features are one of the many reasons to own one. Suspended cab, rear weights, single point loader hydraulic connection, air seat, left hand reverser, front fenders, adjustable rear hitch, third function, three remotes, and a buddy seat.

Compare this tractor to any other make. Deutz Fahr has the most standard options with the best quality. This tractor has rear wheel weights, three remotes, third function hydraulics, left hand reverser, air seat, front fenders and single point loader connection. With all of those options and the best price point is why this will be your next new tractor.

The future is here with the 160 HP four-cylinder engine. More torque and fuel efficiency than a six cylinder. Stoll loaders that are industry leading, grapple, four remotes, rear weights, suspended cab, buddy seat, front fenders hammer strap, all comes stock on this tractor. Own one of the best tractors made with a much lower cost than others.

2017 CHANDLER

2010 DEERE 329D

1978 CASE 450B

$Call for Price

2026 DEUTZ FAHR 5080D

$Call for Price 80 hp tractor with a Stoll loader. 83” bucket with a skid steer mounting plate. 2 remotes, block heater all this makes for the perfect tractor.

JOHN DEERE 750

$27,000

$43,900

$27,900

One time use!! As close to new as you will find and save over $6700. Two 10K axles, mold steel hopper, stainless steel floor, 16” mesh chain, hydraulic spinners, tarp and hydraulic engagement.

This is a very nice local machine with low hours. Very well maintained, serviced on a regular basis, like new GP 73” GP bucket, tracks are in good condition. Pilot controls, hydraulic attach detach, recent service.

Complete new undercarriage on this machine, including chain, top and bottom rollers, idlers, pad bolts and sprockets. New radiator and hoses, complete service on this machine, brush guards, runs great!

Very Nice 15-ft. no till drill. 7.5” spacing, new packer wheels, in very good condition. All new parts if needed. Financing and delivery available.

JOHN DEERE 3520

1980 CATERPILLAR 120G

$27,900

One previous owner in great condition. This is the perfect size compact for smaller properties. Enclosed cab, heat and air conditioning, 4x4, loader with quick attach, three point, 540 PTO, Hydro transmission. Great tractor serviced and ready to go.

INTERNATIONAL 480

This is a great running machine. We have serviced it, rebuilt four cylinders, new seat, rebuilt the control valves, and replaced all filters. This is a previous county machine with very low hours on it. We have new tires on the front and rears are in very good condition.

$5900 Nice 12-ft. disk that has a lot of life in it yet. Approximately 20” discs.

1971 INTERNATIONAL 100

$46,900

JOHN DEERE 630 2014 KRAMER RANCH-HAND BP 660

1990 CUSTOM BUILT 2 YD SCRAPER

$2900 $16,900 Completely gone through - if it needed it, it got it. Bearings and discs are all good along with scrapers. Dry cylinders and hoses as well.

$4900

$22,900 We have rebuilt this processor from end to end. If it needed it, it got replaced. The flails have very minimal time on them as well. This machine is ready to go to work.

Looking for a small scrapper for your compact tractor? Not too many of these around. Straight frame and good cutting edge. Shipping available.

We have replaced all bearings that needed replacing, all discs that needed replacing, all scrapers. Small seed boxes along with fertilizer or large seed box. Metering rolls all free and working. This drill ready to go to work. Hydraulic lift.

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Do you have an NRCS Contract? If you need a stockwater pipeline or an irrigation pivot, but haven’t received assistance yet, consider signing up with a Technical Service Provider (TSP) at your local NRCS office. The NRCS will reimburse you for hiring a TSP, so your project can be completed at no cost to you. TSPs often finish projects more quickly than NRCS itself, and I am one of the TSPs available in Montana. Typically, I can complete a design that meets NRCS approval within 30 days after a field visit. All projects will meet USDA-NRCS specifications.

• Licensed Professional Engineer • Registered Technical Service Provider for USDA-NRCS • Life time member of the Irrigation Association • 40 years design and field experience. If you are looking for an independent, non-biased design based on your business needs CONTACT: Randy Pierce PE, Oxbow Engineering, LLC (406) 600-8528 or email Kinseyk1d51@gmail.com

UPCOMING AUCTION Auctiontime.com Bidding opens October 9

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Proposals sought for potato research and market development program The Montana Potato Advisory Committee is seeking proposals for the Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program. Proposals should relate to demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects designed to address needs and opportunities for the Montana potato industry. The committee will review proposals at the first regular meeting of the year. It will review all applications and make recommendations to the department for funding. Projects must be innovative and not duplicate relevant research already available to Montana potato producers. If relevant research is available, the applicant must explain how the proposed research will build upon the previous research. For more information, please visit: https://agr. mt.gov/. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on October 30, 2026, and must be submitted via WebGrants.

Questions on applications should be directed to the Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program, PO Box 200201, Helena, MT 59620-0201 or by contacting Dani Jones at (406) 444-2402 or via email at danielle.jones@mt.gov. The primary goal of the Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program as stated in the enabling legislation: “In order to protect and foster the health, prosperity, and general welfare of the people of Montana, it is declared to be the public policy of this state to encourage and promote intensive, scientific, and practical research into all phases of agricultural commodity culture, production, marketing, and the development of markets for commodities grown or produced in Montana.” The Montana Department of Agriculture is serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky. For more information on department programs and services, visit agr.mt.gov.

How PPQ and partners are tackling the yellow legged hornet USDA’s Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program and its state partners are working together to protect honey bees and other pollinators by combating the yellow-legged hornet. This invasive hornet is a serious predator of bee colonies and threatens the health of native pollinators that support our nation’s agriculture. Since the hornet was first detected in Savannah, Georgia, in 2023, PPQ has worked with the Georgia Department of Agriculture, Clemson University’s Department of Plant Industry, and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services to slow and contain its spread. Most recently, North Carolina confirmed its first finding of a yellow-legged hornet, prompting expanded early-detection efforts across the state. This season, PPQ and state partners are increasing trapping, strengthening public outreach, and refining survey methods to help teams locate nests more quickly. More than 7,400 traps are now deployed across Georgia and South Carolina, with additional traps placed throughout North Carolina to support early detection. The Georgia Department of Agriculture has already captured more than 200 queens,

mostly in Savannah and nearby coastal areas. Clemson’s Department of Plant Industry is conducting a surge effort in York County, South Carolina, after confirming a new population there in late 2025. Surge operations provide a short-term, high-intensity increase in staff, traps, and resources to rapidly boost detection and response. Teams are also using new tools, including bait stations and advanced mapping dashboards, to track activity and guide field operations. Public outreach remains a critical part of the response. Agencies are hosting community events, distributing informational mailers, and encouraging residents to report any suspected sightings. States outside the Southeast are also staying alert. After a Washington State Department of Agriculture grain inspector photographed a live hornet on a vessel in Vancouver, Washington, officials in both Oregon and Washington launched detection surveys to determine whether the insect is present in the area. Public reporting plays an essential role in finding new detections quickly. If you think you have seen a yellow-legged hornet or nest, report it right away. Early reports help responders locate and remove nests quickly.

Range Recovery after Wildfire Walk

Nebraska Extension will host an informational meeting on range recovery after wildfire on Wednesday, October 14, with participants meeting at the Oshkosh Methodist Church at 4 p.m., then traveling to the range sites for viewing and discussion. The program will include a tour of area pastures burned in the Morrill fire to assess recovery progress. Dr. Mitch Stephenson, Nebraska Extension Range Management, will lead a discussion of the recovery process and keys to consider for grazing management going forward through the fall/ winter as well as next spring/summer. Dr. Karla Wilke, Nebraska Extension Cow/Calf Stocker Cattle Management, will present information on supplementation and feeding options for the cowherd, considering available feed and market prices. After the range walk, participants are

invited to return to the Oshkosh Methodist Church, where supper will be served at 6:30 p.m. by the Garden County Do More Robotics 4-H Club, followed by a program featuring Stephenson and Wilke. Brad Fraass, Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency in Cheyenne, Deuel and Garden Counties, will give an update on the status of government programs. Mary Reece will give a summary of the NRCS 2026 EQIP disaster program and ongoing NRCS technical assistance opportunities. There is no cost to attend, but for a meal count, contact Morgan Wiant at the Nebraska Extension Office in Oshkosh at 308-7723311 or mwiant2@unl.edu. Questions about the program? Contact Aaron Berger at 308-235-3122 or aberger2@unl.edu.

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2 EQUIPMENT & VEHICLE AUCTIONS WITHIN 2 DAYS BID ONLINE ON CONSTRUCTION, AG, TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES

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OCTOBER

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1,300± LOTS OF CONSTRUCTION, AGRICULTURAL, TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES

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Black Bred Heifers For Sale Sorted by Pregnancy Dates

Contact Browning Angus (406) 486-5040 or (406) 429-7371, Fallon, MT

• Hopper Trailers

• Statewide Service

• Hydraulic tail equipment trailer with winch

• Also have the equipment and experience to clean up grain piles and containment areas 1M bushels and larger.

Call (406) 788-0088

Bidding Now Open

Online Only Auction Bidding begins closing at 5:00 p.m. on October 21

Rivers West Auction 2026 fall sale multi-consignor statewide and at the Auction Barn

This sale includes farm equipment, attachments and implements, automobiles, trailers, shop tools and equipment, industrial wood working equipment, garage package, auto parts, furniture, antiques and collectibles and so much more!

Visit riverswestauction.com for more information and to view full catalog.

Jason Clinkenbeard • 406-239-3529 jason@riverswestauction.com Mattie • 406-594-3702

2026 Montana Ram and Ewe sale results The dust has settled at the 101st Annual Montana Ram Sale and 13th Annual Montana Ewe Sale hosted at the Eastern Montana Fairgrounds in Miles City, Montana. 40 Consignors from across Montana offered over 350 head of ewes and 290 head of rams. Buyers hauled sheep home to South Dakota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, and across Montana. The Montana Wool Growers Association would like to extend a big thank you to all buyers and bidders of both sales. Thank you to Lewistown Livestock Inc. for clerking and sale management and Sam Fraser of Frontier Productions, LLC, for the online sale hosting. Thank you to our auctioneers, Kyle Shobe and Collin Gibbs for another year of great teamwork from the auction block. For more coverage and pictures of both sales, please see MWGA on Facebook. 101st Annual MT Ram Sale (September 17) A total of 290 bucks were offered and sold, for an overall average of $1,247/hd. The Ram Sale grossed $360,050 Bieber Land and Nikki Bieber from Brockway, MT donated a trained bell weather to kick off the Ram Sale. The total proceeds of $2,150 were collected to support legislative efforts. The blackface breeds averaged $1,371/hd on 41 head. Gibbs Range Rams of Miles City topped the blackface portion of the sale, selling a Suffolk buck for $2,600 to Capra Ranches of Boyes, MT. Rambouillet bucks sold with an overall average of $1,478/ hd on 54 head. Helle Rambouillet of Dillon topped the Rambouillet portion of the sale, selling a Rambouillet buck for $4,000 to Peter Wirtzfeld of Sentinel Butte, ND. Three South African Meat Merino Cross bucks were offered by Montana Ag. Experiment Station of Bozeman, averaging $517/hd. Two Ile de France bucks were offered by Wade Clark of Glendive averaging $1,400/hd. Four American Cormo bucks were offered by Running Wild American Cormo of Broadus averaging $975/hd. The Targhee sale average was $1,149 on 187 head. The high selling Targhee ram was offered by Wacy & Jami Ortmann of Wolf Point, MT, selling for $9500 to Bob Innes of Innes Ranch in Gillette, WY. Sale Gross on 290 rams: $360,050. Rambouillet average on 54 head: $1,478. Blackface Breeds average on 41 head: $1,371. SAMM average on 3 head: $517. Ile de France average on 2 head: $1,400. American Cormo average on 4 head: $975/hd. Targhee ram average on 187 head: $1,149. 13th Annual Montana Ewe Sale (September 16) A total of 382 ewes sold, for an overall average of $586/ hd. The ewe sale grossed $223,675 John and Betty Sampsel of Hughes Newford, from Stanford, MT donated a yearling Targhee Ewe to kick off the Ewe Sale. The total proceeds of $8550 were collected to support legislative efforts. Montana Sheep Co. of Fort Shaw, MT topped the ewe sale with a consignment of 10 head each of Targhee ewes, selling for $850/hd. The volume buyer was LeeRoy Horton from Christmas Valley, Oregon. Whitefaced ewes sold on site averaged $593/hd. Hair ewes sold on site averaged $358/hd. Blackfaced ewes sold on site averaged $642/hd. Average on pens of 10: $549/hd Average on pens of 20: $604/hd. Please plan to attend the 102nd Montana Ram Sale and 14th Montana Ewe Sale next year! September 15th & 16th 2027.

Speaking of home runs….

Dale Long, Don Mattingly, and Ken Griffey Jr. share the major-league record of belting home runs in eight consecutive games. Had any of them extended their streaks by three more games, they would merit mention with John Miles’s feat of 1948. Stated Negro League historian Dean Lollis, “You can take the greatest home-run hitters in baseball history–Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Barry Bonds–and even in their greatest years, they never came close to that streak. Miles, a tall man with long arms and big, strong wrists, could not recall the locations of those 11 consecutive games. Because his team, the Chicago American Giants, played almost all of their games in major-league parks, the legitimacy of the accomplishment is seldom questioned.

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Fall Machiner y & More Auction Sunday Oct. 25, 2026 1,000 + Items, Lots start closing at 1 PM * Miles City, Billings, Hardin, Savage, Colstrip, MT & Buelah, ND Attachments & Equipment Parts GEM 8ft Wide Forks (JD Quick Attach) 72” Skid Steer Mulcher Attachments John Deere Grapple Bucket Spare rims for John Deere Motor Grader King Kutter & 7ft 3-Point Back Blades John Deere 3-Point Snow Blower John Deere 4895 Swather Parts Alamo Flail Mower John Deere Blade & Brush Guard Skid-Steer Post Pounders & Tracks CAT 303 Ripper Claw Attachments 60” Skid Steer Forks & Hydraulic Shift Forks GIYI Skid Steer Buckets, Mulchers, Brush Cutters, Tree Booms, Augers, and Grabs CAT 305 Buckets, Root Rakes, and Rake Attachments; Mini Excavator Thumbs PROMECH & GIYI Self-Contained Wrecker Attachments; Forklift Telescopic Booms & Self-Dumping Hoppers Tanks, Pumps, Generators & Compressors 6" Magnum Pumps & 4" Pumps 3,000 Gallon Ace Roto Mold Tank Generac, Briggs & Stratton, Hyundai, FairbanksMorse, Honda, and Coleman Powermate Generators (Various sizes) 330 Gallon & 275 Gallon Pallet Tanks Propane Tanks Lot (100LB, 120 Gallon, 20lb tanks) Diesel & Gas Tanks with Stands (130, 150, 200, 275, 300, and 350-gallon variants) 250 Gallon Rectangle Plastic Tanks SDLanch S60Gal Air Compressors, 20 Gallon Compressors, and Engine-Driven Units Fencing, Gates & Livestock Handling 2 Piles of Guard Rails 100 - 24 ft. Freestanding Panels (Solid & with 12 ft. gates); Pickup Truck Livestock Pens & Truck Bed Stock Pens; ATV Calf Catcher; 4ft Wire Fencing Powder River Chute; Tire Tanks; 14FT Chery Industrial Steel Gates; Galvanized Steel Fencing; Shop Tools, Toolboxes & Hardware; Large Dayton Sandblasting Cabinet; Metal Bandsaw; Wacker BS600 & Mikasa Jumping Jack Tampers; Sears Table Saw; 9Speed Truck Transmission, Hydraulic Tanks, & Cylinder; Truck Toolboxes (Delta, Ford beds, etc.) 18V Milwaukee Fuel Impacts; Denon Surround Sound Receiver; Wood Lathes (Duro 8in & Rockwell) US Berkel Meat Grinder; Craftsman AC Arc Welder & Miller Spool Gun; SKLP Tool Cabinets & Chery Industrial Chests/Workbenches; Large Rolling Tool Chests with Drawers (10FT, 89”, 87”) SKLP Hydraulic Track Pin Press Machines & Electric Pin Presses; SKLP Tire Changing Machine Signs, Collectibles & Decor Hamms Beer 3-piece sign Olympia Light-Up Beer Sign Squirt Stained Glass Plaque Nolan Ryan signed Career Series Poster Pabst Blue Ribbon Game Birds Painting Coke, &-Up Squirt Wooden Pop Crates (Lots of 60) Nishijin Pachinko Arcade Game 2 - Vendo & Cavalier Coca-Cola Vending Machines Unused Shop Items 4 - Unused Campbell Hausfeld 80 Gallon Compressors; 15 - Unused Craftsman 3/4 sets; 4 - Mr. Heater Porch heaters; Eagle 150 psi Bead Blaster; Unused Makita 5.2 gallon Compressor; 10 - 25 ft. 1 gauge unused Jumper Cables; etc

2– Extra Clean GN Campers **Inspection Dates**

7 Days prior to the Auction Date From 8 am - 4pm daily. 1108 US Hwy 12, Miles City, MT I-94 to Exit 141 downhill one mile Some items offsite, see each listing. Cow Related: 100 - 24 ft. Freestanding Cattle Panels; Multiple panels w/ 12 ft. gates.; Multiple Bale Bed Pickups; Loading Ramp; 2 piles of guard rail; expecting semi load of 2 7/8 pipe, Hydraulic Chute; New New Chute; Older Chute & alleyway, etc. Watch website for additional items.

Timed Online Machinery & More Auction

ATVs, UTVs, Dirt Bikes & Recreational Vehicles 2013 Honda Fourtrax Rancher ATV; 1992 Honda XR250 Dirtbike; John Deere LT133 Riding Mower; Polaris 250 ATV Recreatives Industries MAX 2; 1986 Yamaha Moto4 ATV Allis Chalmers 712H; Two Honda Rancher 420 ATVs & Two Honda ATVs; Husqvarna Riding Mower; 2007 Honda Rancher 420ES ATV; 2000 Honda Foreman 420 ATV; 2007 Honda Rancher 420 ATV; 1976 Jeep CJ-7; 1953 M38A1 Military Jeep; Old Jeep Truck; Pair of 1996 Seadoo Skis + Trailer SDLOOL GC42S Golf Carts (Multiple); SDLOOL Electric Tricycles & EC15 Electric Tricycles; Mini Golf Cart Scooters (MGC40); SDLanch Red Golf Carts (HQ100) Compact Equipment & Machinery (Skid Steers, Forklifts, Excavators SDLOOL D15 Electric Forklifts; SDLOOL Tracked Mini Mixer Trucks; SDLOOL Tracked Crawler Dumpers SDLOOL Remote Control Track Lawn Mowers (including LM1200Q); SDLOOL Skid Steer Loaders (380, SL380, 323W, 36C, 360T, 380C, 1050K); VICSEC VC13 & VC16P Mini Excavators; Self Riding Skid Steer Loaders; Self Riding Dump/Mud Buggy; Vibratory Mini Road Roller; Self Riding Crawler Dumpers Shipping Containers & Modular Structures 8FT, 9FT, 10FT, 11FT, and 12FT Containers ; 3 - Used 20 ft. 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High Cube Multi Door Containers & Standard Multi Door Containers; 20 FT x 30 FT All Steel Garage Carport/Buildings; SKLP 20x12 Livestock Shelters / Sheds; SKLP 40FT x 20FT x 14FT Steel Carports; SKLP 50FT x 30FT x 17FT Large Scale Storage Shed (with 2 crates); SDLanch 12FT x 20FT & 20FT x 20FT Carports Trailers & Towing 1982 Wilson Cattle Pot; 1981 Barrett Cattle Pot 1993 Belly Dump Trailer; 2 axle good shape; 2000 Cyclone 30ft Car Trailer; 16ft Utility Trailers (2000 & 2006 models) Generator Trailer; 2005 Featherlite 24ft Gooseneck Minnesota Wagon Frame Farm Implements & Tillage Brandt Grain Vac 5000; Shaver Hydraulic Post Pounder Feterl Grain Cleaner; New Holland 1033 Bale Wagon; Friggstad C5-43 Heavy Cultivator; John Deere E1600 Chisel Plow; Agco Hesston 7115 Square Baler; Westfield J20857 Grain Auger; Frontier WR1212C; Ranch-Hand Bale Processor; New Holland 326 Square Baler; John Deere H1110 Disk; Bale Rack; John Deere 3-Point Post Hole Digger; 2 bottom 3-Point Plow, 3-Point Mower, & 3-Point Auger; GIYI Rotary Tiller & Skid Steer Rock Rake Many more items. Yard Art Planter, Drag Harrow, Small Plow, Fresno & Dirt Scrapers 1950s Carnival Boat; Miscellaneous Parts, Materials & Supplies; Triangular Shaped Bin & Concrete Blocks Gym Lockers; Kohler 10HP Gas Engine; Liquitube Tire Sealant; Fire Pump Hoses, Gas Lines, & Trash Pump Hoses; Assorted Parts, Tools, and Garage Lots Irrigation Pipe, Valves, Couplers, and Pipe Jackstands Welding Turntables, Pallet Jacks, and Craftsman Toolbox Sets; RockTamer Mud Flaps, Stock Tank Heaters, and Cozy-Cabs; Mercury 9.9HP Outboard Motor; Ford Model T Parts Unused Straw Wattles; 5th Wheels, Truck Toppers, Trailer Axles, Gooseneck Hitches, and Headache Racks Equipment Heaters & Esso Sign Post Tires and Rims (Ford, 24.5 Semi, 10.00X-15, AgriMax, 18.4R38, Jeep, Super Singles); 400 Amp Electrical Box Small block Chevy Engine Parts, Harley Chopper/Davidson Parts, and Crane Parts; Portable Steam Cleaners, Mini Tillers, Diaphragm Pumps, Fire Extinguishers, and Pressure Washers; Air Ride Truck Seats, Bottle Jacks, Watering Cans, Ice Fishing Augers, and Grease Guns; Freightliner Front Axle, Aluminum Rims, and Metal Desks Stihl Weed whackers, Truck Bumpers, and Hood/Tailgate Parts; Snowblowers (Toro 524 & Ariens EFI) Cessna Airplane Wheel Fairings, Metal Trim, Cone Pipe Stands, and UTV Racks; Trailer Landing Gear sets Backhoe and Excavator Teeth, Tow Cables, Pulleys, Winches, and Winch Slings 750 - Orange Safety/Traffic Cones & Ground Protection Mats; White Metal Siding, Sheet Metal Sheets, and Plate Steel; SKLP Massage Chairs & SKLP Electric Bikes/Scooters Over 20 Tractors 13 - International Tractors 2– International Cub; Model A; Model BN Cultivision; Super W-4; Super C; Super HSuper WD-TA; Super W6-TA; Super MD-TA; Super MD-TA; Super M-TA; Super WD-9; W-9 ; John Deere 4020 w/ Loader; John Deere 2630 w/ loader; John Deere 50; John Deere 4010 w/ Loader; Case 930 for parts or repair; John Deere A parts; several more expected Heavy Equipment John Deere 770D Motor grader; county surplus, nice John Deere 770 BH County Surplus; nice John Deere 324J wheel loader w/ bucket & or forks Multiple China Excavators and tracked loaders; 2 - China electric forklifts; 15 - 6 Seater Golf Carts Many Vehicles 1972 Ford F250; 2007 Nissan Sentra; Dodge D200 Cab 1976 Chevrolet C60 Truck; 1940s Chevy Farm Truck 1968 GMC 1500; 1975 International Harvester Scout II 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500; 1982 Chevrolet S-10 Chassis; 1994 Chevrolet 1500 *Non Running/Parts Truck* 1976 Jeep CJ-7 ; Chevrolet Stylemaster; 1969 GMC K20; 1974 Chevrolet C-10; 2008 Ford F250 Super Duty Crew 4x4; 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Diesel; 2018 Toyota Sienna; 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan; 2000 Ford Focus SE 2012 Jeep Liberty; 2017 Nissan Titan 4x4; 2013 Ford Expedition; 1995 Chevrolet 1500 ; 2006 Toyota 4Runner SUV 2017 Ford Police Interceptor; 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 1994 Chevrolet 1500 Pickup; 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 2011 Subaru Outback; 1989 Chevrolet 3500 Bale Bed 2003 Ford F550 Service Truck; 1953 M38A1 Military Jeep 1997 Ford F350 ; 2010 F150 Long Bed; 1986 GMC Sierra 2500 ; 2007 Jeep Laredo; 2023 Chevrolet 2500 HD in Colstrip, MT; 2021 Chevrolet 2500 4X4 CC in Colstrip, MT 2023 Chevrolet 4x4 2500 in Colstrip, MT; 2014 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 4x4 in Colstrip, MT; 2012 Chevrolet 1/2 ton Truck in Colstrip, MT; 2005 Chevrolet Van in Colstrip, MT 2017 Chevrolet Equinox in Colstrip, MT; 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe in Billings, MT; 2011 Chevrolet 2500 in Beulah, North Dakota; 2015 Chevrolet Crew Cab 4x4 in Hardin, MT 2015 Chevrolet 1/2 ton 4x4 in Hardin, MT; 2011 Chevrolet 4x4 in Hardin, MT; 2007 Chevrolet Van in Hardin, MT

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SEMIS / VEHICLES TRACTORS / LOADERS ’94 IH Eagle-60 Detroit,10 spd Fuller, 905k mi 9280 CIH-4x4, 4 hyd, Cummins, triples, 7800 hrs 9370 CIH Steiger-4x4,4hyd, Cum. N14, duals,3400hrs ’88 Kenworth-365 Cummins, 354k, 15 spd Fuller ’09 Chevy 35000 HD LTZ-crew, dually, 4x4, 190 MXM CIH-3pt,4hyd,PS,540/1000,4202 hrs Duramax, auto, Allison, 98,600 mi, 7120 CIH-18 spd PS, 3 pt, 3 hyd, 540/1000, new rear ’81 Cargo Star 1850 IH cabover-DT466, 20’ tires w/360 Woods Dual SL loader Omaha, 1 axle, hitch, roll tarp, 148k 806 Farmall-540/1000 w/Dual loader 656 IH-gas, 2 pt, 3 hyd, “H” IH-narrow w/100 IH mower’88 Chevy ½ T-w/L shape fuel tank CS2210 Kioti-DSL-96hrs w/SL2410 loader/mower/tiller’74 Chevy C-65-single axle 2)W-9 IH tractors-1 for parts, 7120 full set of weights ’74 Chevy Spirit of America 2 dr ’74 F-700-roll tarp, metal floor, 20’,tag axle TILLAGE ’72 IH 1800 Loadstar-single axle 3430ADX air cart SDX40 mid till, ‘70s Chevy cars-not run, ’69 IH 1200 AWD pickup 2340 Flexicoil 5000 pull between cart ’65 Chevy Impala-not run,’58 KB-5 IH truck-not run 41’ CIH 5600 chisel plow w/2055 Valmar gandy box 22’ Krause rock flex disc, 42’ Summers culti-harrow ’52 A120 IH pickup-not run, ’37 Ford-pickup-not run TRAILERS 6200 IH 28’ press drill w/track wacker ’12 Mauer 40’ ag hopper, air ride, elect tarp 6200 IH 20’ press drill, IH pony drills ’81 Timpte 46’ hopper, elect tarp 400 IH Cyclone 8 row corn planter ’16 Load Trail 7x14 dump-mesh top, butterfly end 4 row IH cultivator, 12’ IH disc P&H dbl 1500 gal NH3 on trailer, NH3 tank on trailer ’09 Delta 32’ GN flatbed-duals, flip ramp SHOP ITEMS Summers Ultimate 120’ sprayer-1500 gal tank Hotsy pressure washer-new & MUCH MORE 8600 Wildcat snowblower-twin blower, 3 pt ATV / SNOWMOBILES / CYCLES HARVEST RELATED YARD / GARDEN 8820 CIH combine-2344 hrs ANTIQUE / COLLECTIBLE 2388 CIH axial flow w/1010 IH head, Westward *TERMS: Cash/Bankable Check *Lunch Served *More items Melore 388 pickup, corn/sunflower sieves too numerous *Not Responsible for accidents *Statements 1660 CIH axial flow-4340 hrs w/810 IH pickup head day of sale take precedence. *Owner reserves the right to 1460 CIH axial flow-3189 eng hrs, 2300 hrs reject any and all bids *Sold as is, where is. Not complete list! 141 IH combine w/12’ hd, 2 header transports 1:30 PM MT Major Items online bidding at 10 IH combine-not complete www.gandgauctioneers.com 20’ IH sunflower head w/Lucke pans 715 IH combine w/pickup & straight heads IH corn chopper, Hesston 21’ draper head 1500 & 1250 gal water storage tanks 18)HOPPER AIR BINS / 9)BINS / AUGERS/CLEANERS / HAY/LIVESTOCK RELATED MISC FARM / SCRAP IRON

Good Neighbor AI symposium SDSU Extension, the South Dakota Water Resources Institute, the South Dakota Economic Development Professionals Association and the Center for AI Innovation and Emergent Technologies at SDSU will host an artificial intelligence symposium on November 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at McCrory Gardens (631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD 57007). As artificial intelligence transitions from a digital tool to a physical infrastructure reality, its footprint on natural resources has become a critical concern for rural stakeholders. High-density AI workloads have historically required significant energy and water for cooling, often competing with agricultural and municipal needs. However, this same infrastructure is rapidly becoming water-neutral and offers a generational opportunity to revitalize rural economies and harden agricultural systems against climate volatility. The “Good Neighbor AI” symposium, explores the dual nature of this technological expansion. The central theme focuses on transforming AI infrastructure from a resource consumer into a catalyst for regional resilience. We will examine the rural infrastructure considerations—specifically the water, energy and land footprint of localized data centers—while simultaneously highlighting how the computational power of these facilities could be harnessed to optimize energy and water use, increase agricultural productivity and improve the quality of life for rural residents. The intended audience includes rural residents, public and private partners, university faculty and students, regulators, agricultural producers, and industry leaders. The symposium positions the conversation around responsible deployment of emerging AI technologies and infrastructure in rural settings. The importance of this event lies in its proactive approach. Rather than reacting to infrastructure development, through this symposium SDSU aspires to lead the conversation on how AI can be integrated into the Great Plains in a responsible and beneficial way. By bringing together panels of local experts from industry and academia, we aim to establish a factual and timely framework for the continued discussion around “Good Neighbor AI” and what beneficial expansion of both AI infrastructure and application might look like in South Dakota. Schedule 9:30 a.m. - Welcome & Opening Remarks 9:45 a.m. - Keynote Address 10:30 a.m. - Morning Break 10:45 a.m. - Panel 1: AI Infrastructure Footprint: What the Load Actually Requires 11:30 a.m. - Panel 2: Rural Readiness: Communities as Infrastructure Hosts 12:15 p.m. - Lunch Session & Informal Networking 12:45 p.m. - Economic Impact Perspective 1:15 p.m. - Break and Reset 1:30 p.m. - Panel 3: AI, Economic Development & South Dakota 2:15 p.m. - Break 2:30 p.m. - Panel 4: AI in Practice in South Dakota 3:25 p.m. - Closing Remarks and Dismissal Registration The cost to attend in person is $100 for the general public or $25 for students. In-person registration is required by October 30 to ensure that you will receive a meal. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited. For those who are not able to participate in the live in-person event, the real-time symposium discussion can be viewed over Zoom for free by registering to attend online. Registration is required for both the online and in-person options and can be completed using the buttons below. For more information, contact Ryan Lefers, Griffith Endowed Chair in Agriculture and Water Resources, South Dakota Water Resources Institute Director & SDSU Extension Water Management Specialist; or Rajesh Kavasseri, Co-Executive Director, Center for AI Innovation and Emergent Technologies, Associate Dean for Research, Jerome J Lohr College of Engineering, SDSU.

Seattle D.B. Coopers A 1975 naming contest for the new Seattle NFL franchise brought in 20,365 entries with 1,741 suggestions. Among them: the Lumberjacks, the Soggies, the Running Salmon, the Washington Georges, the Abominable Snowmen…and the D.B. Coopers, after the mysterious hijacker who jumped out of a plane over Washington in 1971. The winning name, submitted by 150 people, the Seahawks (a rarely used nickname for the osprey).

Flint Rasmussen returns to NILE in new role

One of Montana’s most celebrated and recognizable rodeo personalities, Flint Rasmussen, is returning to the arena in a new role for NILE’s all-new ProRodeo event, The Riggin Masters. Featuring the top 24 Xtreme Bareback riders in the PRCA, along with the top six Rookie bareback riders, The Riggin Masters will bring together some of the finest Xtreme Bareback Bronc riding talent and bucking horses in ProRodeo. Rasmussen will play a unique dual role throughout the event, serving as both color commentator and arena entertainer. A recent inductee into the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, Rasmussen will be stationed arena-side for both nights of The Riggin Masters competition. A dedicated camera crew will accompany him as he provides commentary, conducts interviews with competitors and brings the spontaneous, ad-lib entertainment for which he is best known. “This is an exciting new twist for me in the rodeo arena,” Rasmussen said. “I’ve always wanted the opportunity to engage with the cowboys more while they compete—to get them talking about what they’re experiencing and what they’re going through as we watch them ride. This is going to be a lot of fun, and I know the Billings audience will enjoy it. They are some of the best rodeo fans anywhere.” Rasmussen added, “What makes this event even more special is that we’re going to see the top 24 bareback riders, along with the top six Rookie bareback riders, compete in what will be the biggest Xtreme bareback bronc match ever held in ProRodeo. They’re also bringing the top end of six different rodeo strings of bucking horses. This is going to be rank and raw cowboy stuff—like a mini NFR for bareback bronc competition.” “We are very excited to have Flint back at the NILE, and especially to have him be part of this all-new Xtreme Broncs event,” said David Allen, NILE General Manager. “Flint brings tremendous experience as an announcer and entertainer, but we’re taking it a step further with his ability to provide his trademark ad-lib commentary and give fans a perspective on the competition they haven’t experienced before. The Riggin Masters and Flint Rasmussen are going to make for a great show for our Billings audience, and we are proud to have him back.” A Montana native, Rasmussen has entertained rodeo fans in the Billings MetraPark arena for more than 25 years, including his long association with the PBR tour each spring. Born in Havre and raised in Choteau, Rasmussen began his career as an educator, teaching at Havre High School and coaching football and track. His accomplishments in rodeo entertainment are extensive. Rasmussen won the PRCA Clown of the Year award eight consecutive years and captured the Coors Man in the Can award seven consecutive times. His distinctive combination of quick wit, improvisation and genuine connection with rodeo fans has made him one of the most recognizable personalities in the sport. “It is pretty awesome that NILE is stepping up to produce The Riggin Masters,” Rasmussen said. “This is going to become one of the coolest events on the entire ProRodeo schedule. Bareback riding is the most physically demanding event in rodeo, and the caliber of bucking horses today is off the charts. I’m really excited to be a part of it, and the Metra arena definitely holds a special place in my heart.” The Riggin Masters is a PRCA-sanctioned Rank 45 Xtreme Broncs event.

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NDSU Extension urges caution when hauling water to livestock

Over 70% of North Dakota is currently experiencing some degree of drought. Producers are reporting that livestock water sources are drying up across much of the state or reaching toxic levels of total dissolved solids and sulfates. These conditions have prompted many livestock producers to supplement water to mitigate issues with water quality and/or availability. “While they may be convenient, using tanks to haul or supplement water that have previously been used to haul fertilizer or pesticides poses a serious poison risk to cattle, sheep and goats,” says Lacey Quail, North Dakota State University Extension livestock management specialist. Urea or nitrogen is often a major component of commercial fertilizers. As a part of normal digestion in ruminants, microbes convert urea and nitrogen to ammonia, which is used to make protein; however, excess ammonia produced by a sudden increase in intake is absorbed and quickly becomes toxic. “Clinical signs of ammonia toxicosis can occur in as little as 20 minutes postexposure in cattle,” says Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension veterinarian. These signs can include muscle tremors (particularly in the face and ears), abdominal pain, frothy salivation, frequent urination and teeth grinding. This can progress to incoordination, weakness, seizures and respiratory distress. Affected cattle can become agitated and aggressive. Sheep will usually appear depressed. Death usually occurs within two hours in cattle and four hours in sheep. Insecticide poisoning can cause similar signs in cattle, depending on the chemical. Cholinergic signs (salivation, watery eyes, urination and diarrhea) may also be present. Diagnosis of ammonia toxicosis is usually based on a history of access to high levels of urea or ammonia in feed or water and observation of symptoms. With the rapid progression of cases, the first observed sign may be dead livestock. If identified early, oral tubing of 5% acetic acid (vinegar) and ice-cold water can help slow ammonia absorption, says Dr. Galbreath. Repeat treatment may be necessary, as well as supportive care such as IV fluids and antiseizure medication. Surgery to remove rumen contents (rumenotomy) can be an option to prevent further ammonia absorption. For insecticide poisoning, treatment typically consists of medications to reverse cholinergic signs and control seizures, activated charcoal to prevent further absorption, and supportive care. Producers who suspect fertilizer or insecticide ingestion should remove the potential source and contact a veterinarian immediately. Because poisoning can occur rapidly, diligent management and prevention are key, according to NDSU Extension specialists. Any container that has once stored, transported or mixed any fertilizer, insecticide or treated seed should not be used to transport water or as a water tank for livestock. Rinsing and washing these containers does not make them suitable for livestock use, and poisoning can still occur. Quail recommends that producers have containers and tanks for livestock use only, to avoid poisoning. The same recommendation applies to buckets, hoses, feed troughs and loaders. Investments in livestock water supply projects will also improve an operation’s drought resilience and enhance livestock performance. “If you are a livestock producer experiencing shortages of good quality water for your livestock, there are some programs available that provide financial assistance for livestock water hauling and water development,” says Miranda Meehan, NDSU Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency has an Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm Raised Fish Program, which provides assistance for water hauling in qualifying counties. Information about the ELAP program is available at https://www.fsa.usda. gov/resources/disaster-recovery/emergency-assistance-livestock-honeybees-farm-raised-fish-elap. The North Dakota Department of Water Resources has also recently activated a water supply project assistance program for livestock producers impacted by the drought. Information about the assistance program is available at https://www.swc.nd.gov/project_development/drought_disaster_livestock.html. ##### What’s a skeleton’s favorite song? “Bad to the Bone.”

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LANAY KAPPERUD ESTATE & FAMILY

ONLINE ONLY AUCTION NOVEMBER 4, 2026

17126 RD 175 N, GILDFORD, MT – 16.2 miles N on MT 449, left onto Rd 160 N for 4 miles, right onto Rd 175 for 1.1 miles. WATCH FOR SIGNS!

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LIV E ON L CH AN INE TO NLY

Auctioneers Note: Welcome to the LaNay Kapperud Estate & Family Online Only Auction. LaNay & Cathy were preparing for retirement when he unexpectedly passed away. They have sold the farm to family and will be offering equipment, project vehicles LaNay enjoyed and shop items. LaNay was particular with equipment and tools alike. This is not a final listing. Watch equipmentfacts.com and fritzbull.com for updates. To prevent online bidding delay, register and agree to Terms at least two days prior. Please pay special attention to loadout days as these will be strictly followed and may affect your bidding. You can preview onsite October 30, 9-5. Every item sells as is without reserve. Talk to ya online on November 4th!

COMBINES/HEADERS

2012 MASSEY FERGUSON 9540 Combine, 7c diesel, software deleted DEF, updated transmission, auto steer, self-cleaning reversible radiator, new grain tank auger assembly and steering hydraulic block, 1546 separator/2126 engine hours 1984 MASSEY FERGUSON 750 Combine, hydro, starts MASSEY FERGUSON 860 Combine, starts NEW HOLLAND/MACDON 94C Grain Header, 42’, pea auger, Massey adaptor, no transport MASSEY Grain Header, 30’, with trailer

TRUCKS, PICKUPS AND VANS

TRAILERS

INDUSTRIAS AMERICA Fuel Tank trailer, 990 gallon fuel tank, DEF tank, 20 gpm, 12 volt pump, 2 5/16 ball 1980 CHARLES MACHINE WORKS BT26 Trailer, 12’ wooden flat deck, 3’ beaver tail, ramps CRYSTAL MFG 100 BD16 Pup-trailer, holds 450 bus, Cancade roll tarp needs repair

SEEDING/SOIL PREP

FLEXICOIL 2320 Air Seeder, 60/40 split 230 cart, 57’ drill, 12” spacing, single chute TRI AG Cultivator, 48’, double wing-up, replumbed hydraulics, with 4 John Deere rods Cultivator, 14’ with 12’ John Deere rods CRUST BUSTER 2656 Disk, 26’ VERSATILE 5000 Knoble Blade, 45’, double wing-up, grease zert banks

1978 INTERNATIONAL LOADSTAR 1800 Grain Truck, 5 speed Hi/Lo, 446 Big V8, steel floor grain box, new rear duals 1975 GMC 6500 Grain Truck, 13 speed, 427, Tandem duals, roll tarp, 24’ wood floor box, hoist 1959 INTERNATIONAL B160 Grain truck, 5 speed Hi/Lo, flatbed, has electrical gremlin, missing driver window, water tank separate FORD C600 Grain Truck, included 390 engine and transmission need to be installed FORD C800 Truck, BigJob V8, 5 speed Hi/Lo, wood floor, grain sides, as is, been sitting 1975 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 10 Pickup (new engine at 262K) 1974 INTERNATIONAL 200, pickup, Big V8 1972 CHEVROLET CHEYENNE SUPER 10 Pickup, automatic, frontend damage 1956 FORD F100 CUSTOM CAB Pickup, 256 V8 1930s FORD Vintage pickup, V8, as is, been sitting 1930s DODGE Vintage coupe, no motor, as is, been sitting 1986 BERNVILLE Van, 350, transmission out FORD Econoline Van, 3 on the tree, as is, been sitting

TRACTORS

1983 VERSATILE 895 SERIES 3 Tractor, 4 remotes, engine/transmission overhaul at 8000, Trimble EZ steer, dual/duals 1961 ALLIS CHALMERS HD11 Dozer, 11.3 blade, engine overhaul 1952 MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE MDL G Tractor, 2 remotes, 540 PTO, 6 V, propane, rebuilt starter needs to be installed, hitch, FarmHand loader w/ forks, 9’ buckets, 4’ toothed buckets and genpole MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE 403C4 Tractor, 1 remote, 540 PTO, diesel, as is, been sitting 1965 OLIVER 1950 Tractor, GM diesel, 2 stroke, 540 PTO, 90 HP, 2 remotes MASSEY HARRIS Pony GA1523A Tractor, mower sickle

SPRAYING

2013 INTERNATIONAL AG WORKSTAR Sprayer Truck with 2016 Ag Truck and Equipment sprayer, 120’, 2000 gallon, section control, auto ht, 3-body nozzle, new rear-end & left hub and brake assembly CENTURY Pickup sprayer, 48’ booms, single body nozzle, 500 gallon, 5.5 Hp Honda CT6 Transfer Pump, 12V, Dry Mate valve (double acting), hose CT6 Transfer Pump, 12V, hose SOTERA Transfer Pump, 110, hose CT6 Transfer Pump, barrel pump, hose

MISCELLANEOUS

FILLRITE Fuel Tank, 200 gallon, 20 gpm, 12V 2-Poly tanks, 400 gallon, NEW, choice Water tank, 1500 gallon, poly, 2” Banjo, Kawasaki FA210 pump 2016 TRACER AIR 235 camper, 28’, bumper pull 1994 KAWASAKI 4X4 4-Wheeler ATV Sprayer Wooden Wagon Tank, 1050 gallon sprayer tank, no booms Tank, 12,000 gallon, steel

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AUGERS

FARMKING 1395 Auger, low-pro, 540 PTO, reverser, needs flighting work WESTFILED 1391 Auger, 540 PTO

SHOP TOOLS

INDEX Milling Machine vertical Vise stand BALDOR Bench grinder, 110, dual wheel DELTA Bench grinder, 110, dual wheel TOOL KRAFT Drill press BLACK & DECKER Chop Saw WILTON 3535 Band Saw, horizontal MISC WOODWORKING ITEMS

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By Tim Seipel, Extension Cropland Weed Specialist Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) was confirmed for the first time in Cascade County, Montana in August 2026. This is the sixth confirmed occurrence of this weed in Montana. Be on the lookout for this species and its close relative waterhemp (Amaranthus tuberculatus). This is the time of year to keep an eye out for and identify large pigweeds. Palmer Amaranth and Waterhemp in Montana Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) and waterhemp (Amaranthus tuberculatus) are both pigweed species that have limited known distribution in Montana. Both species have developed genotypes resistant to most herbicide modes of action. If they become Palmer amaranth found in a fallow field in Cascade County in August 2026. established, these two species will have a large economic impact on Montana agriculture. Both weeds have the potential to establish in warm season crops such as corn and millet, and irrigated sugarbeets, cereals, and pulse crops. In August 2026, a small patch of Palmer amaranth was found growing in a fallow field in Cascade County. The plants were sprayed with herbicide and further monitoring of the site is planned. This follows detections in Hill County in 2025, Choteau County in 2025, Custer County in 2025, Fergus County in 2025, Roosevelt County in 2025, Carter County in 2024, and 2023 detections in Daniels and Toole Counties. To date very few populations occur in Montana; and we do not want Palmer amaranth or waterhemp to establish. Now is a good time of year to scout fields for Palmer amaranth and waterhemp because these warm season pigweeds are best identified when flowering. Special attention should be given to scouting warm season forages and irrigated fields. Look for large pigweeds with long, thin inflorescences compared with more common relatives like redroot pigweed. Around houses search under birdfeeders as wild bird food has been known to be contaminated, and plants have been found under birdfeeders. E a r l y detection and rapid response are critical to contain these weeds and prevent populations from establishing, so learn to identify them, take action Palmer amaranth plant growing on the roadside in to manage Carter County, September 2024 (Photo credit Amanda Williams, MSU Carter County Extension.) and control spread as needed, and learn to recognize potential vectors. Identification can be difficult, but the MontGuides and resources linked below can help identify the different pigweeds. Contact your local Extension office or agronomist if you suspect you have found either of these species or if you have questions about pigweed identification. Resources for Identification and Management Montana Department of Agriculture Early Detection Rapid Response Palmer Amaranth Page Palmer Amaranth MontGuide Waterhemp MontGuide NDSU Palmer Amaranth Webpage

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Each calf, like each human, begins as an embryo. But important questions remain about the complex factors that shape bovine fertility and development during the earliest stages of life. Bit by bit, Jennifer Wood and her Husker colleagues in the Department of Animal Science are unraveling those mysteries. The findings of Wood, a Ph.D. in molecular physiology and the immediate past president of the Society for the Study of Reproduction, and her colleagues deepen understanding of bovine reproduction and help producers more effectively use assisted reproductive technologies (ART) to improve cow reproductive success and calf health. Collaborative efforts are also identifying ways to pick better replacement heifers. Innovative research by Wood, a professor in the department, has resulted in a range of notable basic science findings about bovine fertility and embryo quality. Maintaining consistent nutrition and appropriate body condition is clearly beneficial for the animal overall, but Wood has found it provides an important added benefit — increased chances that cows will produce healthy eggs capable of establishing pregnancy. “It’s harder for a cow to get pregnant if she’s metabolically unstable,” Wood said. Dairy cows can face nutritional deficits when they’re lactating, for example. “On the beef cattle side, if there are changes in forage, you can get fluctuations in nutrient availability that could really impact the metabolism of the animal.” Wood’s research shows that environmental stresses reduce the quality of a cow’s immature egg cells, or oocytes. Under ideal conditions, Wood said, the mother’s genes and proteins support conception and the early stages of development. These factors are eventually cleared out to allow for continued development as the embryo grows. Environmental stresses, however, often disrupt these processes. Wood’s work aims to identify ways to prevent or fix these CONTINUED ON PAGE A18

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stress-related complications, improve pregnancy success, support healthier embryo development and ultimately enhance calf performance. Her work offers promise, too, for helping the cattle sector improve its assisted reproductive technologies. “In vitro production of embryos has really taken off in the cattle industry,” she said. “People want to collect embryos from genetically superior cows and fertilize them with sperm from a genetically superior bull. People may think that it works perfectly — but it does not. We haven’t figured out the best ways to fertilize eggs and culture embryos in vitro that are optimized to get good development.” On average, only a tenth of artificially fertilized eggs come to maturity. “You have the idea, ‘I’m going to get 50 eggs from this really great cow,’” Wood said. “But then only five of those eggs are actually going to produce a calf.” When lab technicians prepare bovine oocytes for in vitro fertilization, a range of lab conditions may wind up affecting the eggs, including fluctuations in temperature, pH of the media they’re in and lighting conditions. Wood and colleagues are working to understand why lab-fertilized embryos often fail and how culture conditions can be improved. More recently, Wood has begun studying how nutrition, heat stress and assisted reproduction procedures influence the developing placenta, which has implications for calf growth during pregnancy and long-term health. The takeaway for producers: From nutrition and heat stress to embryo culture techniques, Wood’s research is uncovering ways to boost a cow’s reproductive success, helping producers achieve higher conception rates and the birth of healthy calves. Another reproductive challenge involves heifers that naturally produce excessive androgens (steroid hormones), preventing normal ovulation. Wood collaborates with lead researcher Andrea Cupp, another reproduction-focused professor in the department, to study the biological causes and identify genetic markers for the condition. As the Husker scientists expand such understanding, producers may be better able to identify replacement heifers with poor reproductive prospects. Because human and bovine reproductive systems share important similarities, Wood’s findings may also inform research on Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, a condition associated with excess androgens and infertility that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age. Wood is passionate about translating basic science into real-world impact, an interest rooted in her early research on androgen-related fertility complications in women. She was impressed by the close interaction between basic and clinical scientists at the University of Pennsylvania Center for Research on Reproduction and Women’s Health and appreciates that university animal science departments are set up in a similar way. Wood also finds it rewarding to mentor undergraduate and graduate students, especially helping them discover their passion for basic and applied research and turn it into a career. Looking ahead, she sees great promise in an interdisciplinary, multi-institutional effort to study the range of reproductive and environmental factors that shape development during the first 1,000 days of life, which span pregnancy through the first two years after birth. She believes that researchers could identify early-life factors that shape health for years to come. The goal, Wood says, “is not simply to understand development but to identify opportunities to give both children and animals the healthiest possible start to life.” “It is becoming clear,” she said, “ that these early life events have the potential to set that tiny human or animal for good lifelong health.” ##### A taxi passenger tapped the driver on the shoulder to ask him a question. The driver screamed, lost control of the car, nearly hit a bus, went up on the footpath, and stopped inches from a shop window. For a second, everything was quiet in the cab. Then the driver said, “Look, mate, don’t ever do that again. You scared the living daylights out of me!” The passenger apologized and said, “I didn’t realize that a little tap would scare you so much.” The driver replied, “Sorry, it’s not really your fault. Today is my first day as a cab driver — I’ve been driving a funeral van for the last 25 years.”

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2022 Bobcat T64 Compact Track Loader, cab AC/heat, Bobtach-bucket positioning, Touch display-rear cam, heat seat, auto ride-high flow-rev fan. Stk #29311............ $83,775 (G) 2022 Bobcat MT100 Track Loader. Stk #29374............................................ Call (G) 2019 Bobcat HB980 breaker, long arm hose kit, X-change mounting frame. Stk #24408.. .................................................. $10,036 (G) Quick Attach 68” angle blade. stk# 32129..(G) Bobcat 68” angle broom. Good bristles. Stk #32128.................................................... (G) Bobcat 68” angle broom for skidsteer. Stk #32384 .........................................$6000 (L) Manitou 96” grapple bucket. Stk #22839........... .......................................................$5888 (G) 2019 96” bucket, mount for New Holland/Gehl/ Manitou. Stk #22839...................... $5888 (L) Bobcat 74” bucket. Stk #29864....... $1800 (G) 2026 Bobcat MX 24” bucket for an E145, .42 cubic yard. Stk #33869.... Call For Price (L) 2017 Bobcat MXBKT 18” bucket for excavator with bolt on teeth. Stk #22333........ $399 (G) 2014 Bobcat drop hammer. Stk #17553.......... ..................................................... $5900 (G) Bobcat 20PC post hole digger. Stk #33246..... .............................................. Call For Price Bobcat 20PC post hole digger. Stk #33248..... .............................................. Call For Price 2014 Danuser F8 3-pt. post hole digger with 12” bit. Stk #18366. ........................... $1200 (G) Bobcat 15C auger. Stk #23364........ $2750 (G) 2022 Salt Dogg SHPE0750 Sand/Salt spreader, stainless steel auger and frame. Stk #32348......................................... $2850 (G) Bobcat 6B landrake. Stk #29484..$11,800 (G) Bobcat 72” root grapple. Stk #29486.$5800 (G) John Deere 18” skidsteer attached planer, 14 pin control, carbide teeth, high flow. Stk #31623......................................... $9900 (G) John Deere LX spear, skidsteer mount. Stk #32925........................................... $499 (G) Pal 60” broom, Grasshopper attachment. Stk #32378......................................... $2100 (G) Ignite 68” snowpush. Stk #32040.... $2800 (G)

2019 New Holland SP310F sprayer with Weed It Quadro weed detection and elimination technology system installed, 1200 gallon stainless steel tank, deluxe cab, NEW 520/85R42 tires, Mono Boom 120-ft., 10 section, 5-way nozzles, auto rinse, fence row nozzles, wheel kit, 3” fill, reversing cooling fan, ISO, full GPS, air compressor with blow out system. Stk #24818........... $374,900 (G)

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2026 New Holland 260 Plus swather, Prem cab, full GPS, single 16.1 dampner, cold weather, turf 580/70/26, 22 MPH. Stk #32974.............. .........................................Call For Price (G) 2026 New Holland 220 Plus swather, Full GPS, Prem Cab, 580/70 R26 R3, Cold weather, single dampner. Stk #33241.......................... .........................................Call For Price (G)

Steiger PT225 tractor. Stk #20554..$21,200 (G)

ROUND BALER 2009 MacDon M100 swather, no header, has EZ Steer. Stk # 6170.......................$55,000 (G)

RAKES

Vermeer R2800 28-ft. hydraulic basket rake. Stk #33052............................Call For Price (G) Vermeer R2800 28-ft. hydraulic basket rake. Stk #33053............................Call For Price (G) 2014 Vermeer R2300 23-ft. hydraulic rake. Stk #33149.......................................$24,000 (L) 2013 Vermeer R2300 hydraulic 23-ft. rake. Stk #25560.......................................$19,000 (L)

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2012 Morris 900 Hayhiker, 9 bale unit. Stk #14233........................................ $25,900 (L) Haybuster 10-ft. disc drill, legume box, grass seed box, small grain box. Stk #33581.......... .................................................... $34,500 (L) Haybuster CMF-830 vertical mixer, small 1000 PTO, monitor with remote, right hand dogleg update, magnet, large display, scales. Stk #29236........................................ $78,900 (L) 1988 Gehl RM170 mixer, 2-ton, 1000 PTO, scales, 12.5x15sl tires. Stk #33988..$5500 (G) 2011 Haybuster 3106 rock picker. Stk #33207.. .................................................... $25,400 (L) 2019 Danuser 200173 18” rock auger bit with 2” hex head. Stk #29016.............. $1800 (G) Danuser 48” pallet forks. Stk #29525.$1400 (G) ES42 tiller. Stk #32873..................... $3300 (G) Woods 72” cutter. Stk #33057..........$1500 (L) 6-ft. rotary cutter, 40hp gear box, Kingcutter single laminated tall wheel. Stk #33486....... ..................................................... $2000 (G) 2023 Case 30” trenching bucket. Stk #33337.. ..................................................... $1800 (G) 2023 Case 24” trenching bucket. Stk #33336.. ..................................................... $1400 (G) 2023 Case 18” trenching bucket. Stk #33335.. ..................................................... $1250 (G) 2023 Case 55” grading blade. Stk #33363....... ..................................................... $1250 (G) Land Pride 7-ft. rear blade. Stk #33487..$1000 Miscellaneous 72” bucket. Stk #26358........... ....................................................... $700 (G) 2026 Horst 45-ft. header trailer. Stk #33798.... ...................................................$27,000 (L)

2020 Versatile Nemesis tractor, 220 hp, 5 remotes, Hi-Flow Powershift, axle suspension, cab suspension, loader with grapple. Stk #33390.............................. $184,000 (G) 2024 New Holland WM25S tractor, cab, heater only, hydro, loader, 50” bucket, midmount mower, turf tires, FWA, 3pt, 540 PTO, engine: Yanmar S/N: C1419. Stk #29707.$25,000 (G) 2024 Bobcat CT5558 tractor, hydrostat, cab, front end loader. Stk #31310..... $41,500 (G) 2024 Bobcat CT1025HST tractor, belly mower, backhoe installed, hydro loader. FWA. Stk #31841...................................... $35,600 (G)

2017 Case RB565 baler, net/twine, ISO with monitor, 1000 PTO with cut out clutch, 5 bar pickup, stand density, man hydraulic lift, xwide, endless belts. Stk #33525..$22,000 (L)

HEADERS

2011 Vermeer R2300 rake, hydraulic basket. Stk #32831.................................$23,000 (L)

TILLAGE & HARROWS

2018 Gates 84-ft. Magnum 5 bar harrow, 26x9/16 teeth with carbides, hyd tine adjust., excellent condition. Stk #31435..$45,300 (G) Maybridge 26 26-ft. chain harrow with cart hydraulic lift, manual lift . Stk #31173........... .................................................. $16,895 (G)

SQUARE BALERS

2014 New Holland 340, density control, tandem, ISO intellview, 1000 PTO, 500/50 Alliance, roller chute, windguard. Stk #30935......$75,200 (G) New Holland 340 P 3x4, roller chute, tandem axle, ISO, color monitor, work lights, density control, packer. Stk #28453........ $43,000 (L)

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2019 MacDon FD140D 1000 PTO, Contour Buddy, 40-ft., double knife, split reel, upper cross auger, CNH adapter, slow speed transport. Stk #31005................ $78,900 (G) MacDon D140 40-ft., draper header, single knife, pickup reel, upper cross auger, JD adapter, 1000 PTO, with Stud King trailer, swather kit, poly skid on sickle bar, skid plates. Stk #33168.................... $70,000 (G) MacDon D140 40-ft., draper header, single knife, pickup reel, upper cross auger, JD adapter, 1000 PTO, with Stud King trailer, swather kit, poly skid on sickle bar, skid plates. Stk #33169.................... $70,000 (G) 2015 MacDon PW8 pickup header, 16-ft. wide. Stk #31025................................ $24,300 (G) Case IH 2142 35-ft. header, pea auger, CNH adapter, slow speed transport, 540 PTO. Stk #33193,..................................... $21,000 (G) Case IH 2142 35-ft. header, CNH adapter, slow speed transport, 540 PTO. Stk #33194......... .................................................. $18,500 (G) 2026 New Holland 416 Plus header, 16-ft. quick change knifes, rubber conditioner. Stk #33242............................ Call For Price (G) 2026 New Holland HS16 header, rubber conditioner. Stk #32978........ Call For Price (G) New Holland 1116H pushframe only. stk# 33035............................................ $1500 (L)

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Where Farming Meets Excellence

Eastern heath snail detected in Gallatin County

By Chloe Rice, Schutter Diagnostic Lab Arthropod Diagnostician, and Elizabeth D’Imperio, Gallatin County Ag & Horticulture Agent The eastern heath snail (Xerolenta montechseedgroup.com obvia) has been detected in Gallatin County for the first time. The eastern All varieties are PVP Title V heath snail was first detected in MonBATTLE AX - Single Use tana in 2012 in Belt, Cascade County. • Second generation Coaxium wheat • Drought tolerance Since then, this snail has also been • Excellent yield potential • Great straw strength found in Chouteau, Judith Basin, and Photo by Ian Foley, Mon• Very good protein • Early to average maturity Fergus Counties. Early detection is tana Department of Agricritical; it only takes a single snail culture, Bugwood.org BRAWL CLP Single Use BROAD AX FORTRESS W NEMedium Early to start a population somewhere new. NEW • Excellent yield • Early MATURITY Maturing • Coaxium winter wheat The eastern heath snail feeds on a wide variety of plants. • Clearfield-keep HEIGHT your field clean Short • Aluminum toxicity tolerance • Semi solid stem They damage crops such as alfalfa, sainfoin, serradella, • High yield potential • Good test weight YIELD Very Good • Medium maturity canola, pulses and grains. They can also be found on grass• Solid stem DROUGHT TOLERANCE Very Good es, trees, shrubs, and weeds. Large numbers contaminate QUALITY Very Good 1001TRITICALE RESOLUTEST ALFALFA FX MILLING haybales and plug machinery. W KLONDIKE BAKING QUALITY NEFair • Beardless high yielding triticale • Unmatched salt tolerance Single Use It is a vector of animal diseases such as the sheep lung• Excellent tonnage on dryland STRAW STRENGTH Very Good • Sunken crown • Can grow chest high on very A winter worm Protostrongylus rufescens, the tapeworm Davainea • Winter hardy TEST WEIGHT Goodyellow pea that makes little moisture it through • Performs well in most soils proglottina, and the fluke Dicrocoelium dendriticum. The PROTEIN Very Good the winter snail causes plant diseases by spreading spores of Alternaria, COLEOPTILE LENGTH Medium Long MEMBER OWNED. FIND THE MONTECH SEED GROUP DISTRIBUTOR NEAR YOU PEDIGREE AF28/Byrd//AF26/Byrd/AF28/ Fusarium, and Phytophthora. Byrd//AF10 Eastern Heath Snail Identification Bruce Seed Farm, Inc. First Creek Seeds, Inc. HodgskissM3/2*Byrd Seeds Townsend | 406-266-3103 Saco | 406-527-3334 Choteau | 406-466-5553 A white snail, typically with brown spiral bands Slightly smaller than a dime coin (16 to 19mm diameter) Big Sky Wholesale Seeds, Inc. Golden Harvest Seeds Treasure State Seeds Unauthorized Propagation Shelby | 406-434-5011 Big Sandy | 406-378-2112 Fairfield | 406-467-2557 During hot weather, they can be found in large groups Prohibited - to Be Sold climbing upright objects like vegetation and fence posts Cahill Seeds Golden Triangle Seed Westland Seeds by Variety name Only As a Class Scobey | 406-783-5510 Rudyard | 406-355-4333 Ronanof| 406-676-4100 (This is whatindistinguishes from similar looking native Released 2018, Battle AXthem is a new Certified Seed - U.S. Protected Variety snail species) HRW variety that offers the industry Circle S Seeds of Montana Heartland Wildhorse Seeds 1994 PVPA Seed leading 2-gene CoAXium Wheat Dry, grassy areas are a preferred habitat Three Forks | 406-285-3269 Moccasin | 406-423-5600 Havre | 406-265-5443 Production System technology within Prevent the Spread of Eastern Heath Snail an agronomic package that helps The snails not spread rapidly on their own but can improve yield potential, test weight, do protein, and milling characteristics that wheat need, andon end users including: spreadproducers to new locations objects want. Given its mediumFirewood early maturity, optimum planting Battle AX is a Certified Seed Only variety. dates in the northern and central high plains will consistently By purchasing seed, grower agrees to use Landscaping, gardening, and confall between mid-September through mid-October; consider seed of the variety only for the production struction equipment increased seeding rates as time progresses. Battle AX has a of a commercial grain or forage crop. Medium long Coleoptile to improve planting into moisture, and Vehicles and rail cars Using certified seed every season ensures to the wheat curl mite to help against the best stewardship, end use functionality, carries good resistanceShipping containers the Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus. Battle AX has demonstrated and opportunity to maximize yield Livestock good straw strength under drylandfeed conditions (11-20” of annual TITAN, EXISS, S&S, SOONER & SWIFT potential of the variety. 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Who said that the Bermuda Triangle only swallows up ships and planes? Who’s to say it can’t also make a man go mad? Perhaps that’s what happened on the Teignmouth Electron in 1969. The Sunday Times Golden Globe race of 1968 left England on October 31 and required each contestant to sail his ship solo. Donald Crowhurst was one of the entrants, but he never made it to the finish line. The Teignmouth Electron was found abandoned in the middle of the Bermuda Triangle in July 1969. Logbooks recovered from the ship reveal that Crowhurst was deceiving organizers about his position in the race and going a little bit nutty out there in the big blue ocean. The last entry of his log was dated June 29 – it is believed that Crowhurst jumped overboard and drowned himself in the Triangle.

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How the veterinary lab diagnoses Anthrax in a beef herd By Russ Daly, Professor and SDSU Extension Veterinarian. Written collaboratively by Russ Daly and Marlene Braun (Microbiologist, SD Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Lab) Anthrax is a serious disease of cattle that pops up somewhere almost every year in South Dakota. It’s caused by a bacteria that survives as a very tough spore form in the soil. Cattle encounter the bacteria (Bacillus anthracis) when they graze close to the ground or when spores have been washed up on grass from previous pasture flooding. Once the spores are eaten by the cow or bull, they activate into rapidly growing bacteria that have devastating effects on the animal’s whole system. The result is a rapid death, usually progressing so suddenly that no signs of illness are observed prior to death. Knowing whether a death on pasture has been caused by anthrax is important for several reasons. The animals grazing the same area are usually at risk of contracting the disease as well. Prompt treatment with antibiotics and vaccine can help prevent further losses. Animals that have died from anthrax need to be disposed of by burning and burial within 36 hours of death so they don’t become a source of spores for their herdmates. And, importantly, anthrax can affect people too – with the potential to cause serious skin infections. Detecting Bacillus anthracis in the dead animal is how diagnosticians at the South Dakota Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Lab (ADRDL) confirm anthrax as the cause of death. Lab experts will initially make a smear of fluid from the sample onto a microscope slide, then stain it with a special Giemsa stain. The anthrax bacteria readily take up this stain, and the microbiologist can then view their very characteristic shape under the microscope (they look like a line of boxcars in a train). The Giemsa stain is considered a screening test – to get a quick idea of whether anthrax is present. The ADRDL’s confirmatory test is a culture – growing the bacteria on a petri dish and identifying the growth as Bacillus anthracis via MALDI-TOF technology or other means. This usually takes overnight. And of course, all of this is done by the microbiologist under strict lab safety considerations. Other veterinary labs may use other methods but sample handling considerations are usually similar. Because Bacillus anthracis is plentiful throughout an animal that has died from anthrax, it can be detected from many different sample types. However, taking a sample from an anthrax suspect is more complicated than sampling for other diseases. For one thing, if a veterinarian cuts opens the carcass of an animal dead from anthrax, the bacteria become exposed to oxygen. This causes them to quickly revert to their resistant spore form, creating new opportunities for other cattle to encounter anthrax. Opening the carcass also increases the risk of anthrax infection for the veterinarian through a cut or abrasion on the skin. For those reasons, veterinarians have long been cautioned not to open the carcass of an anthrax suspect. How, then, is a veterinarian supposed to obtain a sample for the lab without opening the carcass? In most cases, the vet can obtain blood (or fluid containing blood) from the animal’s jugular or tail vein. That blood is then transferred to a red-top blood tube and sent to the ADRDL. This is the preferred sample. If this just isn’t possible, then a sample of organ or even an ear can be sent instead. Hot summer temperatures can quickly complicate sampling efforts due to their effect on the carcass; sometimes a proper sample just isn’t obtainable. Prompt detection of pasture deaths and sampling by a veterinarian becomes increasingly important as temperatures rise. Along with the sample, the vet sends the appropriate test form that lists the animal ID, and the type and number of samples sent. Doing this removes any source of confusion that could delay lab testing. In the past, ADRDL personnel have been sent syringes, needles, unnecessary blood tubes, and even soil samples to be tested for anthrax. None of these items are appropriate for testing and present unnecessary hazards to the people working in the lab. Anthrax testing is a critical part of dealing with this serious disease. Cattle producers should contact their veterinarian when anthrax is suspected, and veterinarians can always consult the ADRDL for sampling recommendations. Knowing what samples are best for your veterinarian to take for a proper diagnosis will help ensure timely and accurate answers that can mean the difference between life and death for your cattle.

Grazing for interseeding

By Ben Beckman, UNL Pastures and hay meadows provide higher quality feed, are more productive, and require fewer inputs when they have good forage legumes growing in them. Outside of moisture, nitrogen is often the limiting nutrient in pasture production. While commercial fertilizer may be a quick and easy option, it’s costly. Instead, let’s grow our own nitrogen using legumes. Do you have a pasture area or hay meadow that is relatively free of weeds and makes up no more than about 15 percent of your total pasture acres? If so, here is what I want you to do. From now until that grass will grow no more this year, graze that grass hard. Grub it down, then graze it some more. Now why would I recommend overgrazing? Surely it will hurt the grass. Well, that’s exactly what we want. Next spring, you will interseed legumes like red clover, white clover, and alfalfa into that grass to make it more nutritious and productive. We may even consider a winter frost seeding if conditions are right. The biggest challenge to establishing legumes into a grass sod is competition by that existing grass on new, slow growing legume seedlings. Anything you do to reduce competition and slow down grass growth will help. Overgrazing this fall prior to next spring’s seeding will weaken the grass and slow its spring growth, thus giving new legume seedlings a better chance to get started. Areas that experienced drought this summer may have seen unplanned overgrazing this summer, interseeding may be a way to make some lemonade out of that particular lemon. Of course, all this depends on moisture next spring to work. While you’re at it, also collect some soil samples. Then analyze them and apply any needed fertilizer. Legumes especially need good phosphorus and the proper soil pH. So, add some legumes to your pasture next spring. Graze your grass this fall until virtually nothing is left. Then, keep grazing a couple weeks more just to make sure. Legumes you add next spring will establish better because of it. ##### Why are ghost such bad liars? Because they are easy to see through.

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##### What’s the difference in an alligator and a crocodile? You’ll see one later and one in a while.

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Leveraging nature’s secret weapon against ticks From USDA ARS pesticidal properties, making them effective against certain soil insects, nematodes, and disease-causing fungi.” The study, published in Experimental and Applied Acarology, measured the bio-fumigation effect of three defatted seed meals from the mustard family and its effectiveness in killing three different tick species. They tested the defatted seed meals of brown mustard(Brassica juncea), garden cress (Lepidium sativum), and pennycress (Thlaspi arvense) against the Lone Star tick, the American dog tick, and the blacklegged Scanning electron micrograph image of an American dog tick nymph (Dermacentor variabilis). This is tick. one of the tick species tested with the defatted seed Defatted seed meals from all three plants meals mustard plants through fumigation bioassays. killed the ticks under laboratory conditions, (Photo by Nathan Kemp) though their effectiveness varied by tick species. Since the three mustard species differed in the type and amount of gaseous Tick populations are increasing, especompounds they produced, the amount of cially in warm, humid areas of the United seed meal needed to kill ticks also varies States. This puts both livestock and people among the species. This suggests that certain at greater risk for serious tick-borne displants may be more effective against certain eases. Traditional tick control methods are tick species than others. often costly and rely heavily on chemical “Ticks spend most of their lives on the treatments, which are facing growing resisground or in vegetation, which are ideal tance in different tick species. Scientists at conditions for this plant-based method,” the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service said Flor‑Weiler. “Understanding the levels (ARS) are developing new, safer, and practiof effectiveness of each defatted seed meals, cal solutions for controlling tick populations along with understanding the tick life cycles, and protecting humans and animals from will help us determine the best application tick bites. strategies useful in real-world conditions.” At the ARS’s National Center for Agri“For example, this method can serve as cultural Utilization Research (NCAUR) in an effective pest control strategy in areas Peoria, IL, Entomologist Lina Flor-Weiler, known to be favorable tick habitats such Plant Physiologist Will Hay, and their colas around structures, edge habitats, and leagues are testing the acaricidal effects— livestock areas. If successful, this approach substances that are effective at killing ticks could offer a practical, eco-friendly alternaand mites—of different defatted seed meals tive to reduce tick populations and protect from the mustard plant family against difpublic health,” added Flor-Weiler. ferent tick species. This is particularly significant in the MidAfter mustard seed crops are pressed to west and Northeast regions of the United extract oils for food and biofuel applications, States, where ticks transmit a wide array of the remaining seed material is often considpathogens that cause serious diseases such as ered a byproduct of little value. Yet, recent Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain research shows this byproduct can be highly spotted fever, babesiosis (affecting both hueffective against dangerous pests. mans and animals), and the Powassan virus.

Fumigation bioassay setup using defatted seed meals. Tick nymphs were placed inside the well and each well covered with a fine mesh cloth secured with a rubber band and placed inside the 60 mm × 15 mm water agar plate positioned opposite to defatted seed meal treatment at different doses. (Photo by Lina Weiler)

I. scapularis (Photo by Lina Weiler)

“The defatted seed meal retains a diverse array of compounds —one of which is glucosinolates,” said Flor-Weiler. “When defatted seed meals are hydrated, an enzyme is activated that converts glucosinolates into isothiocyanates, a gaseous compound we know to be responsible for the pungent taste of mustard and horseradish. Research has shown that these isothiocyanates have potent

The researchers are eager to expand their studies to include cattle ticks through new collaborative efforts. By targeting cattle ticks in these high-risk areas, the team hopes to further demonstrate the effectiveness of mustard seed meals as a natural tool for controlling tick populations and reducing the spread of tick-borne illnesses. In addition to helping control ticks, this research also benefits mustard seed producers in the United States by creating new market opportunities for defatted seed meals, which can be used as a natural tick biofumigant.

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Montana State supports wildlife conservation through multi-year partnership with ZooMontana By Isabel Hicks, MSU News Service One year ago, when rescued bobcats Sonny and Goldie first arrived at their new home at ZooMontana in Billings, even a human in their sight line made them nervous. Per zoo professionals, both kittens were exposed to forms of human-wildlife conflict that left them unable to survive in the wild by themselves. The new environment at the zoo was unfamiliar to the anxious cats. But the animal care team at ZooMontana started small. They slowly exposed the bobcats to seeing humans around their habitat and then introduced staffled training activities. In time, Sonny and Goldie gained confiBobcats in general are striking animals dence — and curiosity — in their habitat. to appreciate. They have soft, thick fur with They learned, for example, how to enter a unique spotted patterns and range from 28 to crate on command, or chase a toy on a string 47 inches in length and 15 to 35 pounds in in exchange for a portion of their zoo-curated weight. In the wild, bobcats are nocturnal, and diet, which sometimes includes raw steak their diet mainly consists of cottontail rabbits donated by Billings grocery stores. and other small mammals. Bobcats generally Rescuing animals is a long-time strength live 10 to 12 years but can live closer to 20 of ZooMontana, according to the Association years in expert care. of Zoos and Aquariums. The nonprofit zoo is The bobcat has been MSU’s official mascot accredited by the AZA for its excellence in since 1916, replacing older iterations once animal welfare, veterinary care and conserused for school athletes, including “farmers” vation practices. The 70-acre ZooMontana and “aggies.” The new mascot was suggested opened in 1995 and is home to more than 80 by the then-editor-in-chief of MSU’s student animals across 50 species whose native habitat newspaper, who argued for an alternative that is north of the 45th parallel. Many of the zoo’s felt western, wild and mountainous. Bobcats, regionally native animals were rescued, inhe said, fit the bill. cluding grizzly bears, American bison, North “He does not depend on brute strength alone American river otters and eagles. but upon headwork and cunning,” said an Montana State University is playing a key editorial at the time. “Just try to softly warble role in Sonny and Goldie’s conservation story. that name, Bobcats. It can’t be done. You have MSU – whose mascot is, famously, a bobcat to spit it out.” – has partnered with ZooMontana to provide Unlike other cats with desirable fur, wild funding for the cats’ long-term habitat while bobcat numbers are increasing, and the species inspiring and educating the next generation of is not considered protected or endangered. But conservationists. Sonny and Goldie’s story illustrates what can The bobcats’ story started in fall 2025, happen when human development encroaches when Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks reinto wild spaces. ceived reports about two orphaned bobcats “Sonny and Goldie are a cautionary tale in different parts of the state, explained Zoofor many threats to conservation. Between Montana President Jessica Hart. habitat fragmentation due to urbanization and Sonny was being kept in someone’s rabbit human conflict, these two cats represent the hutch in northwest Montana when a neighbor challenges that wild animals face every day,” alerted FWP. Goldie was found presumably Randak said. “With our staff, we are able to orphaned in a roadside ditch in southwest share their stories and hopefully inspire people Montana. to consider wildlife and natural spaces in their The two cats were first transported to the daily lives.” state-operated Montana WILD facility in HelThe zoo has rescued other animals, includena. Being a rehabilitation-focused facility, ing food-conditioned grizzly bears otherwise Montana WILD could not act as a permanent facing euthanasia and a bald eagle who fell home for the two cats. When ZooMontana victim to an unsuccessful poaching attempt, learned the bobcats needed a permanent home, found with more than a dozen gunshot they stepped in and asked MSU to help. wounds. “These partnerships allow us at ZooMonIt also currently houses several ambassador tana to continue to provide quality care for animals, including turtles, a barn owl and a the animals living here with us,” said Brooke ball python, among others. Randak, formerly the education and conserChristopher Guy, head of the Department of vation director for ZooMontana. “For the Ecology at MSU, said that the experience of education department, this type of partnership viewing wildlife in person positively impacts allows us to expand our everyday reach and conservation efforts because it inspires a deepintroduce people to the world of conservation er connection between humans and animals. and ecological sciences.” “That experience makes a lasting connecZooMontana hopes that beyond giving tion that can translate into someone going into these animals another chance at life, the cats’ the wildlife profession or making monetary or story will inspire support for conservation in-kind contributions to conservation organiefforts and help people be more aware of zations,” Guy said. wildlife. The bobcats are still in training and Places like ZooMontana increase opportubeing kept out of public view, but the zoo’s nities to view wildlife, he said. animal care team hopes to move them to a “Not everyone has the means to travel to public exhibit within the next few years. places such as Yellowstone National Park. Randak and Allyson Welborn, the assistant Thus, places like ZooMontana play an importcurator for ZooMontana, are training Sonny ant role in allowing people to see wildlife and and Goldie to be wildlife ambassadors for their make a similar connection,” Guy said. “Anspecies. That means if comfortable, they will other positive aspect of zoos is the ability travel with zoo staff to educational events and to provide more educational opportunities inspire people who may have never before for learning about the wildlife while you are seen wild animals up close. CONTINUED ON PAGE A27

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experiencing the interaction.” The Department of Ecology at MSU helps train the next generation of scientists to tackle complex conservation issues, he added, and academic engagement is another great way to aid wildlife conservation. Students interested in a conservation career can pursue undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees in ecology, earth sciences and environmental studies at MSU. MSU President Brock Tessman said the university was thrilled when ZooMontana raised the idea of supporting the bobcats. The connection to MSU, the symbolism of the cats being rescued in the same year MSU’s football team won the FCS national championship and the chance to help teach Montanans about wildlife was an opportunity that fit very well with MSU’s tra-

ditions, history and land-grant mission. “Sonny and Goldie’s story is really a story about the things we care about in our land-grant mission — giving something a second chance and the opportunity to thrive,” Tessman said. “That connects to the work we do every day training the next generation of Montana’s leaders, and it’s a good reminder that this university shows up every day for the state in a lot of different ways. We’re proud to help ZooMontana give people a chance to make the connection with wildlife firsthand, and getting the chance to do it in our championship year makes it all the more fitting.” For more information about the bobcats and the partnership, visit https://www.montana.edu/ about/sonnyandgoldie/.

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By John O’Connell, Photos by Hannah Ruth Pettyjohn and Salmeri family Brian Salmeri is often asked to divulge the secret behind his family’s labneh cheese, which won a national blue ribbon at the recent Good Food Awards. Salmeri, with Dearybased Brush Creek Creamery, simply credits their access to outstanding milk, as well as a strong partnership with the milk supplier — the University of Idaho Dairy Center located at the main campus in Moscow. “You have to start out with a good base, and a good base is good milk,” Salmeri said. Labneh is a tangy, creamy cheese made by straining the whey from yogurt; the cheese is ideal for spreading and is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. Brush Creak’s labneh emerged victorious from a field of 1,200 cheeses to receive a top prize on June 28 in New York at the Good Food Awards, which are often described as the Oscars of the food and beverage industry. Brush Creek Creamery in Deary is located in a cen- They’re now tury-old, 8,200-square-foot brick building renovated allowed to disfor cheese production. play the coveted Good Food Awards winner seal on product packaging. Throughout the years, Brush Creek’s labneh has also won 12 American Cheese Society gold medals, including two that were awarded on July 8, and 15 Intermountain Milk Producers Association awards, including grand champion. “The taste just explodes in your mouth, hitting all of your taste buds simultaneously,” Salmeri said. Brush Creek buys about 357,000 pounds of milk per year from the U of I dairy, producing 40,000 pounds of a variety of cheeses including types of blue cheese, brie, feta, cheddar, smoked gouda, Labneh and Havarti. Many cheesemakers around the world add component parts, such as supplemental fat or protein, to their milk supply to achieve their desired specifications. Salmeri, however, believes Brush Creek gets the best results from an unadulterated milk supply, and U of I has gone to great lengths to accommodate the business. For example, when the creamery needed to boost its butterfat levels, U of I added Jersey cows, known for producing milk with high fat content, to the herd. “They’re providing exactly what I need,” Salmeri said. “I’ve been working with U of I for eight years now, and it’s an amazing partnership. I would not exist without them.” The U of I dairy operated by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences has 86 milking cows, 74 heifers and 20 calves — including Holsteins, Jerseys and crosses of both breeds. The dairy is primarily a research and teaching center but also sells about 164,000 pounds of milk per month to Brush Creek, Ferdinand’s Ice Cream Shoppe at Washington State University and Darigold. “We’ve been getting quite a few calls from a lot of different people about the Good Food Award, congratulating the dairy and the hard work all of our students have been doing,” Dairy Manager Alyssa Murillo said. The dairy employs a staff of seven students and a fulltime milker and parlor manager, who emphasize maintaining fresh bedding, clean facilities and optimal animal nutrition. The dairy is known for producing milk with exceedingly low somatic cell count — a measurement of white blood cells in milk that tends to elevate as animal health declines. “We just love these animals,” Murillo said. “They all have names, we treat them like our own, and we know that happy cows make great milk.” Salmeri’s wife, Rebeccah, began making cheese 25 years ago in her kitchen to use excess milk from her family’s dairy farm. Her father, Kevin Durkin, hired a French cheese consultant to teach her the craft. In 2012, she expanded into a century-old, 8,200-square-foot brick building she renovated CONTINUED ON PAGE A32

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3 to 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (from 1 rotisserie chicken or leftovers) 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans (such as Great Northern), rinsed and drained 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained, or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, cubed 1 yellow onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chicken stock 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa verde 1/3 cup sour cream, plus more for serving Optional toppings, for serving: sliced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, and/or chopped fresh cilantro Combine the ingredients in the slow cooker: Place the shredded chicken, white beans, corn, cream cheese, onion, and garlic into the slow cooker. Top with the chicken stock and salsa verde. Place the lid onto the slow cooker and cook, stirring well a couple of times during cooking to ensure the cream cheese melts evenly, until the soup base is well combined and creamy, about 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low. When the soup is finished cooking, add the sour cream and stir well to combine. If desired, remove about 1 cup of the broth and beans, being careful not to include the chicken or corn, and blend it until creamy. Return the blended bean mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine. Serve the soup hot, topped with avocado slices, shredded cheese, tortilla chips, chopped cilantro, and more sour cream, if desired. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Slow Cooker Chicken with Moroccan Spices

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1 red onion, roughly chopped, about 2 cups 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon) 1 cup pitted green olives 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 fresh lemon, thinly sliced Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt over the chicken thighs. Let sit while you prep the other ingredients. Whisk together the spices in a small bowl—the paprika, ground ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, allspice, crushed fennel seeds, and nutmeg. Layer the onions, chicken, spices, garlic, olives, raisins, lemon slices in slow cooker: Place chopped onions at the bottom of a slow cooker bowl. Layer the chicken thighs on top of the onions. As you layer the chicken thighs, sprinkle them all over with the spice mix. (Use all of the spice mix.) Add the garlic, green olives, raisins, and lemon slices. SIMPLE TIP! There’s a lot of lemon here, but in the end, the lemon should add a subtle flavor, standing in for preserved lemon. Cook on the high setting of the slow cooker for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or 4 to 5 hours on the low setting (depending on your slow cooker brand). Towards the end of cooking, stir so that the lemons olives and raisins get mixed into the liquid. The chicken is done when it is fall apart tender. Serve with couscous or rice (use rice if cooking gluten-free). Garnish with fresh cilantro and/or parsley. We are using boneless (and skinless) chicken thighs for this recipe only because they’re easier to deal with. Feel free to use bone-in thighs (you’ll need 2 1/2 pounds) if you prefer. You can substitute dates or prunes for the raisins.

Wild Foods Day Date Celebrated: Every October 28th From wildflowers and berries to mushrooms and fruits, or even seaweed and kelp, Wild Foods Day is here to show appreciation for and celebrate the amazing opportunities for eating and enjoying foods that grow in the wild! History of Wild Foods Day For thousands of years, humans have been consuming plants and vegetation that grows in the wild. Many generations of hunters and gatherers spent their lives living off of the wild things that grew on the land, far before farmers grew cultivated crops. While the idea of eating wild foods might feel strange, for those who have access to wooded areas and land, it’s a great way to consume clean food that has been grown without pesticides or kept with preservatives. Plus, it’s such a healthy and satisfying feeling to be able to eat “found food” that is essentially free and completely fresh. It is important, when gathering wild foods, to be sure that the land where the foraging is taking place doesn’t have any rules against it where the plants are protected. Or if it is private property, it’s a good idea to get permission. In addition, try not to be greedy because some other animals are likely depending on these wild foods for their dinner. So be sure to leave enough to share with those others in the ecosystem, like birds, bears and more. Wild Foods Day seems to have been started in the mid1970s by concerned citizens who wanted to promote the idea of eating food that grows in the wild. It is likely that the inspiration behind this day came from then mini-celebrity Euell Gibbons, who was a wild food enthusiast at the time. Today, several decades later, Wild Foods Day continues to be a popular celebration, particularly among those who are interested in getting back to a more natural style of living. So whether it’s for earth-friendly lifestyle reasons, for a scouting project with one of the kids, to supplement the grocery shop with free food, or just to know what to do when camping or hiking, learning how to live off of the land is a great idea on Wild Foods Day or any day of the year!

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By Matthew Diersen, Griffith Endowed Professor and SDSU Extension Risk and Business Management Specialist Cattle remain valuable. The national price received for steers and heifers from NASS was $245 per cwt in April 2026, which was $34 per cwt higher than a year earlier. Calves are even more valuable. The national price paid for feeder cattle and calves from NASS was $418 per cwt in April 2026, $97 per cwt higher than a year earlier. Those values indicate another Credit: SDSU College of Agriculture, increase in the value of Food and Environmental Sciences cattle production at the state level for the year. The high price levels are also strong incentives to deliver pounds and calves to the market. The pounds are coming from the continued higher slaughter weights. The average live weight of cattle slaughtered in Nebraska in April 2026 was 1,535 pounds, up from 1,494 a year earlier. Nationally, the dressed weight for cattle in 2026 has been steady and higher than last year and the longer-run average (see Figure 1). The average steer dressed weight is about 980 pounds and the heifer dressed weight is about 80 pounds lighter. Cow weights are the exception, about even with a year earlier. Despite mostly higher weights, beef production is down in 2026, as the number of head slaughtered remains below 2025 levels. At a recent sale, steers weighing 1,372 pounds were sold to return to feed. There were also several instances of feeder cattle described as fleshy, or just another way to describe more pounds.

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Some of the added weight is also because of lower feed costs. Some feed is less available than in recent years. The precipitation in early 2026 seemed more variable than normal. The pasture conditions in early June reveal what that means for forage supplies. The shares in South Dakota in the very poor, poor, fair, and good categories are all split equally. There is almost nothing in the excellent category. Pasture and feed are being utilized to ensure this year’s calf crop will get to market. There were anecdotes about calves already being marketed. However, the totals for calves weighing 200-399 pounds show no difference from recent years. In addition, cow slaughter remains below last year’s low levels. If the volume at lighter weights starts to increase more dramatically, that would be a sign of early weaning and marketing. Summer months are often slow times for much feeder cattle movement across South Dakota. Nationally, if video sales and/ or direct sales have more cattle at lighter weights and with earlier delivery times than normal, that too would indicate earlier weaning and movement of calves. Forage supplies are also constrained by a slight reduction in ending hay stocks and fewer expected hay acres in South Dakota. May 1, 2026, hay stocks from NASS totaled 1.95 million tons, which was down from 2.24 million tons a year earlier. Thus, the residual stocks available to delay grazing or to supplement feeding programs until the new crop is harvested were lower, but not unusually so. Stocks on May 1, 2013, following the 2012 drought, were only 0.85 million tons. Hay production will likely be limited because, in the NASS Prospective Plantings report, producers only intended to harvest 2.55 million acres of hay in South Dakota, down from 2.64 million acres in 2025. The average hay yield in South Dakota over the past five years was 1.82 tons per acre. Using that yield as a forecast suggests hay production in 2026 of 4.64 million tons, which would be sharply lower than the 5.70 million tons in 2025 when acres were high, and yields were above average. The result would be a supply of only 6.59 million tons, the lowest since 2022. Tighter supplies and steady demand will put upward pressure on hay prices this year. In June, the Acreage report may show changes in acres. No yield estimates for hay are released until August. Hay prices at the end of the 2025 marketing year reflect moisture problems across the western U.S. and sharply higher fuel or trucking costs. Hay prices are up sharply from a year ago in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, and Idaho, all states with shortages of winter precipitation, and what had been a slight rebound in cattle inventory levels. Hay prices are lower in Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. High fuel prices are widening out hay price differences and driving up costs where feed supplies are tight. ##### More than two-thirds of millennials sleep nude.

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University of Idaho Extension is launching a new incarnation of its Harvest Heroes program in collaboration with the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Idaho and the city of Boise to prepare military veterans for careers in small-scale agriculture. Extension is establishing a farm incubator for military veterans at Spaulding Ranch Park — a 20-acre, historic homestead owned and maintained by Boise Parks and Recreation. Participating veterans will work alongside Extension to grow a market garden, receiving regular hands-on instruction from Extension experts, guest presenters and veteran farmer mentors. The program will also offer flexible online training and monthly intensive workshops. Enrollment is free for participating veterans and their families, who will have season-long access to an orchard, a beekeeping apiary, a weekly onsite farmers market and accessible gardens featuring adaptive gardening technology for those with disabilities. Enrollment for the program is continuous. Following a season of working together on the community plot, graduates will manage their own incubator plots to advance their farm business ideas with support and minimal risk. UI Extension reached a memorandum of understanding with Boise in 2020 to assist with education and food production at the park, homesteaded in 1896 by the family of Boise’s first woman surgeon, Dr. Mary Spaulding. The teaching and incubator farm is a key component of a project funded by a three-year, $744,000 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant that Extension received in March. The grant will also fund hands-on training activities in northern Idaho and regional workshops connecting veteran farmers with each other and with USDA resources and programs. Furthermore, the funds will help Extension and partners establish military-friendly online resources and decision tools. “Idaho ranks seventh in the nation in veteran population, and for some, agriculture is a good fit for their considerable skills and desire to continue serving their country,” said UI Extension area educator Ariel Agenbroad, Ada County, who is the grant’s principal investigator. “We know that they encounter significant barriers to entry like access to land, education and training, peer mentorship and sometimes service-connected disabilities. We hope to reach folks who are interested in learning to farm and provide them with a place and the resources to explore the possibilities, as well as veterans who are already farming so that we can support their success.” Agenbroad is collaborating on the program with Connie May, an Extension colleague who dually represents the Farmer Veteran Coalition’s Idaho Chapter and is a retired U.S. Air Force member. Other major partners in the program include Extension educator Iris Mayes, Latah County; Jeffrey Mason, assistive technology consultant with U of I’s Center on Disabilities and Human Development; the city of Boise; the Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce; and the Idaho CONTINUED ON PAGE A39

Fall grazing balance By Ben Beckman, UNL After several dry falls in a row, this year may be shaping up a little differently. With recent rains and cooler weather, cool-season pastures like brome, bluegrass, and fescue could put on some extra growth. That’s good news — but it also raises the question: do we graze it now or save it for later? Grazing now can ease feed pressure and provide high-quality forage before crop residues open up. Stockpiling, on the other hand, sets up feed for late fall or winter and cuts down on hay use. But remember — fall is when grasses rebuild root reserves and set buds for next spring. After repeated drought stress, some pastures could use extra rest. If you’ve been battling weeds, that’s a red flag that recovery time is needed. If you do graze, rotate quickly and leave at least four inches of stubble on cool-season grasses. Overgrazing now can slow green-up next spring, while stockpiling uses forage later when plants are already dormant. Fertility also plays a role. While the window for nitrogen is nearly closed, a small application with moisture can still boost growth. Phosphorus and potassium don’t add fall yield, but they support root health, persistence, and winter survival. This fall may offer a rare opportunity for extra grazing. Managing it wisely can fill feed gaps today without sacrificing productivity next year.

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2 W Spreading, Choteau MT .......................................A40 3V Distributing, Conrad MT .........................................A18 7 W Enterprises, Inverness MT ...................................A38 A-Plus Auto, Great Falls MT ........................................A30 Abilene Machine Inc, Abilene KS.................................A17 Accelerated Metal Solutions, Glendive MT..................A34 Acciacca Agriculture Repair, Fairfield MT ........... A16, B16 Acciacca Sales and Service, Fairfield MT ...................C34 Action Toys, Billings MT...............................................B17 Affordable Construction Equipment, Billings & Bozeman MT ................................................................... B12, B13 Ag Trucks & Equipment, Great Falls MT ..................... B11 Ag Wise, Kremlin MT ...................................................B18 Aldrich Lumber Co., Billings MT ..................................C40 ASH Supply, St. Ignatius, MT ........................................B 5 Badland Truck Sales, Glendive MT .............................B21 Ben Taylor, Valier & Shelby MT ...................................C39 Big Equipment Co., Havre MT .......................................C 9 Big Sky Equipment, Conrad MT ..................................A31 Big Sky Harley-Davidson/Great Falls Powersports/Big Sky Trailer Sales, Great Falls MT....................................C26 Big Sky Mahindra, Great Falls MT...............................A10 Big Sky Pipe, Great Falls MT ......................................A33 Big Sky Sawmill & Wood Products, Vaughn MT ..........A33 Billings Farm & Ranch Supply, Billings MT..................A17 BTI Feeds, Cut Bank MT .............................................C39 Cascade Machine & Supply, Great Falls MT ...............A38 CFMoto, Big Sky Harley, Great Falls MT.....................C26 Central Heating & Air Conditioning, Billings, MT .........B20 Centrol Crop Consulting LLC, Brady & Conrad MT .....C24 CHS Big Sky, MT .........................................................C23 Churchill Equipment Co., Manhattan MT.....................B24 Churchill Trailer Co., Belgrade MT ..............................C27 Cobett, Josh Wenger, Loma MT ..................................C30 Crown Agro, Dust Helmet, Center ND .........................C40 Cut Bank Tire, Cut Bank MT ........................................A37 D & S Auto & Trailer Sales, Mandan ND .....................A28 Dakota Truck & Farm, Minot ND....................................B 9 DBL Sales & Service, Coffee Creek MT ......................A35 Dickinson Truck Equipment, Dickinson ND .................C16 Doane Western of Montana, Bozeman MT .................A14 Double Diamond Truck & Equipment Sales, Missoula MT ..............................................................................C 2 Equipment Share, Billings, MT ......................................C 4 Fisher Metal Products, Fort Benton, MT......................C31 Flaman Rentals, Power MT ................................ A24, C20 Forefront Equipment, LLC, Great Falls MT ...................A 3 Fort Benton Realty, Fort Benton MT ............................A34 Fox Ford, Wolf Point MT..............................................C10 Fraser’s Oil Inc., Inverness MT....................................A22 Frieling’s Agricultural Equipment, Great Falls MT ............. ................................................................A15, A40, C17 Frontline Ag Solutions Dillon, Dillon MT ......................C13 Frontline Ag Solutions, Multiple locations MT ......... C4, C5 Genesis BioChar, Somers MT .....................................C24 Glass Trucking, Denton MT .........................................C22 Golden Harvest Seeds, Big Sandy MT ........................A28

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The annual National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) wheat and barley variety survey for Montana is completed. The annual questionnaire is important to Montana State University (MSU) plant breeders as well as buyers of Montana grain. “In a tough economic environment for farmers, it is encouraging to see Montana State University varieties leading Montana’s wheat acreage, with Dagmar and Vida ranking first and second in spring wheat and Bobcat leading winter wheat,” said Dr. Mike Giroux, MSU’s durum breeder. Dagmar’s combination of high yield and solid stems has helped farmers meet production challenges, and Bobcat’s solid stem offers another important tool for growers.” MSU has high expectations for a recent durum release, including a solid stem variety. “We look forward to MSU varieties making an impact in durum also,” Giroux said. “We have two new releases in 2026: MTD19011 and MT Sheridan Gold. MT Sheridan Gold is our first solid stem durum.” Wheat Notables: Dagmar remains the #1 planted hard red spring wheat, growing another 6% in preference. Through a challenging weather year, this solid stem variety was particularly hardy. MSU released Dagmar in 2019. MSU’s solid stem hard red winter wheat, Bobcat, stayed at the top of the winter wheat pile, accounting for 25.7% of all seeded acres, up about 3% over 2025. MSU’s Warhorse dropped from its second position to fourth, while Keldin (developed by WestBred) moved to #3. Fortress has made it into the top five, a winter wheat developed by Colorado State University in 2024.

Like a bit of a broken record, durum is largely unchanged with Alzada planted more than any other variety in Montana at 14.4%. ND Riveland from North Dakota State University (NDSU) ranks second at 10.7%, followed by AC Strongfield from SeCan, at 10.2%. Even though wheat stem sawfly was more quiet in 2026, durum growers affected by the pest can look forward to the new solid stem durum release. Barley Notables: Barley growers seeded an additional 100,000 acres of barley over 2025, largely due to a dry fall reducing the total number of winter wheat acres. Malting varieties were overwhelmingly favored for planting, tallying 45.7% of all barley acres planted. It is important to note that malt varieties are planted on irrigated and dryland acres across Montana. Similar to durum’s rather stationary stats, the top planted barley remains the same as previous years with AC Metcalfe at #1, an MSU variety released in 1997. Bill Coors 100 ranks second and Conlon (NDSU) comes in third. Barley forage varieties are far less concentrated than their malt barley cousins. The larger story here is that the previously popular Haybet (released in 1989) dropped to third. Lavina moved to the top variety slot at 5.5%, and Haymaker ranked second at 4.2%. All three were developed by MSU. More growers responded to the survey this year, with a total 13% larger response rate over 2025. The Montana Wheat & Barley Committee (MWBC) funds both surveys which are located at montanawbc. com/research. For more information, email wbc@mt.gov or call 406-761-7732.

MONTANA 2026 WHEAT VARIETIES HIGHLIGHTS This report provides the results of the wheat portion of the 2026 Wheat and Barley Variety Survey, conducted by the National Agricultural Statistics Service, Mountain Regional Office, USDA. The survey was funded by the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee. Access to this report is available for free or online at www.nass.usda.gov/mt. Thank you to each person who supplied data and made this report possible. All variety acreage numbers in this publication are based on survey averages. Survey respondents totaled 2,299, of which 1,826 were usable reports for both wheat and barley. Usable positive spring wheat reports totaled 693, usable positive reports for winter wheat totaled 554, and Durum wheat reports totaled 159. At the district level, the number of reports for minor varieties is generally limited. Yearly fluctuations in the district variety acreage may be the result of sample variation. Total acreage of all wheat seeded in Montana for 2026 is estimated at 5.13 million acres, down 3 percent from 5.29 million acres planted in 2025. Montana is ranked fourth in all wheat planted acreage in the United States, with 12.0 percent of the 42.65 million acres planted.

Dagmar is the leading spring wheat variety in Montana for 2026, accounting for 40.6 percent of the 2.55 million acres of spring wheat planted in 2026. Vida ranks second with 9.7 percent of the spring wheat acreage. SY Longmire represents 3.5 percent of the spring wheat planted and ranks third. Duclair ranked fourth, with 3.3 percent of spring wheat planted. WB Gunnison accounts for 3.1 percent of the spring wheat acres and ranks fifth. These top five varieties account for 60.2 percent of the spring wheat planted in 2026. Montana continues to rank second in spring wheat acreage in the United States, with 26.5 percent of the spring wheat planted in 2026. Bobcat is again the leading winter wheat variety planted in Montana for 2026, accounting for 25.7 percent of the 1.80 million winter wheat acres planted. Keldin ranks second with 8.5 percent of acres planted. Ramsay ranks third, with 7.0 percent of the acreage. Warhorse ranks fourth, holding 7.0 percent of winter wheat acres. Fortress ranks fifth with 6.1 percent of the acreage in Montana. These five varieties account for 54.3 percent of all winter wheat acres in Montana. The state ranks sixth in winter wheat planted acreage in the United States at 5.8 percent. CONTINUED ON PAGE B6

MFW Commission rejects petitions Two citizen petitions, one that would require 24-hour trap checks on public land and another that would require hunters, trappers and guides to carry bear spray in grizzly habitat, failed unanimously to advance in a process that could eventually have made them Montana law. Under the Montana Administrative Procedure Act (MAPA), an interested party may petition an agency to request the establishment, amendment or repeal of an administrative rule. The petitions were considered during Thursday’s special Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting, which was held virtually. “If the commission chooses not to advance a petition, there is no further process,” explained Jeff Hindoien, chief of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ legal unit, in addressing the 24-hour trap check petition. “But it’s an element that can be adopted during regulation setting.” A third agenda item that authorizes FWP staff to prepare a draft predator management policy for the commission’s consideration passed unanimously. That draft will be brought back to the commission for further review, comment and possible advancement

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Alzada is the leading Durum wheat variety in Montana during 2026, accounting for 14.4 percent of the 780,000 acres planted. ND Riveland ranks second with 10.7 percent of the Durum wheat acres planted. AC Strongfield ranks third with 10.2 percent of the Durum wheat acres planted. AC Transcend represents 7.3 percent of the Durum wheat and ranks fourth. Divide accounts for 6.6 percent of Durum wheat and ranks fifth. These top varieties account for 49.2 percent of the Durum wheat acreage in Montana for 2026. Montana continues to rank second in Durum wheat planted acreage in the United States with 43.8 percent of the 1.78 million acres planted in 2026.

SPRING WHEAT Dagmar is the leading spring wheat variety planted in 2026. Montana producers seeded 40.6 percent of the State’s acres to Dagmar this year. Released by Montana State University (MSU) in 2019, Dagmar is a solid stemmed hard red spring wheat and shows strong resistance to wheat stem sawfly. It has excellent dryland yields, as well as high gluten strength. Vida is the second most common spring wheat variety planted this year, representing 9.7 percent of the acreage seeded in Montana. Released in 2005, Vida was derived from a cross of Scholar and Reeder in 1998 by MSU. It is a high yielding hard red spring wheat, with moderate resistance to leaf and stripe rust. Vida is a semi-dwarf with white glumes and awns; kernels are red ovate with rounded cheeks. SY Longmire ranks as the third most common spring wheat variety planted for 2026, with 3.5 percent of planted acreage. SY Longmire is a hard red spring wheat with high yield and good protein potential. It is sawfly tolerant with a solid stem, medium maturity, and medium to short plant height. It also shows good resistance to stem and leaf rust. It is especially adapted to North Dakota, Montana, and northern Minnesota. Duclair is the fourth most common spring wheat variety planted this year, covering 3.3 percent of the seeded acreage. Released in 2011 by MSU, Duclair is a solid-stemmed, semi-dwarf hard red spring wheat selected for resistance to prevalent races of stem rust. It also offers good yield potential on dryland farms. WB Gunnison is the fifth most common spring wheat variety in 2026, accounting for 3.1 percent of Montana’s seeded spring wheat. WB Gunnison medium maturity hard red spring wheat. It has relative non-preference to sawfly, very good standability and excellent yield potential.

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WINTER WHEAT Bobcat is the most common winter wheat variety for 2026, accounting 25.7 percent of the state’s planted winter wheat acreage. Bobcat was developed by MSU and released in 2019. Bobcat is a hard red winter wheat with a solid stem and improved yield potential. Bobcat is marked by medium to late maturity, and is an awned, white-glumed,

and semi-dwarf variety. Bobcat was the top performing line where sawfly cutting has occurred. It has above average test weight and average protein. It is resistant to prevalent races of stripe and stem rust, but susceptible to leaf rust. It is also winter hardy and has acceptable milling and baking characteristics. Keldin ranked as the second most popular winter wheat variety, planted on 8.5 percent of Montana’s 2026 total winter wheat acres. Keldin is a medium late, semi-dwarf hard red winter wheat. It has excellent yield and a strong stem. It also has good resistance to disease. It was developed by Pflanzenzucht Oberlimpurg of Germany and licensed to WestBred, LLC. Ramsay ranks third in winter wheat acres for 2026 and accounts for 7.0 percent of planted acres. Ramsay offers great standability, very good winter hardiness, and high yields. Its hollow stem exhibits better sawfly tolerance than many traditional hollow-stem varieties. Warhorse is the fourth most common winter wheat variety, planted on 7.0 percent of Montana’s 2026 total winter wheat acres. Warhorse is a solid-stemmed hard red winter wheat released in 2013 by MSU. Warhorse has medium maturity and has medium short, semi-dwarf height. Warhorse yield is similar to Judee, while test weight and protein are above average. Warhorse is resistant to both stem and stripe rust. Warhorse has acceptable milling and baking qualities. Fortress ranks fifth in winter wheat acres, representing 6.1 percent of planted acres. Fortress was originally released by Colorado State University in 2021, now marketed through Montech. It is a semi-solid stem variety, resistant to sawfly and leaf rust, also very good dryland yield.

DURUM WHEAT Alzada is ranked as the most common Durum variety, representing 14.4 percent of Montana’s total Durum wheat acreage planted. Alzada was developed by WestBred, LLC in Bozeman, Montana, and was first released for commercial planting in 2004. The variety has competitive yields, along with excellent straw strength and good sawfly tolerance. Alzada has a hightest weight, protein content, and demonstrates good scores for semolina color and gluten strength. ND Riveland ranks as the second most popular variety for 2026, with 10.7 percent of the total Durum wheat planted acreage. Released in 2017 by NDSU, ND Riveland has medium height, good straw strength, medium maturity, and good overall quality. AC Strongfield is the third most common wheat variety in 2026, representing 10.2 percent of Durum wheat acreage planted. AC Strongfield is known for its high grain yield potential, strong straw strength, and good resistance to lodging and tan spot. AC Transcend is the fourth most popular Durum wheat variety for 2026 and represents 7.3 percent of the Durum wheat acreage planted. AC Transcend is characterized by high yield, protein concentration, strong straw strength, and improved Fusarium head blight resistance. Divide is the fifth most popular Durum wheat variety for 2026, representing 6.6 percent of the Durum wheat acreage. Released CONTINUED ON PAGE B8

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INTEREST IN CONTRACTING WITH MONTANA BRANDED PRODUCT AT HIGHER PRICE Growers of Montana wheat were asked their level of interest in contracting with an end-user producing a Montana-branded product using their grain for a slightly higher market price. The following shows the options respondents had to choose from: 1. Very interested 2. Somewhat interested 3. Not very interested 4. Not interested at all

Survey responses from producers are illustrated in the following chart.

SUPPORT OF STARTUP BUSINESS GRANT Growers were also asked their level of support for the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee (MWBC) awarding a grant(s) to a Montana startup business producing a product using Montana-grown wheat or barley. Producers had the following options to choose from: 1. Very supportive 2. Somewhat supportive 3. Very little support 4. Not supportive at all

Survey responses from producers are illustrated in the chart located below.

STARTING MONTANA GRAIN PRODUCTS FEELS OVERWHELMING Lastly, growers of both wheat and barley illustrated in the following chart were asked if they had ideas of producing a product using Montana grains and did not know how to get started, or felt overwhelmed. Survey respondents had the following options to choose from: 1. Yes 2. No Survey responses from producers are

HIGHLIGHTS This report provides the results of the barley portion of the 2026 Wheat and Barley Variety Survey, conducted by the National Agricultural Statistics Service, USDA. The survey was funded by the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee. Access to this report is available for free or online at www. nass.usda.gov/mt. Thank you to each person who supplied data and made this report possible. All variety acreage numbers in this publication are based on survey averages. Survey respondents totaled 2,299 with 1,826 usable reports for both wheat and barley. Usable, positive barley reports totaled 601. At the district level, the number of reports for minor varieties is generally limited. Thus, yearly fluctuations in the district variety acreage may be the result of sample variation. Total area seeded to barley in Montana for 2026 is estimated at 880,000 acres, up from 780,000 acres planted in 2025. Montana continues to rank first in barley planted acreage in the United States, with 38.3 percent of the 2.30 million acres planted. Malting varieties accounted for 45.7 percent of planted acres in Montana. Feed varieties totaled 14.9 percent. Forage varieties totaled 18.5 percent. Food varieties totaled 1.3 percent. Varieties reported in other and unknown categories totaled 19.6 percent of planted acres. AC Metcalfe remains the leading barley variety in Montana for 2026, accounting for 11.8 percent of the 880,000 acres planted in 2026. Bill Coors 100 ranks second with 9.3 percent of the barley acreage. Conlon represents 8.7 percent of the barley planted and ranks third. AAC Synergy ranks fourth with 7.1 percent of barley planted. Lavina accounts for 5.5 percent of the barley acres and ranks fifth. These top five varieties account for 42.4 percent of the barley planted in 2026. TOP MALTING VARIETIES AC Metcalfe is once again the leading malting barley variety in Montana for 2026, representing 11.8 percent of all acres seeded, as noted above. It is a two-row malting barley developed by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, located in Brandon, Manitoba. It is resistant to loose smut and is moderately resistant to the spot-form of net blotch, surface-borne smuts, and common root rot. It has plump kernels and high test weight, but it is susceptible to scald and Septoria. Bill Coors 100 ranked second among malting barley varieties seeded for 2026, planted on 9.3 percent of the total acres. Bill Coors 100 is well suited for irrigation. It has a short straw length, with high yield and early maturity. It is a two-row variety leaving minimal stubble and residue. Conlon is the third leading malting barley variety seeded for the 2026 crop year. An estimated 8.7 percent of all barley is planted to this variety. Conlon is a two rowed variety with large, plump kernels. It was developed at the North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station. It has high test weight, medium straw length, and mid-season maturity. It is resistant to net blotch, the MCC form of stem rust, and powdery mildew. AAC Synergy ranked fourth among malting barley varieties seeded for the 2026 crop year. An estimated 7.1 percent of all barley is planted to this variety. It is a two-row malting barley and is adapted to growing in regions of the northern plains. It has great yield potential, and a favorable quality profile for the malt market. Hockett is the fifth leading malting barley variety in 2026, planted on 5.4 percent of the total barley acres. Hockett is a two-rowed dry land variety that was developed by Montana State University in 2008. It has a relatively high yield potential with good malt quality although it is susceptible to lodging and stripe rust.

TOP FORAGE VARIETIES Lavina is the top forage variety planted in 2026 with 5.5 percent of the total barley acres planted. It is a two-rowed, hooded hay barley developed by MSU, and is a cross between Haybet and Baronesse varieties. Lavina was released as a replacement for Haybet with the attributes of slightly higher forage production potential, and much higher grain production potential. CONTINUED ON PAGE B14

October is Country Music Month Each October, we shine a spotlight on country music, its artists, and the rich history that has influenced many other music genres. Why celebrate country music? Well, it’s all about recognizing the unique blend of sounds that have shaped American music history. From the storytelling in classic tunes to the toe-tapping rhythms, country music offers something for everyone. It brings people together, creating a sense of community and shared experiences.. History of Country Music Month Country Music Month, has a rich history that dates back to its establishment in 1964. This special month became nationally recognized when President Richard Nixon officially declared it in 1970. This declaration was influenced by the genre’s increasing popularity and cultural significance in the United States. Country music’s roots are deeply intertwined with American history. Through soulful melodies and lyrical storytelling, it reflects the lives and stories of its people. Country music’s origins can be traced back to the early 1920s in the southern United States. It evolved from folk traditions, including the music of Appalachian settlers and the influences of blues and gospel music. These styles blended to create the unique sound of early country music, which is characterized by the use of string instruments like the banjo and fiddle. Pioneering artists of this era, like Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family, were instrumental in shaping the genre and bringing it to a broader audience. As the genre grew, it became more distinct and widespread, thanks in part to radio, which helped propel country music. By the mid-20th century, Nashville had become the heart of the country music industry. It cemented its status with institutions like the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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Montana Wheat & Barley accepting applications for 2027 grants

Investing in Montana’s future, the Montana Wheat & Barley Committee (MWBC) has opened its annual grant window for research, market development and education. Interested applicants have until September 30 to submit their applications. “The purpose of this committee is to invest in research opportunities while fostering new markets, for the benefit of producers,” said Lee Dahlman, MWBC vice chair. “We hope the very best will apply from our research community, along with groups sharing a compelling case for promoting Montana agriculture.” MWBC will award from two categories: a) research and b) market development/ education. In research, applicants must complete the MWBC application, submit a video presentation and provide a project budget. The market development/education applicants will submit the MWBC application and they must include a formal written proposal. “I think we can say with confidence that discoveries such as solid stem wheat are here today thanks to MWBC investing grower dollars toward that science,” said Lori Wickett, director of engagement for MWBC. “The top Montana winter and spring wheat varieties (Bobcat, Dagmar) are great testimony of MSU-developed lines that help fight sawfly damage while not entirely compromising yield.” Wickett said that the committee is increasing its attention to the research audit process for 2027. “Our research faculty have been asking us for years to develop

a cooperative engagement structure that includes regular reporting, grower feedback and limits to projects that do not fit squarely with Montana producer needs. We will deploy that audit program next year which is exciting for everyone.” Kent Kupfner, MWBC executive director, is watching investments related to developing and fostering markets. “We have had a system in place for a long time with many of our national and regional grain affiliates,” he said. “Over the past year, we have looked toward those programs which are delivering ROI. We have also found that too often this industry has had a tendency to duplicate services. We have been advocating consolidation whenever possible to reduce waste and encourage a cooperative approach, if realistic, for the future of wheat and barley.” MWBC has increased its interest in ag education initiatives, especially with the advent of the “Wheat Book,” an oversized story board that shares in pictures the life cycle of wheat from planting to consumer. More than 75 Montana teachers requested the Wheat Book last year. “We took that as a response from educators that there is a deeper need for this kind of education,” Dahlman said. “We hope more groups focused on ag education will submit a grant request.” Those interested in applying can log on to MontanaWBC.com and click on the research tab. The deadline is Wednesday, September 30 at 5 p.m. For more information, email lori.wickett@mt.gov or call 406-761-7732.

Fall alfalfa irrigation By Ben Beckman, UNL As temperatures cool this fall, don’t be too quick to shut irrigation off on alfalfa, especially if the soil profile is dry. Alfalfa water use drops considerably as temperatures cool. During peak summer growth, plants may use around a third of an inch of water per day, while fall demand may drop closer to a tenth of an inch. While that may seem like a reason to stop irrigating, it’s worth a closer look. Fall irrigation in alfalfa has two benefits, but both depend on having room in the soil profile for additional water. Because alfalfa is a perennial and can continue growing into the fall until a hard freeze, adequate soil moisture can help plants maintain healthy roots and prepare for winter. Fall irrigation can also rebuild soil moisture depleted during the growing season. Alfalfa has a deep root system, and water stored deeper in the profile can provide a valuable reserve when growth and water demand increase again next summer. Irrigate based on soil moisture, not the calendar. If the profile is already full, adding more water provides little benefit. If soils are dry, fall can be an efficient time to rebuild those reserves before freeze-up. Also keep soil texture in mind. Coarser soils may take water quickly but hold less, while finer-textured soils generally hold more water but may take it in more slowly. And don’t forget to keep local irrigation restrictions in mind. For more information, see Nebraska Extension NebGuide G1778, Irrigation Management and Crop Characteristics of Alfalfa.

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794 hours, chains, high flow, heat, AC, QA, extra tires, hydraulic back drag..............................................................$64,900

2017 Gehl RS10-55 Telehandler

Hours 3840, enclosed cab and chains.......................$62,000

2014 Gehl RS10-55 Telehandler

Hours 5910, enclosed cab..........................................$52,000

2014 John Deere 6140M Tractor

H380 loader, tires good, heat and A/C, bale spear.. $109,000

2024 Deere 333G Skidsteer

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Wheat and barley variety survey results

Haymaker is the second ranked forage barley variety planted by Montana farmers, accounting for 4.2 percent of the total barley acres seeded in 2026. Haymaker is a tworow forage barley exhibiting high yields with excellent feed quality. Because of its height, it is great for baling and silage. Haybet ranks third among all forage barley acres planted for 2026, with 3.2 percent of all barley planted to this variety. It was developed cooperatively by the Agricultural Research Service, USDA, and MSU in 1989. It is a two-rowed, hooded, white-kernel spring hay barley. Compared to Horsford hay barley, Haybet is 3 days later in heading and similar in plant height and percent lodging. Haybet is higher in hay yield than Horsford, but they are similar in grain yield. Stockford ranks fourth among forage varieties, at 0.9 percent of total planted acres in Montana for 2026. Stockford is a two-row hooded hay barley. It has medium height and matures mid-season. It was developed by WestBred and is adapted to the intermountain area of the Pacific Northwest and western areas of Canada. Redrock ranks fifth among forage barley acres planted, with 0.8 percent of all barley planted acres. Redrock is an excellent forage variety. It is a two-row hooded variety with high yield and has great standability when irrigated.

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TOP FEED VARIETIES Haxby is again the leading feed barley variety planted in 2026, representing 5.3 percent of all barley acreage. Haxby is a two-rowed barley developed by MSU with yields similar to Baronesse. It is medium in height and maturity and has superior performance in low moisture conditions. Haxby has high test weights in both dry land and irrigated areas. Champion is the second leading Montana feed barley variety in 2026 accounting for 2.9 percent of the planted barley acres. Champion was developed by WestBred LLC, Bozeman, Montana in 1997. It is a cross between Baronesse and Camas. It is a two-row spring barley that has a semi-erect to intermediate growth habit. Champion has fair to good resistance to lodging and shattering. It also shows strengths to neck breaking and drought. Altorado ranked third for feed varieties planted in 2026 with 2.5 percent of all barley acres seeded. Also developed by WestBred LLC, Bozeman, Montana, Altorado is a two-row variety with medium maturity, short height, and excellent yield potential on irrigated or dryland acres.

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Sorghum self defense mechanism may help other crops

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You may not be surprised to learn that Hollywood doesn’t always get history right. Today the place is a Motel 6 Interview with the Vampire (1994)–When Brad Pitt and Kirsten Dunst tour Bavaria in the 1790s, they visit the castle of King Ludwig, which wasn’t built until about 90 year later. And this is supposed to make the Bronx feel better? Operation Crossbow (1965)– The Nazi “New York rocket” that’s investigated by Allied agent George Perppard wasn’t an intercontinental ballistic missile, as shown in the film, but a two-stage rocket with a winged second stage. Leave it alone–it’s magic Houdini (1953)–Houdini performs a Halloween stunt from inside a locked trunk after it’s dumped into the frozen Detroit River. The problem? The river is never frozen in October. They said “Spaniel” Gladiator (2000)–Maximus’s nickname is “Spaniard.” Never mind that Spain did not yet exist. And leave the trail-driving to us The Comancheros (1966)–A Greyhound bus is briefly visible behind a hill in this Western set in the 19th century. Grisly executions are so-o boring Braveheart (1995)–As a crowd gathers to watch a disemboweling, a female extra loses mental focus and shoots glances at the camera. Those subscriber-only perks are amazing The Green Mile (1999)–Actor Michael Jeter relaxes with the November 1937 issue of Weird Tales in this story set in 1935.

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Idaho grain crops rebound better than expected following harsh winter

The 2026 growing season has brought devastating losses for many grain farmers across southern and eastern Idaho, but overall damage could have been much worse, according to a University of Idaho researcher. The combination of drought stress, frost damage and elevated pest and disease pressure following an unusually warm, dry winter forced many regional farmers to mow down large acreages of fall wheat and barley rather than continue raising them. Other cereal fields, however, have recovered surprisingly well. “In some cases, it’s been as bad as you can imagine, with farmers having to mow, while in other cases some of the worst outcomes have been avoided depending on when and where the crop was planted,” said U of I College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Professor Juliet Marshall, associate director of the Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station and an Extension cereals specialist. “Overall, the crops recovered quite a bit more than I ever expected.” Early-planted fall grains suffered the greatest damage. Winter temperatures never stayed cold long enough for crops to enter full dormancy, allowing plants to continue growing slowly and draw down soil moisture from November through April. The lack of moisture and snow cover stressed crops, stunting plant shoots, known as tillers, and causing seedheads to develop several weeks early. Stressed fields that matured too soon were especially vulnerable when freezing temperatures arrived in April, causing widespread frost damage. In southeast Idaho’s Rockland Valley, a dryland production area, frost damage stunted plant growth and triggered new tillers to emerge and produce secondary wheat heads. As of July 10, some primary heads were already overly dry, while grain in secondary heads still needed more time to mature, delaying harvest. Frozen tillers were also more likely to die, creating a layer of dead leaves and stems on the soil surface that could harbor disease. Losses have been especially acute in the Magic Valley, where much of the fall grain was planted early. Eastern Idaho’s short growing season likely helped many grain farmers avoid more serious losses. As a rule, east Idaho farmers must wait until late fall to harvest sugar beets or potatoes, allowing those crops more time to grow and forcing farmers to delay fall grain planting. Late-planted fall grain had less time to grow over the winter and was less susceptible to April frost damage because it hadn’t passed the boot growth stage — when the developing seedhead swells inside the sheath of the last leaf to emerge, called the flag leaf. Aside from frost damage, the warm and dry winter allowed disease-carrying pests such as aphids and mites to survive the winter in large numbers. Barley yellow dwarf virus, which aphids spread, and wheat streak mosaic virus, which mites transmit, have both been rampant throughout southern and eastern Idaho and have reduced yields. Pest populations were also high during the spring planting season, leading to unusually high rates of the two viruses in spring grains. Marshall remains optimistic about the spring grain outlook, however, compared with what she predicted in early spring. “The spring crop looks really good,” Marshall said. “There was some frost damage but not nearly enough to cause yield loss.”

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2014 Chevy K1500 4x4 short box pickup, 5.3-liter V8 gas, automatic, hard to find regular cab short box pickup................................... Call 2005 Cat IT38G II frontend wheel loader, Cat IT quick attach, factory auxiliary hydraulics, tool carrier series with extra reach, 32,000 lb. operating weight, 180 hp, all original, tight clean rust- free southern California rust free machine, 6,500 hours................................................. Call 1992 John Deere 544G frontend wheel loader, JRB 416 quick attach, factory auxiliary 3rd valve hydraulics, New Grab Tech grapple fork, one owner, ex-municipal loader, 6,000 hours............................................. Call 2014 Ford F550 crew cab dually 4x4 flatbed, 6.7 power stroke diesel, automatic, grill guard, new 6.7 diesel, motor, good, reliable affordable diesel truck............................ Call 2004 Cat 924G frontend loader, Cat IT quick attach, factory auxiliary 3rd valve hydraulics, mono arm, 2.8-yard general purpose bucket with new Grab Tech grapple fork, beautiful pre-emissions, original paint, tight clean southern California ex-municipal machine with only 5,000 hours.............................. Call

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New framework for migratory big game conservation The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a new framework for migratory big game conservation, bringing together federal, state and Tribal partners across 17 states to address threats to big game like elk, pronghorn and mule deer.   The Migratory Big Game: A Framework for Conservation Action is the most unified, landscape-scale approach undertaken by the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to support big game conservation while putting farmers and ranchers first by keeping working lands working.    USDA made the announcement at the summer meeting of the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA) to recognize the key role state fish and wildlife agencies play in managing wildlife species in the United States.   “We know that migratory big game rely on large and connected landscapes to meet their daily, seasonal and annual needs,” said Richard Fordyce, USDA’s Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. “This new Framework for Conservation Action helps us better target our resources and align our efforts, which benefit wildlife as well as ranching operations. USDA introduced its first frameworks in 2020, during President Trump’s first term, and we want to continue using this successful model of supporting wildlife and ranching productivity and operations.”    “Across the West, the future of iconic big game herds— elk, mule deer and pronghorn—depends on the health of our working lands,” said NRCS Chief Colton L. Buckley. “Privately owned lands provide the vital seasonal habitats and connectivity required to sustain these healthy, resilient herds.”   “We’re supporting migratory big game conservation by offering farmers and ranchers program opportunities that benefit big game and strengthen agricultural operations,” said FSA Administrator Bill Beam. “Like the ranchers who are stewards of our Western Grasslands, USDA recognizes that agriculture and conservation are most effective when they work together to strengthen the working lands and protect wildlife such as big game species for future generations.”   “This Framework represents a historic alignment, ensuring that the management authority of states is backed by the full strength and resources of the USDA to collaboratively conserve the West’s iconic migrations,” said Zach Lowe, Executive Director of WAFWA. “By investing in sustainable ranching practices, we are improving habitat quality, boosting rangeland resilience, and ensuring these iconic herds can continue to move safely across vast and open grazing lands.”   State fish and wildlife agencies (SFWAs), which have the trust responsibility for migratory big game populations, have identified that these species face increasing threats to habitat quality and connectivity. Improving habitat quality requires restoring native plant communities, improving forest health, and addressing invasive species. Improving connectivity requires mitigating physical barriers, such as highways and fences, and minimizing landscape fragmentation.    About the Framework    The Framework provides a strategy for using Farm Bill resources, including NRCS programs, such as the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Conservation Stewardship Program, Agricultural Conservation Easement Program and Regional Conservation Partnership Program, as well as FSA’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP).    Through these programs, USDA provides assistance for delivering the Framework’s three strategies:    Protecting Habitat and Connectivity: Voluntary conservation easements and CRP contracts help keep working lands intact, preventing fragmentation from development and securing movement corridors for future generations.    Reducing Barriers to Movement: Modernizing fences is a centerpiece of the strategy, replacing hazardous designs with wildlife-friendly alternatives and, where possible, removing fencing entirely. The Framework also highlights emerging solutions like virtual fencing, which reduces conflicts between livestock management and wildlife migration while lowering costs for producers.    Improving Habitat Quality: Actions include controlling invasive annual grasses, removing encroaching conifers, restoring mesic (wet) habitats, and improving forest health to boost forage and habitat quality on summer and winter ranges. These steps strengthen rangeland resilience, reduce wildfire risk, and maintain reliable water and forage sources critical to livestock and wildlife alike.    CONTINUED ON PAGE B24

NDSU releases 2026 soybean iron deficiency chlorosis scores Selecting a soybean variety with IDC tolerance is an important management decision that can help producers minimize the negative impact of chlorosis on yield. (NDSU photo). Selecting a soybean variety with IDC tolerance is an important management decision that can help producers minimize the negative impact of chlorosis on yield. (NDSU photo). Although drought conditions are now at the forefront of many growers’ minds, it may be easy to forget the challenges that marked the beginning of the 2026 growing season. Cool and wet conditions, particularly across central North Dakota, created favorable conditions for iron deficiency chlorosis (IDC) in soybean. In some areas, prolonged periods of saturated or flooded soils further increased the severity of IDC symptoms in soybean fields. North Dakota State University conducts annual research on soybean varieties to determine their tolerance to iron deficiency chlorosis. “This information is crucial for farmers who deal with IDC in their fields annually,” says Ana Carcedo, NDSU Extension broadleaf crops agronomist. “Choosing soybean varieties that are less susceptible to IDC is the first step in addressing this issue.” Soybean varieties exhibit genetic differences in their tolerance to IDC symptoms. Producers can use the NDSU data to choose an appropriate IDC-tolerant soybean variety

for fields known to have IDC issues in the 2027 season. “Selecting a soybean variety with IDC tolerance is an important management decision that can help producers minimize the negative impact of chlorosis on yield,” says Carcedo. In the summer of 2026, NDSU’s soybean breeding program evaluated 90 Enlist, GT27, Roundup Ready and Xtend soybean varieties, along with conventional varieties, for IDC tolerance. IDC symptoms include yellowing of plant leaves with green veins, as well as yellowing, browning and stunted growth during the early stages, leading to reduced soybean yields. The test results are based on replicated trials conducted in a location with a history of IDC. Visual ratings were made on a 1 to 5 scale, with 1 indicating no chlorosis and 5 indicating the most severe chlorosis. Ratings were recorded at three different soybean growth stages. The test results are available at https:// vt.ag.ndsu.edu/list/soy. While IDC tolerance is important, producers are advised to consider the yield potential and other important traits of soybean varieties. Varieties with similar IDC tolerance can differ significantly in their yield potential. NDSU soybean variety trials will be published at the same link. The North Dakota Soybean Council provided funding for the iron deficiency rating studies.

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BACKHOES

2011 Deere 310J cab, 4x4, 4200 hours..................... $44,900 2003 Case 580M 4200 hours, 4x1 bucket, open rops............. .............................................................................. $29,900 1989 Cat 416 Good Running/Operating with 6k hours............ .............................................................................. $19,900

LOADERS

2022 Deere 624P new tires, 4x1 bucket, QC........... $104,900 1993 Deere 344E....................................................... $21,900

MISCELLANEOUS

2022 Cat CB15 double drum roller........................... $125,000 2005 Cat CS433E single drum roller.......................... $43,500 2021 Dodge Ram 1500 57K Miles............................. $29,900 2004 Self-contained generator 53-80KW................... $49,900 1995 Freightliner FLD120 dump truck...................... $24,900 Genie GTH844 Low hours......................................... $49,900 1998 International lube truck.................................... $27,000 2012 JLG G6-42A telehandler......................................... Call 2000 Skytrak 6036..................................................... $29,900 2016 Superior broom, loaded.................................... $37,500

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CRAWLERS

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New framework for migratory big game conservation CONTINUED FROM PAGE B22

States include: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.    This is USDA’s fifth Framework for Conservation Action. In the western United States, the Sagebrush and Great Plains Frameworks for Conservation Action provide a collective roadmap for the conservation of working rangelands. USDA developed its first framework on the Great Plains Grasslands in 2020.    Blueprint for Success    The frameworks build on USDA’s efforts through Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW), the Department’s premier approach for conserving America’s working lands to benefit people, wildlife, and rural communities. WLFW uses win-win solutions to target voluntary, incentive-based conservation that improves agricultural productivity and wildlife habitat on working lands. WLFW takes an ecosystem approach and uses focal wildlife species as barometers of success to help guide conservation delivery.     Spatial targeting lies at the heart of WLFW’s threat-reduction strategies.   As the flagship effort of WLFW, the Sage Grouse Initiative showed what can be achieved through voluntary conservation, helping reduce threats at unprecedented scales, benefiting wildlife, and precluding the need for listing sage grouse under the Endangered Species Act. Interwoven into this framework for big game migrations are lessons learned from 15 years of WLFW implementation, along with new science and technology to inform future delivery.    Next, USDA will incorporate the framework into the locally led process for prioritizing conservation in collaboration with SFWAs, federal land managers and other stakeholders. More details are forthcoming on how this will look in the Framework’s 17 states.    Work with USDA    Farmers and ranchers interested in conserving habitat and implementing wildlife-friendly practices should contact FSA and NRCS at their local USDA Service Center to learn about available practices and programs.  Additionally, FSA and NRCS State Offices will share additional information related to efforts in their states. ##### What happens when a snowman throws a tantrum? He has a meltdown. ##### Why did the robber jump in the shower? He wanted to make a clean getaway.

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2003 Kenworth T800

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1997 Freightliner FLD 112

Single axle sleeper, M11 Cummins 330hp, 10 speed, aluminum wheels, 11R 22.5 tires 90% tread, dual fuel tanks, 48 inch sleeper with folding bench seat.

By Todd Silver, ARS New cases of New World screwworm have recently surfaced in the United States, and with them the critical need to track its paths to determine where future infestations may occur. Researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS) are employing predictive models as part of a forward-thinking approach to manage New World screwworm. This strategy allows USDA agencies to act earlier, respond faster, and direct resources where they are needed the most to protect U.S. livestock, pets, and wildlife. “Everything in modern agriculture and pest management is moving toward precision intervention and that includes the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) for control of New World Screwworm. Modeling their movement and using this information for optimal placement maximizes our impact and hastens eradication” said Dr. Scott Hutchins, Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics at USDA. Predictive models use advanced analytic tools and artificial intelligence (AI) to interpret ecological, environmental, and historical information to predict where New World screwworm is likely to become established and the potential pathways it may follow to spread. The models look at the following factors: Ecological and habitat suitability to identify landscapes and habitats that naturally support New World screwworm and map the regions in which this pest could move through favorable environments. Environmental conditionsto monitor key factors such as temperature and precipitation, because they can directly influence New World screwworm survival, reproduction, and spread. Changes in the weather, such as seasonal changes, can raise or lower the risk of New World screwworm infestations. Historical outbreaks and patterns to anticipate where New World screwworm may move next. The models also review past management efforts, highlighting actions that effectively slowed this pest and those that were not successful. This information will aid in the development of new mitigation strategies. “We now have at our disposal incredible tools to help re-eradicate New World screwworm that were not available to our predecessors, including advanced AI and predictive modeling tools that can be employed to help us forecast where New World screwworm infestations are likely to pop up,” said Kim Lohmeyer, Director of the ARS Knipling-Bushland Livestock Insects Research Laboratory in Kerrville, TX. “Having any kind of forewarning system that helps guide surveillance and management decisions is a game changer in our fight to respond quickly to this urgent pest.” The integrated modeling system will guide researchers, ranchers, and public health officials in implementing strategic and targeted approaches in order to be prepared for possible outbreaks, and to enable responders to stay ahead of New World screwworm. The modeling system will help strengthen USDA’s multipronged approach to combatting New World screwworm, which includes: Strategically increasing surveillance efforts and directing resources such as aircraft, personnel, fly traps, and sterile insects to the areas where they offer the greatest protection and at precise times to cause the greatest impact. This targeted allocation speeds up detection and strengthens prevention efforts. Implementation of SIT strategies. Success of the benchmark SIT program depends on knowing when and where to release sterile flies. SIT is a safe and proven technique for controlling New World screwworm populations and consists of releasing sterile flies into areas where New World screwworm is present or likely to spread. USDA uses insights from the models to identify optimal locations, timing, and the number of sterile flies to release for the most effective application, to interrupt their reproductive cycle and spread. CONTINUED ON PAGE C3

2008 Peterbilt 367

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Tracking the path of New World screwworm

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Waffles Waffles were introduced to the United States by Thomas Jefferson, who brought the first waffle iron over from France. The name comes from the Dutch wafel. Waffles owe much of their early popularity to street vendors, who sold them hot, covered in molasses or maple syrup. It wasn’t until the 20th century that the electric waffle iron made them an American staple.

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Tracking the path of New World screwworm

Deadline for advertising in the November 2026 issue is WEDNESDAY, October 28th.

CONTINUED FROM PAGE C2

Assessing prevention strategy effectiveness. The models enable USDA agencies to assess how effective current and planned prevention strategies are at slowing the movement of New World screwworm in the U.S. and to make timely adjustments as needed. “ARS developed predictive New World screwworm models that incorporate historic data like habitat use, host preferences, and environmental conditions into a science-based platform that are already being utilized to select areas for increased livestock and wildlife surveillance, adult fly trapping, and for implementing SIT,” said Lohmeyer. “However, these models cannot predict every scenario, especially those impacted by unpredictable variables like people transporting infested animals.” Livestock owners should remain vigilant and never move an animal that exhibits signs of infestation or that is suspected of being infested. Livestock owners should work with their state animal health officials and ensure they are following all requirements before moving any livestock or wildlife in and out of infested areas. If you spot signs of New World screwworm infestation in animals, report it to the appropriate responding official by visiting the USDA New World screwworm reporting page. To obtain the latest information and updates about New World screwworm, visit screwworm.gov.

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2024 John Deere X9 1000 with ProDrive XL transmission, fixed speed drive with hyd. fore and aft, ext. wear concaves, DynaFlo XL cleaning shoe, X Series dual separator, regular wear grain handling, 31-ft. power fold unloading auger, premium residue chopper with PowerCast tailboard, ultimate cab package, ultimate tech package includes receiver and display. Stock #97467........................... $610,000 (2)

#87685

2022 John Deere X9 1100 with Ultimate cab package, Gen 4 4600 command center, Active Yield with moisture and yield sensors, Ultimate suspension, Signature Edition, ProDrive XL transmission, extended wear concave and grain handling, 31-ft. folding auger, extra fine chopper, 650/85R38 front tires with duals, VF750/65R26 rear tires. Stock #87685...... $567,500 (14) 2012 John Deere S670 with small grain, 2WD, singles, spreader w/PowerCast tailboard, power folding bin extension, premium cab with premium radio, HID lighting package and header extremity lights, AutoTrac ready with harvest monitor, GreenStar 3, 2630 display. Stock #97363................. $97,500 (12)

2021 John Deere S790 w/ premium cab with leather and premium radio, LED lighting, Combine Advisor, receiver and 4600 display, Pro Drive transmission with Harvest Smart, TriStream rotor w/extended wear pkg, general purpose chaffer and sieve, extended wear grain handling pkg, power folding GT covers, 28.5-ft. unloading auger, Powercast Tailboard, adjustable front chaffer, 1100 LSW front tires, and 750 LSW rear tires. Stock #94983...... . ......................................$355,000 (1) 2023 John Deere S780 w/TriStream (Bullet Rotor) w/small wire concaves, Combine Advisor, Active Yield, Contour Master w/fore & aft, Advanced Powercast Tailboard, power folding covers, 28.5-ft. unloading auger, 580/85R42 dual drive wheels, 750/65R 26 rears, small grain windboard, premium lights (LED), general purpose shoe (sidehill performance kit installed). Stock #93552..................... . ....................................$432,500 (14) 2022 John Deere S780 with ProDrive transmission with HarvestSmart, power folding covers, 28.5-ft. unloading auger, regular wear package, premium cab, Active Yield with moisture sensor, dual 520/85R42 front tires, side hill performance package. Stock #92417............................$387,500 (1) 2022 John Deere S780 with small grain, 2WD, duals, chopper, Yield Monitor, Contour Master (lateral tilt feeder house) fore & aft, Active Yield, Harvest Mobile Advisor package, PowerCast tailboard, power folding bin extensions. Stock #92419.......$375,000 (1)

2021 John Deere S780 with premium cab, extended wear package, Active Yield with moisture and yield sensors, leather, Combine Advisor, SF600 W/ SF1, ProDrive transmission with HarvestSmart, power folding covers, 28.5ft. unloading auger, fine cut chopper. Stock #87960..................$350,000 (2) 2021 John Deere S780 with regular wear package, premium cab, Active Yield with moisture and yield sensor, Combine Advisor, ProDrive transmission with HarvestSmart, TriStream rotor, power folding GT covers, 28.5-ft. unloading auger, fine cut chopper with PowerCast tailboard, wheel spacers. Stock #91938............... $280,000 (14)

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2024 John Deere S770 w/Command Tourch 5 speed feederhouse w/ Contour Master, Ulitmate Technology, Combine Advisor, Active Terrain Adjustment, grain tank scales, Gen 5 Plus display w/extended monitor, premium visibility, power folding grain tank covers, 28.5-ft. unloading auger, premium fine cut advanced tailboard, 520/85R42 duals, 600/70R28 rear, side hill performance package. Stock #94237......................... $452,500 (14) 2015 John Deere S680 with ProDrive transmission, HD tilt cylinder, hi-torque fixed speed drive, TriStream rotor, 28.5-ft. unload auger, PowerCast tailboard, IF 900/60R32 drive singles, 620/75R26 rear singles, premium cab, enhanced air seat, HID lighting package. Stock #96157......... $109,000 (1)

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2023 John Deere 9RX640 w/30 inch track, 6 SCVs, dual hydraulic pump, Active Command steering, Intelligent Power management, ultimate cab, 1000 PTO, 20 front weights. Stock #91048...........$635,000 (12) 2018 Versatile 610DT w/605 HP, 16 speed Powershift transmission, 36 inch track, deluxe cab, LED lights, guidance ready w/receiver and 10 inch display, diff lock , 6 SCVs, 2 sets of low pressure couplers. Stock #91193...................................$400,000 (12) 2014 Case IH 450 Quadtrack with 760mm/30 inch track, 1000 PTO, Powershift, guidance ready, Power Beyond, AFS Pro 700 display, Nav II with 372 receiver, luxury cab. Stock #97829...................................$205,000 (12) 2013 John Deere 9460R with Premium Command View cab, 18-speed, Powershift transmission, 5 SCVS, 1000 PTO, 800/70R38 with duals, weights, guidance less receiver. Stock #96577.........................$235,000 (14) 2023 John Deere 9R 540 w/LSW800 duals w/ HydraCushion suspension, E18 transmission, 1000 PTO, 5 remotes, ultimate cab, Active Seat, dual displays, 7000 receiver, 1/2” power beyond coupler, greaseable steering pin. Stock #95459.....$487,500 (14)

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#96338 1979 Big Bud 600/80 4WD w/600 hp, cab, Clark 4 speed w/ torq converter, 4 scv, no 3pt/PTO, Cummings QSX15 600 hp engine with 1850 hours, aftermarket high flow (90 Gpm) hyd pump. Stock #96338................... .................................................$105,000 (1) 2025 John Deere 8R 340 with IVT, 6 hydraulics, 540/1000 PTO, 480/80R50 duals and 420/85R34 front duals, Ultimate Comfort/ Convenience/Visibility packages, Autonomy ready, front and rear weights. Stock #96571 ...............................................$475,000 (15) 2024 John Deere 6R 250 with MWFD w/TLS with brakes, IVT, 4 electronic SCVs, 3-point, 540E/1000/1000E PTO, ultimate cab, ultimate seat, premium lights, hydraulic cab suspension, 118” axle, single 710/70R42, pivoting front fender, 18 front weights, 1221# rear weights. Stock #97380......$274,000 (4) 2025 John Deere 6M 180 loader ready - no loader, 20F/20R PowrGard transmission, AutoTrac ready - no receiver or display, standard cab with mechanical suspension, 3 SCVs, 540/1000 PTO, 480/80R50 rear single tires, MFWD w/TLS and 480/70R34 front tires, rear weights. Stock #96801................. ...............................................$227,500 (15)

2025 John Deere 6155M with standard cab, PowrQuad Plus, 20F/20R transmission, AT ready, no receiver or display, 3 SCVs, 540/1000 PTO, 480/80R42 rear tires with MFWD and TLS, 420/85R28 front tires, beacon light, loader ready with JD 640R loader grapple and bucket. Stock #97083............... ...............................................$217,500 (15) 2024 John Deere 6155M with AQ+ 20/20 Quad transmission, loader ready/no loader, standard cab with premium radio, 3 rear E-SCVs, 540/1000 PTO, Cat3N/2, 3-point hitch, 480/80R42 rear and 420/85R28 front tires, front fenders, Cold Start pkg, 3 mid SCVs, fixed MFWD. Stock #96350.............. ............................................... $165,000 (11) 2013 John Deere 6105R with premium cab, AutoQuad+ 24/24 transmission, air seat, 2 SCVs, 540/1000 PTO, 3 point hitch, 460/85R38 rear tires, MFWD, passenger seat, front weights, many other options. Stock #95468........$65,000 (11)

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John Deere N560F with 60-ft. no till disk drill with 10” spacing, dry fert. delivery tubes, cast serrated fertilizer closing wheels, narrow gauge wheels, All Run Blkg, double shoot air package for tow behind C850 cart. Stock #91851........................... $735,000 (1)

SELF PROPELLED SPREADERS & SPRAYERS Several used John Deere and competitive self-propelled sprayers and appli-

cators in stock! Variety of boom and widths available. Several units are ready to roll with turnkey GPS! 2023 John Deere 616R w/Signature edition, 2023 John Deere 616R w/132-ft. carbon fiber, 20”, CVIII cab, Exact Apply, premium radio, less See and Spray, 1600 gal. SS tank, guidauto solution control, hi-flow pump, 5 senance, Active Seat, VF420/95R50 tires, hi sor boom level, boom air purge, ultimate vis flow solution pump, less eductor, less front lights, eductor, ultimate comfort package, fill, 120-ft. steel boom, 20 in. nozzle spacCat 1 cab filtration, fence row nozzles, skining w/Exact Apply nozzle control, air purge, ny tires includes - 4.0 AT act, 4600 armrest fenders. Stock #92779............. $520,000 (2) display, section control, SF6000. Stock #89331................................... $470,000 (12) 2015 John Deere R4038 with 120-ft. 20” spacing steel boom, no Exact Apply, 1000 gallon stainless tank, chemical eductor boom, air purge boom, TracPro (5 sensor) Gen 4 display with AutoTrac and section control, Starfire 3000 receiver (SF1) automatic solution control fence row nozzles, premium cab #91133 (leather seat and buddy seat), premium radio, LSW680/55R42 tires 20%, 6-380 tires 2023 John Deere 616R with 120-ft. steel, also available. Stock #96847..$102,500 (12) 20”, CVIII cab, Exact Apply, auto solu-

#97083

2025 John Deere 6105E with standard cab with air suspension seat and instructional seat, 24/12 PowerReverser transmission, 3 SCVs, 3-point hitch, MFWD, AutoTrak ready, 460/85R38 rear and 380/85R24 front tires, rear weights, premium lights, loader ready. Stock #96762.............................. $104,000 (4)

#92736

2024 John Deere N560F 60-ft. width, 10” spacing, double shoot, All Run Blkg, cast serrated closing wheel, spoked narrow gauge wheels, dry fert. delivery tube, tow behind C850 cart with section command, (4) IF850/75R42 tires, (2) IF900/75R32 tires, tank scales C850. Stock #92736.....................$685,000 (1) 2022 John Deere N560FF w/60-ft. double shoot, 10” spacing, cast serrated closing wheels, spoked narrow gauge wheels, All Run Blkg., tow behind C850 cart. Stock #95308.....................$595,000 (2)

2019 John Deere 1890 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, narrow spoked gauge wheels, 90 Series openers, smooth closing wheel, Intelligent Ag All Run Blockage, 350 tow between cart w/12” conveyor with KSI low profile hopper. Does NOT have section control, 800 single tires on cart, float tires on frame & caster wheels. Stock #96114................................$180,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 1890 w/60-ft. 7.5” spacing, 8 run, single shoot, primary blockage, 350 bu tow behind cart, 12” conveyor, rear duals, ground drive, & variable rate. Stock #90382.................... ..........................................$132,000 (12)

#92956

2025 SeedMaster 7012 with new unit/no acres, 70-ft. drill, 12” spacing, double arm/double shoot, All Run Intelligent Ag Blockage, 650L tow between cart included, 8 run, dual fan, PTO driven electric drive, section command, 12” conveyor, 2.5” primary hose, four tanks with scales, EZcal, premium light. Stock #92956.............................$650.000 (14)

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tion control, hi-flow pump, front fill, 5 sensor boom level, boom air purge, Ultimate visibility lights, eductor, Ultimate Comfort package, Cat 1 cab filtration, pressure recirc and reclaim, fence row nozzles, 420 skinny tires. Stock #91133. ..........................................$525,000 (14)

2018 John Deere R4045 with 132-ft. carbon fiber, 20” spacing, CVIII cab, premium radio, auto solution control, Exact Apply, front fill, 5 sensor boom level, boom air purge, LED lights, eductor, fence row nozzles, 480/80R50. Includes SF6000, 4600 display with premium activation. Stock #97291......... ................................................. $250,000 (1) 2016 John Deere R4045 w/cab with premium radio, guidance ready with display, section control, less eductor, 120-ft. boom with 20” spacing, BoomTrac Pro sensor system, foam marker, hydraulic traction control, air purge, fence row nozzles. Stock #97137...... ................................................. $170,000 (4)

#97513

2015 Case IH Patriot 4440 with 120-ft. booms, 20” spacing, SS tank, Aim Command Pro, 3” front fill, luxury cab, LH and RH fence row nozzles, active hyd. suspension, AccuBoom section control, AutoBoom height control, boom flush valve, 372 receiver, AccuGuide Nav II controller, AFS AccuGuide ready, AFS Pro 700 display, 620/70R38 tires. Stock #97513..................................... $242,500 (3) Apache AS1220 with 90-ft. booms, 20” spacing, fenders, wheel kit, 1200 gallon tank, 620/70R, 42” tires. Stock #95351.................. ............................................... $107,500 (12)

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2021 FORD EXPLORER XLT 2.3L Eco boost, auto 4wd, pwr leather seats, sunroof, auto start, 93,220 miles.

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2025 JEEP CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK

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State tax savings for 2026 medical care savings accounts From the MSU News Service Montana residents can reduce their 2026 state income taxes while preparing for current and future healthcare costs by taking advantage of a Montana medical care savings account. Montanans can open a medical care savings account at a bank or credit union or make deposits into existing MSAs before December 31 to reduce their state income taxes for 2026, according to Marsha Goetting, Montana State University Extension family economics specialist. The amount used to reduce state income tax for Montana residents is the total amount deposited in an MSA during the tax year, not the amount withdrawn for eligible medical care expenses between January and December of the tax year. “There is still time to save and plan ahead to make a deposit by the end of the year,” Goetting said. In the 2026 calendar year, MSA account holders may deposit up to $4,800 to be used for eligible medical and long-term healthcare expenses. Even if medical expenses have already been paid this year, a person can open an MSA and then deposit and withdraw the amount they paid. Withdrawals for expenses during 2026 can be made until Jan. 15, 2027. A person can deposit up to $4,800 by December 31, 2026, not use it, and still have state income tax savings. The amount rolls over to use for medical expenses in future years. According to Goetting, a person with taxable income under $95,000 could save approximately $225, or $450 for a married couple, in 2026 state income taxes by contributing to an MSA. Those with incomes over $95,000 would save approximately $271, or $542 for a married couple. Interest earned on an MSA is not subject to Montana income tax. MSA-eligible expenses include medical costs as defined by the Internal Revenue Service, including medical insurance premiums, long-term care insurance, prescription drugs, medical and dental services, nursing home care, eyeglasses, crutches and transportation for medical care. IRS Publication 502 provides a detailed list of eligible expenses and is available at irs.gov/ publications/p502. All resident taxpayers ages 18 and older are eligible to set up a Montana MSA, even if they have a similar plan, such as a Section 125 flexible spending account or a federal health savings account, provided by their employer. Unlike federal HSAs, a high-deductible health plan is not a prerequisite. Those on Medicare are eligible to have an MSA. Goetting added that an MSA can be a legacy when an account owner dies. By placing a payable-on-death designation on an MSA account, individuals can leave those funds to Montana spouses, children or parents for medical expenses. For more details about Montana MSAs, visit a local MSU Extension office or access the MontGuide factsheet “Montana Medical Care Savings Accounts (MSAs) for the 2026 Tax Year” online.

Verbal pasture lease agreements By Shannon Sand, UNL There are a couple of leasing options for producers and landowners. Verbal leases are a common form of lease agreement. However, if someone is considering terminating a verbal lease, there are some dates and rules to remember for those with crops vs. pasture verbal lease agreements. The Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled that the lease year begins March 1 for year-to-year verbal leases. Notice to a tenant to vacate under a verbal or handshake year-to-year lease must be given six months before the end of the lease or no later than September 1 for crop production. It is recommended that Registered Mail™ terminate the farmland lease. This means the person receiving the letter signs for it, providing evidence that the termination notice was received. Handshake or verbal leases are different for pastures. The typical pasture lease is for the five-month grazing season. The lease is only in effect for that time, so the lease is terminated at the end of the grazing season. However, different lease length arrangements can be made in a written lease. In all instances, written leases would be preferred over oral or “handshake” leases. Sample leases are available in the Ag Lease 101 library at Ag Lease 101 dot org and can help both parties start thinking about the appropriate lease conditions for their situation.

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1996 Cat 950F series 2 wheel loader, 4yd bucket, like new tires, 17k hours, Reman motor..$37,500

2009 Peterbilt 367 Cummins ISX, 18 speed, heavy specs, double frame, wet kit.......$67,500 2019 Ford F-550 service truck, 6.7 Powerstroke, 4x4, 11-ft. Altec service bed with 6000 lb. hydraulic crane, hydraulic air compressor, Miller Welder, completely set up with tool boxes, etc........... Call

2008 Peterbilt 388 dump truck, Cummins ISX 550 hp, 18 speed, 46K rears, lockers, 17-ft. box with high lift gate, tarp.............$87,500

(2) 2020 Peterbilt 567 Cummins X15 450hp, automatic transmission, steerable lift axle, 248” wheelbase, 44” stand up sleeper . ......................... $64,500-$69,500

(3) 2015 Genie 1930 electric scissorlifts...........................$6000 2015 Mack CXU613 MP8 engine 445 hp, Mack M-Drive 12 spd automatic, 650k miles..........$22,500 2003 Volvo A35D 35 ton haul truck, 19K hours...... Buy or Rent

1989 KW T800 dump truck, New Cummins 400 engine, 18 speed, Hendrickson spring ride, 15-ft. box......................................... Call

2012 Kenworth T800 dump truck, Cummins ISX, 18 speed 46k rears, lockers, plumbed for pup..................................$99,000

2008 Genie S65 manlift, 4x4, Diesel, 65-ft. boomlift, 4000 hours................................$24,500

2022 John Deere 770G road grader, low profile cab, ripper, front lift group with blade, hydraulic snow wing, 6K hours ............... ...................................... $189,000

2006 Volvo G946A road grader, AWD, 14-ft. moldboard, rippers, snow wing available...................... ...............................Call for price

2015 Bell 50D haul truck, 50 ton capacity, 6x6, 9K hours................ .................................Buy or Rent

2017 Extreme 1255 telehandler, cab with heat/AC, 12,000 lb. capacity, 55-ft. reach, Cummins motor, 7k hours............. Buy or Rent

2023 Cat 303.5 mini excavator, 200 hours, enclosed cab, hydraulic quick coupler..As New $60,000

2012 Cat CB64 double drum 84” roller, 3K hours......... Buy or rent

2013 Trail King 53-ft. sliding axle machinery trailer, hydraulic winch 53-ft. x 9-ft. wide, aluminum wheels ............................$87,500 2016 Cat D6T LGP 6 way blade, rippers, 9500 hours, great undercarriage. ................. Buy or Rent!

2007 Peterbilt 379 Cat C15 (rebuilt), 13 speed, steerable lift axle, 48” flat top sleeper........ Call

2016 Cat 336FL XE excavator, hydraulic coupler, tooth bucket, 7K hours.................. Buy or Rent 2012 Deere 744K loader, 5.5 yard bucket, 10k hours, ride control, recent repairs............$89,500

1997 Ranch triple axle belly dump................................$17,500

1997 Load King 40-ft. T/A belly dump................................$18,500

2013 Komatsu WA470-7 wheel loader, 5.5 yard bucket, Loadrite scales, 26.5-25 tires 14K hours ... ........................................$69,500

2026 Hyrax manlift 52-ft. Capacity, Kubota diesel, self leveling, Weighs 13,000 lbs.... Buy or rent

2016 Genie S60X manlift, 2100 hours................................$37,500

2002 Towmaster 27-ft. equipment trailer, 24k GVWR, 24-ft. tilt bed, 12k axles with electric brakes.................................$9950 2007 Peterbilt 378 Cummins ISX 565hp rebuilt engine, 18 speed, 46K rears with full lockers, 36” bunk 11R24.5 tires...........$47,000

2026 Hyrax manlift 42-ft. capacity, Kubota diesel, self-leveling Weighs 8500lbs!...... Buy or Rent

2021 Deere 35G mini excavator, open cab, auxiliary hydraulic, 2200 hours....................... $30,000

2016 Skytrack 10054 telehandler, 10k capacity, 54-ft. reach, OROP’s, 4500 hours.................... .................. Buy or Rent $49,500

2011 Utility 40-ft. T/A flatbed, spring ride, 11R24.5 tires....$8500

2013 Dynapac CC1200 double drum roller, 48” drums, 3k hours... ................... Buy or rent $15,000

1966 Timpte T/A belly dump ....... ........................................$12,500 2012 Ford F-550 service truck, 4x4, 6.7 Diesel, 11-ft. service body with crane, 115k miles ........ ........................................$39,500

1998 International 9200 Fuel and Lube truck, Cat C12, 18 speed, 225k miles, 2500 gallon fuel tank, multiple product tanks, reels, recovery system, etc..........$39,500

2010 Towmaster gooseneck trailer, 10k axles, beavertail and ramps................$10,000.....$8500 2008 SDI 3 axle side dump, air ride, tarp.......................... $40,000

1995 Ranco T/A Pup..........$9500

1995 Pioneer Quad axle dump box, 17.5-ft. steel bed, spring ride, 11R22.5 rubber, extendable tongue................................$6000

2004 Transcraft 50’x102” combo stepdeck spread axle, air ride.. ........................................$20,500

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2013 Dynapac CA3500 84” smooth drum roller, enclosed cab, 4000 hours................Buy or Rent 2015 Skytrack 6042 telehandler, 6k capacity, 42-ft. reach, OROP’s, 2200 hours..Buy or Rent $34,500

2007 Deere 410J backhoe, 4x4, extend-a-hoe, enclosed cab..$49,500

2014 Cat CP68B 84” padfoot roller, enclosed cab, 2400 hours... ................................ Buy or Rent

BMC 30-ft. x 80-ft. portable radial stacker hydraulic raise, electric drive........................................Call (2) 2023 Demco 42-ft. steel grain trailer, spring ride, ag hoppers, electric tarps, manual traps.......... ........................................$29,500

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By Ben Beckman, UNL Late summer is often when annual grasses like foxtail, sandbur, and barnyardgrass become especially noticeable in pastures. They commonly show up where grass stands are thin, animal traffic is heavy, or overgrazing has left open space. By this time of year, control options are limited. Annual grasses are difficult to selectively remove from established grass pastures, and many plants are already producing seed. If seed has not matured, mowing may help reduce seed production. Long-term control starts with maintaining a healthy, competitive pasture. Proper stocking rates and adequate recovery between grazing periods help desirable grasses fill open space and reduce opportunities for annual grasses to establish. Where annual grasses remain a problem, identify the species and plan ahead. For many summer annual grasses, herbicide control means using a labeled pre-emergence product next spring, timed before germination. Once plants emerge, selective control in a grass pasture becomes much more difficult. Annual grasses may be easy to notice now, but late summer is often too late for much direct control. Focus on limiting seed production, improving pasture competition, and planning for earlier control next year.

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Tariffs create uneven impacts across U.S. By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension news service Tariffs on imports and exports continue to create uneven economic impacts across the United States, affecting agricultural producers, input costs and trade relationships differently by state, according to experts featured on Kansas State University’s Agriculture Today podcast. The Smoke and Mirrors podcast featured host Jenny Ifft, agricultural policy chair of the Barry Flinchbaugh Center for Ag and Food Policy; Cornell University agricultural economist Wendong Zhang; and Ohio State University assistant professor of agribusiness and applied economics Seungki Lee, who discussed how tariffs shape trade flows and influence state-level economies. Ifft said tariffs can have widespread but uneven consequences depending on a state’s reliance on imports or exports. “Tariffs don’t impact every state the same way,” Jenny Ifft said. “It really depends on what that state produces and who they trade with.” According to research published in Choices Magazine, tariffs on agricultural goods traded among the United States, Canada and Mexico can reduce export demand while increasing the cost of imported inputs such as fertilizer, feed and machinery. These changes can raise production costs and increase food prices, particularly in states heavily dependent on trade with these three countries. Zhang emphasized that states with strong export ties to Canada or Mexico may be more vulnerable to retaliatory tariffs. “States that rely heavily on exports to countries such as Canada and Mexico will feel those impacts more directly,” Zhang said. “When those markets are disrupted, commodity prices and farm income can be affected quickly.” Trade data shows that North American markets are deeply integrated, especially under agreements like the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, making agricultural disruptions more significant. In some cases, tariffs have led to reduced exports and shifts in global market share, particularly when trading partners impose retaliatory measures. Lee added that import-dependent states may face distinct challenges, particularly when tariffs raise the cost of essential inputs. “For some regions, the bigger concern is on the import side,” Lee said. “Rising input costs can squeeze producers’ margins and ultimately affect consumers through higher prices.” Recent analyses indicate that tariffs can unevenly reduce agricultural imports and exports by commodity and country, further contributing to regional disparities across the U.S. economy. As global trade relationships continue to evolve, the researchers noted that understanding state-level exposure is critical for policymakers and producers operating in an increasingly complex trade environment.

Fall thistle control By Ben Beckman, UNL Did you spray thistles this past spring or summer? If so, it may be worth revisiting those areas. New plants or regrowth may have shown up, and late September through early November can be a good time for thistle control in pastures and hayland. For biennial thistles like musk, plumeless, bull, and Scotch thistle, look for small, flat rosettes close to the ground. Controlling these rosettes now can prevent plants from bolting, flowering, and producing seed next year. Canada thistle is a little different. This creeping perennial spreads through both seed and an extensive root system. Fall is one of our best opportunities for control because actively growing plants are moving nutrients back into their roots for winter, helping systemic herbicides reach that underground system. Several herbicides are labeled for thistle control, including GrazonNext HL, Milestone, Chaparral, DuraCor, and Tordon 22K. Product effectiveness varies by thistle species, so match the product to the weed and site being treated. For current options, rates, and restrictions, check Nebraska Extension’s EC130 Weed Management Guide and always follow label directions. Remember, one fall treatment probably won’t eliminate an established problem. Scout again next spring and continue timely control to prevent seed production and reduce the infestation over time.

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Four proactive ways to defend against New World Screwworm New World screwworm (NWS) may seem like a concern only for areas where the pest has already been detected. But with today’s cattle movement, preparedness is critical regardless of location. U.S. cattle producers have an important role in slowing the spread of NWS and protecting their operation. Building a proactive preparedness plan can help strengthen biosecurity, reduce risk and support animal health. Consider these four steps when preparing your operation. 1. Know the risk Unlike many common blow flies that feed on dead tissue, NWS larvae feed on living tissue. Female flies are attracted to fresh wounds, where they lay eggs that hatch within hours. As larvae burrow into the wound, they create additional tissue damage that attracts more flies and allows infestations to progress quickly. “Wounds are what these flies are looking for,” explained Jody Wade, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “Any type of wound can become infected, so we need to be very proactive about checking cattle on a routine basis.” Newborn calves are among the most vulnerable animals because flies are highly attracted to the fresh umbilical cord after birth. Cattle also need close attention after routine procedures such as castration or dehorning. NWS infestations can cause rapidly expanding wounds, inflammation and pain. Early identification and intervention are important for minimizing discomfort and supporting overall cattle health.1 2. Prioritize biosecurity A strong biosecurity plan is one of the first lines of defense against New World screwworm. Proper quarantine and observation protocols for new animals are critical steps in identifying and stopping possible infections before they spread. “I look at biosecurity as a two-way street,” said Dr. Wade. “We need to be vigilant when bringing animals into an operation, but if New World screwworm is identified in your area, biosecurity also plays a huge role in preventing it from moving somewhere else.” Training employees with clear animal observation guidelines and response protocols can help identify concerns earlier and ensure a timely response. Familiarize employees with USDA identification resources so they know what to look for if NWS becomes a concern. Adult New World screwworm flies have orange eyes, a yellow-orange face and a metallic blue-green body with three dark stripes down the back.2 “While they are a similar size to a regular house fly, it is possible to pick out a New World screwworm fly,” added Dr. Wade. “The USDA’s website, screwworm.gov, has great educational materials on NWS prevention and identification along with updates on new outbreaks.” If you suspect NWS on your operation, contact your herd veterinarian immediate-

ly. They play a critical role in identifying suspected cases, coordinating with animal health officials and helping protect your operation and the cattle industry through prompt reporting. “It’s going to be a team effort in managing and eradicating NWS,” said Dr. Wade. “Reporting cases and open communication will be key in stopping NWS from spreading to new areas.” 3. Evaluate your deworming program A comprehensive parasite control program is another important component of an overall NWS preparedness strategy. When appropriate, products such as IVOMEC®1% (ivermectin injection), currently authorized under Emergency Use Authorization for NWS prevention, can provide another layer of support. “When you talk to parasitologists in areas where New World screwworm is endemic, they’ll tell you prevention makes all the difference,” said Dr. Wade. “Prevention protocols, along with proper wound care, have been extremely valuable in reducing infections.” Just like other deworming practices, it’s important to keep your geography in mind. The NWS fly may struggle in cold Midwest winters, but there are areas of the U.S. where it can flourish year-round in warmer areas such as Florida and southern Texas. “NWS has been in the U.S. before, and we’ve fortunately eradicated it through prevention methods and sterilization of male flies,” Dr. Wade said. As you prepare for NWS, it’s crucial to keep sustainable deworming practices and judicious use of parasiticides a priority. Sit down with your veterinarian to evaluate the best way to use approved parasiticides and work together to build a strong NWS action plan that best fits the needs and risks of your operation. 4. Stay vigilant; don’t panic Dr. Wade emphasized the importance of maintaining open communication with your veterinarian and promptly reporting suspected cases to support long-term NWS control and eradication. “The most important reminder I can give producers is to stay vigilant and don’t panic,” concluded Dr. Wade. “If we stay proactive, follow our prevention protocols and work together, we have a good opportunity to push this parasite back out of the U.S. again.” For additional information on New World screwworm prevention, visit screwworm. gov or Ivomec.com. IVOMEC 1% IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Do not treat cattle within 35 days of slaughter. Do not use in female dairy cattle of breeding age or in veal calves. Do not treat swine within 18 days of slaughter. Do not use in other animal species not on the label, as severe adverse reactions, including fatalities in dogs, may result.

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Grazing grain Sorghum stalks following harvest

Brent Bean, Sorghum Checkoff Director of Agronomy Grain sorghum can continue providing value after harvest. Its leaves and palatable stems offer cattle forage, while the remaining residue protects the soil through winter. In snowprone areas, sorghum’s standing stalks can also help cattle reach forage that shorter residue might leave buried. For pregnant cows in mid- to late-gestation, grain sorghum’s energy and protein levels provide adequate support. However, supplements may be necessary for late-gestating heifers. In a study conducted at Oklahoma State University (okstate PSS-2607), the average crude protein in the stover of nine sorghum varieties following grain harvest was 9% at one location and 10.4% at a second location. Total digestible nutrients were approximately 58% at both sites. In terms of stover quality, the general rule is that fields with low grain yield often have higher quality because more nutrients and sugars remain in the stems and leaves rather than being allocated to grain production. To determine stocking rate, growers should estimate the available forage. A rough calculation for estimating total dry stover after harvest can be obtained by multiplying the number of harvested bushels by 60. However, this is an approximation, and the actual amount may differ significantly depending on the sorghum hybrid. Additionally, not all stover should be consumed by cattle; some residue should be left as cover to protect the soil. A conservative estimate is to multiply the number of bushels harvested by 10 to calculate the amount of palatable and high-quality forage that cattle can eat. By using this method, a field yielding 80 bushels of grain should have approximately 800 pounds per acre of quality dry forage for grazing. Growers should also note that under prolonged grazing, the quality of the stover will decrease as cattle first consume the leaves and more palatable portions of stalks, in addition to weather having a deteriorating effect over time. Compaction from grazing is a concern for some growers. Yet, studies from the University of Nebraska (UNL EXT EC278) have shown no reduction in yield to corn or soybeans following grazing of stover in both no-till and ridgetill systems. The top 3 inches of soil may be somewhat more compacted compared to ungrazed areas, reducing water infiltration, but this compaction can largely be avoided by not allowing cattle to graze late into the spring when conditions become muddy. In addition, not permitting overgrazing and leaving a significant amount of residue on the surface will go a long way in preventing compaction issues. Most of the nutrients that cattle consume, which would otherwise stay in the field, get returned to the soil via manure. Typically, managers withdraw cattle from the field after about half the stover has been consumed, leaving the rest to enhance the soil’s fertility. On a cautionary note, growers should be aware of the risk of prussic acid (cyanide) and nitrate poisoning. If grain sorghum is harvested prior to a killing freeze or if glyphosate was not used to kill the plants, any new growth potentially can contain high amounts of prussic acid. Cattle should be kept out of these fields until a hard freeze has killed the new growth. Growers should wait five to seven days after a killing freeze before allowing cattle into the sorghum field to provide sufficient time for the prussic acid to dissipate. The risk of nitrate poisoning is generally less when grazing sorghum stover compared to feeding hay because nitrates accumulate primarily in the lower portion of the stalk. Grazing cattle will first consume the leaves and upper part of the stalk, where nitrate concentrations are lower. Nitrate accumulates in plants that have been stressed due to any number of factors. If nitrate levels are high prior to a killing freeze or a glyphosate application, they will remain high in the stover after grain harvest. However, under normal growing conditions, nitrate levels in sorghum stover are generally low. While the risk of prussic acid and nitrate poisoning in grazing crop residue after grain harvest is generally minimal, if any potential risk factors for these conditions exist, growers are strongly advised to get the forage tested prior to grazing. This proactive approach ensures the safety and well-being of the grazing cattle. For more information on these topics, growers can refer to the Agronomy Insights page on the Sorghum Checkoff website (https://www.sorghumcheckoff.com).

Can Nematodes naturally curb the spread of Cattle Fever Ticks?

ARS researchers are working on innovative ways to control cattle fever ticks and bovine babesiosis, a malaria-like disease caused by protozoan parasites that infect bovine red blood cells and are transmitted by cattle fever ticks. While bovine babesiosis has been eradicated in the United States, it remains a major issue in Mexico, raising concerns about its potential reappearance. ARS research is showing entomopathogenic nematodes, roundworms that naturally invade and Larval Steinernema riobrave on a cattle fever tick. (Photo by Jason Tidwell). kill insects and ticks, may be an innovative and natural way to control the spread of cattle fever ticks. ARS researchers in Edinburg, TX, and Poplarville, MI, have evaluated the efficacy of an entomopathogenic nematode native to South Texas, (Steinernema riobrave), for controlling larval cattle fever ticks. Scientists found that in a semi-field setting, weekly applications of in vitro-reared S. riobrave (BASF-Nemasys-R) sprayed on cattle fever tick-infested potted buffelgrass resulted in significantly fewer larval ticks being recovered than from tick-infested pots of buffelgrass treated with water only -- or from infested pots receiving no treatment. Use of a native nematode species like S. riobrave, which have little impact on native plants and animals, could be an environmentally friendly option for managing and eradicating cattle fever ticks, especially in areas inhabited by threatened or endangered species. ##### What do you call a witch with a rash? An itchy-witchy.

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Soil carbon sequestration identified as a research gap in Ssudies of livestock methane emissions In a paper published in the New Zealand Journal of Agricultural Research, University of Wyoming researchers identified a gap in existing studies of livestock methane emissions: soil carbon sequestration. Globally, there are growing concerns about methane emissions from beef cattle, which produce more methane than any other domesticated species. In the United States, beef cattle contribute 18% of the country’s total methane emissions. Proposed mitigation strategies have included changes in cattle diets, genetic selection, and the implementation of methane taxes, but few studies have explored whether soil carbon sequestration can help offset emissions. In their review of existing literature on the topic, UW researchers analyzed 82 peer-reviewed published papers on methane emissions produced by grazing cattle in locations around the world. Studies of methane emissions in confined feeding environments were not included. The new literature review, titled “Global Review of Grazing Beef Cattle and Methane Emissions: More Simultaneous Animal and Soil Sampling Needed to Inform Appropriate Policy and Management,” was led by Nicki Nimlos, UW Extension state range management specialist, and colleagues in the UW Department of Ecosystem Science and Management and Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics. Of the 82 studies reviewed, only two assessed both soil carbon sequestration and cattle methane emissions simultaneously. These two studies suggested that, under certain grazing management systems, soil carbon sequestration could more than offset methane emissions produced by cattle. According to Nimlos, this research gap presents an exciting opportunity to incorporate soil carbon sequestration on grazing lands into the broader conversation about cattle emissions. “It just really highlights an important gap,” she comments. “More research is needed that simultaneously quantifies grazing management, animal emissions and soil carbon sequestration to fully understand the net carbon balance between beef cattle and grazing lands.” In addition to identifying carbon sequestration as a key area for further research, Nimlos and her colleagues noticed considerable variation in how livestock methane emissions are currently quantified. Standardizing measurement techniques, along with incorporating soil carbon analysis, could provide more reliable and readily

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Tripp Odiaga, of Blackfoot, led his breeding goat, Shalla, on a lap inside the show ring at the Eastern Idaho State Fair on Sept. 10, then focused on holding the animal still while a judge scrutinized its composition. The moment was four years in the making for the 13-yearold boy, who earned his first state fair appearance by winning grand champion at the Bingham County Fair. His parents erupted with cheers from the bleachers when Shalla placed third place in her age group. Interest in 4-H animal projects remains strong across eastern Idaho, with several counties reporting growth in youth participation and increases in animals entered in county sales. Goats have been especially popular, thanks to their small size, playful nature, minimal space requirements and relatively low cost of care. “My cou s in s tarted showing steers, and I wanted something a little smaller than that, so I started Abby Bingham, of Preston, Grooms her Boer goat Frank. showing goats,” Odiaga said. “I had to set a lot of other stuff to the side, because you have to practice with those animals every single day. It’s fun, and at the same moment, it’s kind of awesome to show the animal you’ve worked with so long, to see it succeed and to get a ribbon.” Fifty-one youth involved in University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development or FFA showed goats at the state fair, up by 11 from the previous year. Entries included 86 market goats and breeding goats, roughly 20 more than in 2025. Extension educator Tom Jacobsen, Fremont County, oversaw the state fair’s goat shows. “It’s getting bigger every year,” Jacobsen said of goat projects, which have also been trendy in Fremont County. “They’re probably the most efficient as far as they grow fast and don’t require a lot of inputs, so they’re cheap to raise.” Jacobsen’s county has seen an increase in 4-H projects across all categories, including animal projects, shooting sports posters, and family and consumer sciences exhibits, such as cake decoration and sewing. Excluding animal projects, Fremont County youth entered 346 projects in the state fair. Bannock County has also experienced rapid growth throughout its 4-H program. Extension educator Nikola Ennis, Bannock County, said about 230 local youth are enrolled in 4-H, an increase of about 40 members from the previous year. Bannock County youth entered 35 beef projects this year — nine more than the year before. Swine, poultry, sheep, goat and family and consumer sciences projects also posted significant gains. “I think there are a lot of people who want to get their kids involved in activities that will build skills and that teach teamwork and responsibility,” Ennis said. “That’s important to people right now, so I think that’s why we’re getting more participation.” Animal projects — especially goats and turkeys — are also on the rise in Bonneville County, where entries in the county’s recent livestock sale increased. CONTINUED ON PAGE C29

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“There are more goats than anything else. The goats have really picked up,” said UI Extension educator Ron Patterson, Bonneville County. “Goats definitely have a lot of personality, and goats are small enough generally that the smaller kids can handle them.”

Ridge Sechser watches as Krystal Sechser, middle, and Brenda Lish trim the hooves of a goat named Millie.

In Power County, a new FFA goat barn at American Falls High School has helped spur interest in goat projects. Local participation grew from only a couple of goat projects in 2025 to about 15 in 2026. Caribou County 4-H leaders noticed growth in many 4-H animal projects, especially goats. Caribou County 4-H members sold 101 animals in 2026, six more than the previous year. Though Oneida County is Idaho’s fifth least populated county, 130 youth are enrolled in its 4-H program. About 10 more animals were sold at the county’s 2026 animal sale than the year before. Despite record-high calf prices, Oneida County youth raised 19 beef projects in 2026, up seven from the previous year. “We were up on our beef and our pigs, and consistent with other counties, we were up on our goats,” said Extension educator Sawyer Fonnesbeck, Oneida County.

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Figure 3. Twospotted spider mites Figure 4. An area within a soybean traveling on webbing that is present field that was heavily infested by on a leaf. (Courtesy: David Cap- twospotted spider mites. (Courtesy: Marlin E. Rice) paert, Bugwood.org)

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By John Jaeger, Professor & SDSU Extension Beef Specialist Reproductive efficiency is one of the biggest drivers of profitability in a cow-calf operation. Every cow that fails to become pregnant or calves late reduces the number and value of calves available to sell. Coupled with good management, a defined breeding and calving season increases the number of cows that conceive early, produces a more uniform calf crop, and allows producers to manage labor, nutrition, and herd health more efficiently. According to the USDA National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) Beef 2017 study, approximately 59% of U.S. cow-calf operations did not have a defined breeding season. Establishing a defined breeding season remains an important opportunity to improve reproductive efficiency and overall herd management. What Is Calving Distribution? Calving distribution describes when calves are born within the calving season. The first 21 days are particularly important. Ideally, at least 60% of mature cows should calve during the first 21 days. According to the Standard Production Analysis Guidelines, the first 21-day calving period begins when either the third mature cow (3 years of age or older) calves or 285 days after the beginning of the breeding season. A concentrated calving season indicates that more cows became pregnant early in the breeding season and is an important measure of reproductive efficiency. Why Is Calving Distribution Important? Cows can fall out of a defined calving season because of illness, injury, inadequate nutrition, low body condition, extreme weather, age, or other factors that cause them to rebreed late. When a defined breeding season is not maintained, cows that conceive late can continue to calve later each year, gradually spreading out the calving season. A concentrated calving season produces calves that are more uniform in age and size, making them easier to manage and market while potentially increasing returns. Earlier-born calves also have greater opportunity to achieve heavier weaning weights because they are older at weaning; each additional day of age at weaning has been estimated to account for approximately 2.4 pounds of weaning weight. Birth date also affects replacement female and steer performance. Heifers born during the first 21 days have been shown to have greater body weights, higher cycling and pregnancy rates, and a greater likelihood of calving early during their first calving season. Steers born early have demonstrated greater weaning weights, more desirable marbling scores, and improved feedlot and carcass performance. Management Benefits A defined calving season allows producers to concentrate labor and resources when they are needed most. More intensive observation during calving can identify problems earlier and reduce calf losses. Vaccinations, processing, record keeping, and other herd health activities can also be scheduled more efficiently when cows and calves are at similar stages of production. A concentrated calving season improves nutritional management by allowing producers to group cows according to stage of gestation and better match nutrient supply with nutritional requirements. How Can We Tighten the Calving Season? Use pregnancy diagnosis to identify late-calving cows. Ultrasound can identify pregnant cows and estimate when they conceived. Producers can use this information to identify late-calving cows that do not fit the desired calving window and market them as bred females. One producer’s late-calving cow may be exactly what another producer needs, creating an opportunity to shorten the calving season while capturing value from a productive bred female. CONTINUED ON PAGE C34

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Use estrous synchronization. Synchronization with artificial insemination (AI) or natural service can increase the proportion of cows conceiving early and progressively shift calving toward the beginning of the calving season. In herds with calving seasons longer than 120 days, two synchronization periods 20 to 30 days apart can help move late-calving cows earlier. Simple protocols can also be used with natural service; work with your Extension specialist or reproductive specialist to select an appropriate protocol. Maintain an appropriate bull-to-female ratio, generally 1 bull over two years of age for every 15 to 25 females. Shorten the breeding season. A breeding season of 60 to 90 days is a reasonable target for many operations. Producers who leave bulls with cows longer than this should consider removing them earlier to begin shortening the following calving season. The goal is to consistently select cows that become pregnant early and remove females that repeatedly fail to conceive within the desired window. Well-managed operations can progressively shorten the breeding season to 45 days or less, further concentrating calving and increasing selection pressure for reproductive efficiency. A 45-day breeding season can increase the number of calves born early, improve calf-crop uniformity, concentrate labor and herd health activities, improve nutritional management, identify open or late-breeding cows earlier, and provide greater opportunity to select replacement heifers from cows that consistently breed early. Plan for breeding conditions. Mud and wet conditions can make breeding-season management difficult. Consider portable facilities or alternative working areas on higher ground. If conditions consistently create challenges, evaluate whether shifting the calving season would provide a more favorable breeding environment. Consider the effects on nutrition, weather exposure, labor, marketing, and overall herd management before making a change. Consider using AI or a reproductive technician. If time or labor limits implementation of a synchronization program, an AI technician or reproductive specialist can reduce producer workload while providing opportunities for reproductive and genetic improvement. When developing a synchronization program, work backward from the desired calving season. Timing of breeding determines the timing of calving, so establishing the desired calving window should be the first step in developing a breeding plan. Summary A well-defined calving season is an important component of a profitable and productive cow-calf operation. A concentrated calving season improves calf-crop uniformity, provides labor and nutritional advantages, and increases the opportunity to capture the benefits of early-born calves and replacement females. Using pregnancy diagnosis, estrous synchronization, AI or natural service, appropriate bull management, and strategic culling can progressively tighten calving distribution. The goal is simple: get more cows pregnant earlier, produce a more uniform calf crop, and build a more productive and profitable cow herd.

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ARS researchers identified methods to reduce antibiotic use in livestock, potentially saving the U.S. beef industry between $50M and $100M per year and reducing the risk of antimicrobial resistance in cattle production settings. Metaphylaxis is the process of treating a group of animals with an antibiotic that shows no signs of disease but have been exposed to an infectious disease. This intervention is often used under veterinary directions to protect cattle with a higher risk of disease due to exposure to illness. Metaphylaxis is used in cattle at entry to the feedlot and can help prevent widespread disease outbreaks. ARS scientists in Lubbock, TX, worked with university partners to evaluate the effects of administering a metaphylaxis dose randomly to either 100%, 66%, 33%, or 0% of high-risk beef cattle groups as they entered the feedlot. The results showed that treating the entire group or only two thirds of the cattle in a group at entry reduced illnesses by 61% in the first 35 days. This study shows the effectiveness of metaphylactic antibiotic intervention on as few as twothirds of a group, thereby reducing antibiotic use by onethird which saves money, decreases risk of antimicrobial resistance, and maintains cattle health.

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By Joe Zeleznik, Forester, NDSU Extension In case you missed it last week, emerald ash borer (EAB) was found in Bismarck, North Dakota. City crews were removing some declining ash trees and noticed the telltale signs of EAB – serpentine galleries beneath the bark and D-shaped exit holes. The arborists looked closer and found the insect itself. Bummer. EAB is a very destructive pest, and its impact on North Dakota will be big. That’s pretty vague, so let’s look at EAB “by the numbers.” Three: the number of North Dakota counties with known EAB infestations. The first find was in LaMoure County in August 2024. No new infestations were found in 2025, but both Cass and Burleigh followed this year. 90 million: the estimated number of ash trees in North Dakota’s native forests, shelterbelts and urban forests. There’s a lot at stake. 22%: Bismarck’s current population of boulevard ash trees. Since 2008, the city forestry department has worked hard to reduce the percentage of ash trees by removing those in poor condition or those in poor locations. In 2008, 36% of Bismarck’s urban forest was ash trees. Up to 80%: the amount of boulevard ash in some communities in North Dakota. The cost to remove and replace those trees will be substantial. Many communities have already begun diversifying their urban forests, but some have not. Find out more about your community’s urban forest via the ND Tip Tool, courtesy of the North Dakota Forest Service: https://ndcitytrees.org/NorthDakota/. $950,000: the amount of funding allocated by the North Dakota legislature for communities to prepare for emerald ash borer. The funds were distributed via a grant program managed by the North Dakota Forest Service. It’s unknown if funding for these efforts will continue. 250-plus: the number of EAB traps placed across the state by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture. Traps have been placed every year since 2008 in high-risk areas such as campgrounds, rest areas and large rail yards. While EAB will spread only about one to two miles per year on its own, long-distance spread mainly occurs through the movement of firewood and through wood packing materials. $5,000: the fine for moving firewood out of a quarantined county. Quarantines are set by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture; a map of quarantined counties is available at https://www.ndda.nd.gov/eab. Two to three years: the duration of protection against EAB provided by injections of emamectin benzoate, a highly effective insecticide. The insecticide must be injected, most often by a professional. Injections are pricey but highly effective for two years, sometimes three. Approximately 40%: the maximum amount of canopy dieback that an ash tree can suffer due to EAB and still respond to injections of emamectin benzoate. This measurement is approximate – sometimes, a tree with 40% dieback won’t recover, even with a timely insecticide treatment. 15 miles: the distance from an EAB find, where injections are recommended. Another way to look at this is that injections are not recommended unless EAB has been found within 15 miles of your location. It might take 10 years or more before EAB reaches your area, and giving unnecessary treatments can be a waste of both time and money. Emerald ash borer is in our state, and it’s not going away. Prepare your own yard, farmstead or community for this pest. NDSU Extension has more information about EAB biology and its management: ndsu.ag/EAB-26. Managing EAB in communities has its own challenges, and NDSU Extension has information to help prepare your town: ndsu.ag/EAB-community.

Unraveling the mystery of a perceived pest: Thrips in dry beans By Aarju Aryal, UNL Master’s Student / Dr. Pin-Chu Lai, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist

Almost too small to see with the naked eye, thrips can be in your dry beans, and you’ll never know until you see cupping on leaves. Dry bean growers, especially in southwestern Nebraska, often apply insecticides for thrips, although little is known about the impact of thrips on production. University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Master’s Student Aarju Aryal has been conducting research on slender insects with fringed wings, only a few millimeters long, at the Crop IPM Entomology Lab at the UNL Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center (PREEC) in Scottsbluff. “They injure bean plants by feeding on and laying eggs in plant tissues, including leaves, flowers, and pods. In addition, thrips can transmit plant viruses, causing diseases in dry beans,” Aryal said. “Warm, dry springs accelerate thrips population growth, leading to higher infestations.” Aryal has been identifying thrips species in dry beans, comparing classes and varieties to determine which are good hosts for thrips and which tend to support higher or lower populations. She is also testing the commonly used neonicotinoid seed treatment and foliar insecticide to evaluate how well the insecticides reduce thrips abundance and damage. “We are looking beyond the crop itself, at the common weed species growing in and around bean fields, to identify which of them serve as alternative hosts where thrips populations can build up before moving into the dry beans,” she said. Many growers plant seed treated with a neonicotinoid insecticide as a precaution against them. Later in the season, when leaf cupping caused by thrips feeding shows up in the field, a foliar spray of acephate often follows. Both of those management actions are made without knowing whether the treatment reduces thrips numbers or damage, and without knowing how much yield loss, if any, thrips would have caused had nothing been applied. Very little information exists on which thrips species feed on dry beans in the western and southwestern region of Nebraska, or on how their feeding affects plant growth and yield. Those knowledge gaps leave growers investing in treatments with unknown returns. Future studies will develop economic thresholds linking thrips abundance and crop injury to yield loss, helping growers determine when treatment is justified. Refining scouting methods and identifying vulnerable growth stages will support more timely, targeted, and cost-effective management decisions. The Crop IPM Entomology lab at PREEC contin-

ues to conduct research to address critical knowledge gaps through a combination of field trials at the research station and laboratory studies since 2024. Through field sampling in 2024 and 2025, two thrips species were identified commonly feeding on dry beans across the Nebraska Panhandle: western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) and onion thrips (Thrips tabaci). The western flower thrips is the predominant species, present in dry bean fields throughout the growing season. More information and updates on this research, including a webinar summarizing the major findings of the study, can be found at Dry Beans Webinar Series. Additional research updates and information about ongoing work with thrips in dry beans are available at https://lai-lab-unlpreec-entomology.weebly.com/thrips-in-dry-beans. html. ##### Animals that lay eggs don’t have belly buttons.

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Stretching forage supplies with agriculture byproducts and crop residues

By Kim Ricardo, SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist per pound of protein rather than cost per For most producers across the Plains, forton. To determine cost per pound of nutrient age supplies are looking limited because of producers should first determine cost per decreased forage production from persistent pound of feed. drought conditions, making now a suitable Feed cost per ton / 2,000 = $/lb of feed time to explore alternative feed options. After determining price per pound of Producers should begin evaluating current feed, determine the pounds of nutrient per forage inventory to determine how much pound of feed. feed is needed to carry livestock through Feed crude protein % / 100 = lb of nuthe rest of the season and begin making trient per lb of feed purchasing decisions in a timely manner Once pound of nutrient per pound of before supplies dwindle further and prices feed has been calculated, calculate cost per increase. Agricultural byproducts such as pound of nutrient. distillers grains, soybean hulls, sunflower Cost per lb of feed / lb of nutrient per lb meal, and crop residues are a readily availof feed = cost per lb of nutrient able and cost-effective solution to stretch Additional cost and labor considerations hay supplies when resources are limited. associated with transportation, storage, Many byproduct feeds provide a reliable source of high-quality digestible energy, mineral balance, and availability should protein, and/or fiber. Depending on local also be factored in to help make purchasing markets and resources, byproducts are ofdecisions. ten readily available in the Northern Plains Crop residues serve as another useful and and can be a cost-effective feedstuff for readily available resource to help stretch livestock producers. Byproducts are most tight hay supplies. Corn stalks, small grain effectively fed to livestock when used as stubble, and sorghum and soybean residue part of a balanced ration rather than used as can provide additional grazing opportunities a complete replacement for forages. When to extend grazing days and conserve hay used in conjunction with forage resources, supplies. It is important to recognize that byproducts can serve as a great option to using crop residues is most cost-effective conserve hay inventory, reduce feed costs, and nutrient dense immediately following and improve operational flexibility during harvest as selective grazing will decrease dry years. nutrient-dense grain, leaves, and husks over Common agricultural byproducts availtime. Because of this decrease in nutritive able in South Dakota include distillers value over time, some additional supplegrains, soybean hulls, wheat middlings, beet mentation is often necessary when grazing pulp, corn gluten feed, and sunflower meal. crop residues. Often, when grazing crop Soy hulls provide moderate energy and are residues, protein is the first limiting factor. high in digestible fiber, making them a great A general rule of thumb to follow when resource to replace a portion of hay in the grazing corn residue, is when there are no diet. Wheat middlings are an all-around longer any kernels in the feces it is time to byproduct that provides moderate sources move livestock or provide additional protein of protein, energy, and fiber to livestock supplementation. Agricultural byproducts making them a great feed source for most can serve as a readily available supplementaspecies and classes of livestock. Beet pulp tion resource that compliments crop residue provides a highly digestible source of fiber grazing. Stocking rate and grazing length is and moderate source of energy, which helps highly variable and dependent on the amount maintain rumen environment and offset of grain remaining following harvest. When nutrient deficiencies found in lower-quality grazing sorghum residue, special considerhay and crop residues. Corn gluten feed supation should be given to the possibility of plies adequate sources of protein, energy, excessive nitrate accumulation following and digestible fiber and is an economical drought years or on heavily fertilized fields. supplement option that can replace a portion Use forage and nitrate testing to understand of hay in the diet. Sunflower meal is high risks and determine how to safely feed livein protein and provides some additional stock high-nitrate feedstuffs. fiber, making it a great protein supplement Crop residues and byproducts can be when livestock are consuming low-quality valuable tools to help stretch forage supplies forages or crop residues. when resources are limited. Taking inventoWhen determining what byproducts to ries and evaluating feed needs and resources feed livestock, it is important to utilize in the late summer can improve flexibility forage and feed tests to know exactly what and help producers enter the winter months nutrients are being provided and which with greater confidence. Understanding the may require additional supplementation. nutritional needs of livestock and how to Using that information to determine which best match nutrient content of feeds to those feedstuffs are most cost-effective based on needs will maximize feed efficiency and reprice per nutrient rather than price per ton duce feeding costs. For more information on is essential to reducing supplementation matching feed supply with livestock nutrient costs. Table 1 demonstrates an example of needs, see Matching Winter Forage Supply comparing different feedstuffs based on cost to Herd Needs. Table 1. Feed Cost Comparison. Feed Cost per Ton($)1 Crude Protein (%)1 Cost per lb of CP ($) Soybean Hulls 250 12 1.04 Distillers Grains 300 30 0.50 Wheat Middlings 240 18 0.67 1 Cost per ton and protein content of feedstuffs are examples only and do not represent market or specific nutrient value. When purchasing byproducts, producers should request a nutrient analysis to help make purchasing decisions.

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