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Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page A12 TRUCK AND TRAILERS FOR SALE Winter Wheat Variety Performance 2013 International Prostar, 15 liter engine 560 hp, 18 speed, full lockers, 300,000 miles. DPF deleted by Per- Summary in Montana formace Diesel Inc...... $35,000 By J. E. Berg, P. L. Bruckner, B. Bohannon, S. Briar, P. Carr, C. Chen, C. Cook, R. 2006 Load King 51-ft. step deck, tri-axle, air ride, alumi- Garza, K. D. Kephart, P. Lamb, A.T. Link, J. H. Miller, G. Pradhan, G.V.P. Reddy, num deck, good tires...... $22,000 1997 Wilson 49-ft. grain trailer, tri-axle, new tarp, good R.N. Stougaard, A. Dyer, D. Holen, D. Nash, and H. Rimel tires...... $20,000 Introduction data are shown for the varieties. In some 1985? Utility 32-ft. pup trailer, good deck...... $8000 The agronomic characteristics of win- years data are not available because of hail, Call Steven (406) 439-7429 ter wheat varieties recently developed or winter-kill, or other unavoidable causes. evaluated by the Montana Agricultural Variety Testing Procedures Experiment Station are compared in this Fig. 1. Test Locations for Montana winter wheat publication with other varieties grown in the performance tests in 2016. state. Varieties recommended for production in the respective districts of Montana are designated by an R. A brief description of each variety is given which may include a variety’s particular advantages or disadvan- tages. The information was extracted from the Intrastate Winter Wheat Nursery. This data is prepared by research personnel of the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station. Where available, up to four years of yield Figure 1

CONTINUED ON PAGE A14 Fort Ellis Research Station to hold an Organic Production Field Day Montana State University researchers speakers will be Director Ben Thomas of have over the last five years been exploring the Montana Department of Agriculture, innovate organic ways to control weeds, Chris Christiansen from Montana Farmers increase yields, improve rotations, and Union, and Bob Quinn founder of Kamut integrate livestock into cropping systems International. FOR SALE at the Fort Ellis Research Station outside “The Organic Advisory and Education of Bozeman. They are ready to share some Council is pleased to be a host of this excit- 20 PRIME ACRES of their intermediate findings at a field day ing event,” said Ole Norgaard, OAEC board that is being called “Organic Principles chair. “We are grateful to see this level of Review” (OPR), to be held June 13, 2017 comprehensive organic research being done at the research station and on campus in by Montana State University, focused on Linfield Hall. The event is a collaboration developing and refining organic cropping of the Organic Advisory and Research systems and weed control for Montana Council (OAEC), Montana State University farmers. The lessons they are learning will Extension, Montana Farmers Union, and the be instructive to both organic and conven- Located Montana Organic Association. tional producers who are constantly looking Presentations by MSU faculty and staff for ways to minimize inputs and maximize between will cover an overview of: Five-year rota- harvests in efficient and effective ways.” Glacier tion using contrasting systems; crop yield OPR will take place at the Fort Ellis Nursery and and quality; weed management, including Research Station in the morning, and then Creston. North of Highway 35. Level land bindweed research; beneficial insects; soil further discussions and analysis will be held quality and greenhouse gas emissions; as- from on the MSU Campus. formerly leased by Glacier Nursery. Water sessing climate change impacts; and inte- Fort Ellis Research Farm 9:00 am- rights from Blaine Creek Northeast corner. grating livestock into cropping systems. In 12:00pm - 33336 East Frontage Road, addition presenters will share an economic Bozeman, MT 59715. From Interstate 90 TAKING OFFERS: overview of the systems and discuss ongo- and Main St. (Exit 309), Research Farm is ing and future organic research initiatives located 2 miles east on Frontage Road. Call Gary 406-450-1968 including what the future may hold for Linfield Hall 1:00pm-4:30pm - MSU food and organic production. The follow- Campus, corner of S. 11th Ave. and W. Great investment or retirement 1031 exchange ing MSU faculty and staff will be on-hand Cleveland St. From Interstate 90 and N. property. Much sought after area. Beautiful to discuss their research and answer ques- 19th Ave. (Exit 305), travel south on N. 19th Swan Range just a few miles to the east. View tions from attendees: Pat Hatfield, Sue Ave. for 3 miles. Turn east on W. College of Big Mountain to the north. Jewel Basin just a Ishaq, Fabian Menalled, Perry Miller, Zach St. for ½ mile to S. 11th Ave. Linfield Hall few air miles to the southeast. Just minutes to Miller, Anton Bekkerman, Pat Carr, Alison is located on south side of campus. Campus Big Fork, Kalispell or Columbia Falls. Harmon, Subodh Adhikari, Devon Ragen, parking passes can be bought at Fort Ellis. and Tim Seipel. Additional OAEC guest Tour is free and open to the public. Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page A14 Say you saw it in the Trader’s Dispatch Winter Wheat Variety Performance Summary in Montana ~WANTED~ CONTINUED FROM PAGE A12 All types of hay to bale on shares. Locations was about 77 pounds per acre. Information on Call for custom baling. Phone (406) 799-8323 Hard winter wheats were planted at 8 previous crop, planting date, fertilizer use and Montana and 1 North Dakota location (Fig. harvest date is available in Table 1. 1) including Carter/Ft. Benton, Conrad and All seed for each nursery was treated with Havre in the North Central district, Moccasin Cruiser Maxx Cereals seed treatment at rec- in the Central district, Huntley in the Southern ommended rates before planting. district, Sidney and Williston, ND represent- Description of Data Collected ing the Northeast district, Kalispell in the Yield Northwest and Bozeman in the Southwest All rows of each plot were trimmed and districts of the state. measured and harvested using an experimental Entries plot combine. Names of commercially available variet- Grain yields are reported in bushels per acre ies and experimental lines evaluated in 2016 based on a 60 pound standard bushel weight. are listed with their origins, experimental In addition to yields obtained in 2016, data is designation, release year, and pedigrees in provided for two (2015-2016), three (2014- Table 2 for the hard winter wheats. Forty-nine 2016) and four (2013-2016) year averages Scott Schmiedeke Henry Kallis hard wheats are included in this summary for hard wheat entries tested during previous (406) 240-2572, (605) 639-1904, comprising 30 varieties (15 public and 15 cropping seasons Victor, MT Spearfish, SD private) and 19 experimental lines (18 public Test Weight See us on the web: www.tte-inc.com and 1 private). Numbered entries preceded by Test weights (pounds per bushel) were a state designation [e.g. MT1348 (Montana) obtained for each plot by using Dickey-John 2007 Cat 930H high lift, or private company, PSB13NEDH-14-71, Grain Analysis Computer (GAC) at some 8535 hours, enclosed cab (Limagrain)] are experimental lines provided locations. Other locations use a Seedburo with heat and air, revers- by the breeder. test weight apparatus. In this case, a sample ing fan, hydraulic coupler, auxiliary hydraulics, 3.75 Experimental Design and Seeding Meth- is dropped through a funnel at a given height CY bucket, almost new Mi- ods into a quart brass bucket, excess grain is re- chelin radial tires, limited The Intrastate Winter Wheat Test consists of moved by a flat stick then weighed on a gram slip differentials, very nice condition, has been meticulously a 49 entry test with 3 replicates. These tests are scale, and grams per quart are converted into maintained and stored inside, original paint, serviced and job site ready. Located in Spearfish, SD...... $99,500 planted as 7x7 lattices or a randomized compounds per bushels. plete block design at each location. Plot size Heading Date 2006 Cat 930G 7460 hours, varied by location, from 35 ft2 at Conrad to Heading date is taken when 50% of the enclosed cab with heat 60 ft2 at Havre. Row number varies: Bozeman heads in a plot were extended above the flag and air conditioning, ride control, 3 CY bucket, 48” and Havre are 3-row,Conrad, Huntley, Carter, leaf collar. Heading dates are recorded both loader forks, hydraulic cou- and Sidney are 4-row, Moccasin (5-row), in ordinal date (number of days from January pler, auxiliary hydraulics, air ride seat, new tires, has been Kalispell (7-row), and Williston (8-row) Row 1) and the actual calendar date. through shop, serviced, needs nothing. Located in Spear- spacing at all locations was on 1 ft. centers, Plant Height fish, SD...... $79,500 except at Williston and Kalispell (6” centers). Plant height was measured, in inches, from 2012 Case 850L 1090 All plots were seeded at 0.6 grams seeds/ft2, the soil surface to the top of the head, exclud- hours, enclosed cab with which is roughly equivalent to 1 bushel per ing the awns. heat and air conditioning, acre, except at Williston where the seeding rate CONTINUED ON PAGE A18 air ride seat, 6 way PAT blade, CELT XLT track system, front counter weight, 3 shank ripper, sweeps, complete rock guards, rear cab screen, serviced, nearly new, needs nothing. Located in Spearfish, SD...... $92,500 2006 Deere 650J XLT 2660 hours, enclosed cab with heat and air conditioning, PAT blade, multi-shank ripper, air ride seat, undercar- riage at 70%, serviced and ready to go. Located in Vic- tor, MT...... $82,900 2013 Volvo MC135C skid steer, new and unused, 9 hours, enclosed cab with heat and air conditioning, hydraulic quick coupler, bucket float, ride control, Brawler solid flex never flat tires, 78” bucket, waste and recycling protection guard package, foot throttle, pattern changer, creep speed 74 hp, 3000 lb. operating load, 6000 lb. tip load. Located in Spearfish, SD...... $51,500 2012 Volvo MC115C 620 hours, enclosed cab with heat and air conditioning, 76” bucket, quick coupler, auxiliary hydraulics, ride control, 2-speed travel, creep speed, good tires, 74 hp, 2600 pound operating load, 5300 pound tipping load limit. Machine is in very good condition, serviced and job site ready. Located in Victor, MT...... $38,500 2-2005 JCB 506C HL 3500 hours, 3-way steering, all wheel drive, Perkins engine, quick coupler, auxiliary hydraulics, frame tilt, foam filled tires, 6000 lb. lift capacity, 36-ft. reach, 24,000 lb. operating weight, very nice machine, serviced and job site ready. Located in Spearfish, SD & Victor, MT...... $29,500 Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page A18 CORN FOR SALE Winter Wheat Variety Performance Irrigated Feed Corn...... $135/ton Summary in Montana Phone (406) 698-9271 or 696-0358, Joliet, Montana CONTINUED FROM PAGE A14

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Grain Protein Table 15 contains information on grain Grain protein is sampled from a composite maturity, chaff color, relative winter survival of all 3 replicated plots at each location. It and straw strength for the hard wheat variet- FOR SALE: TWO is determined as a % by NIR (near infrared ies listed in this publication. GLUE LAM reflectance) on the Infratec whole grain Cereal Quality analyzer. Samples are adjusted to a 12% Milling and baking characteristics for BEAMS moisture basis. varieties are presented in Table 14. They *NEW* Winter Survival are rated for each variety on a 1-5 scale (5 = Percent winter survival is estimated for superior). A quantitative polyphenol oxidase each plot after initial spring green-up at (PPO) has been determined for varieties 75-ft. 5” long locations where significant winter injury oc- since the 2006 mill and bake evaluation. x 48” wide curred. There was no differential winter-kill These varieties are reported in Table 15 as x12” thick at either Sidney or Williston in 2016. low to high. A lower value is associated with Table 12 contains information on % winter better Asian noodle quality. survival and associated yield in winter-kill Disease Reactions environments from 2007 to 2015. The data Disease reactions for hard red wheat Phone: (406) 799-6923 summarizes 8 tests in which significant varieties are listed in Table 15. There is in- winter-kill occurred (test average for winter formation on dwarf smut, stripe rust, stem survival was less than 90%). All sites with rust and leaf rust. winter-kill were in District 6 (Sidney and Statistical Analyses and Interpretation Williston) which is the most severe loca- The data collected at each winter wheat Koenders tion for winter wheat survival of our testing location was analyzed as a three-replication Aeration Systems locations. lattice or randomized complete block design. Wind or Electric Driven Wheat Stem Sawfly Least significant difference at the 0.05 prob- Wheat stem sawfly (WSS) is a persistent ability level (LSD, p = 0.05) and coefficients and economic problem for wheat growers in of variation (CV) were calculated from anal- Montana. Currently, Montana wheat acreage ysis of variance at each location. The LSD infested by WSS is primarily in the north is used to compare the performance of two central (District 5), central (District 4) and specific varieties at a time. If the difference south central (District 3) cropping districts. between two varieties exceeds the LSD this Aerators Host plant resistance in the form of stem is interpreted as a true difference, because a Improve Fish Pond Habitat & Livestock Reservoir Water solidness has been effective in reducing saw- difference between two varieties this large fly losses in both spring and winter wheat. will only occur 5% of the time due to chance. Placed on the high bank the Windmill Koenders Windmill catches more Solid-stemmed winter wheats, ‘Vanguard’, Tables 3 through 11 show 2016 data for wind and is easier to service. ‘Rampart’, and “Genou’ were leading va- hard winter wheat collected at all harvested 3/8” I.D. poly tubing rieties in the past but are now planted on experiment station sites. Where a variety has only minor acreage. Current solid-stemmed been in the test for two, three or four years, varieties include: Judee, (released in 2011, combined analyses of the yield data over Anchor Foot Valve the second leading variety at 18% of planted years are presented. acreage), Warhorse (2013, the third leading Variety selection should be based on yield Koenders Windmills innovated windmill aeration systems over 25 years ago. With over 50,000 windmill aeration variety at 10%) Bearpaw (2011, 4%), and stability at a particular location over a period systems installed in North America, we are the proven WB-Quake (2010, 1%). of years. Selection should also consider test leaders in the windmill aeration market. Table 13 contains information on yield weight, winter-hardiness, heading date, plant Koenders’ commitment to the environment, experience, and and % sawfly cutting at 10 testing locations height, protein and disease resistance. determination to change the way people care for their where sawfly pressure was present during 2016 Test Conditions ponds has grown the business to over 80,000 customers the years 2011-2016. The data is from Havre, Statewide winter wheat yields were pro- in almost every region of the world. Loma (15 miles northeast of Ft. Benton), jected by the Montana Agricultural Statistics Koenders’ Pond Conditioners and Aeration products are an Turner (60 miles east-northeast of Havre), Service at 49 bushels per acre (bu/a), for affordable, effective and sustainable alternative to getting Carter (13 miles west of Ft. Benton), and 2016, tying the record set in 2010. This is an ponds clean without the use of harsh chemicals. Willow Creek (35 miles west-northwest of increase over the 41 bu/a for the 2015 harvest Bozeman). Solidness scores (rated on a 5-25 year. The harvested acreage in 2016 was Kronebusch Electric has been selling scale) are shown for solid and semi-solid 2.15 million acres (total production = 105.4 varieties in Table 15. million bu) compared 2.22 million acres in Koenders Aerators since 1990 Coleoptile Length 2015 (total production = 91.2 million bu). Coleoptile length evaluation is performed Rainfall for the 2015-2016 crop year was Call and request a brochure and price list in Bozeman under controlled (growth generally above average at all locations 406-278-7505 or 1-800-464-5643 chamber) conditions. Twenty-five seeds per tested (Table 14), except Bozeman, Ka- variety were planted in wetted vermiculite. lispell, and Huntley (range = -2.81 inches at After 15 days the coleoptile (sheath covering Kalispell to +6.76 at Havre). Average yearly the emerging shoot that helps penetration temperatures were above long term at all to the soil surface) is measured. This test is locations, ranging from Conrad (+1.2°F) to replicated 3 times for each variety. Results +4.2°F at Williston. from previous years are reported in Table Yields, for the 9 locations harvested aver- http://www.koenderswatersolutions.com/ 15. Long coleoptiles are generally longer aged 80 bu/a {range 52 (Williston) to 108 than 3.5 inches, medium from 2.7-3.5 in, bu/a (Huntley, sub-irrigated)}. Yields of Kronebusch Electric and short are under 2.7 in. Care should be named varieties, across the 9 harvested loca- Ted Kronebusch taken not to plant short coleoptile varieties tions, ranged from a low of 58 bu/a (Jerry) to Phone 1-800-464-5643 or (406) 278-7505 — Conrad, MT too deep. a high of 91 bu/a for SY Monument. Other Agronomic Characters CONTINUED ON PAGE A20 Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page A20 SWATHER AND BALER FOR SALE Winter Wheat Variety Performance John Deere 4890 swather with 30-ft. Honey Bee header & 16-ft. 890 hay header...... $40,000 Summary in Montana CONTINUED FROM PAGE A18 New Holland 664 baler, twine only...... $3500 Phone (406) 590-6396, Choteau, MT

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Kalispell (53.7 lb/bu, rain resistant) is a practical means of control. delayed harvest and stripe rust), Williston The amount of wheat lost each year be- (57.4), and Havre (59.9) were below 60 lb/ cause of dwarf smut is small in relation to bu, while the other 6 locations were above. the state’s total crop, but individual opera- Heading dates were earlier in 2016 than tors may experience severe losses in heavily long term averages at 7 harvested locations infested, localized areas. where comparisons are available. Havre and Williston both at -12 days had the greatest differences, while the least change occurred at Huntley (-4 days). 2002 New Holland 1089 bale wagon, 1197 hours, 8601 miles...... Stripe rust at both Bozeman (average = ...... $95,000 25%, range 2 - 87%) and Kalispell (average = 70%, range 22 – 99%) were a factor in yield reduction for highly susceptible varieties (Avery, Bearpaw, Broadview, Byrd, Cowboy, Decade, Jerry, and WB4059CLP). There was sawfly cutting recorded at Fig. 2. Known areas of dwarf smut (TCK) infestations. the Northern Seeds Carter/Ft. Benton site If you farm in the vicinity of one of the averaging 27%, ranging from 1 (Warhorse) shaded areas in the map (Figure 2.), you to over 60% (Broadview, Byrd, and T158) would be well advised to observe closely of stems cut, across all entries. your winter wheat crop and consider using Protein content averaged 11.1% across seed treatment. all locations (location range = 7.8 – 13.4%) What Recommendation by MAES tested. The range of named varieties across Means all locations was from a low of 10.0% (Av- 2004 New Holland 1095 self-propelled balewagon with new Mil- Classification of winter wheat variet- ery) to a high of 11.8% (Brawl CL Plus). Stak, hauls 15 3x3 or 10 3x4 bales...... $95,000 ies is determined on a yearly basis by the New Holland 1075 diesel...... $35,000 Increased rainfall and higher than average Montana Agricultural Experiment Station 1983 New Holland 1069 rebuilt, gas with 1250 hours, nice...... yields contributed to lower proteins at some ...... $50,000 (MAES) Wheat Variety Release Committee. locations. 3-New Holland 1069 gas...... $40,000 to $47,500 This 16 member committee is composed New Holland 1069 gas, rebuilt, sharp, clean...... CALL Leading winter wheat varieties planted of one wheat breeder, one cereal or forage 2-New Holland 1068 diesel bale wagons...... $35,000-$40,000 for 2016 were Yellowstone (18.8%), Judee New Holland Super 1049 balewagon...... $18,500 quality scientist, one plant pathologist, (18.1%), Warhorse (10.0%), Brawl CL 2012 New Holland 1037 balewagon like new...... $46,000 one entomologist, one weed scientist, one Plus (7.3%), Decade (5.0%), and Bearpaw 2006 New Holland 1037 balewagon, sharp...... $35,000 cropping systems specialist, six Research 6-New Holland 1037 balewagons, rebuilt...... $18,000 to $25,000 (4.4%). Center agronomists, one manager from both New Holland 1033s rebuilt balewagons...... $10,500-$13,000 Dwarf Smut (TCK) New Holland 1032 rebuilt...... $10,500 the Montana Foundation Seed program and Dwarf smut (TCK) can be controlled New Holland 1032 pull type...... $10,500 the Montana Seed Growers Association, New Holland 1052 retriever bed...... CALL with ‘Dividend’ seed treatment (see page 5). one Montana Wheat and Barley Commit- New Holland 1052 retriever bed, 3 wide...... $9500 Dwarf smut or dwarf bunt (Tilletia contro- tee member and one representative of the versa Kuhn) is a fungal disease that occurs Swathers Montana Agricultural Experiment Station in areas where winter wheat is subjected to 2001 Hesston 8450 with 14-ft. header...... $29,500 Advisory Board. 1999 New Holland HW320 with 14HS header, 3800 hours...... $32,500 prolonged snow cover or unfrozen ground. 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• Bearings • Auger & Auger Flighting Pillow Blocks & Flanges, Unmounted All sizes, right & left hand Bearings • NEW • Super Edge Flighting • Electric Motors & Controls CALL FOR DETAILS Single & 3-Phase, Hi-Efficiency • GATES V-Belts & Sheaves • Conveyor Belting & Access. • Sprockets & Gears Farm and Industrial 427 Second Street South TOLL FREE: Great Falls, MT 800-227-2203 406-727-2203 www.gerbersofmontana.com Open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page C48 Say you saw it in the Trader’s Dispatch Winter Wheat Variety Performance EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Summary in Montana Allis-Chalmers HD 11 dozer, good condition, ready to CONTINUED FROM PAGE C38 work...... $9500 Yellowstone – hard red winter wheat The owner may specify that the seed of 53-ft. van trailer with air ride suspension, rear doors and developed by the Montana Agricultural his variety “…be sold or advertised only as side door, set up for storage with shelving, also road Experiment Station and released to seed a class of Certified Seed”. Production and worthy...... $4500 GenSet 660kw with Cat power, low hours...... $12,500 growers in 2005. Yellowstone is a very sale of such seed by variety name, when high yielding winter hardy variety with not certified, constitute a violation of the Call 406-560-0703, S.W. MT medium test weight, maturity, height, and Federal Seed Act. This means of protection grain protein. Yellowstone has excellent may be used extensively for publicly as well baking and good Asian noodle quality. It as privately developed varieties. is moderately resistant to TCK smut and Amendments to the Plant Variety Protec- 2000 Freightliner FL70 resistant to stripe rust, but susceptible to tion Act (PVPA) have passed both houses 24-ft.x102” flatbed, 33K GVW, stem rust. Yellowstone has been the leading of Congress and been signed into law by 225 hp, ISC Cummins, 6 speed Eaton, AC, AR, cruise, 137,000 winter wheat variety planted in Montana the President. These amendments went miles, 75% 11R22.5’s..$13,500 since 2012. PVP, Title V has been issued into effect in 1995. The farmers exemption (Certificate #200600284). has been changed for new varieties. Seed 1993 Ford L8000 Plant Variety Protection for varieties issued a certificate after April 14,000 miles, AC, PS, 250 hp, The Plant Variety Act, signed into law in 4, 1995, may only be purchased from the 8.3 Cummins, Allison AT, 4 1970, offers legal protection to developers owner or his agent. A farmer can only save speed aux, 2 speed, 34K rears of new varieties of plants which reproduce seed of these varieties for use on his own on Hendrickson, 16K front, 19- ft. double steel frame, 2200 sexually – that is, through seeds. The law farm and cannot sell seed of the protected hours, large wet kit...... $16,500 provides for a Plant Variety Protection Of- variety to his neighbor. fice in the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A variety protected under the certification 1986 Kenworth The office receives and processes applica- option does not permit a farmer producing 10 Yard Dump tions and when “novelty” is established, seed to sell or offer for sale or advertise by 400 Cummins, 13 speed, 2 issues a certificate granting protection rights variety name unless it is certified. Sale of speed rears, Hendrickson suspension, Jake, 50% tires and specified by the applicant. such seed by variety name as uncertified brakes, PS, steel frame, 12.5- The owner (or developer) holding a “cer- seed will constitute a violation of the Fed- ft. Columbia dump...... $12,500 tificate of protection” has complete control eral Seed Act. Interstate movement of seed over the variety for 20 years. The law pro- is subject to inspection by Federal Seed vides two types of protection: Control officials. Seed within the state is 1. Without Seed Certification subject to inspection by State Department 1989 Ford F800 The owner of the protected variety may of Agriculture inspectors. 5 Yard Dump exclude others from reproducing the variety, Owners of protected varieties will give 6 cyl. Ford diesel, PS, PB, 5 selling it, offering it for sale, importing or speed & 2 speed, 28K GVW, public notice that their variety is protected good tires...... $6500 exporting it, or use it in the commercial by affixing to the label or container the production of a hybrid or a different variety words: “Unauthorized Propagation Pro- without permission. In this sense, the owner hibited” or the words, “Unauthorized Seed of a protected variety may bring civil dam- Multiplication Prohibited”. Producers must age action against anyone who infringes check the label (tag) or the container for the 1993 Ford F700 5 Yard Dump upon his rights. above wording 190 hp, 5.9 Cummins, 5 speed 2. Certified Seed Option and 2 speed, PS, PB, 28K GVW, 140,000 miles, New 11R22.5’s, double frame, 10-ft. dump bed...... $14,500

1994 GMC Topkick Dump 3116 Cat diesel, 6 speed Ea- ton, AC, PS, PB, 60% 19.5 tires, 15.5-ft. steel grain dump, scissor hoist, hitch, 24L GVW...... $12,500

1994 Ford L8000 Service Truck 250 hp 8.3 Cummins, 7 speed Fuller, AB, PS, 75% 22.5 tires, 12-ft. bed, trailer hookups, nice clean truck...... $10,500

2001 Freightliner FL70 24-ft. flatbed, 26K GVW, 3126 Cat diesel, 6 speed manual, PB, PS, AC, cruise, 70% tires, runs and drives great...$10,500 1979 Swinger 200 Articulated 4x4 Forklift Ford 172 4 cyl. gas, 4000 lb. capacity, 6-ft. lift height, hydro- static drive, 50% tires, 4 ton tandem axle trailer, 6 lug axles, surge brakes, tows nice, good brakes...... $7500

1997 Towmaster T40 20 ton trailer 50%, 17.5 tires, 24-ft.X102” wide, good deck, 50% brakes...... $8500 1990 Trailmax T40-T 20 ton tiltbed trailer 24-ft.x102” deck, 85% 22.5 tires, AB, 42” deck height, LED lights, good deck...... $12,500 406-381-3159 or 777-7057 CONTINUED ON PAGE C52 Trader’s Dispatch, June 2017 — Page C52 Say you saw it in the Trader’s Dispatch Winter Wheat Variety Performance OLD EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES FOR SALE Summary in Montana International 241 tractor. John Deere A CONTINUED FROM PAGE C48 John Deere 60 John Deere 620 with loader. International & John Deere mowers. Old horse mowers and racks. Old pickups, cars and motorhomes. Call 406-214-5120, leave message, Missoula, MT

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