Understanding ASCS Compliance and Aerial Photography Roles
The ASCS explains compliance determinations tied to program provisions, including loan and cost share eligibility. It details certification methods used since 1964, random on‑farm checks, and the use of aerial photography first used in 1936, with Cheyenne County highlighted among flown years and contact details for obtaining images. It also covers Nebraska centennial film Nebraska Land of Grass, soil and water conservation education materials, and notes a 1947–1965 drop in labor hours needed to buy a market basket of farm food.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
ASCS
Cheyenne County
Nebraska
Cheyenne
Alcs County
U. S
4 H beef judging and travel memories from Lodgepole
4 H beef judging showcased Lodgepole contestants at the Denver Show with well groomed, well presented cattle though no ribbons. Notable animals included Dan Kastens Hereford over 1200 pounds and Jim Quinn Angus near ribbons, with Sandy Houser Hereford praised. Plans for 4-H Beef Weigh Day and Wheat Workshop announced alongside club and county leaders events and a Massachusetts trip fundraiser organized by Sidney youth.
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Denver
Lodgepole
Dan Kastens
Jim Quinn
Angus
Sandy Houser
Art McMillen
Cheyenne County
McMillen Ranch
Fairgrounds
Cheyenne
Sidney
T-Bone
Massachusetts
Steve Linton
Dalton
Machinery Cost Is 20 Percent Annually
The cost of owning machinery averages about 20 percent of the purchase value yearly. Depreciation about 10 percent, interest at 3 percent, taxes, insurance, and housing 3 percent, and repairs around 4 percent. A $10,000 machine costs about $2,000 annually, or $5 per acre for 400 acres. operating costs like labor and fuel are not included. Consider hiring a custom operator if justification is weak. avoid over‑equipment and frequent trades. align size with operation.
Weed Control Authority urges winter preparation for noxious weeds
The Weed Control Authority explains winter risks from weed seed spread and urges careful handling of straw hay and feed grains. It notes regular board meetings, education sessions on new chemicals, and plans for an upcoming meeting to help residents identify weeds and plan spraying. Residents are asked to help locate neglected weed patches and contact the Weed Control Office at 254-3459 or Box 446 Sidney.
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Weed Control Authority
Sidney
Cattlemen Get Pasturing Advice
University of Nebraska range specialist Dr. John Vallentine tells Range Cattlemen’s Poundup that cows with calves need more protein energy and phosphorus and vitamin A than during pregnancy. Cool-season pastures can provide green forage earlier than native ranges, with April 10 cited as feasible, while native Nebraska ranges often lack new forage until May 15 or after June 1 for warm-season grasses. Plans at North Platte Experiment Station aim to study cool-season pastures benefits for cow herds.
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University of Nebraska
John Vallentine
Nebraska
North Platte
Vallentine
Sheep Meetings Scheduled Soon in Nebraska
Dr. Ted Doane announces a series of nineteen sheep and wool meetings for Nebraska growers. The events run February 6 through February 25, covering topics such as control of sheep parasites, wool marketing cooperatives, recent lamb research, ewe care and lambing, wool care and handling, and industry challenges. Western Nebraska sessions are at North Platte February 6, Grant February 7, Hemingford February 8, and Bridgeport February 9.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
Ted Doane
University of Nebraska
North Platte
Grant
Hemingford
Bridgeport
Keep Those Bills IRS May Be Back
Do not discard old farm bills as the IRS may assess years later if a return is not in order. Retain ordinary receipts and expenditures for at least five years. Assessments are usually within three years, but omit gross income by 25 percent or more may extend to six years. Save land purchases and capital asset records for as long as you own them.
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Internal Revenue Service
Also Mentioned on This Page
By Lawrence Thompson
Land of
Soil and Water Conservation
Plains
State Association of Soil Conservation Districts
State Soil and Water Conservation Commission
U.S
Sidaicy Telegraph
Roger E. Plantz
Chas Fenster
John Weshing
Lloyd Anderson
Cheyenne County Fairgrounds
Carl Kurz
Corwin Mead
Telegraph
Archie A
Greenwood
Jim Hansen
Chevron Oil Co
Box
Casper
Wyo
Ial Aman
Ralph Cerleton, Mane
Hamber Ce
Sidney, Nebraska
Sidney Implement, Inc
John Deere
East
Illinois
Nebr
Dale Katen
Travel
Busboom’s
Gromor
Busboom
Basboom
Farmers Feed & Seed
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