acres north central december 2012
DESCRIPTION
Acres North Central December 2012TRANSCRIPT
2342451
Telephone: 419-294-0007www.uswaltonrealtyandauction.com
email: [email protected]
Douglas E.Walton,Auctioneer, Broker
2342
446
Store Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm • Sat 8:00am - noon
www.wilsontires.comUpper Sandusky (419) 294-4981
Kenton (419) 674-4715Tiffin (419)448-9850
ALIGNMENT SPECIAL10% OFF
Wheel Alignments forPASSENGER CARS & PICKUPS
*With this ad.* Proper alignment will save gas!
2342444
22001133 RRAAMM IISS HHEERREEOORRDDEERR NNOOWW FFoorr
EEnndd OOff YYEEAARR TTaaxx IInncceennttiivveess22001122 DDOODDGGEE RRAAMM 33550000
• Cummins Turbo Diesel provides 800 FT. LB. of Torque• Tow up to 22,750 lbs. with CVWR 30,100 lbs.* • NO DEF fluid required*
*When properly equipped; *Meets all 50 state ommisions standards for MY 2012.
Call or Email Mark Potteiger: 419-722-0830 • [email protected]
1045 East Wyandot Ave. • Upper Sandusky, OH 43351 • 800-589-8079 • 419-722-0830
ISSUE 7 DECEMBER 2012 $1.00
PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE PAIDCOLUMBUS, OHPERMIT NO. 1070
WILL D.C.RENEW theBIODIESELINCENTIVE?BY PAUL [email protected]
Elements of the agricultureand energy industries arewatching the U.S. Congress tosee if and when the biodieseltax incentive is renewed.The incentive was in effect
from 2005 to 2009, and againin 2011.During that time, reports
the National Biodiesel Board,the incentive spurred biodieselproduction to a level exceedingone billion gallons a year andhelped increase to 39,000 thenumber of jobs in affiliatedindustries.That production consumed
large amounts of soybean oiland animal fat. Even french frygrease could be used.The incentive was a $1 a
gallon credit tax exemption,said Ben Evans of the NBB. Itwas such a boon to thebiodiesel industry, he said, thatthe production and revenue itgenerated came close to payingfor the incentive in terms ofincreased taxes to the federalgovernment.The incentive “clearly
works,” he said, and “we wantto try to continue that momen-tum.”One problem, Evans said, is
such tax incentives usually aretemporary, particularly in thebeginning. Now, he said, theincentive has been caught upin “a broader political dispute”over federal spending, includ-ing the anticipated fiscal cliffcrisis.This has occurred despite
considerable bipartisan supportfor the incentive in the Houseand Senate, he said.The incentive created “a lot
of plants in rural areas withspinoff jobs. Now we are hear-ing reports many of the plantsare laying people off,” Evanssaid.
Forbes Magazine has pre-dicted as many as 75 percent ofthose producers might have toshut down.The loss of the incentive “is
really catching up to the indus-try and really hurting,” Evanssaid.The NBB supports efforts to
deal with the federal budget,he said, but “it will take a longtime to deal with those issues.”The NBB would like to seeCongress take immediate stepsto renew the incentive.“We think if it came up for
a standalone vote, it wouldpass with flying colors,” hesaid.
Andrew Conley, programdirector for CleanFuelsOhio,agreed, “There is strong biparti-san support for this (but)Congress gets distracted. …Tax incentives are somethingthat are on the choppingblock. … My personal sense isnobody’s going to move on thisuntil they settle the whole fis-cal cliff discussion.”The soybean market faces
uncertainty but is unlikely tobe affected in the short term,said Adam Ward of the OhioSoybean Council andAssociationOne reason, he said, is an
increased demand for U.S. soy-beans in China.Another, he said, is the fed-
eral government is requiringlarge oil companies to continuebiodiesel use at a rate that willmatch the record one billiongallons produced in 2011.That’s not the same, the
BDD website says, as lettingthe biodiesel industry “contin-ue to competitively produce”its products, which the incen-tive would allow.Evans said the oil compa-
nies are not happy, but they areable to purchase “RenewableIdentification Numbers,”which reduces the amount ofbiodiesel they must produce.Those numbers, or RINs, repre-sent biodiesel produced else-where. Buying the RINs letsthe oil companies produce lessbiodiesel themselves and theRIN sellers make money.The Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) hasaccused some companies ofselling fraudulent RINs thatdon’t represent actual biodieselproduction.Evans said those “isolated
cases where a couple of badactors came in and took advan-tage of the system … don’timplicate the entire program.… We are working very closelywith the EPA to make surethose cases of fraud don’t hap-pen again.”Ward said extending the
incentive would be a “win-winfor the agriculture industry …creating investment in newtechnology and growth in cur-rent businesses.”Because biodiesel is not car-
bon-based, Conley said, it is arenewable resource that pro-duces cleaner emissions than100-percent petroleum diesel.For more on NBB’s efforts
to extend the incentive, visitbiodiesel.org/policy/fueling-action-center.
2 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
BBT Fleet Services LLCYour Full Service Solution Center For Trailer, Tractor
& Truck Refurbishments & Repairs
SERVICESWE OFFER• Complete Body Shop Services• DOT / Mechanical / Electrical Services• Complete Welding & Fabrication Services• Repairs & Refurbishments On:
Grain Trailers, Agricultural Trailers, OTR TrailersAgricultural Equipment, Tractors, Dump TrucksFarm Equipment
• Axle /Suspension / Frame Repairs• Brake System Repairs• Accident Damage Repairs• Hopper Door Replacements & Repairs• Coupler Plate Replacements & Repairs• 5th Wheel Plate Replacements & Repairs• Frame / Cross Member Replacements & Repairs• Tarp Repairs & Installations
BBT Fleet Services LLC6824 Crawford Morrow County Line Rd.
P.O. Box 542 • Galion, OH 44833Toll Free: 877.228.3533
Phone: 419.462.7722 • Fax: 419.462.7733Email: [email protected]
Website: bbtfleetservices.com
Visit Our Website For A Complete List Of Services We Offerbbtfleetservices.com
2342
137
2341870
Of North Central Ohio
Publisher — Devin [email protected] — Gary Brock
[email protected] — Gregg Rettig
[email protected] Manager — Jessica Cea
Advertising: [email protected]
Delaware: 740-363-1161Earl Smith, Advertising Director [email protected]
Serving Union, Marion, Delaware counties
Bellevue: 419-483-7410Rick Miller, Publisher
Serving Ottawa, Sandusky, Seneca, Erie, Huron counties
Galion: 419-468-1117Vicki Taylor, Publisher
Serving Crawford, Richland counties
Mt. Gilead: 419-946-3010Vicki Taylor, Publisher
Serving Morrow, Knox counties
Wauseon: 419-335-2010Janice May, General Manager
Serving Lucas and Henry counties
Roy Slater, Regional AdvertisingConsultant [email protected]
Serving Hardin, Wyandot, Hancock,Putnam, Wood counties
SubscriptionsB.A. Wells, Circulation Manager
(740) 852-1616 [email protected]
Contact ACRES of North Central Ohio:30 South Oak Street / London, OH 43140
(740) 852-1616
ACRES of North Central Ohio is published monthly by OhioCommunity Media, LLC and is available through theDelaware Gazette, Bellevue Gazette, Galion Inquirer,
Morrow County Sentinel, Oberlin News Tribune, FultonCounty Expositor and The Madison Press. All RightsReserved. Reproduction of any material from this issuein whole or in part is prohibited. ACRES of North
Central Ohio are available for purchase at each of thenewspapers offices for $1/copy or contact us to subscribe.
Subscriptions are $19.95 per year.
Please Buy Locally & Recycle.
USPS - 0325 -180
PAGE 4BUYINGA TREE
PAGE 7CHOWLINE
PAGE 8PRO CARVER
PAGE 11FISH KILL
PAGE 13WARMER OHIO
BY GARY [email protected]
With just a few weeks to gobefore the end of the year, Ohio’sfarmers can breathe a sign of reliefthat 2012 will soon be over andtheir attention can turn to 2013.In fairness to 2012, most farmers
are now saying that, while theextended drought this past summerwas bad, and had a serious impacton many crops at harvest time — itwas not as bad as some feared andcould have been far worse.What now has farmers con-
cerned is the uncertainty of thefuture. What lies ahead in 2013 forOhio’s farmers?Right now, as of the end of
November, a lot of things thataffect our farmers remain cloudy.• First, there is the federal Farm
Bill. It hasn’t been passed, and ifthere isn’t a resolution to the stale-mate in Washington, all bets areoff in 2013. That is because with-out the legislation in place, manyregulations either end or revertback to earlier laws.This will effect farmers and agri-
culture producers throughout theUnited States and right here inOhio.According to our ACRES article
in this edition, the bill includes anarray of policies that influence theprice of agricultural commodities,ensure the availability of food, tem-per the cost of farming and provide
for agricultural research and con-servation. The 2008 farm billexpired on Sept. 30, but many ofits provisions will retain funding orcontinue to pay out until the endof the harvesting season in 2013.But the major worry is the safety
net that many farmers receiveeither yearly or when needed —farm subsidies. Will some or all ofthose subsidies expire in 2013 ifthere is no Farm Bill approved?• What will happen in 2013
with the corn industry and theongoing need for corn in the pro-duction of ethanol? Just beforeThanksgiving, the U.S. EPA rejecta request from a coalition of statesand special interest groups to rollthe ethanol standard back becauseof the corn shortage this year.The EPA said no dice — the
standard is the standard. What thatmeans is that millions of tons ofcorn will still be needed in 2013for the production of ethanol.What isn't known is what impactthat will have on corn prices andthe prices of so many other prod-ucts that use corn as its base.Supplies of corn will be scarce afterthe ethanol produces take theirshare. Will livestock owners take amajor hit in 2013 in the cost offeed?• Then there is the possibility
of new U.S. Department ofAgriculture rules regarding healthand food safety standards. Willthose change next year? Will there
be increased pressure on morerestaurant and supermarkets chainsto tell suppliers that the animalsused for meat they receive musthave received more humane treat-ment than present standardsrequire?On top of this is the new
biodiesel tax incentive legislation.Will it be renewed? And the listgoes on.As we prepare to welcome in
2013, there are plenty of questionsfrom Ohio farmers about what kindof year '13 will be. Will it be agreat year or an unlucky one as the"13" implies? Time will tell.
Gary Brock is Editor of ACRES ofSouthwest Ohio.
Gary Brock
Looking toward 2013
SLIM RANDLES
Does anyone really finish a book?There are so many things
to consider when writing abook, Dud thought.Sometimes, as now in themiddle of a hot summernight, he wondered how any-one actually finishes a book.The odyssey of his writingpassion, tentatively called“Murder in the SoggyBottoms” by him and “TheDuchess and the TruckDriver” by the rest of hisfriends, is a case in point.It began several years ago
as a murder mystery, but wasrejected for having eightmurders in the first chapter.He then peeled it down tothree, but couldn’t figure outwhat to do to the other fiveformer victims who seriouslyneeded killing.Then he married Anita
and he decided to concen-trate more on the love angle,the American truck driveron secret assignment to theduchess’s European realm.They fell in love at the truckstop below the hill holdingher castle, he knew that, allright.And then Marvin Pincus
started fixing up the love
lives of several of us here inthe valley, and Dud was sentjournalistically careening offinto more conundrums,because he admired Marvin’swork and tried to discoverhow to fit it into a Europeantruck stop murder and lovedrama. It was hard.Did Mark Twain have to
go through all this just tointroduce Tom and Huck tothe world of literature? Howlong did Louis L’Amour pon-der and sweat before finallyfiguring out how to fix AngeKerry up with Tell Sackett?And then there was the
byline problem. ‘DudCampbell’ just didn’t havethat … salable ring to it. Imean, we all know what adud is, don’t we? So hedecided to initialize himself.
How about H. DudleyCampbell? Or W. DudleyCampbell? He wanted hisfriends to know he’d writtenthe thing, but he also wantedto sell them to serious read-ers in the cities.So, as Anita was already
asleep, leaving him with justthe computer, his thoughts,and half a cup of coffee, Duddid what any writer on a hotsummer night would do. Heclicked on his favorite iconand played solitaire until hiseyes closed.
Slim Randles can bereached at (505) 306-6009, at7308 Painted Pony Trail NW,Albuquerque, NM 87120, orat [email protected] orwww.slimrandles.com.
Acres of Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 3
ATV CLEARANCE EVENTBest Pricesof the year
on
artic catatv’s
2012
Also get a 2 year warranty AND6.9% for 60 months.
Hurry in - Offer ends Dec. 31, 2012
John’s Performance Shop 10455 Co. Hwy. 16Carey, OH 43316
2341729
419-396-6201WE FEATURE PREMIUM AGRONOMIC SERVICES
Leading the Way With Quality and Service
LLC
• Pioneer® Seed Dealer• Bulk Seed Availability & Delivery• Grid Mapping• Variable Rate Fertilizer& Lime Application
• Low Salt Pop-ups• Foliar Fertilizer• Custom Application of CropProtection Products
• Seed Treatment Available• Convenient Loading Facilities• Convey-AllTM SeedHandling Equipment
• Micronutrients
HELPING OUR FARMERS FEED THEWORLD FOR ALMOST 50 YEARS!
Buy Direct from One of the LEADINGFertilizer Manufacturers in the USA!
Find us on Facebook and Twitter
MORRAL OFFICE132 Postle St.Morral, OH 43337800-554-3981
CALEDONIA OFFICE1592 Col.-Sand Rd. NCaledonia, OH 43314800-569-8027
WWW.MORRALCOMPANIES.COM
2341
563
115 E. Fairview Street, Upper Sandusky
419-294-4125
The flooring people since
1972
John, Sara& Derek Houpt
Ask about ourfinancing options
Special order orin stock
– we are yourfull-service
floorcoveringstore
WES
IMPL
IFYFL
OORI
NG!
2341565
Hours: Tues. to Friday9:30-5:30; Sat. 9-1Closed Sun. & Mon.
2341567
BY RACHEL [email protected]
Susan Gimbel hasalways loved decoratingand preparing forChristmas. Even as a younggirl she remembers helpingto adorn her home withnatural and homemadedecorations.“Growing up,” she said,
“I always had a passion forChristmas. We made lotsof things using naturalmaterials like pine branch-es.”She frequented a special
Christmas store inMansfield. “It broke myheart to hear it was clos-ing,” said Gimbel. “So Ibought it.”That store became the
foundation of TheEvergreen Company andGimbel has built on it eversince. The store openedduring the GalionOktoberfest celebration of1993.“I never knew it would
be so much work,” admitsGimbel. “But it’s goodwork. It’s happy work.”Customers ask her if she
still decorates at home,even after a long day ofdecorating. “Yes,” saidGimbel. “I take home afew things that strike me,but my Christmas decora-tions are based on thingsI’ve had through theyears.” She explained that,even though people thinkan item bought in a storewon’t look as good athome, it usually is theother way around, becauseit is now “with the thingsyou love.”Gimbel naturally keeps
track of the decoratingtrends of each season, butespecially Christmas. Thisyear, she said, the big coloris tangerine.For 2012, of course,
electronics and gift cardsare the biggest sellers.People are also looking forfunction, said Gimbel.Ornaments are the
store’s biggest seller.“People want to give thatornament that commemo-rates a year. We have somany specialty things thatyou can’t find in the boxstores.“Candles are good gifts,
a nice hostess or exchangegift. You can buy unscent-ed or battery operated can-dles for those who are sen-sitive to scents.”Trends this year in
home décor and clothing,said Gimbel, are wordsimprinted on the object —sayings, quotes, initials,monograms — on every-thing.Also popular this year
is bling, bright and color-ful objects. Bright colorshave shown up in every-thing from clothing, tojewelry, to décor. “It liftspeoples’ spirits,” sheexplains.People still enjoy deco-
rating with berries, pine,cones, wood, feathers,silks, greenery, anythingthat lends texture anddepth to the surroundingobjects.Contrast is also a cur-
rent trend. With wood-land decorations add a lit-tle something extra withchrystal or metallic forcontrast. Bronzes and put-ers are a good contrast for
any design theme. Theyare softer than bright sil-ver or gold.Susan Gimbel is known
locally for her gift of dec-orating Christmas trees.In her shop she has a flatChristmas tree, as tall asany other tree, but flattenfor space constraints. Shealso has decoratedwreaths, wall hangingsthat can be decorated,and The Evergreen’sFamous Upside DownChristmas Tree that leavesmore room at the base forgift display.Every Christmas tree in
her shop is decorated witha different theme:• Natural look with
vinage aqua and rustbulbs, bells and frosting• Whimsical tree with
fluffy balls, snowmen andsnowflakes• Cupcake tree,
reminding one of theCandyland game,“Cupcakes are big thisyear, especially gourmetcupcakes made for specialoccations”• Cowboy/Cowgirl tree
compete with hats, horsesand spurs• Woodland themed
tree with birds, squirrels,icicles, owls and feathers• Animals prints are
making a comeback, saidGimbel, and TheEvergreen Company hasand African animal printthemed tree as well.• The ’60s tree is com-
plete with bling, peacesigns, flowers, VW busornaments and tie dyedobjects.Other decorating tips
Gimbel has to offerinclude:• Using sprigs of color
or draping greenery froman already existing pot orvase• Adding shelves to a
tree to display a favoritefreestanding angel, orna-ment or nativity scenepiece• Using a small tree to
hang on the wall and dec-orate• Christmas wreath
that can be decoratedwith ornaments• Water-like mercury
glass scenes and vases,antiqued glass, crackled togive it that vintage feel,
and gives a current, con-temporary lookThe Evergreen also has
a large collection of nativ-ity scenes of all differentmaterials and styles. Manyof the collectable piecesare on display as well as
traditional settings.Susan Gimbel writes a
regular column for theGalion Inquirer offeringtips on decorating for thehome. The EvergreenCompany is located at117 Harding Way East in
Galion. For more informa-tion call (419) 468-4472.
Rachel Mendell is theInquirer Editor, 129Harding Way East, Galion.She can be reached at (419)468-1117, ext. 305.
The ’60s tree is complete with bling, peace signs, flowers, VW bus ornaments andtie dyed objects.
Evergreen’s Christmas decorating tips & thoughts
Another trend in decorating for the holidays is water-like mercury glass scenes and vases, antiqued glass,crackled to give it that vintage feel, and gives a cur-rent, contemporary look.
4 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation has earned a reputation as the premier providerof innovative metal roofing, metal siding, building components and accessories.
Offering a full line of exceptional quality metal roofing systems, siding and metal wallpanels for agricultural, commercial, architectural, industrial, and residential projects.
Learn more about the advantages of using metal roofing and metal siding in your nextbuilding project.
Classic Rib In #1 Metal With A 45 Year Paint Warranty.
ROOT LUMBERHOURS: M-F 7:30 A.M.-5 P.M
Metal Roofing,Metal Siding
and Building Materials
202 S. MARKET ST., KENTON • 419-674-4001HOURS: M-F 7:30 A.M. - 5 P.M. • Sat. 7:30 A.M. - 3 P.M. • Sun. Closed
2341561
Stop InAnd Check
Out What WeHave ToOffer!
2342
412
MILLER SEED FARMS LTD.SEED BEANS
Conventional VarietiesWyandot, Streeter, Dennison
Round-up Ready Seed Beans• Round-up Ready 2 Yield Seed Beans• Seed Corn
14564 St. Rt. 162 • Attica, Ohio 44807 • 419-426-1791
Wines Buildings - 419-310-0630November Special!
Other Styles AvailableOnly $2,875
WWiinneessUUpphhoollsstteerryy1355 E. Wyandot Ave.,
Upper Sandusky2341894
Includes:(2) Doors • (1) Floor • (1) Window
Prices Are Falling AtSSSScccchhhhooootttttttt BBBBrrrroooossssSSSSaaaalllleeeessss &&&& SSSSeeeerrrrvvvviiiicccceeee
Schott Bros Sales & Service811 Nevada Rd. • Bucyrus, OH 44820
419-562-17482342428
2010 FORD F250REGULAR CAB - 4X4 - ALL POWER ............................................................$18,995.002008 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500REGULAR CAB - 4X4 - 48,000 MILES..........................................................$20,495.002008 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500CREW CAB LT - 4X4 ....................................................................................$23,995.002008 FORD F250CREW CAB - XLT - 4X4 - 6.4 DIESEL - 84,000 MILES ................................$27,295.002008 FORD F250EXT CREW CAB - 4X4 - 6.4 DIESEL - 53,000 MILES ..................................$24,995.002007 DODGE RAM 2500QUAD CAB - 4X4 - DIESEL - CHOICE OF 2 ..................................................$24,995.002007 FORD F250REGULAR CAB - XL - 4X4 - DIESEL ............................................................$17,495.002007 GMC SIERRA 2500REGULAR CAB - 4X4 - 64,000 MILES..........................................................$18,995.002006 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500REGULAR CAB - LS - 4X4 ............................................................................$15,995.002005 DODGE RAM 2500QUAD CAB - SLT - 4X4 ................................................................................$16,495.002003 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500EXT CAB - LS - 4X4 - DIESEL- 60,000 MILES..............................................$18,995.002002 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z 715.3 - V8 - 4x4 - CLEAN - GOOD MILES ..........................................................$9,995.002002 CHEVY S-10CREW CAB LS 4X4 79000 MI NEWER TIRES NONE CLEANER......................$9,995.00
Purchasingthe perfect
Christmas treeBY PENNY SMITHEditor, The Knox County Citizen
Before you gather the family andhead to your local Christmas treefarm, knowing the size of tree youwill need is key. How big a treeshould you purchase? Measure theheight of the room and the width ofthe space where the tree will belocated. Take your tape measurewith you to measure the actual treeyou have picked out to fit yourspace. Trees appear much smaller outin nature than in your home.
Next, you will need to select atype of evergreen. There is no rightor wrong choice here, it is a personalpreference. The biggest decision forthe typical consumer is long or shortneedles. The majority of Christmastrees sold in Ohio are Scotch pine,White pine, Blue spruce, Fraser fir,Canaan fir and Douglas fir.
The Scotch pine is the most pop-ular Christmas tree sold in Ohio andthe United States. Its needles growfrom 1 to 3 inches in length and itretains its needles well. Sturdybranches can support heavy orna-ments.
The Fraser fir has become knownas the cadillac of trees in recentyears. The blue/silver underside of itsneedles are highly desirable. Thisvery fragrant tree species has a one
inch soft needle length and hasexcellent needle retention.
Blue spruce trees have one-inchsharp needles with branches thatsupport heavy ornaments. The mod-erately fragrant tree is often pur-chased as a live tree and plantedafter the holiday as well as a cuttree. The blue spruce tree has anaverage needle retention.
White pine trees are the secondmost popular Christmas tree inOhio. Their two to five inch longsoft needles are very flexible. Itsfeathery looking branches will bepulled down by heavy ornaments.Needle retention of the White pineis very good.
Canaan fir is very similar to theFraser fir tree. Its needles are moreblue and slightly longer than theFraser fir. A fragrant tree with softneedles and very good needle reten-tion, the Canaan fir tree supportsornaments well.
The blue-green Douglas fir hassoft, one inch long needles that arerelatively flat and is highly fragrant.Needle retention of the Douglas firis very good.
So now that you have selectedyour perfect tree, how do you knowif it is fresh and will last the entireChristmas season? Cutting yourown tree, or having the owner cutthe tree for you at a tree farm is the
best way to ensure a quality tree. Ifyou purchase a tree from a retail lotcheck for excessive needle loss, plia-bility and color of the needles.
Once your get your Christmastree home, put it in a bucket ofwater in a cool location if you arenot going to set it up promptly. Treesdrink a lot of water. If you pur-chased your tree from a retail lotyou will want to cut a half-inchfrom the trunk before placing thetree in an appropriatly-sized treestand. The most important thing toremember for a Christmas tree thatwill last all season, is to ensure aconstant water lever above the baseof the tree. This means you mayneed to check the water level daily,especially if your container is on thesmall side.
Now you are ready to decorateyour perfectly-selected Christmastree. Be sure that your lights areinspected and intended for indooruse. And remember, never leave aChristmas tree unattended whilethe lights are plugged in.
Disposing of your real Christmastree is the final phase of its life.Being biodegradable, trees are com-monly chipped and used for mulchor as cover in fish ponds.Communities often offer curbsidepick-up or a location where treescan be dropped off to be recycled.
Purchasingthe perfect
Christmas tree
There was a time when Ithought canning food inmason jars was somethingcountry women and grand-mothers did because theythought it was noble tospend hours paring fruit orvegetables, stand over a hotstove on an even hotter dayand ‘put up’ 12 quarts oftomatoes or peaches.
Why would anyone workthat hard, I wondered,when all they had to do wasgo to the supermarket andbuy a can of tomato sauceor peaches?
Now I know. It took a
long time but, in 2009, thecanning ‘bug’ took hold andI’ve been hooked since.What started as a campaignto become less dependenton electricity for foodpreservation turned into anattempt to preserve any-thing that could be safelycanned at home, because Icould and because I knewexactly what was going intothat jar. No chemicals,preservatives, ‘guar gum’ ormodified this and that…just fruit and sugar andwater.
As I researched canningmethods, techniques, ideasand recipes online, my mostpleasant surprise was how
many younger adults —women and men alike, aredoing the same thing.Gardening and canning ishard work. That is why I amso impressed by the numberof folks out there rolling uptheir sleeves and taking iton. It also tells me peopleare concerned about what’sin their food as much as therising price of groceries.
SuppliesIt doesn’t have to be
expensive to can food. Iobtained an old 1946National Model 7 PressureCanner from my husband’sbuddy Mike in 2009. Weordered a new sealing ring(gasket) for the lid and aBall canning guide from thePresto company, who stockhard-to-find parts for Presto,Mirro and the now-defunctNational Pressure CookerCo. The old dial gauge wasin working order so wedidn’t replace it.
A jar lifter, a magneticlid lifter and a funnel (I pre-fer stainless steel) are reallyabout all I use in the way ofspecialty tools. The rest youhave right in your ownkitchen.
The majority of the can-ning jars I have used so farhave come out of friends’basements or barns, garagesales and second handstores. Most I got free orpaid very little for and, aftera good soaking and scrub-bing, they’re good as new ifthey aren’t chipped. Allthey need are new lids andoccasionally new rings,which are much less expen-sive than buying new casesof jars all the time. Jarsrange in size from half-gal-lon to 4 ounces, so there’salways a size to suit yourneeds. I prefer wide mouthjars when I can get thembecause solid foods, such asmeats, are much easier toremove. For liquids or softfoods, the regular mouth jarsare just fine.
Canning fruits andhigh–acid foods:
Water bath canningApples, peaches, plums,
tomatoes, jams and jelliesare just a few foods mostcommonly processed in awater bath canner. Highacid foods and recipes usingvinegar (as in pickles andsauerkraut) can be safelycanned at 212 degrees. It’s
a wonderful way to enjoysummer and fall fruit allwinter long, not to men-tion relishes, pie fillings,jams, jellies and sauces. Inthe winter, you can takeadvantage of holiday saleson oranges or citrus; latespring brings strawberries.If you buy fruits on sale atthe grocery, you canprocess them year round. Isave most of my canningfor fall and throughoutwinter because it warms upthe kitchen and I havemore time, since I am notoccupied with flower gar-dens or other outside activ-ities.
Pressure canning: veg-etables and meats
The device I used to fearhas become an irreplaceableaide to me. We’ve all heardthose “pressure canner hor-ror stories” through theyears: canners blowing theirtops, imbedding jars in theceiling; how dangerous theyare, etc. It may have hap-pened once out of a millioncanner loads 80 years ago,folks, but it just doesn’t hap-pen anymore.
Models made before the1970s were heavy-walledkettles with clamp-on orturn-on lids. They were fit-ted with a dial gauge, a ventpipe in the form of a pet-cock or covered with acounterweight, and a safetyfuse.
Most modern pressurecanners are lightweight,thin-walled kettles; mosthave turn-on lids fitted withgaskets. Modern pressurecanners have removableracks, an automaticvent/cover lock, a vent pipe(steam vent), and a safetyfuse.
As intimidated as I wasby the very name of thedevice (PRESSURE can-ner) I was equally deter-mined to master it. Anotherfriend of my husband’s, adevout canner of vegetablesand meat, helped me test aninitial load in the old can-ner and got me started onmy way.
I cannot remember whatI first canned; I just knowthat I got so hooked my rel-atives just shake their headsnow and sigh, “There shegoes again” and joke aboutwhat I’ll try next. The bestdiscovery I have made from
pressure canning is: meat isthe easiest thing of all.
You don’t have to peelit, blanche it, or make asyrup for it. Just trim thefat off your raw chicken,ham, pork, beef, venison,fish, etc, slice it to fit thesize of jar you’re using, packit with as few air pockets aspossible, and stick it in thecanner. (The only meatyou have to pre–cook areground meats.) Set a timer,check the gauge every 10-15 minutes and let the can-ner do the rest.
The ‘up’ side to can-ning
It’s satisfying work. It’sso handy to just grab a jaroff the shelf and have fork-tender meat to use for ameal — just heat andserve. Apples alreadysliced for pies and toma-toes are there for the tak-ing. It’s also an opportuni-ty to take advantage of agreat sale at the supermar-ket and not have to makespace in the freezer.
In my zeal for the craft,I have crossed the line andcanned some unconven-tional foods not approvedby Ball or the FDA. Somehave worked and somehave not. It’s amazingwhat you can find onYouTube. I canned butterin jars in 2009 and it’s stillfine. I canned cheese butit burns easily and softcheeses don’t work verywell. (I’m determined tofind a way to do it better,though.) I canned ciderand it worked out well.Last year I tried canningmilk — a real ‘iffy’ project
and not recommended atall by experts. It comes outlike evaporated milk. It’sfine after 6 months or sobut the longer it sits onthe shelf the more it sepa-rates. I just opened a jarover a year old and it tast-ed a bit off but was notspoiled.
I did can meatloaf andthough it resmbles canneddog food, it tastes a wholelot better. My meatloaf-loving husband can nowhave a ‘fix’ anytime hewants it. Even he wasimpressed by that one.The white button mush-rooms in the produce sec-tion are very easy to canand come out looking justlike the commerciallycanned mushrooms. So dogreen, red and yellowsweet peppers, and chilies.
I canned sweet onionsbecause I love them, butdidn’t like the way theyturned out. The longerthey sit, the softer andmushier they get. I canneda lot of white potatoesthinking I would havethem on hand to mash ona moment’s notice butthey, too, soak up thewater they are canned in,swell, and get too soft. I’mnot ready to give up onthat notion yet, so I willtry another type of potato.
There are ‘accidents’from time to time. A jarwill break in the cannerbecause there was an airpocket between the glassand the food, a jar won’tseal, etc. But problems are
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 5
2341
866
Buy Quality!
Panel-Loc-Plus
• $1.66 Linear Ft Galvalume• $2.04 Linear Ft Painted
Metal & Lumber Inc.
Snap-Loc Standing Seam
• $1.49 Linear Ft Galvalume• $1.83 Linear Ft Painted
• TextraFINE™ 93” wide insulationrolls fill the cavity between 8' posts.
• Rigidity, Recovery - expands backafter compression,won’t settlewith time
• 6 " R19, 4" R13, 1" R4. availablein 24", 48", 72",93" widths.
Metal Roofing For Houses, Garages and Barns.
40 year warranty Painted Galvalume with true 20 yr steel warrantyLumber, Insulation, Windows, Doors, Sliding Door Hardware, Gutter, and More
419-347-14142842 Shelby Ganges Rd. • Shelby, OH 44875
Visit our NEW Web Site!ZimmermansMetalAndLumber.com
TextraFINE™Post FrameInsulation
5915 South Kansas, Apple Creek, OH 44606
When it comes to fencing - We’re as good asthe best & better than the rest.
2341562
BUCKEYE FENCE(330) 466-4012 | Voice mail 330-698-3951
Specializingin High Tensil
& Board Fencing
2341569
Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 5 pmSaturday 7:30 am - 3 pm • Closed Sunday
202 S. Market St. • Kenton, OH • 419-674-4001
ROOT LUMBER2341560
PRESERVING THE HARVEST
The FDA and Ball don’t approve home canning ofdairy products, so it’s one of those do-it-at-your-own-risk projects. I’m using butter I canned from 2009that’s still fine and, once it’s opened, requires norefrigeration if it’s used promptly.
BY RANDA WAGNER/MORROW COUNTY SENTINELThough green beans are more time consuming toprep for canning than some vegetables, they aren’tdifficult to pack or process and are one of myfavorites to preserve.
CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
BY MARCHETA [email protected]
Just after dark oneevening in mid-November,I walked past a largeNorway spruce tree thathad been recently placedon Galion’s Public Square.It stood like a sentinelready to herald in the sea-son’s festivities at the treelighting ceremony on Dec.1. The four-stories-tallevergreen was already atwork by filling the frostyair with an incredible fra-grance, fresh and piney,that cannot be captured ina jar of wax. The old carol“O Christmas Tree” cameto mind and brought ahuge smile to my face. ThePublic Square tree lived itslife in residential area, butmost Christmas trees inOhio are grown onChristmas tree farms.Evergreen trees have
become the most belovedsymbol of the Christianholiday. If you choose areal tree this season, dresswarm and prepare to havea lot of fun shopping for it.Whether you visit a cut-your-own farm or shop at aChristmas tree lot, the out-doorsy-ness of the tripmakes it feel like anadventure. There are a fewdecisions to consider:you’ve got your mediumneedles (Scotch pine), andlong needles (White pine);your firs (Douglas, Balsam,and Fraser), and many
more, especially grown forthe purpose of making theChristmas holiday merryand bright. All of thesetrees are wonderful, intheir own way. What Ithink you need to considerthe most is how heavy yourornaments are. Firs, likeBalsam, Fraser, andDouglas will fill your homewith a citrusy/piney fra-grance, but their branchesdo not easily support theweight of resin types ofornaments. For those, aScotch pine is a better
choice. Whether cuttingyour own or choosing onealready cut, ask the treeattendant make a fresh cuton the bottom of the trunkfor better water absorptionwhen the tree is indoors.Many dealers will also putthe tree in the tree standfor you and give you help-ful tips on how to care forthe tree during the time itis inside your home. Wateris the most important fac-tor, as a cut tree usuallyneeds one gallon of water aday to keep the needles
from drying out.Carl Yeager, president of
the Ohio Christmas TreeAssociation (OCTA),states on the OCTA web-site that the day afterThanksgiving is tradition-ally the first day ofChristmas tree sales.Grabbing up retail deals onBlack Friday is fun formany people, but if that’snot for you, why not makeit a Green Friday by visit-ing your local tree farm orlot and getting first dibs onthe selection? My husband
and I have been raisingevergreen trees in ruralGalion since 1973. Ourmain business is landscap-ing; the trees we raise forChristmas are for peoplewho want a live tree. Alive tree still has its rootsand come “balled andburlaped” to hold the rootstogether. Many people likethis type of tree becauseafter Christmas, the treebecomes part of their land-scape. Growers like usdepend on larger tree farmsto supply our “cut” trees.Often these farms are locat-ed on acreage that cannotsupport other crops, such asland that was strip-mined.The trees stabilize the soil,protect water supplies, pro-vide refuge for wildlife, andcreate greenbelts through-out the countryside. Andtalk about a great emissionsrating! Each year of its lifeone evergreen tree produces
enough oxygen for 18 peo-ple. For each tree that isharvested, three seedlingsare planted in its place,continuing the cycle of life.When the holidays havewound down and all thedecorations are put away, areal tree is still at workhelping the environment.Most towns and cities havea tree pick up day, wherethe street crew will takeyour tree to a chipping sta-tion to be turned intomulch. For people with larg-er properties, the tree canbe taken outside and placedin the yard to be used as ahabitat for birds and rabbits.An industry doesn’t getmuch greener.To find the freshest trees,
OCTA is here to help. Ifyou do not have access tothe Internet, call (740) 828-3331 or visit your locallibrary and schedule anInternet session. TheOCTA website makes iteasy to find a Christmas treefarm near you. Go to:http://ohiochristmastree.com/. From the home page,click on the link “Chooseand Cut Trees,” which hasan interactive map thatshows where farms arelocated, or you can do asearch by entering your zipcode. How easy is that?Then load up the car withfriends and family andhead out for some fun inthe great outdoors.
Marcheta Gibson and herhusband, Jim, have ownedand operated GibsonLandscaping since 1973.Along with live trees, theymake and sell live wreaths,swags, and grave blankets aswell as selling cut trees grownon Ohio tree farms. Theirbusiness is located at 1350Nazor Road, Galion, OH44833; phone (419) 468-1134.
6 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
/�K[ {PPH_S
yWZ]T FFF4ORZ[_4OKX(MOFZKJWOF YOK _ ]ORMSZIZSVJIVPX OY [Z_SZKJ IW_I W_GZ ]OHMOPJ4 yOHMOPJ _KZ _SJO_G_VS_^SZ ^D JZP[VPX _P _[[KZJJZ[ JI_RMZ[ ZPGZSOMZ IO:
kOFZK hWOF lWVOw kl zOE 'Qw xH^SVPw ls /�!$*
qHJI \$! YOK IWZ ]_KSO_[w OK \Q FVIW [VJ]OHPI]OHMOP4 k_D FWZP DOH M_KT _P[ IW_I VJ VI4
mO ROKZ YHR^SVPX YOK IV]TZI JIH^J _J DOH ROGZ^ZIFZZP IWZ ^HVS[VPXJ4
hZZ aOHK vLHVMRZPI xZ_SZKYOK xVJ]OHPI yOHMOPJ
�!!w!!! JL4 YI4OY rP[OOK vEWV^VIJ
v[H]_IVOP_S hZRVP_KJ
pV[[VZ gK_]IOK kHSS
yOOTVPX xZROPJIK_IVOPJ
vbkvirvmyvgsv kldvi
ylofnzfhw lsrl
q{mf{ia"!%"$%"#
FFF4ORZ[_4OKX(MOFZKJWOF
{XKV]HSIHK_SvLHVMRZPI yOPJIKH]IVOP
vLHVMRZPI lHI[OOK kOFZKvLHVMRZPI
2341887
Alaska CruiseJoin other Farmers onVacation!
Plus...West Coast Train Tour & San Francisco
13 Days Depart July 19, 2013 from$2298*Seven night Alaska cruise on the NCL Jewel through the scenic Inside Passage.Visit Ketchikan, “The Salmon Capital of the World” and home to the world’slargest collection of Native American totem poles; Juneau, the capital ofAlaska; and Sawyer Glacier, that calves constantly, shedding huge chunks ofice with incredible colors. Stop in Skagway, where the Gold Rush began andonshore enjoy a stroll on the weathered boardwalks; and Victoria, BC, Canada’sGarden City on Vancouver Island.
Sightseeing tours in Seattle including Pike’s Place Market & San Francisco with opportunitiesto see the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’sWharf. Plus Napa where you will visit two ofthe area’s premier wineries.
Scenic Amtrak Coast Starlight train trip from Seattle to San Francisco. Relax in yourAmtrak sleeper-roomette at night (includes VIP lounge).*Per person, based on double occupancy. Price based on inside cabin,upgrades available. Airfare is extra.
Canadian Rockies TourAlso includes “RockyMountain” Rail Trip &Olympic National Park
14 Days Depart August 2, 2013 from$1958*Start in Seattle, Washington; beginning your drive to Spokane. En route, visitthe Grand Coulee Dam, and Dry Falls. Drive through the beautiful lake-sidecommunities as you head east to “The Big Sky Country”of Montana. Next visitGlacier National Park. Then cross over toWaterton LakesNational Park, Glacier’s, Canadian sister park. The followingday you will travel to the town of BanZ and BanZ NationalPark. Then travel north on the IceYelds Parkway beginningyour scenic route through the Canadian Rockies. VisitLake Louise; Jasper National Park; Jasper town and YohoNational Park before crossing the Continental Divide toRevelstoke; the Lake Okanagan region and the resort town, you will board the “Sea to Sky Climb”Rocky Mountaineertrain and travel the breathtaking PaciYc coast to Vancouver.The following day you will take a ferry trip to Victoria onVancouver Island with its classic colonial architecture. Then travel back to the U.S.and enjoy another ferry trip to Port Angeles and tour Olympic National Park beforereturning to Seattle. *Price per person based on double occupancy. Airfare is extra.
For reservations & details call 7 days a week:
1-800-736-7300
2341
716
� PROTIP: PICKING THE PERFECT TREE
Ohio’s Christmas tree farms offer a wide variety of trees which are sure to please anyone’s tastes. Medium nee-dle length trees have strong branches that support heavier ornaments while soft needle trees like firs fill thehome with a rich citrusy/piney fragrance.
BY TRACY [email protected]
COLUMBUS —More than 250 farmers,producers, educators,school food service pro-fessionals, business lead-ers and Ohio StateUniversity Extensionexperts are expected toattend a statewide con-ference on the Farm toSchool program, with agoal to continue to getmore fresh, locallygrown and producedfoods into more schoolcafeterias.OSU Extension will
host the Farm to Schoolconference Wednesday,March 13, as part of aneffort to continue toexpand the successfulprogram, which works toincrease students’ accessto healthy foods and tohelp them learn moreabout food, health,nutrition and agricul-ture.Farm to School is a
national program, whichin Ohio is led by OSUExtension and is sup-ported by numerousagencies, foundationsand industry organiza-tions. OSU Extension isthe outreach arm ofOhio State University’sCollege of Food,Agricultural, andEnvironmental Sciences.“The dynamic part of
this conference is that itbrings together all typesof leaders involved in
making pre-K throughcollege Farm to Schoolprograms work acrossthe state,” said Julie Fox,director of Ohio State’sFarm to School program.The conference
theme is “Let’s GrowFarm to School,” andwill feature keynote pre-sentations, 10 breakoutsessions, a curriculumshowcase and other dis-plays designed to show-case opportunities farm-ers, schools and commu-nity leaders have towork together toincrease students’ accessto healthy foods.In addition, there
will also be plenty ofnetworking opportuni-ties, she said.Sessions will include:• School food pro-
curement, opportunitiesfor food service buyersand Ohio farmers• Forming farm to
school partnerships• Food safety• School gardens• Finding farm to
school funding andresources• Why farm to
school• Marketing farm to
school“The objective of the
conference is to provideeducation for thoseinterested in initiatingor expanding a Farm toSchool program and toprovide connections tobuild and strengthenprogram networks,” Fox
said. “The conference isalso designed to supportparticipants as theymake a difference intheir communities andto provide opportunitiesto unite professionalsand their perspectiveson food, health or agri-culture.”In addition to provid-
ing young people withfresh, local food, Farm toSchool also helps themunderstand where theirfood comes from andhow food choices affecttheir health, environ-ment and community.The Farm to School
Advisory Group is final-izing conference detailsand accepting confer-ence sponsors, Fox said.Registration informationwill be available on theconference website atgo.osu.edu/FarmToSchool.For more information
on Ohio’s Farm toSchool program, visitfarmtoschool.osu.edu.
Tracy Turner can bereached at (614) 688-1067. Julie Fox can bereached at (740) 289-207.
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 7
Early Bird Special!
ROOT LUMBERAND HOME SUPPLY CENTER
Serving Harding County for Over 85 Years!202 S. Market St., Kenton, OH
419-674-4001
REAL HEATING SOLUTIONS!
Ultimate Comfort, Affordable Prices!
2341881
SAVINGS - May lower heating costsSATISFACTION - 60 day gauranteeSAFETY - Never reaches a tempurature thatcan start a fireHEALTHY - Won’t reduce humidity oroxygen. No carbonmonoxide or radiation.EFFICIENT - Heats up to 1,000 s.f. EVENLY,wall to wall, floor to ceiling
*The World’s Leader For Infrared Technology
Get ‘emWhile
They Last!
Real Heat, Real Savings, Real Safe!
Gen 3 1000 Infrared Quratz HeaterWith Infrared Remote Control $297.00Gen 2 Infrared Heater at $197.00
Upper Sandusky10264 Co. Hwy. 121Call 1-800-472-9554or 419-294-2349
Hours:Mon-Fri 7:30-5 p.m.or Sat. 7:30-noon
John Deere ToysMake The
Holidays Magical!
SALEFrom Nov. 23thru Dec. 31
(Year End)
2342
393
Give Your Kids AJohn DeereChristmas!
Check Our Prices!
Ohio State to hostFarm to SchoolConference BY MARTHA FILIPIC
I need some inspiration to help keepme from gaining weight during the holi-days. Any ideas?The temptations of the season often
come not with glitter and sparkle, but withsugar, fat and calories.Fortunately, weight gain isn’t inevitable.
In fact, most studies suggest an averageweight gain over the holidays of about onepound. This is good news, because mostpeople assume it is five or 10 times thatnumber.Still, researchers warn that people tend
to keep that extra pound instead of shed-ding it after the season is over. Thosepounds can pile up over time, leading tosignificant weight gain.Studies also indicate that people who
are already overweight are more likely togain five pounds or more during the holi-days.Perhaps the first thing to acknowledge
is that this won’t be easy. Accepting thatin advance will help you make a more seri-ous effort. With that in mind, here are afew tips from the experts:• Unless you can already easily estimate
and track calories of the special treats andmeals you’re likely to face over the holi-days, try a “mindful eating” approachinstead. A recent Ohio State Universitystudy showed that this technique can helppeople with diabetes to significantly reducetheir weight and blood sugar. To use thismethod, take a few minutes before eatingto assess how hungry you are, and thenmake a conscious choice about how muchyou eat. When you’re full, stop eating —no matter how tempting the food is.
• Learn to say“no” politely: “It’sdelicious, but if Ieat one more bite,I’ll feel stuffed.”Don’t let yourselffeel pressured intoeating more thanyou want to.• Help yourself
with portion con-trol by using small-er plates, especially
at a buffet. Fill it up with vegetables orlean protein, if possible, before you addother dishes. When eating out, ask for atake-home box to be delivered with yourfood, and put half of your meal in it beforeyou take a bite.• Watch the alcohol. A recent study
showed that American adults get an aver-age of 5 percent of their calories from alco-hol alone, amounting to about 100 caloriesa day. That could easily increase during theholidays. Set yourself a limit in advance,and follow any alcoholic beverage with anice big glass of water.• Find ways to increase physical activity
to account for extra calories. Stretch your30-minute workout to 45 minutes. And,make it a point to always park far from theentry to work or the store, just to workthose extra steps in.For more ideas from around the web, see
http://bitly.com/holidaygain.
Chow Line is a service of Ohio StateUniversity Extension and the OhioAgricultural Research and DevelopmentCenter. Send questions to Chow Line, c/oMartha Filipic, 2021 Coffey Road,Columbus, OH 43210-1044.
CHOWLINE
Tips to preventholiday weight gain
8 Acres of Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
2342513
CFARMERS CO-OP
Central OhioFarmersCo-Op
LOOK TO US FOR ALLOF YOUR FUEL NEEDS DEF FLUID $1.999/GALLON
1 - 8 8 8 - 4 9 8 - 9 8 8 0Serving All OfCentral Ohio
PPPPrrrreeeemmmmiiiiuuuummmm QQQQuuuuaaaallll iiii ttttyyyy SSSSeeeeeeeeddddFor increased corn profits... plant Walton Superior Hybrids
CERTIFIED SEED•Seed Oats •Seed Beans •Seed Wheat •Field Seeds
ROUND UP READY VARIETIESAGRA VARIETIES • AGI VARIETIES
Dealer Inquiries Welcome!
B.F. WALTON & SONS SEED Co.6655 S.R. 67 N. Box 440
Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351Phone 419-927-5222 • FAX 419-927-5232
234155923
4254
3
JOHN DEERE1293843893643693
For details go towww.AppleFarmService.com
MANY COMBINE HEADS AVAILABLE
COMBINES – Prices Reduced!!
CASE IH GRAIN HEADS2162-402020-35
2020-301020-30
1020-251020-20
NEW HOLLAND GRAIN HEADS973-30973-2088C-36
84C-3674C-3574C-30
73C-3073C-2573C-20
CASE IH'10 8120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$310,000'09 8120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$269,900'12 7230 . . . . . . . . . . . .$290,000'12 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$298,500'11 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$259,000'11 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$285,000'10 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$260,000'09 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$225,000'09 7120 . . . . . . . . . . . .$245,000'08 7010 . . . . . . . . . . . .$189,000'08 7010 . . . . . . . . . . . .$220,000'07 7010 . . . . . . . . . . . .$209,000'09 6088 . . . . . . . . . . . .$218,000‘10 6088 . . . . . . . . . . . .$239,000'10 5088 . . . . . . . . . . . .$208,000‘07 2588 . . . . . . . . . . . .$169,500‘02 2388 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$98,000‘01 2388 . . . . . . . . . . . .$110,000
JOHN DEERE'08 9670STS . . . . . . . .$215,000'02 9650STS . . . . . . . . .$79,500'97 9600 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$55,000'05 9560STS . . . . . . . .$135,000'95 9510 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$80,000'98 9510 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$61,900
GLEANER'98 R62 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$75,000
NEW HOLLAND‘11 CR9070 . . . . . . . . .$290,000'07 CR9070 . . . . . . . . .$210,000'08 CR9060 . . . . . . . . .$225,000'10 CR9060 . . . . . . . . .$260,000'05 CR960 . . . . . . . . . .$165,000
Also Earlier ModelsTo Fit Your Budget
CASE IHTrue Tandem Turbo 330-25' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$42,500
330-34' . . . . . . .$50,000-$54,500330-42’ . . . . . . . . . . . . .$68,000
LANDOLLVert Till 7431 Disc, 31' . .$59,000
McFARLANEVert Till RD4035RB . . . .$37,500
GREAT PLAINSTurbo Chopper 24' . . . . .$39,000Turbo Till 30' . . . . . . . . .$49,500Turbo Till 24' . . . . . . . . .$39,500Ultra Till 30' . . . . . . . . . .$34,000Ultra Till 52' . . . . . . . . . .$35,000
SALFORDVert Till 570RTS . . . . . . .$32,500
THESE AVILABLE JAN. '13.... CALL'12 CIH Steiger 350, 4WD'12 cih Magnum 110, fwa'12 CIH Magnum 190, fwa'05 NH TM190, FWA'11 CIH Steiger 435 4WD . . . . . . . .$259,500'12 CIH Steiger 350, 4WD . . . . . . . $255,000'12 CIH Magnum 315, FWA . . . . . .$238,000'10 CIH MAG 210 CVT FWA . . . . . .$149,600'10 CIH MAG 225 CVT FWA . . . . . .$169,500'12 CIH MAG 235 FWA . . . . . . . . . .$182,500'08 CIH MAG 275 FWA . . . . . . . . . .$150,000'08 CIH MAG 275 FWA . . . . . . . . . .$155,000'09 CIH MX125 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . .$56,500'06 CIH MX215 FWA . . . . . . . . . . . .$118,000'06 CIH MX255 FWA . . . . . . . . . . .$127,500'03 CIH MXM140 FWA . . . . . . . . . . .$65,000'04 CIH MX175, 2WD . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000'03 CIH MXM190, FWA . . . . . . . . . .$69,500'06 CIH JX1100U FWA . . . . . . . . . . .$39,950‘11 CIH Farmall 85C . . . . . . . . . . . . .$47,500
‘93 CIH 595 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,900‘99 Allis 5660 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,900‘94 Allis 9690 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$45,000'09 CAT Challenger MT545B FWA . .$89,500'06 JD 5525 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$32,500'97 JD 6300 2WD w/Ldr. . . . . . . . . . .$28,000'95 JD 6200 FWA w/Ldr. . . . . . . . . . .$31,500'04 JD 8120 FWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$134,000‘08 MF 5445 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000‘89 MF 390 FWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17,500'08 NH TL100A 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . .$33,500'03 NH TN65 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500'04 NH TS100A 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . .$30,500'00 NH TC35S4 FWA w/Ldr. . . . . . . .$13,500'06 NH TN75DA FWA . . . . . . . . . . . .$26,000'08 NH TN75SA FWA w/Ldr. . . . . . . .$29,500'04 NH TS100A FWA w/Ldr. . . . . . . .$39,900'10 Kubota BX2660 Compact, 4WD ..$12,900'08 MF 5445, 2WD . . . . . . ... . . . . . .$25,000CIH 580D TLB, 2WD, New Tires . . .$12,500NH 655A TLB, Ext Hoe . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500
GRAIN HEADS
CASE IH340834063208320624082208
NEW HOLLAND996N8986N898C898C6974N696C
CORN HEADS
TRACTORS
VERTICAL TILLAGE
'02 - '08 Case IH 1200 16R30" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$44,950-$85,000'04 Case IH 1200 12R30" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$48,000'10 Case IH 1250 24R30" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$140,000'06 Great Plains Yp1625 16/32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85,000'98 John Deere 1750 6R Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23,900'97 John Deere 1760 12R Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$34,500'98 John Deere 1770 16R Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$43,500'02 JD 1780 16/31R Corn/Bean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$46,500'03 JD 1790 16/32R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$79,000JD 7200 6R30 Conserv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,900
PLANTERS
GP 1500/CPH . . . . . . . .$18,500JD 1560, 15’ . . . . . . . . .$24,000
JD 1690, AIR, 30’ . . . . . .$55,000‘10 JD 1990 CCS, 30’ . .$85,000
DRILLS
09 JM 1151-22D . . . . . . .$46,000‘09 JM 875-18 . . . . . . . .$31,500JM 500 . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10,500‘09 KB 1200 . . . . . . . . . . .$9,950
‘08 KZ 1050 . . . . . . . . . .$52,500‘08 KZ 800 . . . . . . . . . . .$18,000‘08 KZ 840 . . . . . . . . . . .$27,500‘07 KZ 850 . . . . . . . . . . .$42,500
GRAIN CARTS
AppleFarmService.com
COMBINES & ATTACHMENTSSPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE! 30 MONTHS, 0% INTEREST
ON SELECT USED COMBINES
Also Many Grain Augers andGravity Wagons Available
19161 Kentner Rd.Botkins, OH 45306
937-693-3848 • 800-646-1092
10120 W. Versailles Rd.Covington, OH 45318
937-526-4851 • 800-860-4851
2342508
USED KINZE PLANTERS
Shop For Spring Planting, NOW!
‘03 Kinze 3600, 12/23R30 Interplant, No-Till, Insect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000‘05 Kinze 3600, 16/31, Bean, KPMII Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$68,500‘10 Kinze 3650, 12/24R, Vac, Vision, Res, Liq Fert Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$95,000‘06 Kinze 3650, 16/32R, Mech Box Ext Res, Ytr Inj. Keetons . . . . . . . . . .$89,500‘10 Kinze 3660, 12R30, Air Seed, Edge Vac, No-Till Residue . . . . . . . . . .$92,500‘09 Kinze 3800, 24R30, Edge Vac, GPS 1500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135,000
Kinze 2600 16R30, Corn/Bean, several available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$36-$47,000‘01 Kinze 3000, 15/30R, Corn/Bean, Insect, KPMII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29,500‘01 Kinze 3200, 12R, Econo-Fold No-Till, KPMII Mon, Corn . . . . . . . . . . .$39,500‘01 Kinze 3600, 16/32, No-Till Turbo, Air Boom, Box Ext . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$59,500‘02 Kinze 3600, 12 RN, No-Till, Liq Fert, Insect, Keetons . . . . . . . . . . . . .$52,000‘03 Kinze 3600, 16RN, Box Ext, 2 Yrs on Rebuild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$56,500
10120 W. Versailles Rd.Covington, OH 45318
937-526-4851800-860-4851
19161 Kentner Rd.Botkins, OH 45306
937-693-3848800-646-1091
AppleFarmService.com
USED KINZE PLANTERS‘03 Kinze 3600, 12/23R30 Interplant, No-Till, Insect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000‘05 Kinze 3600, 16/31, Bean, KPMII Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$68,500‘10 Kinze 3650, 12/24R, Vac, Vision, Res, Liq Fert Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$95,000‘06 Kinze 3650, 16/32R, Mech Box Ext Res, Ytr Inj. Keetons . . . . . . . . . .$89,500‘10 Kinze 3660, 12R30, Air Seed, Edge Vac, No-Till Residue . . . . . . . . . .$92,500‘09 Kinze 3800, 24R30, Edge Vac, GPS 1500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135,000
Kinze 2600 16R30, Corn/Bean, several available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$36-$47,000‘01 Kinze 3000, 15/30R, Corn/Bean, Insect, KPMII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29,500‘01 Kinze 3200, 12R, Econo-Fold No-Till, KPMII Mon, Corn . . . . . . . . . . .$39,500‘01 Kinze 3600, 16/32, No-Till Turbo, Air Boom, Box Ext . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$59,500‘02 Kinze 3600, 12 RN, No-Till, Liq Fert, Insect, Keetons . . . . . . . . . . . . .$52,000‘03 Kinze 3600, 16RN, Box Ext, 2 Yrs on Rebuild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$56,500
10120 W. Versailles Rd.Covington, OH 45318
937-526-4851800-860-4851
19161 Kentner Rd.Botkins, OH 45306
937-693-3848800-646-1091
AppleFarmService.com
USED KINZE PLANTERS‘03 Kinze 3600, 12/23R30 Interplant, No-Till, Insect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000‘05 Kinze 3600, 16/31, Bean, KPMII Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$68,500‘10 Kinze 3650, 12/24R, Vac, Vision, Res, Liq Fert Mon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$95,000‘06 Kinze 3650, 16/32R, Mech Box Ext Res, Ytr Inj. Keetons . . . . . . . . . .$89,500‘10 Kinze 3660, 12R30, Air Seed, Edge Vac, No-Till Residue . . . . . . . . . .$92,500‘09 Kinze 3800, 24R30, Edge Vac, GPS 1500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135,000
Kinze 2600 16R30, Corn/Bean, several available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$36-$47,000‘01 Kinze 3000, 15/30R, Corn/Bean, Insect, KPMII . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29,500‘01 Kinze 3200, 12R, Econo-Fold No-Till, KPMII Mon, Corn . . . . . . . . . . .$39,500‘01 Kinze 3600, 16/32, No-Till Turbo, Air Boom, Box Ext . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$59,500‘02 Kinze 3600, 12 RN, No-Till, Liq Fert, Insect, Keetons . . . . . . . . . . . . .$52,000‘03 Kinze 3600, 16RN, Box Ext, 2 Yrs on Rebuild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$56,500
10120 W. Versailles Rd.Covington, OH 45318
937-526-4851800-860-4851
19161 Kentner Rd.Botkins, OH 45306
937-693-3848800-646-1091
AppleFarmService.com
CASE IH340834063208320624082208
JOHN DEERE1293843893643693
NEW HOLLAND996N8986N898C898C6974N696C
Kinze 2600,16R30, Corn/Bean, several available ...............$36-$47,000ʻ01 Kinze 3600,16/32, No-Till Turbo, AirBoom, BoxExt ...............$59,500ʻ02 Kinze 3600, 12 RN, No-Till, Liq Fert, Insect, Keetons ...........$52,000ʻ03 Kinze 3600, 16RN, Box Ext, 2Yrs on Rebuild........................$56,500ʻ03 Kinze 3600,12/23R30 Interplant, No-Till, Insect ....................$60,000ʻ05 Kinze 3600,16/31,Bean,KPMIIMon........................................$68,500ʻ10 Kinze 3650,12/24R, Vac, Vision, Res, Liq Fert Mon ..............$95,000ʻ06 Kinze 3650, 16/32R, Mech Box Ext Res, Ytr Inj. Keetons .....$89,500ʻ10 Kinze 3660, 12R30, Air Seed, Edge Vac, No-Till Residue .....$92,500ʻ09 Kinze 3800, 24R30, Edge Vac, GPS1500 ...........................$135,000
10120 W. Versailles Rd. • Covington, OH 45318937-526-4851
800-860-4851 • 800-646-1091
CASE IH GRAIN HEADS2162-402020-35
2020-301020-30
1020-251020-20
NEW HOLLAND GRAIN HEADS973-30973-2088C-36
84C-3674C-3574C-30
73C-3073C-2573C-20
GRAIN HEADS
CORN HEADS
MANY COMBINE HEADS AVAILABLE
COMBINES - Prices Reduced!!
TRACTORS
VERTICLE TILLAGE
PLANTERS
DRILLS
GRAIN CARTS
www.ACRESmidwest.com
BY MICHAEL [email protected]
Chuck Schepflin went to work at thefamily business 35 years ago and wouldhave never imagined where that wouldlead him.
Schepflin went to work with hisfather, Will, at his lawn and gardenequipment business in the mid 1970s.
“Dad owned and operated Willie’sSales and Service,” said Chuck aboutthe Fremont business. “I came to workfor him in 1974 and have been here eversince.”
Chuck, who graduated from RossHigh School in 1979, has turned his jobat Willie’s into a second full time career.
“I started doing chain saw carvingsback in 1977 behind our display tent atthe Sandusky County Fair,” notedChuck. “It was something that was justgetting started back then. Only a fewpeople were doing it, and it just reallyappealed to me.”
Chuck entered his first pro carvingshow in 1980.
“I was part of the McCulloch compa-ny team at that time,” rememberedChuck. “I took third at my first showwhich was at the Paul Bunion show herein Ohio. I learned a lot about what thejudges were looking for and workedhard the following year to change somethings. I came back the following yearand won that same competition in1981.”
The competition Chuck won was a30-minute timed event.
“The judges judged on accuracy,speed, design and attention to detail,”said Chuck. “The winner is chosen byhow much their carvings collected at anauction following the event. We wouldcarve for three days and the three daytotal of what you collected at auctiondetermined the winner.”
Chuck, who now is part of the StihlPro Carving Team, has won 19 nationaltitles in speed and accuracy.
“I was approached by Stihl in 1989to join their team,” said Chuck. “Thereare six of us on the Pro Carving Teamand we travel the state year round. Weare actually leaving Wednesday, Oct. 10,for the Bob Evans Fest in Rio Grand,Ohio.”
Chainsaw carving had come a longway since its early beginnings. WhenChuck started carving they carved basicshapes like crosses and geometricshapes.
“I remember I learned one trickwhere if you cut up a log a specific wayat the end when you cracked it all apart,it made a wood log chain,” noted Chuck.
“The animals and all the more elaboratecarvings did not start until around 1981or ’82,” he added.
“Today if you can think it we cancarve it,” Chuck smiled. “I would saythat for the bigger carvings if you wantsomething elaborate carved into a treestump or something like that you canalmost figure about $100 per foot oftree. So if you have a 6-foot tree stumpyou want carved into something specialyou would be looking at about $600worth of work.”
Chuck uses a MS 250 Stihl for hisdetail work and a MS 441 for his blockout work. Both his saws are regularstock chain saws.
“I think this is what makes me such agood competition carver,” noted Chuck.
“I can use my stock saw to carveanything I want. Most competition guyshave special carving saws for their detailwork and that takes up time. I can useone saw the entire cut.”
Chuck uses his knowledge aboutsaws for more than competition. Hegives demonstrations on chain saw safe-ty to youth groups and organizations allthe time.
“I just finished talking with the localCub Scout Pack at Cristy Cabins here inFremont,” he said.
“I gave them a safety demonstrationand actually showed them how (leatherleg) chaps can actually stop a saw andsave your life. I have been working withsaws for over 35 years now, and I stillhave all my fingers and toes,” he smiled.
“Safety is very important to our carv-ing team,” he noted. “The competitionshave actually stopped most of the speedevents for safety reasons.”
Chuck is still very much a part ofWillie’s Sales and Service.
“This is my family business and I amextremely proud of that,” said Chuck.
“Dad is still here every day doingthis thing but it is now more of myresponsibility to make sure things arerun smoothly.
“I do it all around here as far as whatmy responsibilities are. I work on theequipment, sweep floors and fix toilets,”he smiled.
“I tell people I have two full-timejobs. One is running this business andthe other is the carving team, and I’mjust as proud of one as am of the other.”
Chuck Schepflin holds up one of his chainsaw carvings.
CHUCK SCHEPFLIN:PRO CARVER
Christmas trees are readily available for purchase inOhio the day after Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve atmost tree farm locations. Depending on the local farm, mostoffer cut-your-own trees, ready-cut trees and live trees to bereplanted. Saws are usually provided and post-cut serviceswill vary. Most farms will offer tree shaking and bailing ofsome kind for a small fee or even for free.
The following list of Christmas tree farms covers theNorth central and North western portions of the state ofOhio. Most of the farms on this list are members of theOhio Christmas Tree Association.
Black Forest Pines3527 Johnstown-Utica Rd., Johnstown;
614-855-1146; [email protected]; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Friday, Saturday and Sunday, until Dec. 16.
Cackler Family Farms4971 Cackler Rd., Delaware; 740-524-5311; www.cack-
lerfarms.com; 1-6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; through Dec. 22.
Cameron Tree Farm7419 Sharp Rd., Mount Vernon; 740-397-5514; noon to
dark on weekdays, 9 a.m. to dark Saturday, closed Sunday.
Country Cabin Tree Farm3600 Wilson Rd., Sunbury; 614-832-9345; www.coun-
trycabintreefarm.com; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday throughSunday, Dec. 1-2 and Dec. 8-9.
Cranberry Hollow Christmas Tree Farm135 German St., Ottawa; 419-538-6964.
Dale Christmas Tree Farm9481 Kilbourne Rd., Sunbury; 740-524-7473; www.dale-
treefarm.com; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sundayuntil Dec. 23.
Hickory Ridge Tree Farm3600 Johnstown-Alexandria Rd., Alexandria; 740-924-
5054; www.hickory-ridge.com; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Homestead Christmas Tree Farm2573 Loudon St., Granville; 740-587-1345; www.home-
steadfarminc.com; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sundaythrough Dec. 23.
Kaleidoscope Farms14841 CR 54, Rawson; 419-722-1154; info@kaleido-
scopefarms.com; Monday to Friday 4-6 p.m.; Saturday 10a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 2-6 p.m. through Dec. 22 at noon.
Kleerview Farms2454 Baughman Rd., Bellville; 419-886-2029;
www.kleerviewfarm.com; 1-5 p.m. Monday through Friday,Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Old Log House Plantation, Inc.8656 State Route 13 NW, Somerset; 740-743-1359;
www.loghouseplantation.com; Monday through Thursday 3-7 p.m., Friday noon to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.to 7 p.m.
Pine Tree Barn4374 Shreve Rd., Wooster; 330-264-1014; www.pine-
treebarn.com; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday,9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Rush's Tree Farm22239 State Route 347, Raymond; 937-246-4543;
Thursday 3-6 p.m., Friday noon to 6 p.m., Saturday andSunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Dec. 23.
Sells Christmas Tree & Reindeer Farm5762 Auster Rd., Wakeman; 440-839-5223; www.sells-
farm.com; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Scioto Prarie Farms330 Marseilles-Galion Rd. E, Marion; 740-382-6823;
noon to dark Saturdays through Dec. 22.
Steinberger Christmas Tree Farm655 E. CR 201, Fremont; 419-355-8733; 1-7 p.m.
Monday through Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7pm.
Stonehaven Tree Farm6718 Perry Rd., Centerburg; 614-668-6292; www.stone-
haventreefarm.com; 9 a.m. to dark Thursday throughSunday.
Sugargrove Tree Farm1619 Township Rd. 1455, Ashland; 1-800-589-6145;
www.sugargrovefarm.com; noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdaythrough Friday, Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.to 4 p.m. through Dec. 16.
Taylor Tree Farm3720 Wilson Rd., Sunbury; 740-965-3293; 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Timbuk Farms2030 Timbuk Rd., Granville; 740-587-2178; www.tim-
buk.com; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.weekends through Dec. 21.
Wade Gardens3600 Possum Run Rd., Mansfield; 419-774-0004;
www.wadegardens.com; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday throughSaturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to noon Dec. 24.
Walsh Christmas Tree Farm9068 Eden Church Rd. N.E., St. Louisville; 740-745-
5040; www.walshchristmastreefarm.com; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Moonday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday throughDec. 21.
Whitehouse Christmas Tree Farm11500 Obee Rd., Whitehouse; 419-877-2733;
www.whitehousetreefarm.com; 3 p.m. to dark Thursday andFriday; 10 a.m. to dark Saturday and Sunday through Dec.16.
Whiteside Evergreens18875 Boerger Rd., Marysville; 937-642-5197;
www.whitesideevergreens.com; 4-8 p.m. Monday throughFriday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. Sunday.
Wiechman Family Christmas Trees252 CR 143, Fremont; 419-332-3236
Wines Family Christmas Tree Farm12329 County Highway 128, Upper Sandusky; 3-5 p.m.
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, noon to5 p.m. Sunday.
Woodridge Tree Farm12893 Rocky Fork Rd., St. Louisville; 740-668-5231;
www.woodridgetreefarm.com; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday through Dec. 9.
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 9
L I V E S T O C KBucyrus, OH 44820After Hours Numbers
419-563-2407866-563-2407
O C KBucyrus, OH 44820
ss NumberrsAfter Hourrs Number419-563-2407866-563-2407
Chuck Miller - Corn Buyer419-562-1198
Hord Elevator, LLCChuck Miller - Corn
419-562-11
orattvd EleHorBuyer98
,rr, CLL
Seeking Farmers Interested In Swine
Finishing Barns(Operator)
“Your Corn, Feeding the local Economy”
Learn moreabout us at:
www.hordlivestock.com
We Need Your Corn For Our Livestock!
2341
572
• TW Premium
• Farm PickupAvailable
• 6000 bu/HRdrying capacity
• 2 hi-capacity,corn pits
PARTS & MAINTENANCE DIVISIONPARTS & MAINTENANCE DIVISION�16 Service Bays�24/7 Emergency Break Down Service�Van’s, flat’s, tanker’s, reefers, dump & grain trailers - we fix them all!
Minor semi-truck repairs - brakes, air system, belts, hoses, fluids, and more.�State-of-the-art fabrication & weld shop�We fabricate and weld any kind of metal and can repair any problem your trailer
is facing. Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel ~ not a problem!�Full line of tank & van trailer replacement parts�Two Hunter Alignment Racks and Hunter wheel Balancing Machine�DEF repairs�Parker Brand Hose & fittings, &Weather-Head Brand Hose & fittings
2050 N. Dixie Highway • Lima, OH 45801Ph 419-221-3750 • Fax # 419-221-3854
www.northdixietruck.com
2341
566
FULL SERVICE TRUCK/TRAILERAND R.V. REPAIR
24 HOUR EMERGENCY ROAD SERVICE
NationalAccountsWelcome
Since 1974
REPAIR & ROADSIDE SERVICE· Beaverdam Fleet Service works thru the NAPA Truck Service Center and allows for the Nationwide NAPA Truck Warranties· Truck towing · Trailer reloads, load shifts · Truck repairs · Tire service · Trailer repairs · Aluminum and steel fabrication services
· Computer hook up for most hd truck and truck motors
419-643-8840US 30 & I-75Exit 135, Next to Flying JUse Flying J Auto/RV Entrance
Light to Heavy Duty Towing · Local & Long DistanceBeeline Alignments – Clutches – Drive Line Repair (Steel, Alum. Fabricating)
Minor to Major Repairs – A/C Repairs – Electronic Engine Diagnostic Equipment
Beaverdam Fleet Service, Inc.Located Next to Flying J · Beaverdam, Ohio
Serving Central Ohio Since 1965
6720 Gillette Road Waldo, Ohio 43356(740) 726-2429 • (800) 851-6452
28438 Kinney Pike Richwood, Ohio 43344(740) 943-2212 • (800) 363-4804
110 Lake Street Delaware, Ohio 43015(740) 363-1957 • (800) 548-4817
www.OHIGRO.com
2342124
2311
059
1235 S. Prospect St.Marion, Ohio740-387-8177
Hours: 9:30 -- 6:00 Mon-Fri9:30 – 3:00 Sat
www.shirkcandies.com
Assorted Boxed ChocolatesGourmet Jelly BellysNovelty Gift Ideas
EEssttaabblliisshheedd1932
Christmas tree farms open for business
On-farm weddings a growing niche businessBY COLLEEN
NEWVINE TEBEAUAPExchange
Robert Pollock startedhosting weddings at hisButtermilk Falls Inn andSpa as a fluke. He boughta 1764 house on about100 acres in the HudsonValley, north of New YorkCity, and one of the guyshe hired to do work onthe property needed aplace for a wedding, soPollock agreed.“Of course it poured
rain but we got throughit,” he recalled.Pollock accidentally
became part of a trend —couples planning wed-dings with locally sourcedmenus and taking place atfarms.In Chicago, Paul
Larson is a farm-to-tablechef in the truest sense;he’s both executive chefat Blue Plate caterers andowner of a farm inCassopolis, Mich., wherehe grows microgreens andheirloom tomatoes.“When I moved out to
Michigan, they alllaughed at me because Iwas a city boy wanting tobe a farmer,” Larson said.Now, with the growingpopularity of locavoredining, he finds it anadvantage to offer cater-ing clients produce he’s
grown, or the meat anddairy of his neighbors.Because wedding
clients tend to book far inadvance, Larson canorder seeds and grow anitem to order. He grewbutternut squash andleeks specifically for onemenu last year, for exam-ple.Larson estimates that
most of the couples book-ing Blue Plate for wed-dings are interested infood issues on some level,from dabblers to thoseserious about sourcing theentire meal from smallfarms within a 100-mileradius, donating leftovers,recycling wine corks andthe like.Blue Plate tries to
accommodate coupleswherever they are in thatspectrum, Larson said.That means communicat-
ing clearly about a cou-ple’s priorities and aboutwhat’s in season, andaccepting the need toadapt if a particular itemcomes in early or late.Jane Eckert, who con-
sults with farms ontourism as owner ofEckert AgriMarketing, inSt. Louis, Mo., has seenan increase in farmswanting to host weddingsbut says “it’s the brideswho are driving it.”“Brides are looking for
unique destinations andfarmers are looking forways to supplement theirincome,” she said.Weddings are still a
niche business for farms,Eckert said. Pumpkinpatches, hay rides, applepicking and corn mazesare more popular.But once a farmer has
invested in the infrastruc-
ture to make visitors com-fortable, such as puttingin bathrooms and a bigparking lot, weddings canbe a logical next step.“This appeals to the
next generation (of farm-ers) that’s coming in.They have an opportunityto build a new businesson the farm,” Eckert said.“It takes the right person-ality,” she added, sincehosting weddings meansworking with sometimes-demanding brides, work-ing into the night, anddealing with the commo-tion of big parties.Other examples of the
locavore wedding trendaround the United Statesinclude the JeffersonHotel in Richmond, Va.,which uses localRappahannock oysters,Manakintowne Farms let-tuces, Dave and Dee’s
locally grown oystermushrooms; and producefrom the hotel’s own gar-den on wedding menus.The hotel recentlyinstalled beehives on itsroof and plans to harvestthe honey next spring.Grande Lakes Orlando
resort in Florida is prepar-ing to open an outdoorfarm and event spacecalled Whisper CreekFarm with 7,000 squarefeet of fruit and vegetablegardens on the 500-acreGrande Lakes estate,which also includes TheRitz-Carlton and JWMarriott hotels.Wedding guests will be
encouraged to peruse thegarden, and even pickand taste.Mary Ellen Murphy,
owner of Off the BeatenPath Weddings, in Napa,Calif., has been a wed-
ding planner for abouttwo decades. Althoughnorthern California haslong been a food-focusedplace, she said, she seescouples increasingly inter-ested in making goodfood a focus of their cele-brations.Farms appeal to cou-
ples getting married, shethinks, because so manypeople work indoors andare nature-deprived; itreconnects them to theearth.“Seeing elegance out
in the middle of naturebrings back some fondmemory of childhood andhow good it felt to runaround,” Murphy said.“People want to bottlethat feeling and give thatto their guests.”She recently helped
her publicist, Elana Free,plan her wedding, with afarm-like vibe that drewon Free’s childhood mem-ories of visiting hergrandparents’ ranch. “Wewould pick mulberries forhours during the summerfrom which my grandmawould make delicious jamand pie. We gathered per-simmons and walnuts,eggs from the chickens,pulled carrots from thegarden, milked the goats,and even went scoutingfor arrowheads,” Freerecalled.
10 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
AREA’S #1 DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTOR
Need a new building facility? Don’t know where to start?• Call us to help with your design.
• We can raise, enlarge, repair & replace!• Pre-engineered steel or wood frame buildings
on concrete foundations.
Contact Clouse Construction’s Design Build TeamLenny, Brian, Kyle or Matt
419-448-1365 • www.clouseconstruction.com
2342
486
2341858
2341891
2342572
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 11
London (614) 879-6620Easton (614) 475-0707Hilliard (614) 527-8800
Lancaster (740) 653-6951Marion (740) 389-5458
Washington CH (740) 335-2071Wilmington (937) 486-5211Zanesville (740) 450-7446
www.jdequipment.com
LONDON, OH DECEMBER 14TH 10AM SHARPLONDON, OH DECEMBERLONDON, OVER $4 MILLION IN INVENTORY
THAT MUST GO!OVER $4 MILLION IN INVENTORY
THAT MUST GO!
LIVE BIDDING ONLINE VIAPROXIBID.COM/JDEQUIPMENT
From now until December 8th, 2012 we will continue to sell auctionequipment. No reasonable oEer will be refused on posted
auction equipment. Buy now and save thousands!
THAT MUST GO!visit jdequipment.com/auction for complete auction listvisit jdequipment.com/auction for complete auction list
December 8th, 2012 we will continue to sell auction
2341430
Call ForYear End Fall
Specials!
419-675-2250or
567-674-1655
AuthorizedGoldStar
Dealer
“I’ve bought lots of differentequipment throughout the years,
but won’t buy any other tarpexcept an EZ-LOC.”
~Dave C., NDEZ-LOC® Roll-Up Tarp
2341564
Seventeen 3point snowblowers on
hand from 54”to 108” wide.
Shop now whileselection is the
best
Flail shredderson hand, 15’,20’, & 30”,in stock andready to go
Large supplyof choppers,15’ and 20’
batwings,rigid choppers
from 5’ thru 12’
Give us a call or visit www.hgviolet.com for our complete inventory including pallet forks, backhoes & landscape equipment
HG VIOLET IS YOUR SOURCE FOR WOODS EQUIPMENTTOP 100 DEALER!
H.G. Violet Equipment2103 North Main St.Delphos, OH 45833Phone 419-695-2000www.hgviolet.com
HG VIOLET IS YOUTOP
UR SOURCE FOR WOO100 DEAL
QUIPMENTLER!
EODS
point snowSeventeen 3
bestselection is the
whilenowShopto 108” wide.
hand from 54”blowers onpoint snow
rein2oFl
eady to gon stock and0’, & 30”,n hand, 15’,lail shredders
of choppers,Large supply
y g
12’ufrom 5’ thr
rigid choppersbatwings,
15’ and 20’of choppers,
including pallet fGive us a call or visit w
forks, backhoes & landsca.hgviolet.com for ourwwww.hgviolet.com for our complete inventor
tpe equipmenycomplete inventor
BY JANE BEATHARD
LONDON — OnNovember 5, investigators fromthree state agencies were onthe scene of a fish kill in south-ern Madison County.
A deer hunter stumbled ona dozen dead carp floating onBradford Branch in RangeTownship on Sunday and noti-fied the property owner. Inturn, that farmer notified theOhio EnvironmentalProtection Agency (OEPA).OEPA emergency response staffarrived within hours.
By daybreak Monday, localresidents and investigators fromthe Ohio departments of agri-culture and natural resourceswere also taking stock of hun-dreds of dead fish along aseven-mile stretch of BradfordBranch and Bradford Creek.The creek is a tributary of DeerCreek.
Most of the dead fishappeared to be minnow or fin-gerling size.
Manure from a clogged dis-posal system at Rising SunDairy, 8500 Yankeetown-Chenoweth Road, appeared tobe the source of the kill,
according to Erin Strouse,OEPA spokesperson.
“They are not sure when the(spill) occurred,” Strouse said.“But measurements in thecreek showed it was not more
than a day or two old.”Dairy managers were work-
ing to scrape and dam the pol-luted ditch and pump manure-filled water away. They alsoplan to replace the malfunc-
tioning disposal system, Strousesaid.
The permit dairy has a his-tory of legal problems involv-ing manure spills and fish kills.In 2010, then-owners Pieter
and Johannes Assen, as well asa commercial applicator, paid atotal of $27,500 in fines forpolluting Bradford Creek byspreading manure improperlyprior to spring rains. Thoseincidents killed hundreds offish, frogs and other amphib-ians.
In June 2011, the dairy wasagain embroiled in controversywhen local residents andUnion Township trustees com-plained a convoy of truckshauling manure from the farmcaused the chip-and-sealed sur-face of Deck Road to disinte-grate.
In August 2011, JimZehringer, former director ofthe Ohio Department ofAgriculture, granted the dairypermits to expand and increaseits herd size to 2,500 cows.
County residents David andLaDonna Thomas and BobHiggins, as well as trustees fromPaint and Union townshipsand the Madison County com-missioners, unsuccessfullyappealed that decision to thestate’s environmental appealscommission.
No additional appeals areplanned, county prosecutorSteve Pronai said.
BY JANE BEATHARDFarmer Sean Meade examines a rotting carp in Bradford Branch on Monday morning. Dead fish,mostly minnows and fingerlings, littered about seven miles of Bradford Branch and BradfordCreek in southern Madison County.
Fish kill investigated
BY DAVID J. [email protected]
The stifling, relentlesssummer heat that devastatedarea corn crops has somefarmers concerned thatchanging global weather pat-terns may cause a repeat dur-ing the next growing seasonor beyond.But an Ohio State
University agronomist saidwith foresight, proper plan-ning and research intohardier corn hybrids, hoperemains for adequate cornyields despite extremely hotweather.Peter Thomison said
good yields begin with a bal-anced fertility program,something farmers don’talways consider. He said acorn after soybean rotationhas much less an impact onsoil than continuous cornplanting.“We suggest practices
that will buffer the growerfrom drought. Continuouscorn planting will exacerbateit,” he said.Farmers often grow corn
after corn in order to providefeed, but Thomison said thatarrangement has left manyOhio fields lacking in potas-sium. “Bottom line, potassi-um is an important nutrientin preventing droughtstress,” he said. “(Farmersare) hearing about newproducts, new trends, andsometimes tried-and truetechniques get lost in theshuffle.”He also advised against
excessive plant populations.The more plants that sharespace and soil, the morecrowding in fields, whichcan lead to higher plant loss,he said.Too much tillage in the
spring can also cause prob-lems, Thomison said. Thatcan occur when farm equip-ment leaves deep trackmarks in the field, whichfarmers try to level out. Butthat can remove too muchmoisture from the soil.Many farmers instead
practice conversion tillage tominimize the number oftrips, Thomison said.The effects of drought
can also be lessened by thefarmer’s care in selectingcorn hybrids. Those exhibit-ing high yields in a wideseries of locations are bettersuited to dry conditions andcan cut the number of irriga-tion trips, Thomison said.“It’s by no means sure-
proof, but you increase yourodds if you follow thatapproach,” he added.He said drought resistant
hybrids — which involvethe difficult and complicatedtask of breeding multiplegenes into plants — arebeing widely tested by com-panies, who nonetheless arecareful what claims theymake.“I don’t think they’re
going to promise yields thatare double what you’re get-ting, but these droughtresistant corns will reducethe risks of drought and pro-vide a modest increase inyields,” he said.Thomison recommends
farmers use hybrids rangingin maturity, an importantfactor. “By using hybridswith good drought resisting
and insect resisting traits weprotect that crop frompotential damage,” he said.“You’re trying to limit yourexposure. If you use a rangeof hybrid, your range of vul-nerability is lower.” Becausethe genetics are much differ-ent than those of 20 yearsago, there are hybridspresently that are remarkablein the amount of stress theycan take, Thomison said. “Ifthe corn plant tolerates highplant population and canhandle stress, it can handlehigh temperatures,” headded.He said the trick is to
plant early in the season,preferably April 20 or later,so growth isn’t inhibited by alater planting.As agricultural technolo-
gy and practices haveimproved, soil can actuallybecome more resistant to dryconditions, Ohio FarmBureau Federationspokesperson Seth Teter
said. No-till farming, updat-ed equipment and plantingcover crops can all be usedto fight drought and mitigatelosses.The unrelenting heat last
summer stressed the state’scorn crop at a critical pointof development, resulting indamaged ears holding, insome cases, only a few ker-nels, Teter said.In anticipation of next
year’s growing season, farm-ers are looking at improvedseeds and crop varieties thatcan better tolerate moistureor heat stress, he said.Dupont Pioneer
spokesperson Jamie Butz saidthe company is offeringgrowers a product calledOptimum AQUAMax,which helps benefits cornyields in water limited envi-ronments.“We’ve been the leader
in the development of thistype of product,” she said.In addition, the modern
agricultural infrastructurethat wasn’t available duringthe Great Dust Bowl of the1930s “has made us moretolerant, more resilient todrought,” Teter said.He added that vegetable
crops benefit greatly fromirrigation where water isavailable, but said the equip-ment is often cost prohibi-tive.Still, Teter said, “It was
certainly a noteworthy yearin terms of weather condi-tions, but the mood in thecountryside doesn’t reflecthow bad conditions couldhave been. No one is throw-ing in the towel. You have alot of infrastructure andtechnology that wasn’t inplace before that is helpingthe farmer weather thedrought.”
David J. Coehrs, ExpositorFeatures Editor, can bereached at (419) 335-2010 [email protected].
The drought and extreme heat took a toll on corn crops this year.
A warmer Ohiodoesn’t mean theend of crops
12 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
Do you grow NON-GMO CORN or NON-GMO SOYBEANS?
1-800-877-7401
We offer competitive bids for NON-GMO and generic grainpicked up on your farm or delivered to the elevator.
2339743
CARS NOW$16,995.00$22,995.00$18,995.00$14,995.00$10,995.00$9,995.00$6,995.00$11,995.00$6,995.00$7,995.00$3,995.00$4,295.00$4,295.00$3,295.00$4,995.00$5,995.00$1,295.00
FIVE STAR*****HARDIN MOTORS-MT.VICTORY, OHIO*****FIVE STAR
Now In Our 54th Year!We May Not Be The Largest,But WE ARE THE BEST!
IT’S A NEW DAY
EVENT OF ALIFETIME
All Prices Include Hardin Motors Discount Plus Factory Rebates:Tax AndTitle Extra
*****FIVE STARFIVE STAR***** HARD IN MOTORS-MT. V ICTORY, OH IO
HardinMotors Inc.
CHRYSLERPlymouth
Dodge
Photos of all new & used vehicleson our website!
www.hardinmotors.com
Jerry Burrey - Owner Norma nSmiley- Sales
HOURS: M-W 8-8,T-Th-F 8-5, Sat. 8-12
FIVE STAR
“The Little Profit Dealer, They’re Cheaper In The Country!”
481 S. Main St. • Mt. Victory • 1-800-473-2681 or 1-937-354-4061
DodgeJeep
BATTERY SPECIALDon’t Get Strandedwith aDead Battery!
Must present coupon when order iswritten. Not valid with any other offer.
Expires 12/31/12
Call ForPricing
INCLUDES:•Replacement Battery•Check Charging System•Clean Cable Ends
HARDIN MOTORS, INC.481 South Main St. • Mt. Victory, Ohio
800-473-2681 or937-354-4061
www.hardinmotors.com
MINI DETAIL SPECIALHAVE YOU CAR SPARKLING THIS SPRING!
INCLUDES:•Wash and wax exterior•Clean all glass•Clean and dress tires•Sweep interior
Cannot be used incombination with othercoupons and discounts.Expires 12/31/12
STARTING AT$5950 plus tax
WITH COUPON
Expires 12/31/12
$3995 plus taxWITH COUPON
BALANCE WHEELS,ROTATE TIRES &INSPECT BRAKES
INCLUDES:•Computer balance 4 wheels•Reset air pressure•Rotate tires for wear•Inspect front pads & rotors•nspect rear linings & drums
EXTEND THE LIFE OFYOUR TIRES!
THE WORKSA COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE AT ONE LOW PRICE!
$3799WITH COUPON
INCLUDES:•Change engine oil with Chryslerapproved oil (up to 5 qts.)•Install genuine Mopar oil filter•Lubricate chassis (if applicable)•Rotate tires•Inspect front and rear brakes for wear•Inspect tire condition and adjust pressureINSPECT AND FILL TO SPECIFICATIONS:•Transmission, brake/clutchmaster cylinder, power steeringand coolant fluid levels
DIESELS AND SYNTHETICSEXTRA
Must present coupon when order iswritten. Most models. Not valid withany other offer. Expires 12/31/12
$2895 plus taxWITH COUPON
LUBE, OIL AND FILTERCHANGE SERVICE
ONE OF THE MOSTIMPORTANT SERVICESFOR YOUR VEHICLE
Must present coupon whenorder is written. Most models.Not valid with any other offer.
Expires 12/31/12
INCLUDES:•Change engine oil with Chryslerapproved oil (up to 5 qts.)•Install new genuine Mopar oil filter•Lubricate chassis (if applicable)•Top off fluids•Check tire pressure•Tire rotation and multi-pointvehicle check up
SOME VEHICLESSLIGHTLY HIGHER.SYNTHETICS &DIESELS EXTRA.
2341571
*** ALL CERTIFIED USED CARS ***
www.hardinmotors.com Photos of all new & used vehicles on our website!
ANNUAL HOLIDAY YEAR END SPECIALS!!*All of these vehicles have a3 year 36,000 mile basic bumperto bumper warranty and a 5 year,100,000 miles power train warranty.
1. Have a 6 yr. 80,000 mile power train warranty2. A 3 mo. 3,000 mile all mechanical warranty3. Plus have passed a 125 point inspection and repair list.
WE INCLUDE A TANK OF GAS WITH EVERY NEW VEHICLE PURCHASE
ALL CURRENT PRICES HAVE BEEN MARKED DOWN!!!
2013 Chrysler 200 TouringList @ $24,075.00 – Special @ $19,999.00
@HARDINMOTORS
12 CHRYSLER 200 TOURING SEDAN - CAST WHEELS - ALL POWER - 30+ MPG - DEEP CHERRY ......................12 DODGE JOURNEY HERO SXT - ALL WHEEL DRIVE - CAST WHEELS - 7 PASSENGER - BLACK........................11 JEEP COMPASS 4X4 LATITUDE - CAST WHEELS - 16,000 MILES - WHITE ....................................................09 DODGE JOURNEY SXT FWD - CAST WHEELS - ALL POWER - WHITE ............................................................07 CHRYSLER PACIFICA - FWD - 4.0 - NEW TIRES - TAN INTERIOR - BLACK......................................................06 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO COUPE - 3.9 V/6 - SUNROOF - VGC - RED..........................................................06 DODGE STRATUS SXT - V/6 - CAST WHEELS - LOW MILES - CYPRESS GREEN ............................................05 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING - LEATHER - CAST WHEELS - LOW MILES - COOL VANILLA ..................................04 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER - LIMITED - TURBO - LEATHER - SUNROOF - INFERNO RED ....................................04 CHRYSLER PACIFICA - ALL WHEEL DRIVE - LEATHER - NEW TIRES - CAST WHEELS - SILVER ....................03 FORD TAURUS - SEDAN - CAST WHEELS - LEATHER - SUNROOF - BLACK ....................................................02 MERCURY SABLE LS - SEDAN - LOW MILES - TAN ........................................................................................02 CADILLAC DEVILLE - 4 DR SEDAN - LEATHER - WHITE..................................................................................02 DODGE NEON SE - 4DR SEDAN - AUTO - RED ................................................................................................99 MERCEDES CLK 460 - V/8 COUPE - BLACK ....................................................................................................97 FORD MUSTANG COBRA - COUPE - LEATHER - A/C - 5 SPEED - FAST - BRIGHT RED ....................................97 CHEVROLET LUMINA - 4DR SEDAN - DARK GREEN ......................................................................................
VANS$13,995.00$10,995.00$5,995.00$8,995.00$7,995.00$5,995.00$2,995.00
08 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING LX - STO & GO - 7 PASS - LOW MILES - SILVER....................................07 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING - STO & GO - POWER SLIDERS/HATCH - BRIGHT SILVER ........................06 KIA SEDONA - 7 PASS - MINI VAN - BLUE ................................................................................................................06 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY - STO&GO - POWER DOORS - REAR HEAT/AC - MAGNESIUM ..............................05 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING - STO&GO - REAR HEAT/AC - 3.8 - MAGNESIUM ..................................05 PONTIAC MONTANA EXTENED VAN - REAR SEAT HEAT/AC - TAN ............................................................................97 GMC SAFARI PASSENGER VAN - DARK GREEN / SILVER ..........................................................................................
SPORT UTILITY12 JEEP LIBERTY 4X4 SPORT - V/6 - CAST WHEELS - CLOTH INTERIOR - DEEP CHERRY ..................................11 DODGE DURANGO 4x4 CREW - V/6 - CAST WHEELS - MINERAL GRAY ..........................................................06 CHEVROLET TRAILBALZER 4X4 LS - 7 PASSENGER - BLACK ........................................................................05 JEEP LIBERTY 4X4 SPORT - BRIGHT SILVER ................................................................................................00 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4x4 SE - TOW PKG - GREEN ....................................................................97 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED - 4X4 - 4.0L 6CYL - LEATHER - GRAY ......................................................
$18,995.00$26,995.00$10,995.00$9,995.00$3,995.00$3,295.00
TRUCKS12DODGERAM15004X2QUADCABHEMI-SPORT - HOODSCOOP -GRAPHICS - 20”WHEELS - LOWMI. - RED ............................11 DODGE DAKOTA CREW CAB 4X4 - V/6 - SLT - BEDLINER - SILVER ..................................................................................08 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 QUAD CAB SLT - LONG BED - TOW PKG - CHROME STEPS - TAN..............................................07 DODGE 4X2 1500 MEGA CAB LARAMIE - HEATED LEATHER - SUNROOF - TOW PKG - HEMI - SILVER..........................06 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 SLT - SHORTBED - HEMI - NEW TIRES - TOW PKG - ATLANTIC BLUE ......................................04 CHEVROLET 4X4 REG CAB H.D. - UTILITY BED - BOSS V PLOW - DURAMAX ................................................................89 FORD F-250 XLT 4X4 - WHITE ............................................................................................................................................
1959 CUSHMAN EAGLE - RESTORED ......................................................................................................................................
$25,995.00$23,995.00$12,995.00$14,995.00$12,995.00$14,995.00$3,995.00
$4,995.00
Try before you buy! Request free sample tips at www.teejet.com/freetips
Agro Chem East Wilmington, OH 1-800-438-4489
AIXR tips produce large air-filled drops that stay on target and cover the entire plant. AIXR tips provide the ideal blend of coverage and drift control for a range of applications.
Turbo TeeJet Induction (TTI) tips provide the ultimate in drift control. Choose TTI tips for applying systemic or drift-prone herbicides or when working in highly sensitive areas.
Thorough spray coverage is critical when trying to control herbicide resistant weeds like pigweed or waterhemp and TeeJet® spray tips provide the superior coverage and drift control you need. After you’ve chosen your herbicide, consider these options:
Turbo TwinJet® (TTJ60) tips produce two 110° flat fan spray patterns for outstanding leaf coverage and canopy penetration with contact herbicides. If drift is a concern, choose the Air
2341
988
Make Every Drop Count IN THE WEED ESCAPES BATTLE WITH
TEEJET®
few and far between.Sometimes, after canning,I leave the jars of vegeta-bles or meat sit on thecounter for a couple ofdays so I can admire them.Sounds silly, but I haveheard other ‘canners’ saythe same thing.
Canning shortcutsI’ve sure learned a lot
in the past three years.Since I work full time, Iam always looking forshortcuts and time saverswhen it comes to canning.Here’s what comes tomind:
Pace yourself.Rewarding as it is, process-ing fruit is time consumingand labor intensive. Morethan once, in my over-enthusiasm for a bushel ofripe fruit, I found myselfup late at night trying tofinish what I started,exhausted and aggravatedabout biting off more thanI could chew. Fruit issomething you can’t easilywalk away from halfway
through because gnats thatdid not exist in your housebefore you started theproject will take over yourkitchen by nightfall (a sci-entific phenomenon, forsure).
If you have fruit treesor a vegetable garden, youare committed to process-ing your bounty when itbecomes ripe or mature.Next year when I startplanting vegetables, I planto stagger the plantingtimes so everythingdoesn’t ripen at once. Inthe meantime, I will buyfood at a farmers marketor the grocery in quanti-ties I can process in a dayor weekend.
Have clean jars and lidson hand. Canning is a lotless of a hassle when youcan take clean jars withtheir lids and rings out ofa box and and just fillthem. Having to stop whatyou’re in the middle ofdoing to wash jars is abother, especially if they
are used and need extrascrubbing. I store pint andhalf pint jars in clean fivegallon buckets with lidsuntil I need them. Largerjars are stored in new plas-tic bags in cardboardboxes.
Don’t bother sterilizinganything . That’s a shock-er I didn’t know until I gotmy new Ball canningbook! On page 416 of the“Ball Complete Book ofHome Preserving” itstates, “Do not boil thejars; boiling jars, orpresterilization, is unnec-essary. Heat processingdestroys any microorgan-isms, not only in the foodbut also in the containersand closures. Keep jars hot
until you’re ready to usethem.”
Washing the jars inhot, soapy water and rins-ing thoroughly is suffi-cient. I know folks thatare still sterilizing the lidsand rings as well.Simmering the lids inwater — not boiling — isrecommended. Rings don’tcome into contact withthe food in the jar, sowashing and rinsing themis fine.
If you only have themoney or space for onecanner, make it a pressurecanner. I gave my waterbath canner away becauseI can process my high andlow acids foods in thepressure canner and use alot less water doing it.Heating 2-3 inches ofwater sure beats a bigwater bath canner withover a foot of boilingwater in it.
My relatives joke that Iwill can anything. Nottrue. I saw someone can-ning hot dogs on YouTubeand I do NOT intend totry that. Too weird, evenfor me. But I did canbacon after I found outYoder’s has been canningit commercially — usingthe same method — for 25years. I saw a method for
canning bratwurst andpepperoni I intend to try(at my own risk, ofcourse).
I suppose I’ll get this“canning bug” out of mysystem one of these days.Maybe it’s what middle-aged women do when theyget to that ‘practical’ stage
of life. Last night I stoodover a hot stove and ‘putup’ 16 pints of tomatojuice and 8 pints of cider.
After all, I am some-body’s grandmother.
Randa Wagner is editorof the Morrow CountySentinel.
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 13
ZFN44060Battery-Powered
Magnum Ride-OnTractor with Trailer
Case IH toys are built to match the looks, toughness and reliability of the machines they’remodeled after. They make the perfect gifts to help cultivate a child’s imagination. This timeof year or any. Visit your local Case IH dealer or partstore.caseih.com
ZFN14835 1:64Ca s eIH Magnum7140 Authentics# 4
ZFN14858 1:16Ca s eIH Magnum340 25thAn niversary
ZFN44061PowerSco op Battery-Powered Ride-OnTra ctorwit hW orking FrontLoa der
ZFN461815” Monster
Treads2- pack
ZFN14849 1:16Ca seSV 2 50 SkidSt eer RedPow er
© 2012 CNH America LLC. All rights reserved. CNH, Case, Case IH and Farmallare registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. Magnum is a trademark of CNH America LLC.
2342388
PUT A LITTLE RED IN THEIR STOCKINGS!1100%% DDiissccoouunntt oonn aallll ttooyyss aanndd ggiifftt iitteemmss
November 23 thru December 31Many new items to chose from: Clothing for all ages, Hats, Books, Gadgets, and Tools
Stop by early for best selction
TTOOYYSS -- 441199--998855--550000442341855
SMALL SEEDS• Vernal Alfalfa • 60-40 Plow Down• Med. Red Clover • Timothy • Yellow Blossom• Kentucky 31 Fescue
WIESE TILLAGE PARTS• Twisted Chisels• No-Till Coulter & Dics Blades• Field Culitvator Sweeps• Grain Drill & Planter Repair Parts
2342259
1885 Marion Rd. Bucyrus, Oh 44820Shop Online
www.haydocyautos.comYour Hometown Country Dealer With LowOverhead & Your Lowest Price
For All Your Truck Needs
(419) 562 - 5806CHEVROLET BUICK CADILLAC GMC
(800) 783 - 8173
Farm Bureau Discounts
CONTINUEDFROM PAGE 5
BY RANDA WAGNER/MORROW COUNTY SENTINELThere was a happy man at our house after I learned tocan meatloaf! If you’re going to do this, though, usestraight sided jars only — otherwise it can be a chal-lenge to remove it from the jar.
Canning devotees are easy to please. I asked for the“Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving” and threecases of wide mouth half pint Kerr jars as my anniver-sary gift this year. I wasn’t disappointed!
14 Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
Looking For Drivers & Owner Operators • Local and Long Haul
Commodity Haulers
2289
285
Passenger & Farm Tires
Scott Weininger • Steve HowardOwners
14889 St. Hwy. 31Kenton, Oh 43326
(419) 674-4715
1775 S. CR 1Tiffin, Oh 44883(419) 448-9850
300 N. Warpole St.Upper Sandusky, Oh 43351
(419) 294-4981
2289296
Utility Vehicle
Ohio’s Favorite Dealer866-302-9253Co Rd 99 at I-75, Exit 161 - FINDLAY
The Polaris RANGER, general purpose off-road utility vehicle, is not intended and may not be registered for on-road use.
2289403
Farm Repair Parts• Custom Hydraulic Hose• Combine Cutter Bars• All Makes & Systems
• Tillage Wear Parts• Wheel Bearings• DMI Truck Hitches
• J & M • KILBROS • YETTER• UNVERFERTH • REMLINGER, ETC.BRENEMAN EQUIPMENT• 419-757-5012 • 800-499-8494ONE MILE E. OF ALGER • CO. RD. 90Visit us @ brenemanequipment.com
2294
159
CALL (419) 448-1365 [email protected] www.clouseconstruction.com
*Design Build *Butler Steel Buildings *Concrete Work *Site Development
Agri-Commercial-Residential
www.clouseconstruction.com
� Butler Steel Buildings� Post Frame� Site Development� Concrete Work
0018
6824
2331810
Buildings
In Business Since 1973Free Estimates • Pre Engineered Post • Frame Buildings • Farm, Horse, Residential, Commercial
Bloomville, OH419-983-5972 • 800-552-2772Cell 419-618-0839 www.jpwardconstruction.com
2331818
2342389
2342392
234
24
72
Civitas Media
Reach more thanONE MILLION
OHIO READERSfor only $275!
ContactRoy Slater for details
(419) [email protected]@sbcglobal.net
2342461
Rhonda MoltonPresident’s Conference All Star TeamAssociate AgentChris Schiefer Insurance & Financial ServicesNationwide Insurance and Financial Services805 Harding Way WestGalion, OH 44833Tel 419-525-2111Fax 419-462-5301Tel [email protected]
Securities offered through Nationwide Securities, LLC., member FINRA, SIPC.DBA Nationwide Advisory Services, LLC. in AR, FL, IL, NY, TX and WY.
Representative of Nationwide Life Insurance Company, affiliated companies and other companies.
2332607
BILL SHORT TAX SERVICE
2342494
Marengo Office419-253-2767
Mt. Vernon Office740-397-8331
2342494
232
13
35
2339660
PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD ONLINE-24/7
JobSourceOhio.com
POLICY: Please Check Your Ad The 1st Day. It Is TheAdvertiser’s Responsibility To Report Errors Immediately.Publisher Will Not Be Responsible for More Than OneIncorrect Insertion. We Reserve TheRight To Correctly Classify, Edit, Cancel Or Decline AnyAdvertisement Without Notice.
GENERAL INFORMATIONOffice Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5
www.acresmidwest.com www.delgazette.comwww.madison-press.com www.gallioninquirer.comwww.morrowcountysentinel.com www.theoberlinnewstribune.comwww.expositornews.com
DEADLINES/CORRECTIONS:Liner deadline: 3rd Thursday each month
Display Deadline:July Edition: June 20 Aug. Edition: July 18Sept. Edition: Aug 22 Oct. Edition: Sept 19Nov. Edition: Oct 24 Dec. Edition: Nov 19Jan. Edition: Dec 19
740-852-1616www.acresmidwest.com
We Accept
.comworkthat
Serving Hardin,Wyandot, Crawford, Richland, Morrow,Delaware, Marion, Union and Knox counties
200 - Employment
235 General
200 - Employment
235 General
600 - Services
615 Business Services
600 - Services
615 Business Services
665 Lawn, Garden, Landscaping 665 Lawn, Garden, Landscaping
695 Electrical 695 Electrical
640 Financial 640 Financial
200 - Employment
235 General
HUGE Savings Online!www.clipthisnow.com
All signslead to you finding or
selling what you want...
Don’t delay...call TODAY!
by using
.comworkthat
Acres of North Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012 15
Marengo4520 SR 229
419-253-2202
Mt. Gilead90 E. Marion419-946-4055
2342390
100% Employee Owned
800-910-7338 An Employee Owned Company7-5 Weekdays 8-12 Saturday
304 SIXTH AVENUE (S.R. 19)GALION, OHIO 44833
LOCAL: 468-5441FAX: 419-468-1033
Welding gasses and supplies
Welding Gas/Supplies
2289
326
SEAMLESSGUTTERSMike Gattshall
Owner
“When It Rains, We Shine”1143 N. Main St. • Marion, Ohio 43302
Jeff Burgan, SalesSeamless Gutters
2289339
* 5” + 6” Aluminum Gutters* Screened + Solid Leaf Guards* Soffit + Fascia Trim
Office 740-387-1888Toll Free 877-223-0923
Custom Modular Homes
1-800-UNIBILT (864-2458)
Mon.12-5, Fri. 12-4, Wed. & Sat. 10-3, or by appointment
Dream...Design...Build
2289
370
“New Homes On Your Lot”4950 Marion Marysville Rd.,
Prospect(Former Max Carey Construction Location)
Redwing Shoes
DICK HULSMEYER, Owner
AMERICAN SHOE SERVICEMobile Shoe Store & Shoe Repair230 South Sandusky Ave.Bucyrus, OH 44820E-mail: [email protected]
Ph: 419-562-4866
SAVE 10% WITH AD
2289331
Donovan Scott419-562-1110
Steve Reinhard419-834-0398
0018
5801
Scott ! ReinhardPrecision, Seed Sales and Service
Dekalb/Asgrow
2289
378
2289
252
Metal & Lumber Products
J.E. Forry Custom Baling, LLC327 S. Hazel St • Upper Sandusky, OH
567-230-0031 / 740-225-1502
0018
5384
• Hay and Straw• We Do Complete Custom Baling,
Cutting & Raking For You.
We SellHay & Straw
Custom Baling
J.E. Forry Custom Baling, LLCAda, Ohio
567-230-0031 / 740-225-1502
2289239
B. F.WALTON & SONSEED CO.
“HIGH QUALITY SEEDS”
6655 St. Hwy. 67 N.P.O. Box 440
Upper Sandusky, OH(OFC) 419-927-5222(FAX) 419-927-5232
WALTONHybrids
Seed Co.
2289335
New CompanyCustom Agri Systems, Inc
Keaton Welding
419-209-0940 • 1289 N. Warpole St., Upper Sandusky, Oh 43351
Specialty WeldingAluminum - Stainless - Mildsteel
Magnesium - Mig - Tig
•On-Site Millwright Work•Portable Welding Truck•Variety of Steel Stocked•Plasma Cutting
CNC Milling MachineFabrication
Breakpress - Shears - Rolls - Iron Worker
2289
356
BuildingsQuality & Service
Competitive Prices 419-895-0040
• Garages • Horse Barns• Machinery Sheds• Custom Designed Pole Buildings• Production Livestock Buildings
M-F - 7AM to 6PM • Sat - 8AM to 2PM • 19 Free Road Shiloh, OH419-895-0040
45Year Paint WarrantyPerma-Columns Available
Give Us The Opportunity To Design& SupplyYour Next Building
2289
322
ROOFING • SIDING • LUMBER • HARDWARE
Rick McWatersOwner
Cycle TechMatt Roberts
ServiceTechnician
950 W. Mansfield St.Bucyrus, OH 44820
Drag Race, Road Race, Street, MX, ATV
Phone: (419) 562-6931Fax: (419) 562-6268Web: www.cycletech.net
New and Used Motorcycles and ATVs“DYNOJET DYNO TUNING CENTER”
Mon./Tue./Thu./Fri./ 10-7Wed./Sat. 10-4
ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT DEALER
“One Stop Center for Parts-Service-Accessories-Salvage”
Services
001861352289366
Roofing & Lumber
MetalLumber
PlywoodShingles
DoorsWindows
InsulationCabinetsFrey
Roofing & Lumber, Inc.P.O. Box 1, Kirby, OH 43330 419-273-2584See us for all your building needs from start to finish.
2289
319
A Pizza Never Had It So Good
PizzaClip this coupon for
One 16” Two Item Pizza(pickup, dine in, or delivery) Expires 7-31-12
only $15.0$15.000
120 W. CHARLES ST., BUCYRUS419-562-3400
Extra cheeseslightly higher
2289
363
Satellite T.V. & Internet Serv.
10193 ST. HWY. 53 WESTUPPER SANDUSKY, OHIO 43351
419-294-4781 JOHN J. LOVERICH
Dish Network,Wild Blue Internet, RCA & Toshiba TVs2289
358
Remodel & Repair
•SIDING•DOORS•WINDOWS•BATHROOMS
MIKE BENNETT CELL(419) 561-1882
•KITCHEN•DECKS•ROOFING
& MORE
FREE ESTIMATES
MIKE’S REMODEL & REPAIR
2289
350
0018
5802
Building Materials
FEATURING BLOWN-IN PINK FIBERGLASTM INSULATION
EXPANDING BLOWN-ININSULATION SYSTEM
Cut yourheating
bills!New AttiCat®
Insulation System.Insulate attics and walls with our new blown-in insulation System!
Your Source for ALL Building Materials!• Metal Roofing & Siding• Agriculture & Pole Barn Packages• Local Eden Pure Heater Dealer• Simonton Replacement Windows
See Us Now For A Start On Your Spring Projects
419-294-1508410 N. Warpole St.,Upper Sandusky
2289
377
Dining/Restaurant
The VILLAGE RESTAURANTOpen
Sunday-Thursday11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday & Saturday11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
BanquetRoom andCarryoutAvailable
2289345
435 N. Warpole St., Upper Sandusky, OhioPhone: 419-294-2945
1-800-424-2584
Fill: Summer, Automatic or Will Call Payment: Fixed Pricing, Pre-Pay,
Level Billing, or 30-Day Charge Account
PROPANE !
Propane
2289
375
Fence - Forge - Landscape
2289
280
FENCE30 yrs. experience in residential & commercial
FORGE10 yrs. experience in blacksmith & metalwork
LANDSCAPE35 yrs. experience in mowing & maintenance
BYRNEFENCE - FORGE & LANDSCAPE
419-561-9812
Quality Fuels & Lubricants
MARION OIL CO.Quality Fuels & LubricantsJIM BOWMAN, MANAGER
CELL PHONE: (740) 225-3190BUS. PHONE: (740) 382-9610TOLL FREE: 1-888-498-9880FAX: (740) 387-8863
517 PARK BLVD.MARION, OHIO 43302
E-mail:[email protected]://www.centraloilfarm.com
2289225
SCHUSTER’S FLOWERS(419) 294-2151
Upper Sandusky1-800-944-5742
THE “WE CARE” SHOPRobin Schuster, Owner2289267
Flowers
WEAVER LOGGINGCustom Logging with Horses
Saveyour
woods.Log withhorses.
selective
harvesting
Send name and number to: Vernon Weaver8488 Ridge Road • Fredericktown, Ohio 43019
competitiverates
Logging with Horses
0017
8679
2289
289
Pole Barns
2289220
Green Camp Branch604 Elevator Rd.
Green Camp, OH 43322
•Residential, Commercial & Agriculture
Central OhioFarmers Co-op, Inc.
FARMERS CO-OP
Propane CustomersWelcome
740-528-2211800-432-8427
Propane Service
0018
3655
2289233
aMAZEingfinds in
.comworkthat
WHEREBUYERS
SELLERSMEET
&
.comworkthat
16 Acres of Central Ohio, Monday, December 3, 2012
`ppq ref`^i_tf_`aS?<I=? NF =PS oNSIT t@S
e<@ oN@?= d@NE@N=7/
ó[R 8D?J 8M<O _RRS qDE>;H<VE<> URTV;>R
DQ <ORM? TDGGM<GRE< <D HDTVH ?R>RV?TO,
B?DS;T< BR?QD?GVETR, R7TRHHRE< >R?9MTR
VES <?RGRESD;> 9VH;RuÏ
ð o8VHS nV?G> DQ ^MQQME, dOMD ð
ó_RRS qDE>;H<VE<> M> <OR <D<VH BVTJVPR}9VH;R, <R><MEP, >R?9MTR VES BR?QD?GVETRu[O6 BHVE< VE6<OMEP RH>RNÏð pREEM> VES jDEV<OVE pR`DHBO DQ mHREQD?S, dOMD ð
c`d\oe co`nd`gseqo^OR DEH6 oV><R?E qD?E rRH<UV>RS >RRS TDGBVE6 8M<O% eV<MDEVH VES (x _<V<R[MEER?> ME <OR eqms YMRHSqDE<R>< >METR =CCxu
`omkdesh ^o_^kem%",CCCt YMRHS cHD<> <R><RSR7TH;>M9RH6 ME <OR oV><R?EqD?E rRH< V< #"t <R><MEPHDTV<MDE>u
_dYrose ]ek^ csqismkem^OR DEH6 oV><R?E qD?E rRH<UV>RS >RRS TDGBVE6 >RHHMEP("C,CCC >RRS>W;EM<u
`omkdesh moeo^kq_mRER<MT> SR9RHDBRS, <R><RSVES U?RS R7TH;>M9RH6 QD? <ORoV><R?E qD?E rRH<0> ;EM@;RP?D8MEP TDESM<MDE> VES>DMH <6BR>u
`os_desrho c`kqkems QVM?, ODER>< VES?RV>DEVUHR B?MTR o\o`Y <MGRu
sS?= ]WI<S rPSUKIN?=
kyyz {opkirj}pjkE up{,www.seedconsultants.com{cXX jU`cK@ 800-708-2676
k[WTXKE P\_ |_QP hcXO_ [V P\_ k__` uV`OQPRK¥
®, TM trademarks of Seed Consultants, Inc. © 2012 Seed Consultants, Inc.
2332433