Evaluation of Simulated Corn Yields Across Nebraska in 2013
Model Indicates Grain Fill Could Take10-17 More Days in the Northeast
(from UNL Extension Cropwatch)
Across Nebraska, the 2013 corn season has been marked by considerable late planting (due to rain and a low temperature in spring) and a cooler than average summer so far. This has led many to wonder about the corn yield at harvest and the possibilities and consequences of frost damage before the crop reaches maturity.
To look at this issue in more detail, we used Hybrid-Maize (http://hybridmaize.unl.edu/), a corn simulation model developed by UNL scientists, to evaluate possible corn yield outcomes as well as the probabilities and consequences of frost damage. The evaluation is based on
- this year’s average and late planting dates as reported by UNL extension specialists and educators for different areas of the state,
- up-to-date weather data at selected locations, and
- long-term historical weather data (26 years on average) at those locations.
All weather data are provided by the High Plains Regional Climate Center. Yield evaluation is made for both fully irrigated and rainfed crops when growth and yield are not limited by nutrient deficiencies, weeds, insect pests or diseases. (This is the so-called yield potential.) Because of the variations in actual crop management, including planting date, hybrid maturity, seeding rate, fertilization, etc., simulated yield expectations are presented as percentage of simulated long-term average yield.
Expected Yields for Fully Irrigated Fields
For fields that were planted around the average planting date for each site, expected yields are 5-10% higher than simulated long-tern averages using the same planting dates. For fields planted around June 1, however, expected yields are 0-13% lower than simulated long-term averages using the same late planting dates. For fields with average planting dates, the expected higher yield potential this year is due primarily to the cooler summer temperature so far and, as a result, extended days for grain filling if the remaining weather is like an average year. For fields that were planted as late as June 1, expected lower yields result from the late season low temperature and dramatic increase in probability of frost damage before the crop reaches maturity.
Expected Yields for Rainfed Fields
Soil water recharge rate at planting is one of the important factors that determines crop yield in rainfed systems. For all locations, we assume a soil of silty clay loam where the top one foot of soil was recharged to field capacity while subsoil was recharged only to ¾ of soil available water due to the severe drought last year. The maximum rooting depth is assumed to be 5 feet at all locations. Other settings for these simulations were the same as for fully irrigated fields.
For fields planted on the average planting date at each site, simulated yields are considerably lower than an average year for most areas, but close to or higher than a normal year in north east areas (Concord and Elgin) due to above average growing season precipitation. For fields planted June 1, simulated yields are also lower than an average year for most locations except where precipitation was above normal. Compared with irrigated fields, simulations of rainfed fields show much greater variation due to variation in growing season precipitation across locations. Likewise, due to large variability in rainfall amounts over relatively short distances in the state, there is greater uncertainty in making inferences about potential yields in areas nearby each of the rainfed locations simulated in this evaluation.
Summary
In summary, irrigated corn yields across Nebraska could be 5-10% higher than an average year that are planted before or around mid-May, due primarily to the relatively cooler summer temperature so far this year. For irrigated corn planted as late as June 1, yields could be 0-13% lower than an average year with the same hybrid maturity and late planning dates. For late planted corn, increased probability of frost damage is also a concern.
For rainfed corn, expected yield potential could vary widely across the state. Many locations could see considerably lower rainfed yields than in an average year for both average or late planting dates because of insufficient water recharge in subsoil at planting. For rainfed fields in northeast Nebraska, however, rainfed corn yield could be close to or better than normal due to this year’s higher than average precipitation. We plan to update the corn yield evaluation regularly until end of the growing season.
Join the fight to end rural hunger in Nebraska
Nearly 14 percent of households in Nebraska face food insecurity, which amounts to more than 250,000 people, according to Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger relief organization. In Hall County alone, more than 6,600 people struggle to find food. Farmers in these farming communities are often busy helping to feed the world, but some families in these communities may not have access to enough food to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Thanks to the upcoming America’s Farmers Food Drive, many food banks across the state of Nebraska will be able to provide food for these rural households.
The fifth annual America’s Farmers Food Drive, sponsored by Monsanto in conjunction with Farm Progress and the Howard G. Buffett Foundation (HGBF), will take place at Husker Harvest Days on Sept. 10-12 in Grand Island, Neb.
All FFA chapters and 4-H clubs in Nebraska are invited to participate in the America’s Farmers Food Drive. FFA and 4-H students who donate food will receive free entry to Husker Harvest Days. Additionally, the top three FFA chapters and top three 4-H clubs that bring in donations of more than 100 pounds of food will each be awarded $250.
“We hope the America’s Farmers Food Drive will raise awareness among our youth about hunger in rural America,” said Elizabeth Vancil, Monsanto customer advocacy outreach manager. “It is important that the next generation of farmers, today’s 4-H and FFA members, understand that families in their own communities face hunger. Last year, nearly 11,500 pounds of food was raised at the show, and we hope to exceed that amount this year.”
Additionally, for every pound of food collected, Monsanto will donate $1 (up to $10,000) to Heartland United Way and HGBF will donate $1 (up to $10,000) to Feeding America.
“U.S. farmers are helping to feed the world, yet as many as 50 million Americans struggle to meet their daily food needs,” said Howard G. Buffett, HGBF president. “The America’s Farmers Food Drive is an opportunity for farmers, neighbors and young people to support the food needs of people in their own communities.”
Monsanto launched the America’s Farmers Food Drive in 2009 at the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Ill., which has resulted in more than 65,000 pounds of food collected to date.
To learn more about Monsanto’s commitment to farmers across America, please visit www.AmericasFarmers.com.
Soybean Aphid Numbers Low, but Vigilance Recommended
Tom Hunt, Extension Entomologist at the Haskell Ag Lab, Concord
Although weather is favorable for soybean aphid build-up, we have not observed or heard of significant populations in Nebraska (except those in my plots where I artificially infested in late July). This is likely because we did not have many to begin with. Populations were extremely low when the weather turned unseasonably cool. Having said that, we still have time for aphids to build to economically damaging populations. We have had fast building populations in the past that developed in mid to late August, peaked the end of August, and resulted in 20% yield loss. Continued scouting is recommended. My general thought is we will not have too many problems, but each field/area can be different, so stay vigilant until soybeans are well into R6.
NeFU & Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital Announce Innovative New Partnership For Rural Residents
Nebraska Farmers Union (NeFU) and Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital announced an innovative new partnership designed to help rural residents get high quality medical services at a substantially more affordable cost.
At their summer Board meeting, the NeFU Board of Directors authorized the development of this partnership for a variety of reasons, including:
· Farming and ranching is a very dangerous way to make a living, and the long hours and hard work wears out shoulders, knees, and hips among other body parts.
· Farmers and ranchers are exposed to chemicals, dust, farm animals, and dangerous equipment.
· Nearly half of farmers and ranchers rely on single insurance policies that often include high deductibles and a long list of exclusions.
· Major medical issues continue to be a leading cause of farm and ranch bankruptcies.
· Since many farmers and ranchers have high deductibles and/or many body parts excluded from coverage, getting high quality medical services at affordable costs represents an ongoing need for many farm and ranch families.
“We really like Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital’s open and transparent approach to providing medical services, including their costs. It is a long overdue breath of fresh air in this very expensive part of our lives,” said John Hansen, NeFU President. When we compared costs for specific operations, we saw the cost difference for a knee replacement between Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital and the average for other facilities in the state was $22,110. If you are paying for some or all medical costs out of your own pocket, that is a lot of money. In addition, Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital offers clients paying their own costs an additional 35% savings.
“We are pleased for the opportunity to serve the value-conscious families of NeFU,” said Tom Macy, Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital’s CEO. “Our focus on a value-based approach to orthopaedic care aligns well with the health and economic challenges inherent to the families working in and supporting an agricultural way of life.”
UNL to Host Many Events at Nebraska State Fair
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will host many events at the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island from Aug. 23- Sept. 2.
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources will have a booth focusing on degree programs for prospective students in the Exhibition Building Hall, as well as hands-on activities promoting CASNR academic programs in the 4-H Building. The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and CASNR will host an open house in the hospitality loft of the Five Points Band Livestock Arena from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 1. Free ice cream will be provided by the UNL Dairy Store.
UNL Extension will host an informational booth about its programs.
A UNL Admissions booth in the 4-H/FFA exhibition building will show fair-goers what it's like to receive a Big 10 education. Husker spirit items including buttons and tattoos will be distributed.
The UNL Food Processing Center display in the 4-H/FFA exhibition building will feature more than 20 food companies offering samples of food produced in Nebraska. Visitors will be able to sample salsas, pickles, beef jerky, popcorn and more.
More than 5,000 4-H members will have more than 10,000 exhibits in such areas as science, agricultural literacy and career development. Youth from all 93 counties will be represented.
Fair-goers will get their first glimpse of the Nebraska Building now under construction. Starting in 2014, the $5.4 million building, financed mostly by Nebraska banks, will host the Ag Literacy Experience partnership with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. That exhibit will feature 25,000 square feet of interactive activities designed to help participants understand the science and art of agriculture, as well as expose them to agriculture-related careers.
New interactive activities at the 4-H exhibit hall will include:
– A Commodity Carnival Aug. 26-27, which aims to engage and educate youth about the vital role of agricultural commodities in everyday life. Developed by The Ohio State University Extension, the Commodity Carnival will consist of two hands-on mini carnival games – Invest and Grow and Pig-Linko – to introduce the concepts of agriculture futures, options and commodity trading to the target audience of families and youth ages 8-14. Each activity will guide the participants through the process of producing a commodity (i.e., hogs) and selling it.
– A series of hands-on science experiments on Aug. 31, Science Discovery Day, including:
– Let's Communicate: A LEGO building challenge where one person gives instructions to his or her partner about how to build a structure.
– Blast Off: Families will design paper rockets.
– Build a Bridge: Families will build a bridge out of index cards to support washers.
– Build a Tower: Families will build towers out of dry spaghetti and mini-marshmallows.
– Inspired by Nature: Families will match human inventions with their inspiration in nature.
– Learning from Failure: Families will create a boat out of aluminum foil and test it until it sinks.
A full list of activities and schedule is at 4h.unl.edu, or available by downloading the Nebraska 4-H State Fair app.
Cover Crop Bus Tour Scheduled for September
Registrations are now being accepted for a September bus tour of sites featuring no-till crop production, diverse rotations, cover crops and livestock grazing systems.
The Sept. 4-5 Nebraska Cover Crop Bus Tour will visit several research facilities and farms in central Nebraska, each offering a unique look at using cover crops in no-till systems, said Paul Jasa, UNL extension engineer and tour organizer.
The tour will leave from Kearney at 8 a.m. Sept. 24. Topics and stops will include:
– Current crops growing in last year's cover crops
– Cover crops in seed corn production
– Cover crops after wheat harvest
– Cover crops as a companion crop
– Cover crops for grazing or forage
– Green cover seed, near Bladen
– Arrow Seed, Broken Bow
In addition, seasoned no-till farmers, Jasa and Ray Ward, owner of Ward Laboratories in Kearney, will be available on the bus for questions and discussion.
"Some of the best learning comes from the networking with other attendees on the bus," Jasa said.
Registrations are due Aug. 23 and will be limited to the first 50 who apply, with preference given to Nebraskans. The fee is $50 for Nebraska residents and producers, and $100 for non-Nebraskans and covers bus transportation, lodging and meals. There will be an extra charge of $50 for those requesting a single room. Complete details will be emailed to registrants.
To register, mail the registration form available at http://go.unl.edu/covertour_reg and a check made out to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to Paul Jasa, extension engineer, 202 L.W. Chase Hall, Box 830726, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Neb., 68583-0726. Email/phone registrations and credit cards will not be accepted. No refund will be given for cancellations made after Aug. 27.
The tour is sponsored by UNL Extension, the Nebraska Environmental Trust, Arrow Seed, Aurora Coop, Green Cover Seed and Ward Laboratories.
NCTA names Range Science instructor, rodeo coach
Bridger Chytka of Hemingford has been named the range science instructor and Aggies rodeo team coach at the University of Nebraska-Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, Curtis, Nebraska.
“Bridger will coach student athletes for our intercollegiate rodeo team and will instruct range management, rodeo seminar and animal science courses,” said Dr. Douglas Smith, chairman of NCTA’s Agriculture Production Systems (APS) Division.
During his college career, Chytka worked for the Nebraska Grazing Lands Coaliton, assistng Nebraska ranchers in evaluatng range conditons and teaching range monitoring methods.
In May, Chytka received his Master of Arts degree in Science-Education from Chadron State College, where he also earned a Bachelor of Science in Range Management. He is a 2006 graduate of Hemingford High School and competes in calf roping.
“When you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, then you will be successful,” Chytka advises students and rodeo athletes.
As a calf roper, he is a member of the Mountain States Circuit of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and amateur in Nebraska rodeo associations.
Fall semester classes at NCTA begin Monday, August 26, with the rodeo season kick-off Sept 13-14 at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls, WI. NCTA athletes will compete in five fall contests, as part of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, Great Plains Region.
Chytka will be assuming some of the teaching duties previously held by Professor Dave Smith, who retired in December, 2012. For information, contact Dr. Douglas Smith or Mr. Chytka in the NCTA-APS Office at (308) 367-5293, or see NCTA.unl.edu.
Freeman — New Release Outshines Most in Rainfed Wheat Trials
The University of Nebraska and USDA-ARS have released a new wheat variety that will be marketed as Husker Genetics Brand Freeman (formerly tested as NE06545) Hard Red Winter Wheat. It is named in honor of Daniel Freeman, the first person to file for a homestead under the Homestead Act of 1862 which celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2012.
Freeman was released primarily for its superior adaptation to rainfed wheat production systems throughout Nebraska and in states north and west of Nebraska. Based on results from three years of Nebraska Variety Trials, Freeman was either the top producer or was in the highest yielding group in rainfed production in southeast, south central, west central, and western Nebraska. We always recommend looking at the three-year averages because historically there has been considerable climate variation from year to year. Freeman is not recommended for irrigated production as other lines are better suited to and have better straw strength for those conditions. Freeman appears to be widely adapted to the northern Great Plains and has performed well in the USDA regional nurseries.
Characteristics of Freeman Hard Red Winter Wheat
A semi-dwarf wheat with a relatively long coleoptile for a semi-dwarf wheat, Freeman is similar to Settler CL. It averages 33 inches tall, slightly taller than Wesley and slightly shorter than Overland. Freeman is
- resistant to soilborne wheat mosaic virus and is among the best for resistance to bacterial streak;
- moderately resistant to moderately susceptible to stem rust;
- moderately resistant to susceptible to leaf and stripe rust;
- moderately susceptible to Fusarium head blight;
- moderately susceptible to susceptible to Hessian fly; and
- susceptible to barley yellow dwarf virus and wheat streak mosaic virus.
It is low in grain volume weight, similar to NuPride Genetics Brand Camelot and Wesley, but lower than Husker Genetics Brand Overland. Freeman should be acceptable to the milling and baking industries.
Freeman will be an excellent complementary wheat to Camelot, Overland, Husker Genetics Brand Robidoux, and Husker Genetics Brand Settler CL. The latter four lines continue to perform extremely well across Nebraska and in similar areas in adjacent states. In individual regions, other lines have performed very well, but lack the broad adaptation of Freeman, Camelot, Overland, Robidoux, and Settler CL.
Nebraska State Fair a ‘Grand Champion’
Senator Mike Johanns
This week, folks from all 93 counties will come together to celebrate our state’s rich history and culture at the Nebraska State Fair. Whether coming to participate in a livestock competition, see how a 4-H project fared, enjoy a tasty treat from a local food vendor or hear a favorite artist perform, the state fair has something for everyone. The 144th annual Nebraska State Fair kicks off this Friday, providing a wonderful opportunity to showcase new innovations, honor our agricultural roots and celebrate our Nebraska values.
Last year alone, an estimated 337,000 attended the state fair over an 11-day period. This year’s theme, “The Thrill of it All,” will help ensure all attendees have an experience full of fun and excitement. New additions for 2013 include a new midway carnival from a top national vendor and an air-conditioned grandstand concourse, to name a couple.
No matter which activities you participate in or where you’re located, Nebraska ingenuity and tradition emanate throughout the fairgrounds. Our innovation in agriculture and technology can be seen at dozens of vendor booths. The hard work 4-H and FFA students put into their projects are proudly displayed in the exposition buildings. Competitive events and various contests end with a smile and a handshake.
These are simple showings of the ideals and strong traditions that make our state such a great place to live and raise our families. But we’re not the only ones taking note, others are also picking up on just how special Nebraska is.
A nationally-recognized group recently named Nebraska among its top business-friendly states for 2013. Nebraska received high marks for having low unemployment and a strong transportation infrastructure, as well as several other factors that create a business-friendly environment. These factors keep jobs coming and our economy booming.
Our most populous city, Omaha, made a cable network’s list of top 10 cities for new college graduates earlier this summer. The study looked at which cities are creating jobs, are affordable to recent grads and have a vibrant population of twenty-somethings. Low cost of living and a low unemployment rate were two of the primary reasons for Omaha’s top rating. And I could go on.
The reasons that make our state an appealing place for new businesses and job-seekers are many, stemming from low taxes, a non-intrusive government and a welcoming attitude toward all. We work hard to be successful and encourage others to do the same. We can all be proud of these achievements, which will again be celebrated at the Nebraska State Fair.
Whether you’ve never attended or never miss a sheep show, I encourage everyone to visit the state fair this year. It runs from August 23 through September 2. Details can be found at www.nebraskafair.org. At a time when significant challenges face our nation, it is nice to be reminded of wholesomeness, tradition and friendliness woven into the fabric of our state.
Lindsay Corporation Acquires Claude Laval
Lindsay Corporation, Omaha, a leading provider of irrigation systems and infrastructure products, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Claude Laval Corporation, also known as LAKOS Separators and Filtration Solutions, in a stock purchase transaction. As a privately-held company based in Fresno, Calif.,, LAKOS has operated for over 40 years, providing filtration solutions for groundwater, agriculture, industrial and heat transfer markets, worldwide. LAKOS operates from a 100,000+ square foot facility in Fresno with approximately 125 employees, and has annual revenues between $25 and $30 Million.
"Lindsay is excited to announce the acquisition of LAKOS," stated Rick Parod, Lindsay's president and chief executive officer. "This represents a key strategic addition to the Lindsay Corporation portfolio of companies and is an important expansion of our 'water use efficiencies' capabilities. LAKOS type separators are used in water-supply projects we are involved in today and can be integrated with Lindsay's Watertronics pump stations. Additionally, their media tank filters are used in irrigation applications, recognized for their quality, throughout the world."
Parod continued, "While there is a very direct synergy between LAKOS filtration solutions and our water and irrigation markets, we view this acquisition as a strategic move to expand our position in the growing industrial and heat transfer markets. With Lindsay's capabilities and financial strength, we are well-positioned to support LAKOS' continued growth in those important markets. We are pleased to welcome the management team and employees of LAKOS to the Lindsay family. We expect the acquisition to be accretive in fiscal 2014."
Lindsay manufactures and markets irrigation equipment primarily used in agricultural markets which increase or stabilize crop production while conserving water, energy, and labor. The company also manufactures and markets infrastructure and road safety products under the Lindsay Transportation Solutions trade name.
HILAND DAIRY INTRODUCES GREEK YOGURT TO PRODUCT LINEUP
Eating smart has now gotten tastier with the introduction of Hiland Dairy’s new nonfat Greek yogurts. The tangier, creamier style of yogurt packs a protein punch over its conventional yogurt counterpart, with nearly twice the grams of protein per serving.
“Protein plays a very important role in the human body,” said Gary Aggus, President/General Manager of Hiland Dairy. “Protein provides fuel for your body and helps you feel fuller longer which can lead to healthy eating habits.” Aggus added “We wanted to offer a product to our customers that is full of rich, creamy flavor and delivers steady and sustained energy throughout the day. Plus, the straining process removes some of the milk sugar, lactose, making Greek yogurt less likely to upset the lactose-intolerant.”
Starting this month, customers will see the shelves stocked with seven popular nonfat Greek yogurt flavors to choose from: Vanilla, Strawberry, Raspberry, Blueberry, Black Cherry, Peach and Pineapple. While each flavor provides a delightful taste on its own, they also offer true versatility when incorporated into a variety of recipes, snacks and smoothies.
Iowa Cookout Champ Crowned at 50th Annual IFBF Contest
Justin Palmer of Winterset was crowned the 2013 Iowa Farm Bureau Cookout Contest winner. Palmer beat out 51 other grillers, representing counties from around the state, to win the 50th annual competition. The annual Iowa Farm Bureau-sponsored contest featured outdoor chefs using their best grilling, roasting and smoking techniques. "Every year, we are amazed at the competitiveness and creativity of Iowa's grillers. Each recipe has been tested and tasted and each one brings out the different qualities and traits of each type of meat," said Iowa Farm Bureau President Craig Hill. "Iowa's livestock producers are so proud to raise healthy livestock that provide important sources of protein and inspiration for cooks like the ones at our annual contest."
Cookout Contest champion, Palmer, won first place in the beef category before being selected by the judges as the overall winner. He received $200, a crown and a permanent trophy as the 2013 Iowa Farm Bureau Cookout Contest Champion.
Other first place winners and their categories were: Helen Schubert of Clarion, lamb; Luke Spencer of Logan, pork; Ashley Hanson of Kamrar, poultry; Sara Cronk of Toledo, turkey; and Gene Petersen of Vinton, combo/speciality. All winners received $75.
Second place winners and their categories were: Andy Grein of Wesley, beef; Bruce Campbell of Marshalltown, lamb; Andy Wilson of Salem, pork; Tracy Christeson of Exira, poultry; Nate Miller of Davenport, turkey; and Mary Weisinger of Ft. Madison, combo/specialty. All second place winners received $50.
Winners in special categories were youth first place -- Trenton McDonald of Hamilton and youth second place -- Andrea Greve of Harlan; showmanship -- Bruce Campbell of Marshalltown; and team -- John Sellman of Alburnett, Chad Meyer of Cedar Rapids and Scott Bahmann of Vinton. The youth winner received a gas grill and $75 and second place received $50 as prizes from the Iowa Propane Association. The showmanship winner received $100. The team winners received $150.
Prize sponsors for the Cookout Contest include: the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, Farm Bureau Financial Services, GROWMARK, Inc., Iowa Propane Gas Association, Iowa Pork Producers Association, the Iowa Beef Industry Council, the Iowa Turkey Federation and the Iowa Poultry Association, and the Iowa Sheep and Wool Promotion Board.
Canada Requests WTO Compliance Panel in US Meat Labeling Dispute
The Canadian government Monday requested a World Trade Organization compliance panel be formed to challenge recent amendments to U.S. meat labeling rules. Canada says changes to the U.S. mandatory country-of-origin labeling, or COOL, rule discriminate against Canadian meat products and don't comply with global trade obligations.
"We had hoped to avoid having to again resort to the WTO to resolve this matter. However, despite consistent rulings by the WTO, the U.S. government continues its unfair trade practices, which are severely damaging to Canadian industry and jobs," Trade Minister Ed Fast and Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz said in a joint statement.
Canada believes the U.S. "has failed to bring its COOL measure into conformity with its WTO obligations. We believe that the recent amendments to the COOL measure will further hinder the ability of Canadian cattle and hog producers to freely compete in the U.S. market," they added.
Ottawa has threatened retaliatory action by imposing punitive tariffs on a range of U.S. products imported into Canada. But Messrs. Fast and Ritz say they won't act on the threat until the WTO gives the green light.
July Milk Production up 1.2 Percent
Milk production in the 23 major States during July totaled 15.7 billion pounds, up 1.2 percent from July 2012. June revised production, at 15.8 billion pounds, was up 1.7 percent from June 2012. The June revision represented an increase of 1 million pounds or less than 0.1 percent from last month's preliminary production estimate.
Milk production in Iowa during July 2013 totaled 380 million pounds, up 8.6 percent from July 2012 according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service.
WORLD DAIRY EXPO ENTRIES DUE SOON
The entry deadline for World Dairy Expo’s Cattle Show is quickly approaching. To avoid late fees, exhibitors must submit their entries by midnight (CDT) on Saturday, August 31. Paper entries must be postmarked by that date to avoid late fees.
An entry discount of $3 will be applied to each animal entry made online that provides the complete animal name, registration number and AIN 15-digit number information. “Pending” information is NOT eligible for a discount. To receive the discount, complete registration must be submitted and transaction completed by August 31, 2013. The discount is only offered with the initial entry and payment. A refund for the discount will not be granted when further data is provided after payment. The entry discount is not valid with paper entry.
Entries made between September 1 and September 7 may be made online or by paper at $50 per animal. After September 7, all entries are $100 per animal. Online entries will be accepted until September 15. After September 15, entries must be submitted via the paper entry form.
To enter online, visit worlddairyexpo.com . Follow the online entry instructions under the Dairy Cattle Show Entry Information link. Entry forms, 2016 International Futurity entry forms and accompanying information, along with the 2013 Premium Book, are available here.
Staff is available to answer entry questions and show-related questions as Expo approaches. Please call either Ann Marie Magnochi Laurie Breuch or for assistance at 608-224-6455.
“Center of the Dairy Universe” is the theme for World Dairy Expo 2013, which will take place Tuesday, October 1, through Saturday, October 5 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. For show schedule details and further event information, visit www.worlddairyexpo.com.
Accomplished fund-raising executive named president of National FFA Foundation
The National FFA Foundation Board of Trustees announced today that it has selected a highly experienced and accomplished fund-raising professional to serve as its next president.
Molly A. Ball, CFRM, has served as vice president for development and college relations at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Ill. Since 2010, she has directed all facets of fundraising for the college, including annual strategic planning, corporate and individual giving, board member cultivation and training, alumni relations, advancement services, marketing and communications and more.
Kincannon & Reed, a leading global executive search firm focused on the food and agribusiness sectors, conducted a nationwide search for the position. Ball will lead the foundation that last year raised a record $20.8 million through corporate and private contributions. She was selected based on achievements over the past 15 years while strategically managing major fund-raising campaigns in higher education and non-profit sectors.
“Ball brings a wealth of experience, proven philanthropic leadership and a diverse skill set to the National FFA Foundation,” said Mark Timm, chairman of the National FFA Foundation Board of Trustees. “She is deeply committed to the traditions and mission of the National FFA Organization. She will bring passion, high energy and enthusiasm to our team of fund-raising professionals charged with securing critical financial resources required to provide premier growth, leadership and personal growth opportunities to FFA members throughout the country each day.”
Before joining Monmouth College, Ball held titles of executive director of development and senior major gift officer at Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, Mich.; executive director of the Michigan FFA Foundation; and regional representative with Farm Bureau serving both Lansing and Howell, Mich.
Civically, she serves on the policy committee of the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce and is co-chairwoman of the capital campaign committee and a parent-teacher organization member at Immaculate Conception Church and School in Monmouth. Ball is a past board member of the Michigan chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals; a former education committee member of the West Michigan chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals; and past member of both the Council for Advancement Support of Education and the Kalamazoo Area Junior league
Originally from Vicksburg, Mich., Ball earned a bachelor's degree in agriculture and natural resources communications with emphasis on agribusiness management and marketing from Michigan State University. She received her Certified Fund-Raising Manager accreditation from the Indiana University Center of Philanthropy. A former FFA member in high school, Ball served an internship at the National FFA Organization after college, joined the organization as a communications specialist and later was named individual giving manager with the foundation.
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