April 2013 Nebraska Farm Bureau News

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31 ISSUE 4
APRIL 17, 2013
Nebraska
Farm Bureau News
Preparing for the 2013 Drought

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Thank You FBFS Agents for All Your Work in Membership

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Learn More About FB's Efforts To Alter SPCC Regulations

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President Proposes Large Cuts to Ag Spending

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Water Task Force Could Address Future Funding Needs

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Nebraska Farm Bureau News
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In Every Issue 3-4 County News 5 Member Benefits 6 Whats Cooking? 8 State News 22 Want Ads
The Presidents Message

By Steve Nelson, President Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation
Farm Bill is National Security

A U.S. Department of State blog post in 2011 said it best, investments made to ward off food insecurity and prevent its recurrence can prevent vicious cycles of rising extremism, armed conflict and state failure that can require far larger [U.S.] commitments of resources down the road. Yes, farm and ranch families are the direct recipients of many of the benefits of a farm bill. Farm programs provide a safety net to help protect from the risks of weather disasters and other worldly conditions beyond our control. But, the farm bill and farm programs also exist to ensure there is a viable food supply for all the people of our nation. Its a major part of our overall national security that provides stability not just here at home, but abroad to try and keep peace in an increasingly dangerous world. Critics will be critics. Not everyone can or will appreciate the fact the average farmer today feeds 154 people annually (roughly 40 people more than the average in 1980), nor the fact we do so using less land, water, fertilizer and chemical than ever before. But when it comes to the farm bill and farm programs, it should be clear the purpose and intent is ultimately to help all Americans. Thats a point we shouldnt be afraid to share with everyone family, friends and neighbors included.
On the Cover Farmers across the state need to begin planning how their operation can prepare for managing less than ideal conditions. Photo by Tara Grell
What's Cooking May is National Barbecue Month, so fire up your grill and try this month's recipes. page 6
Leadership Academy 2013 participants learned about state government and media training during their April session. page 17
s discussions renew in Washington, D.C., about the direction and passage of a new farm bill, its a good time to be mindful of why we have farm bill conversations at all. Thats particularly true in light of the sometimes immense scrutiny the farm bill and farmers receive from being affiliated with farm programs. The scrutiny isnt limited to Washington, D.C., activists and can be closer to home than many of us on the farm or ranch would like to think. I often hear that Americans are becoming more interested in knowing about how their food is raised and about where it comes from. Unfortunately, much of what they hear is negative and that includes the farm bill and many of its programs, like crop insurance. While there are many different opinions and attitudes on the farm bill and farm programs, the one thing we should never lose sight of is that farm programs are truly about ensuring our food security which is squarely rooted in protecting our national security. Without question one, if not the most important role of the U.S. government is to provide for the safety and security of its citizens. When hearing the words national security, most people think of soldiers, tanks, missiles and all the work of the U.S. military is charged with to protect and defend our citizens from outside threats that would seek to do us harm. Food security, however, is every bit as vital to our countrys national security. The ability to produce an adequate supply of food and allow citizens access to food is clearly linked to a countrys prosperity and stability. Thats not an opinion, but a fact proven by history and the sole reason the U.S. is so heavily involved in providing foreign food aid.
VOLUME 31 ISSUE 4 April 17, 2013 USPS 375-780 ISSN 0745-6522
FFA State Convention Nebraska Farm Bureau received an award for Distinguished Service to the Nebraska FFA Association. Visit www.flickr.com/photos/ nefarmbureau to see photos from the Convention. page 19
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Steve Nelson, president (Axtell) Mark McHargue, first vice president (Central City) Rob Robertson, chief administrator/ secretary-treasurer (Lincoln)
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APRIL 17, 2013
COUNTY NEWS
Kimball/Banner County Farm Bureau
3-Pointers Score Money for Local Schools

Kimball/Banner County Farm Bureau celebrated Farm Bureau Membership Month in February with a program to benefit local high schools. The county donated $5 for each three-point basket scored by the Kimball and Banner County High Schools varsity girls and boys basketball during February home games and sub-district games. Banner County High School scored 14 baskets and will use the money for special apps for a new grade school project. Kimball High School scored eight baskets and will use the donation for the Positive Behavior Support program which teaches appropriate expectations in a variety of areas. Pictured is junior Brenton Soule scoring a three-pointer for Banner County High School.
Box Butte County Farm Bureau
Commissioners Sign National Ag Week Proclamation

Box Butte County Farm Bureau requested the Box Butte County Commissioners sign a proclamation recognizing the farmers, ranchers and agri-business partners in the county for National Ag Week. The commissioners signed the proclamation (pictured at left) March 18 at the Box Butte County Courthouse in Alliance, Neb. Pictured from left are Box Butte County Farm Bureau board members: Corrina Robbins, Bart and Kathy Dye; and Box Butte County Commissioners: Susan Lore (chairperson), Sandy McCarthy and Doug Hashman. The Box Butte County Farm Bureau board also had the Alliance City Council sign a similar proclamation March 21 at their board meeting.
Madison County Farm Bureau
Workshop Teaches Farm and Business Succession

Madison County Farm Bureau sponsored a Farm and Business Succession workshop at the Lifelong Learning Center in Norfolk, Neb., March 20 with Eryka Morehead, Farm Bureau Financial Services life specialist facilitator. Morehead explained the steps that must be taken in order to preserve a family farm or other business.
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COUNTY NEWS
Adams County Farm Bureau
County Farm Bureau Speaks at Chamber Social Event

Adams County Farm Bureau President Tyler Fitzke (in red) made some announcements at the Hastings Chamber of Commerce social event March 21 at the Prairie Loft Center near Hastings, Neb.
Douglas County Farm Bureau
County Donates Funds to Innovative Plant Science Program

Douglas County Farm Bureau board members met with Heritage Elementary faculty and staff as well as the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension April 9 in Bennington, Neb., to present grant funds that will be utilized for an innovative plant science program called The Growing Project. Pictured front row from left are: Rhonda Martin, Heritage Elementary fifth/sixth grade teacher; Mariah Hanson, Heritage Elementary third grade teacher; Darleen Tonack, Douglas County Farm Bureau board member; Tracy J. Behnken, UNL Extension Educator and Heritage Elementary parent; Doris Gottsch, Douglas County Farm Bureau board member; Jess Koehler, All Star Kids, before and after school program director; Therese Nelson, Heritage Elementary School principal; Natalia Bjorklund, UNL Extension Educator in horticulture. Pictured back row from left are: Grant Lurvey, Heritage Elementary maintenance; Melvin Valasek, Douglas County Farm Bureau board member; Jerry Gottsch, Douglas County Farm Bureau board member; Richard Musel, Douglas County Farm Bureau board member.
Lancaster County Farm Bureau
FFA Chapters Participate in Grocery Race for Local Food Banks

Lancaster County Farm Bureau sponsored a Grocery Race among the Waverly and Raymond Central FFA Chapters at Lovegrove Grocery in Waverly, Neb., on April 11. Raymond Central FFA members collected groceries valued at $344.41 to win the contest and donated that food to the Food Bank of Lincoln. The Waverly FFA Chapter collected $255.29 in groceries for the Waverly Food Bank. The two FFA chapters collected $599.70 in groceries, which were paid for by Lancaster County Farm Bureau and donated to the local food banks. Lancaster County Farm Bureau also donated $300 to the Raymond Central FFA Chapter and $200 to the Waverly FFA Chapter. Lancaster County Farm Bureau members helping with the event were Erma McGill, John McGill and Herschel Staats. Karl Linke, Nebraska Farm Bureau district director of member services for the southeast, also helped. Alex Shada, public relations director for the Food Bank of Lincoln, was also at the grocery race.
Photo Courtesy of Peggy Brown, The Waverly News
Pictured from left are Waverly FFA chapter members Aaron Ochsner, Caitlin Davis, Nicki Larsen, Malcom Carney, Lynsey Erickson, Olivia Freriks, Shaylee Truax and Lancaster County Farm Bureau board member David Grimes.
Photo Courtesy of Peggy Brown, The Waverly News
Pictured from left are Lancaster County Farm Bureau board member David Grimes and Raymond Central FFA chapter members Jeff Hornung, Cory Storn, Morgan Rezac and Matthew Grimes.
Nebraska Annual FBFS Agents Meeting Awards March 22

Congratulations and Thank You!
Most New Members Signed by an Agent in 2012 Per Agency Most Farmer/Rancher Members Signed
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Agency 1
Agency 2
Dustin Weiss
Agency 3
Ryan Rohl
Adrian Diaz
Agency 4
Troy Perchal
Agency 5
Sherry Leriger
Agency 6
Allen Walton
APRIL 17, 2013
MEMBER BENEFITS
Farm Bureau Members Save Millions On Purchases From Grainger
Nationwide, Farm Bureau members save millions every year on purchases from Grainger thanks to the Farm Bureau member discount program. In fact, last year was a record year in terms of Farm Bureau members total purchases from Grainger and the amount of money they saved through the Farm Bureau discount program. Whether you are purchasing for the farm or simply for your house, Grainger is the place to find what you need and save money. The Grainger program is becoming an even more important, more valuable benefit for Nebraska Farm Bureau members, said Roger Berry, vice president of member services. The ability of all members farmers and non-farmers alike to see savings from this program is substantial. Through the exclusive arrangement that Nebraska Farm Bureau has with W.W. Grainger Inc., Nebraska Farm Bureau members received discounts on thousands of products from engines, tools and industrial supplies to office equipment, outdoor equipment and heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment. The minimum discount is 10 percent, and the discount goes up to as much as 50 percent off catalog prices, depending on the product. Nationwide members saved $7,157,000 on their catalog purchases and another $518,000 on purchases made online at grainger.com. The discounts also apply to in-store purchases. The Farm Bureau contract allows Farm Bureau members who dont have Grainger accounts to benefit from the companys large stock of brandname equipment, tools and supplies. Ordinarily, individuals are not able to buy from Grainger because the company is a wholesaler, not a retailer. In addition, Farm Bureau members receive free shipping on all purchases, a benefit that can save a hefty amount of money on large, heavy items. Buyers must register with Grainger to get free shipping. In addition to heavy-duty, industrial equipment and supplies, Farm Bureau members can order products most homeowners need, such as air-conditioner filters, batteries, outdoor furniture, small appliances and even exercise equipment at deep discounts and with free shipping. Any Farm Bureau member can walk into a Grainger branch or log onto nefb.org/ members, click on the member benefits tab and save hundreds or possibly even thousands of dollars on things they need around the home or farm, Berry said. A member can recoup his or her membership dues and more with just one purchase from Grainger. For more information go to nefb.org or call Shelley Kurtzer at 402-421-4449.
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APRIL 17, 2013
WHATS COOKING?
Submit your own recipes, and photos if available by emailing tarag@nefb.org. All past recipes can be found on nefb.org.
May Is National Barbecue Month

Chocolate Dessert Wraps Paul Bunyan Burgers
Ingredients 4 bacon strips, diced 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 3 thin onion slices 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 pound ground beef 4 slices processed American cheese 4 hamburger buns Directions 1. In a skillet, cook bacon pieces until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel. 2. In the drippings, saute mushrooms and onion until tender. Transfer to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Add the bacon. 3. In another bowl, combine the egg, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Add the ground beef and mix well. 4. Shape into 8 (1/4-inch thick) patties. 5. Divide bacon mixture among 4 patties. Top each patty with a cheese slice, folding in corners of cheese so they do not extend beyond the edges of the patties. 6. Top with remaining 4 patties; seal edges. 7. Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 10-12 minutes or until meat juices run clear, turning once. 8. Serve on buns. Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas 1 cup miniature marshmallows 1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Ice cream optional Directions 1. Spread 2 tablespoons of peanut butter on each tortilla. 2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup marshmallows and 2 tablespoons chocolate chips on half of each tortilla. 3. Roll up, beginning with the chocolate chip/marshmallow side. 4. Wrap each tortilla in heavy-duty foil; seal tightly. 5. Place on the grill, close the lid and grill over low heat for 5-10 minutes or until heated through, turning occasionally. 6. Remove from grill; unwrap tortillas and place on dessert plates. Serve with ice cream. Yield: 4 servings
Grilled Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Grilled Peaches and Cream

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup barbecue sauce, divided 1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Gouda cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro Directions 1. Preheat your grill. Oil the grate when ready to grill. 2. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place on the grill, close the lid and grill over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170 F. Baste frequently with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce. Set chicken aside and keep warm. 3. Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 10 inch x 12 inch rectangle. 4. Lightly oil each side of the dough; place on the grill. Cover and grill over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, or until the bottom is lightly browned (do not flip the dough). Remove from the grill. 5. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes. 6. Spread the grilled side of each pizza with 1/4 cup barbecue sauce; layer with chicken, onion, cheese and cilantro. 7. Return the pizzas to the grill. Cover and cook each pizza for 4-5 minutes or until the bottom is lightly browned and cheese is melted. Yield: 2 pizzas, 4 pieces each Ingredients 4 peaches, halved and pitted 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup soft cream cheese with honey and nuts 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Directions 1. Preheat grill to medium-high. 2. Brush peach halves with light coating of oil and place cut side down on grill. Grill for 5 minutes or until peaches have nice grill marks. 3. Turn the peaches over and drizzle with a bit of honey. 4. Place a dollop of cream cheese spread in the pit cavity. 5. Grill for 2-3 more minutes or until the filling is warm. 6. Sprinkle with chopped nuts. Serve immediately. Yield: 4-8 servings
UPCOMING MONTHS
Below are themes for the coming months! Submit your recipe to tarag@nefb.org. May fresh fruits and vegetables June ramen noodle recipes August honey and biscuit recipes September recipes on a dime October famous fast food/restaurant recipes
Chocolate Dessert Wraps recipe from Taste of Homes Quick Cooking Annual Recipes 2000. Paul Bunyan Burgers recipe adapted from Taste of Homes Quick Cooking Annual Recipes 2001. Grilled Barbecued Chicken Pizza recipe from tasteofhome.com. Grilled Peaches and Cream recipe from allrecipes.com. All photos from Lois Linke, wife of Karl Linke, Nebraska Farm Bureau district director of member services for the southeast.
APRIL 17, 2013
Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is Open for Business

The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture (NFB Foundation for Agriculture) has been created to provide a financially steady foundation for future Nebraska Farm Bureau programs and projects designed to support agriculture, enhance financial support for the Nebraska Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) program and help prioritize the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federations (NFBF) strategic fundraising efforts, Rob Robertson, NFBF chief administrator/secretary-treasurer, said April 10. Many Farm Bureaus across the U.S. have established their own foundations for agriculture. We see this as an opportunity to strengthen the Agriculture in the Classroom program and provide a vehicle for donors to target their donations to specific funding pillars within the Foundation. NFB Foundation for Agriculture will be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation and contributions are tax deductible, Robertson said. FUNDING PILLARS In order for Nebraska Farm Bureau to achieve these goals, funding pillars have been established to help market our fundraising efforts and to assure contributions are matched with the donor request. Theses specific funding pillars include: Agriculture in the Classroom and Ag Literacy; Leadership and Youth Development; Scholarships; Agriculture Education and Agricultural Research. In order to make this work, we had to merge the existing Nebraska Foundation for Agricultural Awareness (NFAA) into the new Foundation, which occurred March 18. The new NFB Foundation for Agriculture will manage and fund, not only the Nebraska AITC program, but also other Farm Bureau charitable activities such as leadership and youth development, scholarships, ag education efforts, ag research and other charitable activities, said Robertson. Beginning May 1, the staff of the AITC program will transition to become employees of Nebraska Farm Bureau underneath the funding net of the new NFB Foundation for Agriculture. Cathy Day has accepted an appointment to become the interim executive director for the NFB Foundation for Agriculture effective April 15. Deanna Karmazin will continue to serve, as the program director for the Nebraska AITC program and Shayna Truax, who currently holds the position as the administrative assistant for NFBFs communication strategy and issue management department, will become the new program assistant for the Foundation, he said. NFB FOUNDATION BOARD The NFBF Board of Directors will surface and then appoint a new 11-member board for the new NFB Foundation for Agriculture. New board members will be made up of a cross section of Nebraska Farm Bureau leaders and agriculture, agribusiness and educational leaders external to Farm Bureau, Robertson said. Many of the already planned fundraisers for AITC, such as the golf tournament, will be continue to be held. This year the golf tournament will be Monday, Aug. 12, at HillCrest in Lincoln. In the meantime the NFB Foundation for Agriculture will move forward to hire a new fundraiser to map out a funding strategy for the new foundation. Overall the new foundation should bring stability and longevity to AITC and Farm Bureau programs and events. It will improve the long-term viability of Nebraska Farm Bureau and Nebraska agriculture, Robertson said.
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STATE NEWS Legislative Happenings

With two-thirds of the 2013 legislative session now in the books, state lawmakers head into the home stretch still working toward the passage of a two-year budget and finishing up work on priority bills. State lawmakers are slated to close the session the first week in June. Budget Talks To Begin The Legislatures Appropriations Committee has until May 1 to put forth a proposed two-year state budget for consideration by the full Legislature. Nebraska Farm Bureaus interest in the budget debate will focus on continued funding for the states property tax credit program. The program provides a real property tax credit to individuals paying property taxes. In 2012 alone, $115 million were allocated by the state to the program which provided a direct credit of $71.50 per $100,000 of valuation on real property. The credit shows up annually on property tax statements. Nebraska Farm Bureau has been a major supporter of the program over the years as it is the one program providing direct property tax relief to farmers and ranchers. Tax Bump to Offset Park Entry Senators began first round floor debate April 10 on a bill that would raise the motor vehicle registration fee on most vehicles by $7 to generate additional funding for Game and Parks Commission capital improvement projects and other budgetary needs. The $7 fee increase would be used to eliminate the $25 state park entry permit and allow Nebraska residents to use the state parks for free. LB 362 was introduced by Sen. Bill Avery of Lincoln. Nebraska Farm Bureau opposes the bill because of the precedent the bill would set in terms of roads funding. Traditionally, taxes and fees on motor vehicles have gone to funding road construction and maintenance. Nebraska Farm Bureau has been a strong supporter of roads funding and opposes efforts to divert tax resources which have traditionally been directed to roads and other uses. Also, the bill would result in a tax increase on farmers, ranchers and other motor vehicle owners. Senators ceased debate on the bill without taking a vote. It is unclear if debate on this bill will resume this session. Environmental Trust Funds A bill that would put more accountability in the use of Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET) funds used for land purchases narrowly advanced to second round floor debate April 4. Sen. Tyson Larson of ONeill, Neb., introduced the measure to help prevent landowners from being stuck with higher property taxes when land purchased with NET dollars is removed from county tax rolls. LB 57 would require the NET board to approve the first subsequent sale or transfer of land originally purchased using NET funds. It would also require that land purchased with NET grant money which is later sold or turned over to the federal government resulting in a loss of the lands property valuation for tax purposes to be replaced with in-lieu-of-tax payments or a permanent endowment fund. Nebraska Farm Bureau supported the bill as the organizations policy opposes the use of NET funds to purchase real property or conservation easements by non-political entities. The bill was filibustered for eight hours before senators voted for cloture, a measure to force a vote on the measure by the full body. Lawmakers then advanced the measure for second round floor debate on a 2717 vote. Some concerns still exist over the amended bill, and Nebraska Farm Bureau will be working with other stakeholder groups and senators in an attempt to address some of these concerns and questions. State Aid to Schools The Legislature's Education Committee has advanced this sessions state aid to schools bill for debate by the full Legislature. The measure advanced from Committee on a 5-3 vote. Sen. Kate Sullivan of Cedar Rapids, Neb., who chairs the Education Committee, introduced the legislation. LB 407 would increase state aid to K-12 schools by a little over 6 percent compared to the current school year, to a total of just over $900 million. In comparison, the governor's budget contained a state aid increase of around 5 percent, and preliminary figures prior to the session estimated state aid would increase approximately 11 percent if the state aid formula were left untouched. The distribution of state aid dollars to the state's 249 school systems is expected to be controversial. Larger schools in the state have expressed concerns over the bill as advanced and could seek changes during floor debate. This school year over 100 school systems did not receive state equalization aid, largely due to increasing agricultural land values and declining student numbers. In terms of how the formula treats schools, schools with declining enrollment appear to have less need for aid, while those with increasing valuations look to have more local resources available which means the formula provides them with less assistance. Under LB 407, the number of non-equalized school districts is likely to increase despite the increase of dollars in state aid. Nebraska Farm Bureau supports rural schools and is currently evaluating the bill and its impacts before taking an official position on the measure.
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APRIL 17, 2013
Presidents Proposed Budget Cuts Farm Programs

President Obama unveiled his $3.8 trillion spending plan on Wed., April 10, months after the original due date and weeks after both the House and Senate passed their budget bills. The plan is the latest sign of another showdown over the federal debt limit. However, prior to the release of the presidents budget, White House officials said the plan is the presidents blueprint and bottom-line offer for getting the federal borrowing under control. This is our sticking point, the official said. And the question is, are Republicans going to be willing to come to us to do some serious things to reduce our deficits? The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) forecasted a $3.6 trillion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, beginning October 1; however, Obama called for an additional $170 billion. The CBO also forecasted a deficit of $616 billion in 2014, while Obama unveiled a larger gap between spending and revenues of $744 billion. CROP INSURANCE/ FARM PROGRAM In his budget proposal, Obama pitched funding of $22.6 billion for the Agriculture Department with targeted increases for research into obesity, food safety, bioenergy and climate change, as well as a first-ever proposal for mandatory funding to the Land and Water Conservation Fund that protects national parks, wildlife refuges and national forests. However, the budget also includes major cuts to farm programs. The president's proposed budget looks to trim support for crop insurance premiums by 3 percent for policies where the USDA subsidizes half of the premiums. This would equate to a cut of $4.2 billion over 10 years out of the crop insurance program. The proposal would also reduce subsidies for policies that allow farmers to insure at harvest-time prices by 2 percent, cutting an additional $3.2 billion over 10 years. Direct payments are also on the chopping block under the presidents budget. The move by the president mirrors the actions taken by Congress in their farm bill proposals last year. However, agricultural leaders in both the House and the Senate used some of the funding from the direct payment program to develop a new agricultural safetynet including a shallow-loss revenue program, updated target price program, as well as improvements to crop insurance. The president appears to move most of the savings from the elimination of direct payments away from the farm bill. CONSERVATION PROGRAMS Conservation programs also appear to be on the chopping block. The presidents proposal would eliminate $400 million in spending from the popular Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQUIP) for 2014. The Conservation Stewardship program would lose $288 million by capping the number of acres enrolled to 12 million for 2014 and bring the number down 10.4 million acres through the next farm bill. A reduction of 7 million acres, currently 32 million acres, enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program is also included. FOOD AID Another important component of the proposed budget is a significant change to the countrys international food aid program. The proposal includes ending a nearly 60-year practice of buying food from American farmers and shipping it abroad. Obama is proposing that the government now buy the food within the developing countries to save money and time in shipping the food. While saving money, the proposed change means lost income for American famers. The change has already caused backlash including more than 21 senators writing a letter to the president opposing the change. The food stamp program is not specifically identified in Obamas proposal, but is expected to be left untouched. In comparison, the House budget cuts $31 billion in farm programs while turning the food stamp program into a blockgrant, cash benefit program after employment recovers. However, the Senate budget cuts $23 billion in farm programs while leaving funding for the food stamp program untouched. Additional agriculture industry highlights on the presidents proposal include: $22.6 billion in discretionary funding for the Department of Agriculture; $55 million for a new economic development grant program targeting small, emerging private businesses and cooperatives in rural areas; $4 billion in loans to rural electric cooperatives and utilities; $238 million program level funding for the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP); $148 million in research for crop protection, sustainable agriculture, climate change, child obesity and food safety; Increases funding for the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative to $383 million; and $7.6 billion for discretionary nutrition programs including $7.1 billion for the Women, Infants and Childrens program. SCRAPERS AND ROLLERS
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APRIL 17, 2013
Farm Bureau Sends Farm Bill Proposal to Capitol Hill

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) sent a farm bill proposal to Capitol Hill April 8. Approved by the AFBF Board of Directors, the proposal offers a diverse mix of risk management and safety net tools to benefit a wide range of farms and it saves $23 billion compared to the cost of continuing the current program. The American Farm Bureau Federation farm bill proposal helps reduce the nations budget deficit, provides an adequate economic safety net for the nations farmers and is based on several core policy principles, according to AFBF President Bob Stallman. There is far less money this year than last with which to secure an adequate safety net for the many family-owned farms that make up the bulk of Americas agricultural system, Stallman said April 8. Last year, Congress merely extended the old 2008 Farm Bill until Sept. 30 of this year. Now, while unfortunately we have less money to work with, it is vital that Congress complete a new five-year farm bill this year. Doing so is in the economic interest of our entire nation. Farm Bureau supports a program that reduces complexity while allowing producers increased flexibility to plant in response to market demand. Farm policy should provide a strong and effective safety net and viable risk management programs for farmers that do not guarantee a profit but, instead, protect them from catastrophic occurrences, Stallman said. We also want to ensure that terms of our farm programs do not affect a farmers decision of which crop to plant. The program must comply with our World Trade Organization agreements. Specifically, the AFBF proposal calls for a three-legged safety net for program crop farmers that includes: a stacked income protection plan commonly called STAX; an improved crop insurance program; and target prices and marketing loans. Under the proposal, all program crop farmers would have access to the marketing loan and crop insurance provisions and they would then select between a target price program and STAX to round out their safety net option. Because of funding limits, AFBF is proposing modifications be made to STAX for all eligible commodities. Those modifications would: reduce the crop insurance premium subsidization to 70 percent from 80 percent; not offer the multiplier option; not offer a harvest price option; allow STAX to be based on yield or revenue at the discretion of the producer; and allow purchase only as a buy-up policy with a 10-25 percent deductible rather than also providing for a stand-alone policy. In addition, under the STAX program suggested by Farm Bureau, no payments would be made until the county average revenue or yield fell by 10 percent from the historic amount. A target price program for all program commodities would be available except for cotton. Due to terms of Brazils World Trade Organization cotton case against the United States, cotton farmers would likely not be eligible for a marketing loan at the current level or any target price. For other crops, target price levels would be based on the marketing-year average price from the past five years (2007 through 2011) and those projected by the Congressional Budget Office for the next five years (2012 through 2016). To establish the actual target prices and provide general equity across crop sectors, these 2007-2016 average prices are reduced by 25 percent for corn and soybeans, 15 percent for wheat and 10 percent for rice and peanuts. Wheat has an adjustment of only 15 percent because it is produced mostly in the larger counties, making area yields less representative of individual producer experience and therefore less effective as a risk management tool. The Senate Agriculture Committee will likely begin markup of a comprehensive, long-term farm bill this month, while the House Ag Committee is considering moving a bill after the Senate Ag Committee completes its mark up.
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Spring Drought Management

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While Nebraska was one of the hardest hit states in the 2012 drought, a second year of low moisture is beginning to take shape. Farmers across the state need to begin to plan how their operation can prepare for managing less than ideal conditions. Charles Shapiro, a University of Nebraska Extension soil scientist in crop nutrition, adds his inputs on how a continuing drought for 2013 could impact farmers across the state and advises on how to prepare a drought management plan. 1) Compared to 2012, how will 2013 be different? The first year of the drought used stored moisture and whatever moisture came in the form of rain. Going into the 2012 growing season there was normal crop residue, which provides many benefits, especially cooling the soil during hot weather. However, in 2013 where rains have not replenished the soil moisture, there will be a need for more than normal rain. In addition, where crops were removed for silage or residue is non-existent, rain that comes will be more likely to evaporate from the soil surface, causing warmer soil temperatures during the summer. 2) What are some factors that could affect a farm in dealing with another year of drought? For the farm sector, the importance of utilizing government risk management programs is critical for the financial health of the enterprise. With a financial safety net, the agronomic issues may not be as critical since a failure might be covered. The differences out there have to do with the lack of moisture, and the lack of residue cover. With very dry conditions and very little residue, the soil is more vulnerable to wind and water erosion. There will not be one-size-fits all set of action steps, but one needs to examine the entire production system through the whole season and think about how each area will be affected. The areas that come to mind are agronomic practices such as what to plant, when to plant, how to plant and how much to plant. Other issues include management of weeds, diseases and insects. Also farmers need to be considerate of area soil fertility, how much was used by the crop last year what the maximum yield might be when irrigation is the sole water supply will be useful, or adding a conservative prediction of rain and the maximum output, to achieve a realistic expectation. Then create a management-cropping plan to match. The critical time to irrigate is around pollination and shortly after. 4) What are five drought management tips that farmers and ranchers can implement to protect their crops? a. Crop insurance. b. Revise cropping plan to delay as much input decisions until as late as possible. c. If crop insurance is not possible or inadequate, revising plans is much more critical. In this case, diversify as much as possible: i. Some corn on corn, choose varieties carefully for appropriate ones. ii. Some corn following soybeans. iii. Spread some planting date decisions. iv. Account for nutrients carefully. a. Starter might be a good option this year, if roots remain in the surface and cant explore deep, they may need to utilize more nitrogen from the top foot . v. Try to maintain cover as much as possible by reducing tillage.
compared to what was applied and how much might be left? Since many of these decisions are impossible to make with the weather unknown, which ones can be delayed and how long can they be delayed? 3) What are some key management tips that farmers can implement to protect their irrigated land? Last year under irrigation yields were fairly good where there was enough irrigation water and the pivot was capable of keeping up with crop needs. Keeping the pivot running and meeting crop needs would be the major management tip. Some areas to check that may affect water distribution, which is more important when most of the water is coming from irrigation: uniform water application, using the correct nozzle package and that pressure regulators are all functioning. If there are limitations on this, figuring out
Grazing and Forage

Grazing and forage are key concerns of the more than 20,000 cow-calf operations across the state of Nebraska. With the large number of cattle in the state, ranking second nationally in cattle and calves, many concerns are arising as another year of drought is on the horizon. Troy Walz is a UNL Extension educator for Custer County and previously served as the range and forage research technologist at the West Central Research and Extension Center. Walz adds his insight into grazing and forage management on cow-calf operations for upcoming challenges in 2013. 1) Compared to 2012, how will 2013 be different in terms of grazing and forage? In 2012 it warmed up early, this year we are not seeing this early warm up.Last year we were able to utilize residual grass or carryover grass from 2011.However this year, due to last years decreased forage production most producers will have limited residual grass, if any at all.Also, even if we receive normal precipitation we know that our pasture production of desirable plant species will be lower, due to the 2012 drought. 2) What are some factors that could affect a farm or ranch in dealing with another year of drought? The following are just a few factors: forage availability, forage price, feed price in general, cattle prices, as well as other financial considerations and impacts. Forage supplies were limited last year and supplies are very tight currently.For the most part, winter was an open winter and cow-calf producers were able to use corn stalk grazing to keep feed costs down and spare or stockpile expensive harvested forage. Even with normal rain fall, the root system of grass plants, due to the lack of moisture, has been stressed and grazing opportunities will be limited. Additionally, if a producer sells livestock, tax implications need to be considered. 3) What are five drought management tips that farmers and ranchers can implement to protect their grazing? For pastures and rangeland, recommendations for the year after a drought include:
Livestock on Feed
Nebraska is the number one state for production of commercial red meat and cattle slaughtered in the U.S.; however with the drought ongoing into 2013, this brings some additional management and planning challenges for feedlot operators to maximize feed efficiency across the state. Galen Erickson of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln adds his insight below to assist feedlot operators in preparing for an ongoing drought. Erickson is the Nebraska cattle industry professor of animal science in the department of animal science as well as the beef feedlot extension specialist. 1) Compared to 2012, how will 2013 be different in terms of managing livestock on feed? There have been recent decreases in prices of grain and byproducts, mostly related to the release of the planting intentions. What the weather does in the next two months will dictate what happens with this corn price. Most economists and forecasters suggest corn will be between $4 and $8 per bushel, leaving a wide range and is not overly helpful for planning. Regardless, the forage resource with the greatest potential following summer 2013 will be corn residue. Even with some yield drags due to poor moisture, most areas of Nebraska have irrigation available even though it may be restricted. We expect corn residue to be a possibility, but that is not helpful until fall. Sourcing forages will be important, for cow-calf, backgrounding and feedlots. Other residue options include wheat straw and corn stalks combined with distillers or gluten feeds, or the use of corn silage. In addition, when feed prices are expensive, even more focus is required on how feeds are managed and ways to improve feed efficiency or cost of gain. We can feed cheaper feeds and at times give up some feed efficiency, but cost of grain has to compensate for poorer feed efficiency. Clearly, use of technologies such as feed additives, implants, and beta-agonists offer real pluses when feed costs are expensive and cattle prices are expensive.
a) Delaying initial turn-out to pasture. b) Reduction of stocking rates or cull low performing cows. c) Capitalize on growth of weedy species that might occur. d) Use rotation grazing and in central/ western Nebraska, graze pastures only once from turn-out to killing frost. e) Use alternative forages. One option that many producers did last year was to early wean calves to lower the nutrient requirements of the cows by reducing lactation demands. Early weaning permits more cows to be carried on a limited forage supply as well as allowing calves to be fed to grow to their genetic potential. Another option is to relocate the cow herd to a non-drought area. If 2013 follows 2012, with the drought being so widespread, this may not be an option. 4) What are five drought management tips that farmers and ranchers can implement to protect their forage? a) Test forages to know what the nutrient content of their forages are and feed accordingly. b) Balance feed rations to minimize overfeeding and underfeeding. c) Minimize wasting any forage. d) Drylotting cows there are many ways to drylot cows and many feedlots are offering this service. Keep in mind that bunk space is critical and different than for feedlot cattle. If the ration is of high energy and protein content, it may not be necessary to feed cows to their capacity. e) Have a drought management plan and be prepared to implement it for prolonged drought.
We have seen real, sustained negative profitability that is hurting equity. Without improved profitability soon, we will unfortunately have less feeders. As an industry, we have more capacity than cattle to fill those spaces. With the drought and cow liquidation, there will be even fewer available. Managing risk with price protections seems prudent now more than ever. There are many ways to manage risk and some do not include the futures market, so I would encourage feeders to explore all those options that will eliminate or minimize risk and chances for huge losses. The key is to plan ahead. 2) What are some factors that could affect a farmer or rancher in dealing with another year of drought? In addition to what cow-calf producers may face with grazing and forage management, an additional challenge in some parts will be water for cattle.Operations that rely on ponds or man-made dugouts may be required to haul water. 3) What is the key drought management tip that feedlot operators can implement? Get an inventory of forages, byproducts and grain set there is risk that prices will drop for byproducts and grain, but there is risk of price increasing too depending on spring and summer rainfall. There is little doubt that forage will be limited regardless of weather, so feedlots need to have a plan for forage inventory, source and supply. Again, corn silage for fall 2013 may be the best option, followed by corn stalks and then other hays. Attracting cattle and purchasing economically will be key to profits returning in the feeding sector.
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I farm dryland and the soil conditions are very poor. We did receive some rain and snow the week of April 7-13. I have taken soil samples at 10 inches and found Aaron Ferhringer Madison County that the top three inches had adequate soil moisture giving the crops a chance to get started. From four inches on, the soil was in a powder like stage indicating there was either no or minimal moisture. Since there is no moisture from the topsoil down, the pastures seem to be a touch worse. But the recent moisture has the grass starting to slowly perk up and grow.
northwest
In our area, up until recently, we had no moisture to maybe an inch. I have been building a lot of fence, and there is absolutely no Tim Hruby moisture in the ground. Dawes County With last years drought and fires in our area, a lot of grass was grazed so this year there is no carry over. This winter and spring, ranchers have been bringing more yearlings to the sale barn because they dont have grass for the animals to eat. We did get between a foot and 18 inches of snow the week of April 7-13. This has brought peoples spirits up. Any moisture we get is a blessing and more people seem to be optimistic that Mother Nature will be kinder to us this year.
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I would rate the soil moisture as very poor. I have been digging postholes for fence, and you have to dig pretty deep for any moisHenry Beel ture, about 2 feet or so. Brown County We picked up about six to eight inches of snow the week of April 7-13, which is good, but it wont get us out of this drought by any means.
central
We received three inches of snow the week of April 7-13. It will help, but it wont get us out of this drought quickly. It is so Hilary Maricle dry right now. It will take Boone County a couple years for everything, especially pastures to rebound from this drought. We are probably looking at selling some cows because we dont have enough grass for feed. We planted forage crop on some dryland acres in hopes it would grow. We will take any moisture Mother Nature will send us.
southwest
Weve done some probing by our pivots, and there is some moisture there where we irrigated last summer, but overall Wayne Thunker the dryland areas are very Keith County short. Weve missed all the moisture in our area. This past week when everyone was getting snow and rain, we received about 15 hundredths of an inch of rain and about an inch of snow. We are pretty dry and keeping our fingers crossed hoping for more moisture.
south central
Surface moisture is adequate. The rangeland condition is poor. As you drive along, you can tell where snow settled on Ron Pavelka certain parts of the pasAdams County ture and those areas have perked up, but the balance of the grass is really growing slowly. During the week of April 7-13 we received about a quarter inch of rain and with sleet, snow and rain that followed we received another half inch. We hope to catch the next rain during the week of April 14- 20. We hope to get into the fields in about 10 days or so.
southeast
Topsoil moisture is adequate, but subsoil is at zero. Pastures and alfalfa have greened up, but the cold weather has kept them from growing. We received an inch and a third the week of April 7-13.
David Grimes
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Take Action to Alter SPCC Regulations

What is the issue? In 2009, the EPA finalized regulations that require any farm or ranch with above-ground oil storage capacity greater than 1,320 gallons to have a Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan in place if there is a reasonable expectation that a spill would reach U.S. waters. There are two levels of required plans based on storage capacity. Tier I facilities, those with storage for 1,320-10,000 gallons, would need to create a self-certified SPCC plan and have secondary containment available in case of a spill. For farms and ranches with more than 10,000 gallons of capacity, a Tier II plan must be certified by a professional engineer. Who does it affect? Currently, you need an SPCC plan if: An oil spill from your farm could reach water. You have oil (such as diesel, gasoline, hydraulic oil, lube oil, crop oil or vegetable oil, etc.) storage capacity of 1,320 gallons or more. When is the SPCC deadline? SPCC regulations are over 30 years old and originally intended for the petroleum industry, although EPA contends that agriculture has never been exempt. In 2011, the EPA provided a two-year compliance delay for farmers and ranchers which ends May 10, 2013. However, that delay was only for farms established after 2002. Finally, an enforcement delay for the rest of the fiscal year was passed by Congress as part of the 2013 Continuing Resolution to fund the federal government,preventing the EPA from enforcing the rule on farms and ranches until October 1, 2013. Take Action The Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation has been working though this regulation for four years and has yet to receive clear answers from the EPA. The lack of clarity and cost of compliance to farmers and ranchers are some of the many reasons Farm Bureau supports altering the SPCC rules to put regulations back where they were intended: large oil/fuel storage facilities. For these reasons, Nebraska Farm Bureau urges you to contact members of Nebraska's Congressional Delegation on the Farmers Undertake Environmental Land Stewardship Act (FUELS Act). The bill has been introduced in both the House of Representatives (H.R. 311) and Senate (S. 496). The FUELS Act does this by raising the Tier I threshold from 1,320-10,000 gallons up to 10,000-42,000 gallons. This move would prevent many farms and ranches from having to comply with this complicated regulation. The FUELS Act would also raise Tier II up from any amount above 10,000 gallons to any amount above 42,000 gallons. While these changes will not exempt all farms and ranches, this compromise is a strong step in the right direction. To take action, learn additional information on SPCC regulations or watch the Nebraska Farm Bureau educational webinar visit nefb.org.
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The Nebraska Farm Bureau Ag Promotion Committee selected the two recipients for the FFA Chapter Advisors of the Year Award: Dana Hall of the McCool Junction FFA Chapter and Brent Nollette of the Amherst FFA Chapter. The teachers were chosen based upon their school and community involvement and accomplishments made with their FFA chapters. Both teachers are outstanding FFA advisors and spend countless hours working with their students to make them successful in all of their endeavors, Cathy Day, Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture interim executive director, said April 15. Dana Halls students have seen her work tirelessly to establish the McCool Junction FFA Chapter, which without her efforts would not be in existence today. Chapter members feel her steady encouragement, dedication and hard work have made her a role model within her chapter and her community. Brent Nollette of the Amherst FFA Chapter has taken on the challenge of educating first generation FFA families. Tom Moore, superintendent of Amherst Public Schools, bears witness to Nollettes passion for FFA and agriculture. Moore has also seen the environment Nollette has created which fosters personal growth and excellence for his students and their families. The advisors were recognized during the Nebraska FFA State Convention held in Lincoln, April 3-5. The winning advisors receive a plaque and $250 to be used for their FFA chapter, both of which will be presented to them at their spring banquets. This year we had outstanding applications, and the selection committee had a very difficult time choosing the two winners. All of the advisors nominated are outstanding agriculture leaders in their community, Day said. The nomination form for the 2014 award will be distributed via the FFA intranet in January. It is also available at nefb.org. Applications must be postmarked by Feb. 1, 2014.
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Several University of Nebraska-Lincoln agriculture students who received Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation-related scholarships were honored at a luncheon April 16 on UNLs East Campus in Lincoln. Pictured from left are Audrey Smith, Keith R. Olsen Agricultural Policy Internship Award; Bryce Vaughn immediate past Keith R. Olsen Agricultural Policy Internship Award recipient; Colton Hahn, Steve and Elma Nelson Scholarship; Justin McCullough, NFBF Scholarship; Trent Mastny, NFBF Scholarship; Liz Uehling, NFBF Scholarship; Laura Gorecki, NFBF Scholarship; Quinn Charling, Keith and Doris Olsen Scholarship; and Derek Bracht, NFBF Scholarship. Wanted to buy: Others receiving Farm Bureau-related scholarships and loans but not shown inCable Scrapers. clude Trevor Culbertson, Ben Kahlandt, For more information: Brett Skibinski, Aaron Keck, Kinsey Freelever@sasktel.net or man, Brent Meister and Patrick Heerten.
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hole differ with 9 auger, $500. Call Loup City, 308-745-0249. FOR SALE: 1958 Allis D-17 tractor, narrow front. Call Columbus, 402-564-4023 after 6:00 p.m. FOR SALE: 1981 IHC 1850, DT 466 5-speed 2-speed 22 bed and hoist, electric roll over tarp, hydraulic drag tag with 10x20 near new tires, 59,000, $14,000. Call Danbury, 308-895-2375 or 308-737-1929. FOR SALE: M Farmall tractor with Kocsh mower, runs good. Call Bassett, 402-760-1023. FOR SALE: Large pipe hay cage and John Deere hay stacker, very reasonable. Call Maxwell, 308-582-4470 or 308-530-0763. FOR SALE: Well built single axle 8 x 18 flatbed trailer with ramp for loading front or rear, used for snowmobiles or general use. Call Lincoln, 402-421-2336. FOR SALE: 2, 11.2-38 pivot wheels and tires; 2, 24 inch grain aeration fans; 2, 5 hp single phase auger motors; steel bulk bins, 3 ton and 12 ton; 2 commercial ceiling fans. Call Aurora, 402-737-3322. FOR SALE: Titan 24 foot livestock trailer, excellent condition,
bridge planks 8-24 foot lengths, tubular gates 8-16 foot lengths, combination cattle panels, various other shorter and walk-thru gates. Call Broken Bow, 308-872-2688. VEHICLES FOR SALE: 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 4x4, 78,500 miles, $800 OBO. Call Columbus, 402-910-6804 for more details. FOR SALE: 2005 Dodge Ram 2500, 4WD, Cummins, auto, SLT, good condition; 1991 Dodge D250, 2WD, auto, air runs and drives good; 1997 Dodge Intrepid ES, economical, very dependable. Call Grand Island, 308-381-0223. FOR SALE: GMA 1999 Suburban 4X4, 350 engine, custom interior package, new tires, perfect shape, no rust. Call Papillion, 402-306-5440. MISCELLANEOUS WANTED: Old wood burning pot bellied stove or base burner, prefer one with lots of chrome, ornate and in good condition, not burned out, will consider any make. Call Blue Hill, 402-771-2401. FOR SALE: King sheets, one fitted and one flat, small lilac print and color on white, $20; also 180 count cap each, four bottles
human growth hormone, $80. Call Grand Island, 308-675-0153. FOR SALE: Super Hereford line one bulls. Call Springview, 402-497-3442. FOR SALE: Thomas Edison phonograph and records, good condition, work well; 90 lb anvil, very old; various old decanters, Go Big Red John Wayne Ducks Unlimited. Call Bellevue, 402-291-6804. FOR SALE: Embroidery handmade tea towels, set of 7 towels, $28. Call Omaha, 402-895-4033. FOR SALE: 10 hybrid varieties of canna bulbs, reasonable; 100 clay flower pots, sizes 6 to 16, make me an offer. Call Madison, 402-454-3880. WANTED: Help on cow/ calf to yearling operation, 90 percent of repairs done on site, haying, fencing and lots of tractor driving time feeding, salary includes house, beef and utilities. Call Arthur, 308-764-2450. FOR SALE: 40 foot Areomotor windmill, good condition, $1,500, you remove. Call Waverly, 402-786-5165. FOR SALE: Antique upright
piano, ornate wood, real ivory keys, Newman Brothers Chicago, beautiful sound, $85, bring pickup; Fisher Price play kitchen, cute, good condition, $8. Call Elkhorn, 402-289-5039. FOR SALE: 33 air motor windmill tower plus stub tower and anchors, excellent condition, $900 OBO. Call North Platte, 308-532-7252. FOR SALE: Aeromotor windmill tower, like new, 40, $1,450 OBO; John Deere 530 baler, good condition, $3,000 OBO; CASE 1070 with bale spinner, $3,500 OBO. Call Gordon, 308-282-0593. FOR SALE: 2011 Lighthouse RV complete with hitch and sway bars, self-contained, refrigerator/freezer, 2 burner range, water heater, dinette, sofa, TV antenna, radio/CD player, microwave, furnace, AC, awning, $9,000 OBO. Call Elm Creek for pictures, 308-440-2472. FOR SALE: Scooter Go-Go 4 wheel elite, new, never driven, battery operator, adult size, original price $1,725, will sell for $950. Call Kearney, 308-234-1730. FOR SALE: 9 year old bay roan gelding horse, registered, out of Peppi Roani Hancock, ranch broke, needs riding, $1,500. Call Keystone, 308-726-3044.
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