A42-Lancaster Farming, Saturday, June 14, 2003 CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE NEXT GENERATION Noted farm adviser Don Jo novic, Ph.D., talked about bal ancing the conflicting needs of on- and off-farm heirs in a recent column. In his discussion, a 57-year old farmer was consid ering how to be fair to his two children when one or both may want to take over the operation. What hit home for me was his answer, that this farmer’s “true legacy was not a farm but an op portunity, a platform from which succeeding generation can build Lancaster No-Till Field Days Set PEACH BOTTOM (Lancaster Co.) No-Till Farmer Field Days are sched uled June 27 at the John B. and A.K. Stoltzfus Farm, 216 Peach Bottom Road, Peach Bottom, and on July 8 at the David F. and Gideon Stoltzfus Farm, 461 Whitehorse Road, Gap. Activities will start at 9 a.m. and con tinue through lunch. A simple lunch will be provided. These field days, sponsored by local agricultural industries and organized by Penn State Cooperative Extension, are for farmers using 3-row and 6-row com planters. This is the third year for the 3-row to 6-row no-till com and crop field days on the Gap and Peach Bottom farms. Greg Roth, associate professor of agron omy and extension grain crops special ist, and Sjoerd Duiker, assistant profes sor of soil management and applied soil physics, will bring their experience and expertise from Penn State. Grant Troop, certified professional agronomist and staff agronomist of Little Britain Agri-Supply, Inc. in Quarryville, will provide local perspectives from his work as an active crop adviser in the county. “Successful no-till depends on under standing your soil conditions, then not doing the things that will set you up for failure,’' said Troop. “In Gap we have a deep limestone soil. In Peach Bottom it’s a well-drained cherty type soil. We need to match our practices to soil con ditions.” Troop will discuss how coulter selec tion and planter setup affects successful crop establishment. During the field ddy, farmers will have a chance to see the results of various planter set-ups on the corn in the field. “Setting up good conditions for no till requires planning,” said Roth. “Cre ate the best window for starting into no till, such as following soybean or small grain with no-till com. Avoid difficult Lancaster Farming 4th of July V DEADLINES Deadline Auction Section Friday, June 27th f 4 pm ' 7 * ", '^\7A ‘<‘i H'^\ New Farmers, New Generation M axiom Bowlan Pennsylvania Farm Link their future.” Pennsylvania Farm Link was founded on just that idea or mission, “creating farm ing opportunities for the next generation.” To me, and I hope other farm ers, creating opportunities means many things. It can mean the op portunity for beginners to: • Gain on-farm experience in a way that will be productive and profitable. • Gradually take over the busi ness one step at a time, without biting off more than you can chew. • Grow in their career by ad- practices, such as trying to kill an or chardgrass stand in the spring. It can be done but it’s a lot easier to no-till into an old sod that was killed in the fall. You’ve got to understand your soil con ditions and be ready to go when conditions are right.” “Mulch on the surface of the soil is a key to successful no till,” said Duiker. “Cover crops may be needed to obtain a good mulch cover. Not only does no till dramatically reduce soil ero sion but it increases the buildup of organic matter as well as earthworm and nightcrawler activity. That increases infiltra tion and water holding capacity during drought.” Farmers attending the field day will earn pesticide educa tion credits toward the applica tor licenses with the state. Bob Anderson, Lancaster County extension agent, will be on hand to answer questions about personal protective equipment and other core-related topics. Penn State encourages per sons with disabilities to partici- Greencastle Livestock Greencastle, Pa. Report Supplied By PDA June 9,2003 SALE NOT REPORTED JUNE 9, 2003. Greencastle Hay Greencastle, Pa. Report Supplied By Auction Thursday, June 12,2003 HAY; 19 loads. STRAW: 1 load. TOTAL: 20. ALFALFA; 90.00-97.50, Id., 35.00. MIX HAY: 75.00-152.50, few 40.00-70.00. vancing from working on the farm to leasing equipment, build ings, and land. • Stretch out equipment and land purchases so that the next generation is not overburdened with debt. For farmers considering retire ment it can mean the opportunity to: • Slow down and gradually phase out of one’s life work. • Retire and enjoy life’s plea- sures. • Pass on a legacy and to cre ate wealth and success for the next generation. For both generations it can mean the opportunity to work to gether to build harmony on the farm and in the family. I believe opportunities are missed when: • The chance to gain hands-on experience is undervalued or overlooked. • The older generation abrupt ly turns over the farm with little guidance or direction. • The new owners are in a po sition where it’s all or nothing that is, they have to buy every thing at once. • Only some members of the pate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of ac commodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Mark Goodson, (717) 840-7408, in advance of your participation or visit. PUBLIC Jr- AUCTION SPORTSCARDS & MEMORABILIA WED., JUNE 18, 2003 At 5:00 P.M. Preview at 3:00 P.M. Located at The Farm & Home Center 1383 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster, Pa (Behind Wee-Bee Audio on Rte. 72) Featuring 300+ LOTS!!! Baseball Cards From Tobacco Era To Present Singles & Sets, Unopened and Autographs Please see our web site for list and additional info Boltz Auction Company (717)392-4257 www.boltzauctions.com AY000270 PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION SAT., JULY 12,2003 TIME - 9AM Located in Huntington Co., Mt. Foot Spur Rd, Blairs Mills. From Franklin or Juniata Co. take Rt. 75 east or west to turn off to Blairs Mills. Go 6/10 mi on Blairs Mills Rd to Mt. Foot Rd. Turn left & go 2/10 mi to Mt. Foot Spur Rd & proceed 2/10 mi to auction on left. On day of auction, directional signs will be posted from Rt. 75 to auction site. REAL ESTATE (12 noon) Located on a small lot is a 2 1/2 story 3 BR framed house w/full bath, Ig liv rm, tv rm, eat-in kitchen, pantry, partial cemented basement, open stairway leading to a Ig fit porch, oil/hotwater heat. Out buildings incl an early framed 2-story bam (18’ x 30”) & Smoke house. This property offers rural living in a very quiet area. Good fish ing & hunting nearby! Would make a wonderful summer get-a-way. Open house dates - Sun., June 22 & 29, l-4pm. Other times by appoint ment. Call 349-2482 or 734-3048. Terms - 10% down the day of the auction, the balance due at settlement. See www.fahnestocksauction.com for photos. Special note - Tmck & car, guns & personal property sold same day beginning at 9am. The Oschell J. Scott Estate Leona Coons & Ginger Best, Executors Fahnestock’s Auction Svc AU-2553-L 582-8565 FAHNESjOCK’S family are included in the deci sion-making process. • The beginner is strapped with very high debt and insuffi cient family time. • The beginner doesn’t recog nize the value of the older generation’s contributions. • The beginner doesn’t appre ciate the issues involved in plan ning for a secure retirement. Perhaps the most common and damaging missed opportunity is when no one talks about what will happen to the farm. If we think of our farms as business opportunities and not just real estate, we may be ready to sit down with our families and start the planning process. Every business person needs the chance to grow and learn about their line of work and their particular niche, Career ad vancement oc curs gradually from worker to supervisor to chief executive officer. It should happen that way in farming, too. Build ing futures together will expand real opportunities and maintain family harmony. We need our brightest and best in farming, armed with good opportunities, to become the next generation of farmers. To learn more about farm entry or farm transfer, contact Pennsylvania Farm Link at (717) 664-7077 or e-mail us at pafartn link.net. Or, consider our upcom ing workshops: Selling Produce through a CSA, June 25, 2003; Value-Added Marketing on Sept 13, 2003; or Passing on the Farm Workshops this year on Novem ber 18, November 20, or Decem ber 16, or January 20,2004. PUBLIC WMt&s auction Uc " onL> ANTIQUES, GUNS, SWORDS PRIMITIVES, TEXTILES FLUE COVERS, RUGS (List to Follow) THURS., JUNE 26,2003 1:00 P.M. Located at Shaffner Auction Gallery, 977 West Main Street, (Route #230) Mount Joy, PA 3 miles from either Rheems or Manheim/Mount Joy exits of Route #283 midway between Lancaster & Harrisburg PA Preview 11:00 AM, 10% Buyers Premium, Visa/MC- Good Food Can we work for you? At our location or yours? Receiving hours at the Gallery are Wed 2 PM-7 PM & Sat 9 AM-Noon or call for a free confidential appointment to discuss how to get the most for your collection. Upcoming - See www.shaffnerauction.cqm for auction calendar & details. " Shaffner Auction Co. 717-492-0004 Mark Diffenderfer AU-2897-L Marty Fleck 717-413-6238 “We treat your property as if it were our own” www.shaffiiefauction.com PUBLIC AUCTION g,i— ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD GOODS SAT., JUNE 21,2003 AT 9:00 AM Located at 119 Cindalyn Dr., New Holland (Dir. Rte 23 in New Holland, turn on Brimmer, approx 3 mi. turn R on Cindalyn) Furniture: Entertainment center; End tables; Contemporary folk art painted blanket chests; Brass king bed; Bookcases; Desk & chairs; Plant stands; Victorian style side chairs; Leather top drum table; Mahogany occasional tables; Curio cabinet; 4 pc. Broyhill set; Uphl. sectional sofa; Oak dresser; Antique oak sideboard; Oak circular table & chairs; Oak side by side; File cab.; Patio furniture; Maple dresser. Electronics & Appliances: Mitsubishi & Toshiba televisions; Sony stereo; Dehumidifier; Hotpoint refrigerator; Pinball machine. Glass & China: Good collection of pink, blue, and green Depression glass; Misc. blown; Ruby & Ruby Flashed; Diamond Quilted; Depression canister set; Milk glass; Bowl; Ironstone; H.P. Nippon hatpin holder; Copper luster teapot & creamer, Lefton rose; German decorated china; Parksburg glass lamps. Antique & Collectible: 1800’s ink well set; Old pay phone; Streetlight; Barware; Early eye glass es; C/I mechanical bank (repro); Marvel comics; Sports cards; Longaberger basket; Sterling shak ers; Wallace sterling porringer; Cat’s Meow dec orative; Mr. Peanuts jar (no lid); Lead glass win dow; Washbowl set; Stoneware jugs; Ant. photo album; Hamilton case clock. Misc.: Treadmill; Ping-pong table; Kitchenware; Bikes; Tools; Pictures & frames; Joann Hensel - Star Bam print; Myrtle Tremblay print; Books; Silver plate serving pieces. Sale for Dr. & Mrs. Ira Wolfe Please see our web site for more details! Boltz Auction Company (717) 392-4257 www.boltzauctions.com AY000270
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