Broadcaster Press 7 May 29, 2018 www.broadcasteronline.com 2018 Eastern South Dakota Grasshopper Forecast BROOKINGS, S.D. - The 2018 cool wet spring may lead to reduced grasshopper populations, compared to 2017 says SDSU Extension entomology team. "During 2017, many of the grasshoppers that we observed were several weeks behind schedule in growth," said Adam J. Varenhorst, Assistant Professor & SDSU Extension Field Crop Entomologist. However, Varenhorst explained that trying to predict insect populations is difficult as many additional factors can contribute to their winter survival and overall spring populations. "Our recommendation is to scout for spring grasshopper populations, as they will be the first indicator of potential problem areas," he said. "Depending on the 2018 growing season, areas with limited rainfall or drought conditions may experience increased grasshopper populations." A look back on 2017 In 2017, researchers at South Dakota State University completed a grasshopper survey of Eastern South Dakota. The last grasshopper survey conducted in Eastern South Dakota was published in 1925. Those involved in this survey included: Erica Anderson, SDSU Graduate Student; Patrick Wagner, SDSU Extension Entomology Field Specialist; Philip Rozeboom, Research Associate; Laura Edwards, SDSU Extension State Climatologist and Amanda Bachmann, SDSU Extension Pesticide Education & Urban Entomology Field Specialist. 2017 was an interesting growing season with areas of South Dakota experiencing severe drought conditions. "In some of these areas, we found that grasshopper populations were causing defoliation injury to already drought-stressed crops," Varenhorst said. He explained that factors that can lead to increased grasshopper populations include long, warm falls, decreased ground cover, and limited spring rainfall. Leading up to 2017, we experienced several warm falls where the first frost date occurred much later than normal. "These conditions allowed grasshoppers to successfully lay eggs for a much longer period of time and were likely part of the reason why we saw increased grasshopper populations in the eastern half of the state," he said. Areas of South Dakota with grasshopper populations that reached or exceeded the threshold of eight or more grasshoppers per square yard included: Hyde, Hand, Beadle, Kingsbury, Spink, Buffalo, Jerauld, Brule, Aurora, Douglas and Hutchinson counties. In addition, there were several other counties that had multiple samples near threshold levels. Place an ad. Make money. It works! Call Today! 624-4429 Sell it Local! Use The Broadcaster Classifieds! 624-4429 It Can Be Done Larry Zimmerman, Secretary South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs When we hear the word “operation,” we think hospital, emergency, illness, surgery, treatment, and procedure. 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MACHINERY VEHICLES – TRUCKS – AUGERS Our Annual Summer Consignment Auction Event will be held at the Wieman Auction Facility located at 44628 SD Highway 44, Marion, SD or from Marion, SD, 1-mile South and ½ mile West on Highway 44 on: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6TH 8:30 A.M. CDT Lunch by the Presbyterian Church Ladies A Large Assortment of Tractors (3 – 4x4’s, 25+ MFD’s, 10+ 2 WD and 70+ Collector Tractors), 3 – Skid Loaders, 25+ Combines, Corn Heads, Bean Heads, Dummy Heads, Head Transports, Grain Carts, Gravity Boxes, Augers/ Conveyors, Planters, Disks, Field Cultivators, Vertical Tillage, Chisels, Rippers, MOCOs, Hay Balers, Hay Rakes, Bale Processors, Feeding Equipment, Forage Equipment, Loaders, Skid Loader Attachments, Trucks, Trailers, Vehicles, Fencing, Miscellaneous and more! FOR FULL AUCTION AD VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WWW.WIEMANAUCTION.COM Auctioneers Note: This is another large and interesting auction of consignments by Area Farmers & Dealers. 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WIEMAN LAND & AUCTION CO., INC (SINCE 1949) 44628 SD HIGHWAY 44, MARION, SD 57043 AUCTION OFFICE: 800-251-3111 or 605-648-3111 MACHINERY OFFICE: 888-296-3536 or 605-648-3536 Email: Info@WiemanAuction.com • Website: WiemanAuction.com EVENINGS: Mike Wieman 605-351-0905; Ryan Wieman 605-366-3369; Kevin Wieman 605-660-1587; Gary Wieman 605-660-0529; Rich Wieman 605-660-0341; Derek Wieman 605-660-2135 AUCTION Sunday, June 3 • 1 p.m. Located west of Elk Point or east of Vermillion on Burbank Road to Burbank, South Dakota. Take Ponderosa Road to Ponderosa Housing Development along Missouri River. 32193 Ponderosa Road • Watch for signs Household Items: New window air conditioner, humidifier, assortment of new and like new electric appliances, wicker stand, small fridge, dehydrator, chandelier, new ceiling lamps, new Christmas deer lighting, bakers rack, telescope on stand, metal detector, hammock, assortment of dishes, pots & pans, two sets of golf clubs – men’s and women’s (new), and turkey cooker. Antiques: Two high up parlor tables & chairs, wood cabinet, end tables, kerosene lamps, brass door knockers, crock bowls, granite coffee pots, trunk, ice tongs, Tonka toys, wash boards, treble frame, tools, scooter and 6 H.P. Johnson boat motor. Lawn & Shop Equipment: Huskee riding mower, two push mowers, small tiller, power edger, shop vac., Craftsman tool box, four chain saws, large assortment of power and hand tools, shop heater, miter saw, garden planter, bicycles and trikes. Many items too numerous to mention. Items are new and like new conditions Terms: cash or check with proper ID day of auction Owner: Ben Hanson Gaswint Auction Service 712-251-9709 Spring Auction 12:00 • June 3, 2018 National Guard Armory (603 Princeton) Vermillion, SD Coins, Guns, Salt and Pepper Collection, Antiques and Household Auctioneer notes: (2 rings) for pictures and more go to Dakotarealty.com Lund Boat: 1992 16 ft. Lund boat and trailer with 40 horse Evinrude motor. Tarp, trolling motor, fishing rod holders and new floor. Guns: Winchester Model 94 1871-1971 NRA Commemorative like NIB, Sturg-Ruger Model New Black Hawk .41 Mag single act. Rev., Win.BB gun, Bayonet, Knife, Remington Model 887 Nitro 12 ga. 26” bbl, Olympic arms 223 w/thirty round clip and bull barrel, 12 ga. double barrel shotgun w/ double hammers, 4-10 bolt action, 12 ga. single shot, 4-10 ga. single shot, Marlin .22 caliber rifle, Winchester Model 37 20 gauge shotgun, Ithaca Model 500 12 gauge shotgun, Remington Model 1100 shotgun, Browning .270 Cal. bolt action rifle, Winchester super X2 Magnum shotgun, Remington 700 Bolt action. Coins: 19 Ike dollars, 70 old nickels, 70 silver quarters 1964 and less, 21 misc. coins, 90 old nickels. Jim Abbott: Specialty bike, antique pure lard tin can, 4 rod iron sitting chairs, sm. children’s desk, assortment of lamps, marble top plant stand, wall hanging mirror, TV tray table, 6 antique chairs, lg. wall hanging mirror, 4 antique wooden table, queen size bed, end tables, antique oak desk, wooden rocking chair, Sharp TV, weight bench, exercise bike, treadmill, 4 drawer filing cabinet, Emerson TV, library book table, lg. pine TV stand, drop leaf table, round table, marble top table, bike racks, antique dresser, regulator clock, old slot machine, many misc. tables, buffet hutch. Peterson: New bathroom rugs/towels, paper napkins, sm. fan, kitchen items, various Christmas items/décor(some vintage), new Mr. Coffee, silverware, 2 pc. leather luggage, various Avon products, new Bissel sweeper, new raise toilet seat, antique water glasses, bed sheets/pillow cases, vintage salad bowl/glassware, air purifier, humidifier, sm. Bissel vacuum cleaner, DVD’s, CD’s, books/cookbooks, like new microwave cabinet, kitchen cabinet on wheels, dishes, vintage Carnaval glassware, cast iron pots/pans, griddle, paper shredder, china, microwave, futon (green/blue), cat lovers items, wood file cabinet, boxed collectables, antique dining room table w/3 leaves, table cloths, new ladies clothes, colander, Pyrex dishes, steel shelving, lg. wood closet w/double doors, vintage table lamp, nice new Lazy Boy hid-a-bed, Precious Moments collectables, antique Picture Perfect camera/Christmas collectables, steel TV stand, classic stereo w/tuner, turntable and 8 track player. Marlon & Mary Jo Smith: End tables, brown recliner, lamps, 3-desks safe, hide-a-bed, filing cabinets, office chair, treadmill, TV stand, sitting chair, VCR, misc. household goods/knick knacks, Murry 42” riding mower w/bagger, Keys 5 H.P. power rake, Troy Bilt 8 H.P. tiller 22 in., Stihl SF 45 weed eater, yard & garden tools, Camo 12 place setting silverware set, rose point pattern. Guest: King size bed w/matching dresser and nightstand (great shape). Guest: Maytag washer/dryer, Werner ladder, Craftsman 24” snow blower w/electric start, patio table w/six chairs, brand new Brinkman gas grill. Jeannie Roberts: NordicTrack treadmill, hide-a-bed couch, Terry Redlin prints, curio cabinet, oak end tables, sofa table all match, Lazy Boy recliner, round kitchen table w/4 chairs, leaf, Richard Petty collection of pictures, lighted curio center, TV stand, lamps, bathroom cupboard, couch w/matching love seat, maroon Lazy Boy rocker recliner, oil paintings from Germany(4 seasons), dining room set w/4 chairs and hutch, 4 drawer dresser, 5 oak chairs, 3-grandmother clocks, single bed, kitchen table w/4 chairs, lg. assortment of pictures, patio set, china set, dishes. Guest: Metal toy’s, horse brass lamp, old watches, figurines, jewelry, old books, tea sets, cabbage doll and fishing rods. John Gille: 400-500 salt and pepper shakers. Collected from 1956-1978 from across the US, books describing collectible salt and pepper shakers, very unique and olds ones. Guest: Antique pictures, 5 upholstered chairs, 2 TV stands, 2 area rugs, antique floor sweeper, project drawers and doors, velvet horse picture, computer desk, vacuum, McDonald’s displays, 1920’s magazines, mirror, office chairs. Over 85 years of accumulation in boxes. Guest: Antique farm tools, tasers, farm tools, Budweiser steins, toys, small household stuff. Madsen Auction Service Gary Madsen 605-638-0643 Hazen Bye 605-670-0422 and Jim Brady 605-670-9638