Fueling the Cure Update
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Together, our cooperatives have raised over $12,000 for the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research.
GOAL: $30,000 before Oct. 1, 2010
Southwest Landmark
2,614 stops $2,722.50 donations
United Landmark
1,912 stops
$319 donations
Heritage Cooperative
2,545 stops
$1,963.71 donations
Total through November:
$12,076.21
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| Events |
Jan. 12 - 1-3 p.m. Informational
Meeting, Best Western, Mt. Orab
Jan. 12 - 7-9 p.m. Informational Meeting, Roberts Center, Wilmington
Jan. 13 - 10 a.m.
Hustead Fire Dept., S.R. 68 near Springfield
Jan. 14 - Ballots Sent
Feb. 4 - Ballots due
Feb. 9 - Results announced to members
Feb. 10 - Results announced to public
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Ag-Link Direct Applications
Available Jan. 4, 2010
2010 Applications Due March 12
The Ohio Treasurer of State has announced Agriculture Linked Deposit Applications will be available January 4, 2010. This is an annual program that provides an interest rate reduction on operating loans and lines of credit to Ohio's farming community and can help you finance input costs for supplies such as feed, seed, fertilizer and fuel. The Ohio Treasury places deposits with Ohio banks at below market rates when the bank agrees to reduce the interest rate on the farmer's loan. By law, $125 million is allocated for Ag-Link annually.
In order to qualify for the Agricultural Linked Deposit program, a farmer must meet the following guidelines:
- The farm must be headquartered in Ohio;
- Must maintain 51% of all land and/or operating facilities in Ohio;
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Must be organized for profit;
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Must complete the required application;
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Must apply through an eligible lender by the specified deadline.
For more information, go to: http://www.ohiotreasurer.org/App_Docs/2010%20AGform1-Application.pdf
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Late Harvest Impacts Corn Quality
Courtesy Croplan Answer Plot Advisor, November 2009
 Articles about disease, mold and ear
rot don't find their way to publication in an ideal harvest season, but 2009
has been far from ideal. With some areas seeing above average precipitation and
record low-temperature averages in October, high moisture levels have been the
big story. Most soybean acres have been harvested, but there's still corn in
fields throughout the Northern and Midwestern United States.
The high moisture conditions have led
to increased damage levels in harvested grain this fall, which makes grain
grading a challenge, especially in the rush to harvest. Researchers from Iowa
State University Extension issued a release* earlier this month reporting that
elevator operators have seen cases where visible mold damage was 5 percent and
higher. In an average year, mold damage levels are typically less than 2
percent in freshly harvested corn. Damaged corn reduces the storability and
shelf life of the grain, says Winfield Solutions Regional Product Manager Eric
Bartels.
Go to www.southwestlandmark.com for the complete article.
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Home for the Holidays
Outdoor Tips to Make Your Holiday Season Brighter
 The weather outside might be frightful, but with Southwest Landmark, you can make your holiday season more delightful by purchasing products to melt the ice and to keep the snow at bay at our Farm Stores. Each year, thousands of our customers rely on us for all of their winter needs. We've provided some helpful tips to ensure that your home is in great shape not only for the holidays, but for winter too.
Snow and Ice Removal Tips
- Check the weather. If you know a snowstorm is coming, you can be better prepared. Have your snow removal tools like shovels, melting agents and snow blower in a convenient area for immediate use. Get to the store before the storm. Check out www.weather.com for the latest conditions in your area.
- Dress appropriately. When you are going to be outside, you must dress for the conditions. Wear multiple layers, keep your head covered and wear durable footwear that will keep you dry.
- Don't over work yourself. Snow can fall fast. Focus on removing snow from the important areas of your house like the main entrance and the driveway. If shoveling, push the snow and only remove it in sections. If you over work yourself in severe temperatures, you put yourself at risk for a heart attack or a stroke.
- Watch out for ice. Ice can hide under layers of snow. Be sure to spread melting agents in high-traffic areas around your home including porches and sidewalks. Also, when driving, remember black ice can hide in spots on roads and can cause car accidents.
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Sweeten Your Holidays
Simplify Your Holiday Entertaining with an Easy Snack
The holidays can be a busy time for everyone. Land O' Lakes has some quick, delicious recipes that will please whatever type of crowd you're expecting and will let you enjoy the party too.
Sweet 'n Salty Snack Mix
Prep time:
15 min
Baking time:
15 min Yield: 10 cups
- 4 cups regular-flavor cone-shaped baked corn snacks
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4 cups bite-sized square crispy wheat cereal
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1 cup small salted pretzel twists
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1 cup pecan halves
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3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
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1/2 cup LAND O LAKES® Butter
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3 tablespoons light corn syrup
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 (14-ounce) bag holiday-colored candy-coated chocolate pieces
1) Heat oven to 375°F.
Spray large roasting pan with no-stick cooking spray. Combine corn
snacks, cereal, pretzels and pecans in prepared pan; set aside.
2) Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in 2-quart heavy
saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture
comes to a full boil (4 to 6 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in
vanilla and baking soda. Pour syrup mixture over cereal mixture in pan;
toss to coat.
3) Bake 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, or until coating is set. Remove from oven; stir.
4) Spread mixture onto waxed paper. Cool 5 minutes; stir in chocolate
pieces. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store in container with
tight-fitting lid for up to 1 week.
For additional recipes, check out www.landolakes.com
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