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Page 12• April 10, 2013 • The Faith Independent Walt Bones to retire as Secretary of Agriculture South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture Walt Bones has announced plans to retire from his position, effective April 29. Bones, a Parker native, has headed the Ag Department since January 2011. “It has truly been an honor to serve as Secretary of Agriculture,” Bones said. “I’ve served with a group of dedicated public servants – from the Governor, who really understands the role of agriculture, to his staff and Cabinet members, our Legislature, and especially Department of Agriculture employees, everyone has worked hard to promote and protect the best interests of our industry.” “I would like to thank all our farmers, ranchers and industry leaders who work every day to ensure the sustainability and viability of South Dakota Agriculture,” Bones said. “My number one takeaway from my time in public service is the amazing things we can accomplish when we all work together.” Governor Daugaard praised Secretary Bones for his service. “Walt Bones is a great leader in the ag community, and I have appreciated his hard work for South Dakota’s No. 1 industry,” the Governor said. “I thank him for his service to South Dakota and wish him well.” Bones is a partner in a family farming operation near Parker, and upon his retirement he will return to his farm. Place a Classified Ad... The Faith Independent 967-2160/email: faithind@faithsd.com Milk fever in beef cows Minerals are critical to the health and performance of grazing livestock. Deficiencies and excesses of minerals in an animal's diet can cause weight loss, decreased reproductive performance, and a variety of nutritional disorders, says Kalyn Waters, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist. She points to milk fever as a metabolic issue that can occur as a result of mineral imbalances this time of year. "It is important to understand various factors that contribute to the potential for these disorders and also to understand associated symptoms and treatments to minimize losses," Waters said. Milk Fever (Parturient Paresis) Milk fever is generally associated with high-producing dairy cattle; however, it can also occur in beef cattle Waters explains. "Milk fever is a result of hypocalcaemia (low calcium). Most forage contains enough calcium to meet the minimal requirements of livestock, which is around 40 grams per day. However, a dramatic increase in calcium requirements occurs with the onset of lactation in the dam, and requirements are typically unable to be met simply by increasing Calcium intake," she said. Colostrum which contains 2.0 to 2.3grams per liter of calcium is partly to blame explains Waters. "Colostrum drains reserves in the cow's blood stream; which explains why milk fever is typically seen in mature cows as they have a much greater rate of colostrum production." Hypocalcaemia results in a decrease in smooth muscle function, decreasing rumen and gastrointestinal tract function and ultimately resulting in a decrease in dry matter intake. In addition, decreases in uterine motility and immunity raise the risk of uterine infections and decreased fertility. Normal levels of calcium in the blood will be between 8.5 and 11 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL); however, levels drop dramatically in a cow experiencing milk fever, resulting in clinical symptoms which can include; lack of muscle coordination and twitching; dry muzzle, depression, altered rectal temperature, and laying down but still up right; and in the most severe stage - bloat, laying out flat, weak pulse, flaccid muscles, risk of death. This decrease of calcium in the blood supply directly impacts the animal's ability to regulate muscle contractions and relaxation, which is the most identifiable clinical signs of milk fever. Waters says that cattle must be able to increase absorption of calcium in the small intestine and mobilize stored calcium from bones to effectively meet increased requirements of lactation. "Mobilization of bone calcium is regulated by parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is produced by glands in the neck. When blood calcium levels drop, PTH is activated. As this occurs, a secondary hormone derived from vitamin D in the kidney stimulates the intestine to increase absorption of dietary calcium. If calcium intake from the diet was sufficient prior to calving, mechanisms for stimulating calcium mobilization may not be stimulated," she said. Because of this, Waters recommends that cattle producers reduce calcium intake late in gestation to prime those systems and increase their functionality prior to the onset of lactation. She Ravellette Publications, Inc. Letters Policy Ravellette Publications is happy to receive letters concerning comments on any news story or personal feeling on any subject. We do reserve the right to edit any offensive material and also to edit to fill the allotted space. We also reserve the right to reject any or all letters. 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Blood pH Another factor that can affect the ability of cows to mobilize calcium reserves from bone is pH level of the blood. "Calcium acts as a base in the blood, thus higher levels of calcium will result in more alkaline blood pH. If pH of cattle is too alkaline, hormones that stimulate PTH do not act efficiently on bone or kidney tissues and cattle are unable to mobilize calcium reserves," Waters said. Waters says adequate levels of magnesium are also important in the function of these hormones. If magnesium is deficient, supplying magnesium chloride, magnesium sulfate, or magnesium oxide in the diet at a level of up to 0.4 percent can help acidify the blood. Excessive potassium in the diet is one of the major factors affecting blood pH and potentially contributing to milk fever. Some types of forage may have excessively high amounts of potassium due to fertilization strategies and accumulation of potassium in plant tissues. Waters says that high levels of potassium may be observed in lush green grasses and alfalfa, while corn silage, straw and small grain forages tend to contain lower levels. If forages are suspect in milk fever cases, potassium concentration should be determined by standard "wet chemistry" lab analysis. To learn more about this analysis visit http://igrow.org/up/resources/02- 1002-2012.pdf. Rations with less than 2 percent potassium are recommended to prevent milk fever. "Although mineral requirements are considered to be small in relation to other nutrients, they serve numerous important functions in animal health and immune response," Waters said. "Milk fever is an example of how complex mineral interactions and imbalances can cause metabolic issues, particularly in lactating animals with increased requirements." In cases of milk fever, Waters says early detection is key to successful treatment. Waters encourages producers to observe cattle closely to minimize losses, and producers should maintain close contact with their veterinarian for the best prevention and treatment strategies. For more information visit iGrow.org or contact Waters at the SDSU Extension Regional Center in Winner, 605-842-1267 or kalyn.waters@sdstate.edu; or contact SDSU Extension Research Associate, Janna Kincheloe at the West River Ag. Center, 605-394-2236 or janna.kincheloe@sdstate.edu; or contact any SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist and Beef Extension Specialist. SDSU Extension staff contact information can be found at iGrow.org.
April 10, 2013 • The Faith Independent • Page 13 USDA/Farm Service Agency News The Dewey, Meade & Ziebach County FSA offices would like to keep you informed of the following items important to USDA programs. If you have any questions please contact the Dewey County office at 865-3522 ext 2, Meade County at 347-4952 ext 2, or Ziebach County at 365-5179 ext 2. IMPORTANT DATES TO RE- MEMBER: MAY 20 – CRP sign-up begins JUNE 3 – Last day to sign up for ACRE JUNE 14 – CRP Sign-Up ends AUGUST 2 – Last day to sign up for DCP March 2013 INTEREST RATES Interest Rate for Commodity and marketing assistance loans is 1. 125% Interest Rate for Farm Storage Facility Loans is 1. 375 7YEAR Interest Rate for Farm Storage Facility Loans is 2.000 10 YEAR Interest Rate for Farm Storage Facility Loans is 2.250 12YEAR FLP Farm Operating Loan Interest is 1.375% FLP Farm Ownership Loan Interest is 3.500% NAP PRODUCTION REPORT- ING Work Zones: National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19 “Roadway Work Zone Safety: We’re All In This Together.” National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19, and motorists are reminded to drive safely not only for the sake of South Dakota highway workers but also for drivers themselves and their passengers. “The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) wants to get the message out to the public that nearly 85 percent of those killed in work zones are drivers and their passengers,” said Darin Bergquist, SDDOT secretary. “The goal of National Work Zone Awareness Week 2013 is to remind drivers that work zone crashes are preventable and by working together we can save lives.” In 2010, work zone crashes killed 576 people and injured an estimated 37,000 nationally. Many of those accidents could have been avoided by practicing proper safety and awareness measures. “People don’t realize how dangerous road construction areas can be and how quickly something can go wrong,” Bergquist added. “In many cases, orange cones and barrels are the only buffers separating highway workers from traffic. We want motorists who are tempted to speed through work zones to think about the workers, themselves Production records for individual crops need to be filed with our office to establish an approved NAP yield. If this is the first year you participated in NAP, you can provide production and acreage information from prior years to establish your yield. If you participated in NAP in previous years, you must report your production and acreage on a yearly basis to keep your yield up-to-date. Records submitted must be reliable and verifiable. Records need to show crop disposition. It is recommended producers submit 2012 production records as soon as possible after harvest. All production records must be submitted by the subsequent crop year’s final acreage reporting date (July 15, 2013). USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (866) 632- 9992 or (toll-free Customer Service), (800) 877-8339 (local or Federal relay), (866) 377-8642 (/relay voice users). Work Zones: National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15-19 and their passengers so everyone will arrive home safely.” The South Dakota Department of Transportation encourages motorists to practice the following safety tips when traveling through work zones: •Don’t Speed – Reduce speed before entering a work zone. If other motorists are speeding, don’t follow the bad example. Remember, fines are double in work zones. •Stay Alert – Dedicate full attention to the road. Remember, somebody’s loved one is working in that area. •Pay Attention – Avoid distracting activities like adjusting the radio and talking or texting on a cell phone. •Expect the Unexpected – Watch out not only for road workers in the area, but also for construction equipment. •Be Prepared to Stop – Signs and work-zone flaggers save lives. •Don’t Tailgate – Maintain adequate and safe distances from workers and other vehicles. •Be Patient – Remember, road crews are working to improve your future ride. To obtain the most recent road construction information in South Dakota, please visit http://www.safetravelusa.com/sd or dial 511. To view the department’s “Give ‘em A Break” TV spot, visit www.sddot.com Faith Livestock Commission Co. A nice sale here for Monday April 8, with a higher market on all classes of cattle with a nice crowd of buyers on the seats. A couple of cancellations for our sale, but had over 90% of the cattle for the sale. Thank you for your business. REPRESENTATIVE SALES Dennis Welter 69.........................Hereford steers 609 ...........$160.50 23.........................Hereford steers 532 .............$170.00 39........................Hereford heifers 565 .............$142.75 Davis Ranch 37.........................Hereford steers 588 .............$162.00 18.........................Hereford steers 459 .............$176.00 27........................Hereford heifers 596 .............$135.75 Keith Carmichael 35.........................Hereford steers 675 .............$144.50 Evitt Ranch 28.............................Angus steers 677 .............$146.25 13.............................Angus steers 556 .............$167.00 33......................Angus heifers BV 584 .............$140.00 (605) 967-2200 Larry Schuelke 35 .....................Red Angus steers 498 .............$174.00 31 .....................Red Angus steers 394 .............$186.00 45 ....................Red Angus heifers 455 .............$159.75 11 ..................Black Angus heifers 456 .............$163.50 Chuck Spangler 28.............................Angus steers 580 .............$166.00 12.............................Angus steers 750 .............$138.75 35............................Angus heifers 468 .............$162.00 Richard Woll 25 .......................blk & bldy steers 749 .............$140.00 20 ......................blk & bldy heifers 695 .............$131.00 Henderson Ranch 49......................Char & red steers 727 .............$140.25 14......................Char & red steers 649 .............$149.50 Earl Ehlers 39.................blk & bldy heifers BV 781 .............$125.00 Flintrock Ranch 73.........................blk & red steers 576 .............$161.25 17 ............................Char x steers 739 .............$139.00 74 ...........................Char x heifers 697 .............$133.75 NEXT SALE: MONDAY, APRIL 15TH Special Replacement Heifer, Grass Cattle & Sheep Sale Sale Time: 11 AM Especting 500-600 calves and 300-400 sheep Lone Tree Ranch Bull Sale at 1:00 pm offering 25 yearling bulls Consignments: L Johnson – 150 Angus heifers HR BV 750-800# consignment – 50 Red Angus heifers HR BV 700# pending – 100 blk & bldy heifers 800# pending – 50 1st x & Hereford heifers HR BV 750# pending – 80 1st x & Hereford steers HR 7-800# Vrooman – 20 wf ewes 3-5's w/lambs More replacement heifers, feeder & grass cattle expected by sale time NEXT SALE: Friday, April 19: Pine Creek Angus Bull Sale at 1:00 pm Upcoming Sales: Monday, April 22: Stomprud Angus Bull Sale Monday, April 29: Sunrise Angus Ranch Bull Sale Monday, May 6: Wilken Ranch Angus Bull Sale We appreciate your business. Give us a call at 605-967-2200 or www.faithlivestock.com if you have livestock to sell. We would be glad to visit with you. Gary Vance – (605) 967-2162 OR Scott Vance – (605) 739-5501 OR CELL: 484-7127 OR Max Loughlin – (605) 244-5990 OR 1-605-645-2583 (cell) OR Glen King 1-605-390-3264 (cell)
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