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AGRONOMY
July 2010 Centra Sota Newsletter
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Answer Plot Technology Session II
Answer Plot Technology Session II – July 16th Santiago, MN. Click here for list of agenda topics.
Over 150 Farmers attend June 18th Answer Plot Technology Tour
After the stormy weather on June 17th – a huge turnout attended the first of 3 Answer Plot tours at our Santiago location. Staff members from Congresswoman Michele Bachman office also were in attendance and marveled at the advancements taking place in Agriculture. Mark your calendars now to attend the next 2 sessions – July 16th and August 19th. Agendas will be posted on this site in coming weeks.
Check out a few pictures from the day!
Roundup Ready Alfalfa Clears first Hurdle
In a 7-1 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for full approval of RR Alfalfa. Next step is the USDA to register final approval of this technology to make it available in the U. S. market. More information will be posted here as it becomes available, and check with your local Crop Advisor for updates.
Bugs, Bugs and more Bugs
Seems to be a banner year for insect issues in crops. Bruce Potter from the U of M published this interesting article on what he has seen across the state which is quite similar to what your Centra Sota Crop Advisors are reporting also. Alfalfa fields need to be monitored closely.
Glyphosate Alone is Not Enough
Across much of Minnesota, confirmed instances of glyphosate tolerant weeds have been confirmed. Click here to read a brief article by Dennis Berglund on this topic. We can’t emphasize his final comment enough –“Use full glyphosate rates and try to use a second mode of action on your fields”.
COUNTRY STORE
Customer Appreciation Day - August 21st!
Watch here for upcoming details!
Pet Adoption Day July 17th!
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Buffalo Country Store Now on Facebook!
Check out our Facebook Fan Page for the latest events, product specials, and information!
Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs fame weighs in on Agriculture
The last time I was in Indianapolis was the summer of 2003. I remember it pretty well because I was still sulking about The Colts being moved there without my permission and not quite over their inglorious departure from my hometown of Baltimore twenty years earlier. My bitterness melted away however in nearby Plainfield at ... Click here to read more.
Greenhouses Are Here!
Greenhouses with a wide assortment of beautiful flowers and yummy vegetables are now open at the Buffalo Country Store and the Upsala Country Store.
CLOTHING DEALS
Buffalo Country Store is currently offering excellent deals on Carhartt and Red Wing Brands. Receive $20.00 off a new pair of Red Wing Boots and 15% off of Carhartt apparel. This offer is only valid on in stock merchandise. Please visit our site page for more store coupons.
FUEL/PROPANE
New fuel/oil storage tank rule coming for some farms
Farms with storage tanks for diesel fuel, gasoline, lube oil, hydraulic oil and other kinds of oil may have new requirements under the EPA’s new Spill Prevention, Containment and Countermeasures (SPCC) rule. Click here to read full article.
John Deere Meetings Address Premium Fuels
CHS representatives were invited to discuss the benefits of newly enhanced Cenex® premium diesel fuels at recent grower meetings in Humphrey and Clarkson, Neb. Click here to read full article.
New Cenex Premium Diesel!
CHS introduces Enhanced Cenex® Premium Diesel Fuels to Meet Needs of Fleet and Agriculture Industries. Cenex Roadmaster XL and Ruby Fieldmaster Premium Diesel Fuels improve efficiency and increase engine performance while minimizing downtime <...read more...>
SAFETY
Safety is priority one with Centra Sota Lake Region LLC. We were the areas first Propane supplier to require a Gas Check inspection before any new installation or delivery. Our staff of certified technicians are available to assist you in ensuring that your propane system meets all the Safety guidelines be it for farm, home or business. <...read more...>
FUEL STORAGE/MAINTENANCE
We're committed to providing you with premium diesel to keep you running! To ensure your fuel storage is keeping your fuel viable, tank maintenance is vital! <...read more...>
LUBRICANTS
We provide premium Cenex quality lubricants! Our lubricants with cutting-edge ingredients, such as vegetable-oil-based hydraulic fluid, lead the industry in innovation and exceed the standards required by equipment manufacturers for a wide variety of uses. <...read more...>
LAWN CARE
SAVE YOUR ASH TREES!
They line our streets, add beauty to our neighborhoods, and shade our homes and families from the summer heat. Ash trees add so much to our environment here in Minnesota. But now these beautiful trees face a serious threat: the Emerald Ash Borer. <...read more...>
COMMUNITY FUND RAISING
Community Lawn Care is looking for the lawns to green up and looking to donate money to your fundraising group or club. Call Community Lawn Care to set up an appointment on how we can work together to raise money for you. Call Randy at 763-682-5134.
FEED
Butterfat and nutritionBy: Dr. Jake Reed |
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When butterfat drops, nutrition is usually the first management practice to get blamed, but could a change in your herd’s butterfat be due to seasonal variation and not to any nutritional changes that may have been implemented on your dairy? Click here to read the following article by Dr. Brian Perkins to help problem-solve your herd's butterfat depression.
Butterfat Depression
By: Dr. Jake Reed - Land O Lakes Livestock Nutritionist.
In a normal year, butterfat depression begins in the spring and worsens through the summer due to heat stress and, at times, from rapidly digested starch in fully fermented feedstuffs. This year butterfat depression occurred earlier and has been more severe; with the increased severity most likely due to high amounts of molds and yeasts in this years corn and corn silage. Click here to explore the article from the U of M Dairy Extension team to learn more about the causes of butterfat depression and how to alleviate it.
POOR QUALITY CORN
VRS CALF PERFORMANCE
Is poor quality corn dragging down your calf performance? In competitors calf starters this year we are seeing many corn fines that can reduce calf starter intake and thus calf performance. Try Land O' Lakes Purina calf starters that are produced with high quality stardards to boost your calves intake and growth. Here is an article from calfnotes.com explaining quality starters.