Volume 65, Number 4, May 2013Nevada Farm Bureau®

LYON COUNTY FARM BUREAU HOSTS AG TOUR

Agriculture & LivestockJournal

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by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau

Summertime is almost upon us. For most Americans, the warmer weather brings picnics in the park, BBQs and grilling out with family and friends. It also brings the increased chance for foodborne illness to occur if safe food preparation and handling is not given full attention.

Because food safety is such an important issue to farmers, we’ve worked hard to ensure that the food that reaches your table is safe. Thanks to voluntary farmer-led initiatives, strict government monitoring and consumer food safety education, foodborne illness has dropped drastically in the last 100 years.

Not Just Lip Service

According to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report, our food is safer than ever. The number of foodborne disease outbreaks in 2009-2010 declined 32 percent compared with the preceding five years. Some of the credit for this can be attributed to the Food Safety Modernization Act, which was signed into law in 2011. This law aims to cooperatively improve food safety by building on existing systems already in place in the private sector.

Before the FSMA was passed, approximately 72 million Americans fell sick due to a foodborne illness every year. Within a week after the FSMA was signed into law, those numbers were adjusted to 48 million. Significantly, foodborne illnesses now only touch 9.4 million people yearly.

Farmers take seriously their responsibility of growing safe food and that’s not just lip service. Farmers have the same desire as other consumers to have a safe, abundant and affordable food supply. And they also have an important economic interest because the demand for their products is determined by consumer confidence.

Shouting From the Rooftop

Many people don’t realize that there are five federal agencies that administer at least 30 laws related to food safety. Through this intense federal oversight, the level of food safety testing has also dramatically increased. And, just as important, consumer education on food safety is on the uptick.

Even though contamination of food can occur at any stage in food production, a high level of foodborne illness is caused by foods improperly prepared or mishandled at home or in restaurants. To counter this, Farm Bureaus across the country are educating consumers to enhance their food safety knowledge. And it’s working!

According to Dr. Richard Raymond, former undersecretary for food safety at the Agriculture Department, the CDC report is cause for celebration. “You should be able to stand on top of the building and say ‘hey look, (the agriculture) industry is doing a great job, consumers are doing a great job of listening to the safe handling and proper cooking messages…and restaurants and other people that cook our food are doing a better job.’”

So, go on and enjoy your burgers and chops, deviled eggs and fresh salad this summer knowing that your food is safer than ever. And, maybe even have a steak for me while you’re at it.

Our Food is Safer Than Ever

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Growth Through Action...Living in southern Nevada, I have the opportunity to attend the Clark County Fair every year, it is Nevada’s largest fair. This year, more than 78,000 people attended. The Clark County Fair is also the earliest fair in the state held in April. The Clark County Fair is held in April because of the hot temperatures we experience during the summer months.

I was proud of the work done by Clark County Farm Bureau and staff from our state office, who provided a number of outstanding ag games and educational displays to teach others about agriculture. Many Clark County Fair attendees are from Las Vegas and can certainly benefit from learning about Nevada agriculture.

Volunteer Support

Volunteers are an essential part of the success of Farm Bureau. The Clark County Fair and the work done by local leaders provide a great template for other county Farm Bureaus. County fairs provide a great opportunity to teach the public about Nevada agriculture.

Clark County Farm Bureau’s area inside the agriculture building continues to grow. They have many ag displays and games. There is a milking cow and a scavenger hunt. There are a lot of fun activities in the agriculture building. The success of these activities comes from the help and support of volunteers.

Clark County Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers provided many volunteer hours during the four day fair. Volunteers helped manage the ag games and kids garden. Clark County Young Farmers & Ranchers set-up and staff the YF&R informational booth.

A Growing Group

Clark County Farm Bureau has seen significant growth in their Young Farmers & Ranchers program. They provide leadership and growth opportunities for their members. Having a network of volunteers gives county Farm Bureaus an opportunity to participate and do more at the county level, like showcasing agriculture at the fair.

During the fair, county leaders organized a Young Farmers & Ranchers meeting, where they could discuss county activities, the purpose of the YF&R program, and more. They enjoyed a BBQ dinner and then attended the rodeo that night, compliments of Clark County Farm Bureau.

Working as a team is a winning formula. Think about the impact your county Farm Bureau can have at your fair or other event with a few extra helping hands. Use these venues to teach others about Farm Bureau and what Farm Bureau does. You have the opportunity to tell others about Nevada agriculture and involve interested people in your county Farm Bureau activities.

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By James “Hank” CombsNevada Farm Bureau President

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YERINGTON, Lyon County - Lyon County Farm Bureau President Darrell Pursel hosted an ag tour on Saturday, April 13, 2013.

Nine students and two teachers from the West Career & Technical Academy in Las Vegas traveled to northern Nevada to learn about Walker Lake and various issues affecting water and agriculture.

Prior to visiting Yerington, students toured Walker Lake, Weber Reservoir, NDOW Fisheries, and met with a representative from the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation. In the Mason Valley, the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is attempting to purchase water rights from farmers and ranchers.

Proposals are to have the water stripped from the land and transfer the place of use for the water rights.

The students were able to hear from agricultural producers about the impacts to the land when the water is sold off. In addition to hearing from farmers and ranchers, the students were able to see land that has no water.

Students toured farms and ranches in Yerington and Smith Valley. The ranch tours allowed students to see land that has had water rights sold off and compare it to land still in agricultural production. The final leg of the tour ended in Bridgeport, CA.

The tour started at Snyder Livestock in Yerington. When the students

arrived in Yerington they ate lunch at Snyder Livestock, courtesy of Lucy Rechel. After lunch, the tour headed to the sale barn so the students could sit in on the Seedstock Plus Western Feed Efficiency Bull Sale.

After the Bull Sale, the group toured Snyder Livestock’s feedlot. Pursel explained Snyder’s electronic feed measurement system that tracks the consumption of each individual animal to the mouthful. Radio ID tags inserted into the ears of the animals and individual feed bunks mounted on scales accurately calculate the amount of feed each animal consumes. This, coupled with individual animal weight gains, gives feed efficiency numbers for each animal. The system also allows for the daily tracking of

Lyon County Farm Bureau Hosts Ag TourBy Zach Allen, Director of Communications

Lyon County Farm Bureau President Darrell Pursel gives students a tour at Snyder Livestock. Photo by Zach Allen

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consumption of feed to watch for any irregularities that might indicate disease or other problems with a particular animal.

After the feedlot tour, Jim Snyder took the students to one of the farm’s onion fields. Snyder also spoke about Yerington garlic production. Snyder grows both onions and garlic.

The next tour stop showcasing Lyon County agriculture was at Peri & Sons Farms. Students were able to see Nevada Fresh Pak transplanting broccoli. Nevada Fresh Pak grows and harvests 1,400 acres of organic leafy-greens. Students were able to see first hand the diversity of Nevada agriculture.

In Smith Valley, the tour took students to the Alpers Ranch. The Alpers Ranch has sold its water rights and is scheduled to be moved

to Walker Lake. The land is no longer being farmed and there are attempts to re-vegetate the land. In addition to the Alpers Ranch, students visited the Rosaschi Ranch where water rights have also been sold.

The Rosaschi Ranch is located on the East Fork of the Walker River. When the ranch was originally purchased, the goal was to take the water and move it to Walker Lake. Long story short, the effort to move water failed. The U.S. Forest Service took control of the land. The Rosaschi Ranch used to be home to agriculture and wildlife including Sage-grouse. Now the land is a barren wasteland full of weeds and no wildlife call the ranch home.

Adjacent to the Rosaschi Ranch is the Sceirine Ranch. The students and teachers from southern Nevada were able to see a great example of

a northern Nevada ranch and how agriculture benefits the land and wildlife.

The tour then headed toward Bridgeport, CA. Traveling to Bridgeport, students were able to see the Sierra snowpack. Winter snow provides water for the spring and summer months. “It was important for them to see where the water comes from,” said Pursel. The group headed toward Bridgeport where they saw Bridgeport Reservoir. The tour concluded with Lyon County Farm Bureau providing pizza for group.

“Jim Snyder, my wife Suzanne, daughter Melissa, and I gave them the best tour we could with the five to six hours we had to work with them,” said Pursel. “They are welcome anytime to come up and visit and learn more about Nevada agriculture.”

Lyon County farmer Jim Snyder talks about Yerington onion production. Photo by Zach Allen

The largest county fair in Nevada took place April 11-14 in Logandale. More than

78,720 people attended the 2013 Clark County Fair & Rodeo. Saturday, April 13, had the highest attendance on a Saturday in the history of the fair.

Clark County Farm Bureau once again had great exhibits that provided fun and educational information about Nevada agriculture, nutrition, and ag literacy.

Cindy Hardy, Women’s Leadership Chair, organized the fair games and created a fun environment for fair-goers of all ages.

Games included a small plinko board where kids would match a commodity to its end product, a lighted board of Nevada and a large spinning wheel where kids learned what commodities grew in each county, and a small wheel presenting USDA’s “My Plate,” where kids learned about recommended daily nutrition.

“A lot of kids come to the fair, and we want to provide them with fun and educational facts about agriculture. We accomplish this by offering these great ag games. The kids have a blast and learn a lot,” said Hardy.

Resources were also available for teachers and students; food and farm facts and ag mags were available.

Cindy Hardy also provided information about Nevada Farm Bureau’s Women’s Leadership Committee and offered information about Food Check-Out Week, and the state photo and video contests that the Women’s Leadership Committee sponsor.

Back for year two was Clark County Farm Bureau’s milking cow, Maggie. Maggie once again proved to be extremely popular, with kids waiting in long lines to ‘milk’ her.

While Maggie isn’t a real cow, kids had the opportunity to learn facts about dairy cows, like how much milk they produce each day, breeds of dairy cattle, and more.

Just a few steps away from Maggie was the fair’s newest addition, Rosie. Rosie is a Jersey dairy cow purchased by Farm Bureau members Kaluna and Jenifer Aki. “We haven’t had a good dairy cow in the building for several years, so we purchased Rosie so everyone could see and learn about dairy cows,” said Kaluna Aki. The Aki’s organize and run the small animal and agriculture building.

Clark County Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers had a display to discuss YF&R and the purpose of Farm Bureau. The YF&R booth was operated by volunteers who participate in the program. YF&R members also managed the kids garden.

On Thursday, April 11, Clark County Farm Bureau YF&R hosted a meeting for members and prospective members. County YF&R President Mica Leatham organized the meeting.

During the meeting, Leatham reviewed various activities that have been held throughout the year. He explained to potential members that the YF&R program’s main purpose is to educate people about agriculture and promote future farming and ranching.

Volunteers played a key role in the success of Clark County Farm Bureau’s fair displays. Volunteers helped with Maggie, all of the ag games, and managed a YF&R booth.

“Thank you to all the volunteers who helped us with the fair. We have a great group of members who enjoy helping spread the word about Farm Bureau and agriculture,” said Hardy.

Fair Season Kicks Off in LogandaleBy Zach Allen, Director of Communications

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Nevada Hosts National Women’s Leadership Conference

By Zach Allen, Director of Communications

LAS VEGAS, Clark County - Farm Bureau women from across the country traveled to Las Vegas for the 2013 American Farm Bureau Federation National Women’s Leadership Committee Conference held April 5-8. More than 450 women attended the biennial conference.

The National Women’s Leadership Conference provides leadership and issue/program training for all women in Farm Bureau.

Workshops included information on social media, leadership development, business planning, risk management, and policy development.

“We are trying to get women into leadership positions so that they can go out and connect with consumers so we can let folks know where their food, fuel, and fiber come from,” said Marieta Hauser who is on the Women’s Leadership Committee and represents the Midwest Region.

In addition to education workshops, several mini-sessions were held. These sessions gave attendees information on farm safety, women’s health issues, Food Check-Out Week, ag literacy, communications Boot Camp, grassroots advocacy, effective Women’s Leadership Committees, and becoming a membership champion for Farm Bureau.

Cindy Hardy who chairs the Nevada Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee provided items to the attendees. “We wanted to provide gifts that represented Nevada agriculture,” said Hardy. Each attendee received a tin of mints to represent mint grown in Nevada. Each tin included facts about Nevada mint.

In addition to mint, state Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee chairs, their staff, and the AFBF Women’s Leadership Committee Board each received dehydrated garlic from Yerington. The garlic is produced by Yerington farmer and Farm Bureau member David Fulstone.

At the conclusion of the workshops and educational seminars, the

women had the opportunity to take tours and get a glimpse at southern Nevada agriculture and other notable sites. There were several tour options available for the more than 450 women in attendance.

Tour sites included RC Farms, Sanders Family Winery, Pahrump Valley Wines, Anderson Dairy, Red Rock Visitors Center, Bonnie Springs, Spring Mountain Ranch, Hoover Dam, Springs Preserve, Nevada State Museum, Clark County Museum, Neon Museum, World’s Largest Gift Shop, Ethel M. Factory, and the Grainger facility.

“The attendees said they had a great time, enjoyed the leadership workshops, and tours,” said Hardy.

Bob Combs welcomes guests to RC Farms for a farm tour. RC Farms is Nevada’s largest pig farm and recently celebrated 50 years in business.Photo by Zach Allen

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Agriculture in the Classroom -- “Ag Fair” By Katie DeLong

Did you know that over 21 million Americans are

employed in agriculture or agriculture-related jobs that produce, process, sell and trade the nation’s food and fiber, but only 4.6 million people actually live on farms or ranches? This is slightly less than 2 percent of the total U.S. population. In the 1930’s, approximately 30 percent of Americans lived on farms.

Today, over 97 percent of U.S. farms and ranches are operated by individuals, family partnerships or family corporations. The average American farmer or rancher raises enough food to feed 144 people in the U.S. and abroad. By 2050, it is projected that the world population will grow from 7 billion to 9 billion, and farmers will need to double food production to keep pace.

It is no secret that agriculture is a vital part of this country and support for agriculture must remain strong. It is also no secret that the United States produces some of the safest and highest-quality food in all the world.

In celebration of U.S. Agriculture, Agriculture in the Classroom sponsored the 12th annual “Ag Fair” at the Winnemucca Events Complex on April 11, 2013. Agriculture in the Classroom is a nationwide campaign that educates children across the country of the importance and role agriculture plays in our daily lives. From the food we eat to the paper we write on, almost every aspect of our lives is in one way or another affected or

influenced by agriculture. Each state and/or county holds its own “Ag in the Classroom” event. Members of the Farm Bureau, Humboldt County Cattlewomen, FFA and countless other volunteers came together for the “Ag Fair” in support of the agriculture industry.

Approximately 300 third graders from all over Humboldt County participated. Students were treated to presentations on Beef Cattle (care and importance), Seeds (from seed to plant to food), Beef By-Products, Bees (importance), Rabbits (varieties and care of), Sheep (wool and care of), Animal Care (importance), Pigs (breeding and care of), It’s More Than Food (where food comes from), Mint (growing and use), Dairy Cattle, Goats, Rangeland Resources, Entomology (Bugs), and a tractor station. Teachers were provided with suggested agricultural resources and materials to use in the classroom.

For lunch all students and participants were served hot dogs and side dishes prepared by volunteers. In addition, each student received a packet of agricultural-related materials to take home and share with family and friends. Students and teachers were enthusiastic and excited by the fun activities of the day.

The efforts of many helped make this event a success. Thank you also to those that donated to the “Ag Fair” including: Nevada Beef Council, Barrick Gold Corporation, Newmont Mining Corporation, Hycroft Gold Mine, Nevada Dairy Council, Nevada Farm Bureau, Humboldt County Farm Bureau, Farm Service Agency, Natural Resource Conservation, Hollingsworth Inc., and American Angus Association. Thank you also to all who participated and generously contributed their time and energy in support of this special event.

Ron Cerri talking to third graders at the Rangeland Resources station.

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The Nevada Water Resources Association (NWRA) is a non-profit professional association whose mission is to provide education, training and networking opportunities for those interested in understanding, developing, conserving, and protecting Nevada’s water resources. NWRA has been in operation for 69 years. As part of the NWRA mission we are currently planning workshops to provide educational opportunities for Nevada’s agricultural communities on issues pertaining to water resources. Over the coming weeks we will be working with Nevada Farm Bureau to provide more information on these workshops. NWRA will also be distributing a survey to the Farm Bureau membership seeking input on topics and potential locations of interest to agricultural industry. In the meantime, we encourage you to visit their website at www.nvwra.org for membership and event information or call Tina Triplett, Executive Director for NWRA, at 775-473-5473. Already planned events include workshops covering topics such as Nevada Water Rights and a Well Design workshop that explains how to plan, design, drill and rehabilitate wells and how to select pumps.

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Shoppers paid slightly more for food at the grocery store at the beginning of 2013. Higher retail prices for meat items such as sliced deli ham, boneless chicken breasts and ground chuck, among other foods, resulted in a slight increase in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s first Semi-Annual Marketbasket Survey. The informal survey shows the total cost of 16 food items that can be used to prepare one or more meals was $51.54, up $1 or about 2 percent compared to the fourth quarter of 2012. Of the 16 items surveyed, 11 increased and five decreased in average price compared to the prior quarter. “Overall, food prices have remained remarkably stable over the past two or three quarters, particularly given the run-up in energy prices over this most recent quarter,” said John Anderson, AFBF’s deputy chief economist. “Meat prices rose in price a bit more than most other items in the first quarter, but for the basket as a whole, price changes have been fairly modest,” Anderson explained. “Looking ahead, we expect food prices to rise by 3 to 4 percent during 2013, which is slightly higher than the average rate of inflation over the past 10 years.” Items showing retail price increases included deli ham, up 50 cents to $5.39 per pound; flour, up 25 cents to $2.62 for a 5-pound bag; chicken breasts, up 22 cents to $3.32 per pound; ground chuck, up 19 cents to $3.74 per pound; shredded cheddar cheese, up 16 cents to $4.47 per pound; bagged salad, up 12 cents to $2.71 per pound; sirloin tip roast, up 11 cents to $4.63 per pound; bacon, up 7 cents to $4.28 per pound; Russet potatoes, up 7 cents to $2.69 for a 5-pound bag; vegetable oil, up 6 cents to $2.92 for a 32-ounce bottle; and apples, up 3 cents to $1.63 per pound.

These items showed modest retail price decreases: whole milk, down 27 cents to $3.46 per gallon; white bread, down 20 cents to $1.65 for a 20-ounce loaf; orange juice, down 13 cents to $3.28 per half-gallon; toasted oat cereal, down 12 cents to $2.91 for a 9-ounce box; and eggs, down 6 cents to $1.84 per dozen. The year-to-year direction of the marketbasket survey tracks closely with the federal government’s Consumer Price Index (http://www.bls.gov/cpi/) report for food at home. As retail grocery prices have increased gradually over time, the share of the average food dollar that America’s farm and ranch families receive has dropped. “Through the mid-1970s, farmers received about one-third of consumer retail food expenditures for food eaten at home and away from home, on average. Since then, that figure has decreased steadily and is now about 16 percent, according to the Agriculture Department’s revised Food Dollar Series,” Anderson said. Details about USDA’s new Food Dollar Series may be found online at http://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/err-economic-research-report/err114.aspx.Using the “food at home and away from home” percentage across-the-board, the farmer’s share of this $51.54 marketbasket would be $8.25. AFBF, the nation’s largest general farm organization, conducted an informal quarterly marketbasket survey of retail

food price trends from 1989 to 2012. In 2013, the marketbasket series was updated to include two semi-annual surveys of “everyday” food items, a summer cookout survey and the annual Thanksgiving survey. According to USDA, Americans spend just under 10 percent of their disposable annual income on food, the lowest average of any country in the world. A total of 86 shoppers in 24 states participated in the latest survey, conducted in March. Spotlight on Milk and Eggs

1 gallon regular milk, $3.46; 1/2 gallon regular milk, $2.32; 1/2 gallon organic milk, $3.90; and 1/2 gallon rBST-free milk, $2.92. 1 dozen regular eggs, $1.84; 1 dozen “cage-free” eggs, $3.39.

Retail Food Prices Show Slight Increase

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Record Cash Dividends for American AgCreditRepresents Significant Growth in Loan Volume for 2012

SANTA ROSA, CA - On the heels of a successful year, Farm Credit lender American AgCredit distributed $45 million in dividends to its customers for 2012. The Association experienced significant loan growth in 2012, with loan volume increasing 6.7% overall for the year.

“This is the second year in a row that we’ve handed back 1% in dividend earnings to our members, and for 2012 this is the largest cash dividend in our history,” said President and Chief Executive Officer Ron Carli. “Agriculture has continued to be a strong sector in a challenging economy. This year’s growth in loan volume and resulting cash dividend payout directly represent our success and the success of agriculture as we move forward.”

2012 Financial ResultsEarnings for the year totaled $107.3 million, up nearly 16% from 2011 (excluding adjustments for non-recurring 2011 transactions). Total loan volume at year-end was $5.8 billion, up from $4.4 billion, with the majority of the increase attributed to the January 2012 merger with Farm Credit Services of the Mountain Plains. Net interest income was $160 million, with a permanent capital ratio at year-end standing at 21.12%.

Net interest income increased substantially compared to 2011, with growth of nearly 25%. Improvement in economic conditions has opened up opportunities for capital investments in all sectors of agriculture, with wine grapes, nuts, grains, and cattle remaining strong.

“2012 represents the first year as an integrated Association with Farm Credit Services of the Mountain Plains,” Carli stated. “We remained strong through expanding our territory and increasing the diversity of our portfolio and lending base.”

Credit quality in the loan portfolio remained stable at 95.8% acceptable as of December 31, 2012.

CEO Ron Carli emphasized the Association’s commitment to sound underwriting standards and its geographic, commodity and customer diversity. “Our strength lies in the strong financial condition of our borrowers and their own sound business practices.”

2012 Dividend PayoutBased on the strength of its 2012 earnings, American AgCredit has paid out $45 million in dividend distributions to its customers, the highest customer dividend paid out in the history of the Association– representing 29% more than the previous year’s

dividend of $34.8 million.Current dividends paid to the borrowers from the Reno/

Fallon/Elko areas total $1.4 million. The Intermountain region, which covers all the state of Nevada as well as Alpine, Lassen, Modoc, Mono, Plumas, Sierra, and Siskiyou Counties in California, paid dividends which totaled $1.9 million.

Over the past six years, American AgCredit has returned more than $166 million in dividends to member‐borrowers in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Kansas and Oklahoma.

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“Our emphasis on a strong capitalized organization has ensured growth that allows for a substantial cash dividend,” added Carli. “Our mission is to ensure that reliable financing remains available to agricultural producers in our territory. In order to do this, American AgCredit must remain a safe and sound organization that can meet the needs of a constantly changing marketplace.”

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For SaleNew Holland 1075 diesel Bale Wagon. Good running condition. $20,000. 775-304-9136.

DR Chipper road towable, Kawasaki 19H.P. electric starter, new-never used. Original cost $5,970 Asking $5,100.DR Power Grader 60 inch, still in shipping container, original cost $1,499 asking $1,000.DR Generator Attachment to DR Bush Mower, Maximum output 6.0 Kilowatts, 125/250 rated voltage, still in shipping container. Original cost $4,843 asking $4,000.DR Brush Mower Used one year, electric start, Kawasaki 17 HP, 30 inch deck. Original cost $3,104 asking $1,500.Call 775-235-7999 or email hmnrnch@sbcglobal.net

WantedPasture Wanted for 20-40 pair in Northern Nevada. 775-287-6978

For Sale Masssey-Ferguson 2745 Tractor. Condition Rough. Runs great in forward gears. Reverse works only in 1st, 2nd and third. $7,000 Phone 775-629-0192

For SaleHouse for sale, 37 acres w/ water rights in Wellington. House is 1846 sq. ft.,2 bed, 2 bath, recently remodeled with new windows and flooring. Numerous out buildings, covered hay barn, corrals. In alfalfa production. $470K. Call 775-465-2252 or 775-720-1388 or email caroleobanion@gmail.com For SaleNew Holland 1112 Swather with 16 foot header. Runs well. Good backup machine $3500 firm at Washoe Valley. Call (775)888-9877 or email jimgreil@clearwire.net.

Diamond Valley 320 Acre Farm 4 Sale2 Pivot Farm – Sr Water Rights2 – 80’ X 80’ Metal Sided BarnsCorrals with 3 Sided Large Shed – Great for cattle, horses, sheepSmall Shop 40 X 20’Frame House 1925 sq ft, Large Established YardVarious Farm Machinery for Sale – List and more information available: Balers, Mowers, Tractors, Etc…Call 775-385-0030 for Details

For Sale5-year old black bull, raised as pet, has outgrown our Reno pasture.He’s big, beautiful & powerful, and we need to find him a good home! $1,125. (obo). Please call for more information or to see him775-560-1532.

For Sale- New Holland 16ft. pull type swather $3000- New Holland 16ft. pull type swather, can be used for parts $1000- 3 Freeman Balers: One Model 330 with 4 cycle Perkins diesel engine $3000. Two with Wisconsin gas engines. $2000 for one and $1000 for other (can be used for parts). Call 775-572-3337

2001 American Elite LQ 3 horse TrailerLQ looks brand new!!! Weekend Living Quarters trailer, in excellent condition. Very clean inside. Bed in nose, new custom Mattress, TV stand, Bench seat pulls out into bed, shower & toilet, Kitchen area w/ sink, cabinets, microwave, Hot/cold water, Heater - runs on electricity or propane, Air Conditioner, Clothes closet, Rear tack, lots of side storage with hooks, drop down windows, inside manger. $14,000 775-867-4605

1984 Westerner 6 horse full LQ Aluminum Horse trailer- Custom Built Custom made - all Aluminum Living Quarters horse trailerslant load, 6 horse, storage in horse trailer and below mangers, drop down

ramp and wood floor in trailer cleaned regularly, Queen bed, AC, Heat, full kitchen- micro, stove, oven, sink, fridge, dining table and bench, Hay rack on top, new vent covers, Separate tack room w/ 4 saddlerack that pulls out ... lots of bridle hooks and compartments on door for brushes, spray, full bathroom w/ shower - remodeled (needs new water lines & toilet) I will reduce price $1,000 if you repair it yourself email for pics SpurQH@yahoo.com. $12,000. 775-867-4605

1962 Studebaker GT Hawk - 4 speed, restored. $20,000. 775-779-22751981 Freightliner - Cummins, 25 ft. bed, 32 ft. trailer. $9,000. 775-779-2275

For SaleNew Holland 1046 Bale Wagon. Excellent working condition. $5500. Call Tom 775-287-5495

For SaleCaterpillar D2 Bulldozer. Great diesel motor, blade in front. $5500. Call Tom 775-287-5495

Sierra Valley California Ranch for Lease or Sale80 acres irrigated pasture (water rights on two creeks). Fenced and cross-fenced. 2500 sf house (2 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths). Pool and hot tub. Will lease house separately from pasture. Can be shown Nov 1st; Available Dec 1st. Lease Price on house $2,500.00 per month. Sale Price for house and 80 acres $925,000.00 (will carry paper with substantial down payment). Also would consider lease with option to purchase for house and pasture. Calls Only (775) 813-8981.

Hay Farm For Sale58 acre well maintained hay farm located 3 miles from Winnemucca. Property includes a 3080sq foot home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan with a great room, large laundry area, family room and attached oversized 2 car garage. There is mature landscaping with numerous outbuildings, a 30’x34’ barn and horse corrals. Property also includes a 1537sq foot rental house which has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with many new upgrades. Serious inquires only. Water rights included in sale. Buyer must be prequalified. $800,000 or OBO. (775) 304-7226

FencingWood round rail fencing, doweled rails, treated. Julian Smith, 775-882-2027 (home) or 883-3200 work. Washoe Valley.

For Sale25 acres Horse/Cattle Ranch Genoa/Minden surface water rights, 2 wells, 3 houses, 2 yr lease rental income corner Muller/Foothills, multiple agricultural uses 1.4 K Owner 831-512-3225 or email genoaal@yahoo.com.

IRRIGATION PIPE10” Aluminum Irrigation PipeHigh pressure mainline irrigation pipe with welded Circle Lock RingApplications:• Mainline for irrigation systems• Water transport lines• Construction applications• Effluent systems13 -- 10” x 40’ - $124 each31 -- 10” x 30’ - $164 eachSmith Valley - Call 775-465-2529 or email StovallRanch@gmail.com

FOR SALE: 672 John Deere Hydrolic Rake w/ left-hand delivery - $1,500347 John Deere Baler - 2-wire - $2,000346 John Deere Baler - 2-string, for parts - $1,00070 Horsepower Electric Motor - $70070 Horsepower Gearhead - $700Two-horse, Home-built trailer - $500Call Bobby at 775-635-2118 or 775-635-9656

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Families who have owned and operated their farm or ranch for 100 years or more are encouraged to submit an application to receive a Nevada Centennial Farm and Ranch award. Farmers and ranchers nominating their property for this award must submit an application by June 1. Nominees must meet the following requirements to be selected:• Must have remained in the same family continuously for at least 100 years.• Each property must still operate as a working farm or ranch.• Farms or ranches must have a minimum of 160 acres. Properties with fewer than 160 acres can qualify if

they gross at least $1,000 in annual sales.

The Nevada Centennial Farms Program was created in 2004 to recognize the important role that agriculture has played in the state’s history and economic development. Recipients receive a sign to display on their property. To date, more than 45 farms and ranches across the state have received the Nevada Centennial Farms and Ranch Award. Applications are due by June 1, 2013. Application forms are available online at http://www.nv.nrcs.usda.gov/centennial_awards.html or by contacting Liz Warner at (775) 857-8500. The Centennial Awards Program is funded by the Nevada Ag Council and Nevada’s agricultural license plate fund, the Nevada Ag Foundation, Nevada Heritage Foundation and the Nevada Farm Bureau. The Nevada Department of Agriculture and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service provide in-kind assistance.

Deadline Rapidly Approaching for Nevada Centennial Awards Program

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