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Extension Views Newsletter

January-February 2017

This newsletter is mailed to approximately 1,400 farmers and agriculture businesses in Central Wisconsin at a cost of .70 per newsletter. County budgets are tight and each department has been asked to reduce expenses. If you would like to view the Extension Views newsletter on-line versus receiving a paper

copy please contact the UW-Extension Office at 715-743-5121 / [email protected]. You can view the newsletter on our webpage at: http://clark.uwex.edu/agriculture/agriculture-newsletter/ Thank you for considering this option!

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What is Cropland Renting For?

Richard Halopka, CCA

Clark County UW-Extension Crops & Soils Agent

This question begins right after Thanksgiving and before

Christmas and continues until crops are planted. It is a legitimate

question and many people don’t always like my first

response...“depends.” I ask questions: did the rent get paid last year?

Where are you located in the county? What is the demand for cropland

in your area? Are you happy with your current renter? Is your renter a

good steward of your cropland? Who will pay for lime, if needed?

How many years is the rental agreement? Remember, after I get off

the phone the next call usually is the potential cropland renter with the

same question. So my story is generally the same and I have not

mentioned a rental price.

The current cropland rental rates are gathered by National

Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) and these are a good source to

begin a conversation. Over the years there have been attempts to

capture numbers in Clark County with limited success. Now there will

be an on the street rental rate and it may or may not be accurate and

what is in that cropland rental rate?

Another method is to know your market and then can set a price in

your market area. If you are happy with the relationship with your

current renter is it worth increasing or decreasing rent to continue

working with this renter? Today most rental rates are decreasing rather

than increasing.

Can the land owner and/or cropland renter think in a different

manner? The land owner has an investment in land and that land has a

monetary value. If you had money in the bank, an IRA, or some other

financial investment, wouldn’t you like a minimum return on your

investment?

Let’s look at the cropland as the landowner’s investment and the

cropland renter as the financial company paying on that investment.

In this issue

What is Cropland Renting For?.............1,2

Tractor Rollbar Rebates. ..……….….…..Page 3

Grain Bin Safety Week….…………….…..Page 4, 5

Do You Have an Emergency Response

Plan?................................................................Page 6

Discovery Farms Launches an Online Farmer-

Only Discussion Forum…………………...Page 6

NCWCA Preview Show………..………….Page 8

Conservation Corner………………….….Page 9

Event Calendar……………………………...1

Sample Lease Form………………………..Page 12

Clark County University of Wisconsin Extension

517 Court Street, Room 104 Neillsville, WI 54456

715-743-5121

Richard Halopka Crops and Soils Agent

[email protected]

Shawn Ganther Program Assistant

[email protected]

Contact Us

http://clark.uwex.edu/agriculture/agriculture-newsletter/


From NASS; located at: https://www.nass.usda.gov/

Statistics_by_State/Wisconsin/Publications/

Annual_Statistical_Bulletin/2016AgStats_web.pdf in

2015 Clark County cropland sold in a range of

$1,560.00 -$5,650.00, a very wide range. This provides

a value for cropland. Both parties can use the sale price

as a range for negotiations for a rental price. If both

parties agree that cropland is worth $3,000.00 and the

current rate of return is between 2% - 3% this would

give a range of $60.00 - $90.00 per acre rent.

Remember there may be other considerations (lime,

conservation practices, USDA payments, etc.)

These numbers would provide a guideline in which

both parties can negotiate a cropland rent price.

Understand every situation will be different. I will

select one question from above: who pays to apply lime

to correct pH? If the landowner is paying for lime that

may cause an increase in rental price versus the

cropland renter paying for the lime, which may result in

a longer term contract at a lower rate allowing the

renter some reward for their input.

Next many only want a verbal agreement;

understand verbal agreements are only enforceable for

one growing season. It is wise to write things down,

even if it is just the renter and landowner writing down

their thoughts and dating plus signing a hand written

notebook paper. Once written it eliminates any he/she

said situations.

There are many things I have not covered in this

article. A recommend read is Iowa State’s “Cropland

Cash Rental Rate file C2-20” located at this site: http://

www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/wholefarm/html/c2-

20.html . This may go into greater detail than you may

require.

To summarize, rental price doesn’t mean much

unless you know the details. Rental rates are

negotiations; there is no one price fits all. Writing

things down is better than disagreeing a year later on

verbal terms. To determine rental rates know current

conditions in the area and current land values.

If you have questions on renting cropland please call

715-743-5121 or email [email protected].

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Nutrient Management Reminder

ALL 2017 NMP CHECKLISTS ARE DUE April 1, 2017

If you don’t have a plan, contact

Northcentral Technical College at 715-

675-3331 for class information or hire an

agronomist.

Mail, Fax, or Email your NMPs to:

Clark County

Land Conservation Department

517 Court Street, Room 102

Neillsville, WI 54456

715-743-5104 (phone)

715-743-5154 (fax)

[email protected]

Thank you for your cooperation!

* View a sample lease agreement on page 12

***

Heart of Wisconsin 23rd

Annual Grazing Conference

Sponsored by the Central Wisconsin River Graziers Network and Marathon & Lincoln Counties

Thursday, March 9th, 2017

9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Free Evening Bonus Session from

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Stoney Creek Inn, Rothschild WI

Conference cost: $20 per person

If you have questions call Bill Kolodziej at 715 261-6000 or e-mail Bill at

[email protected]

***

https://www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/Wisconsin/Publications/Annual_Statistical_Bulletin/2016AgStats_web.pdf



http://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/wholefarm/html/c2-20.html



mailto:[email protected]


Tractor Rollbar Rebates

Available

Tractor overturns are the leading cause of

farm-related deaths. That’s why it’s so

important that each tractor have a rollover

protective structure (ROPS).

The Wisconsin ROPS Rebate Program

reimburses owners up to 70 percent

(maximum of $865) toward the total cost of

purchasing, shipping and installing individual ROPS. Wisconsin tractor owners can apply for a ROPS via the hotline,

1-877-767-7748 (1-877-ROPSR4U), or the Web site, www.ropsr4u.com. A ROPS, when used with a seatbelt, is 99

percent effective in preventing injury or death in the event of an overturn. More than half the tractors in Wisconsin do

not have this protection.

The program is run by the National Farm Medicine Center at Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation, and is made

possible through philanthropic support from the Auction of Champions. More than 180 ROPS have been installed

since 2013. For more information call Dr. Barbara Marlenga at the National Farm Medicine Center.

Fuel Assistance Available

The Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) administers the federally funded Low Income Home

Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Public Benefits Energy Assistance Program. WHEAP and its related

services are aimed to assist Wisconsin households in reducing their energy burden. In addition to regular heating

and electric assistance, specialized services include:

Emergency fuel assistance

Counseling for energy conservation and energy budgets

Pro-active co payment plans

Emergency furnace repair and replacement.

Call: The Clark County Department of Social Services

715-743-5233

http://www.ropsr4u.com


Grain Bin Safety Week 2017 John Shutske, Ph.D.

Professor & Extension Specialist

As we launch the fourth annual Grain Bin Safety Week (Feb. 19-25),

work still remains to reduce preventable grain entrapments and deaths

associated with grain handling and storage. Record crop yields and

increased on-farm grain storage occurred in 2016. More grain bins on

farms and ranches can mean increased risk of grain entrapment, grain

engulfment and other accidents if proper safe-work procedures aren’t

followed.

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that less than 7% of

the nearly 770,000 grain bins on America’s farms are equipped with a

harness and life line to prevent grain engulfment. Continued collaboration with the agricultural community and

grain industry leaders will help raise awareness of grain bin safety.

Grain storage

Feed grain prices decreased 10% in 2016, while food grain prices decreased 15%, according to the USDA. In the

same year, on-farm storage increased by 13% for wheat, 11% for corn and 2% for soybean storage. The

combination of low prices and surplus grain is motivating farmers to store more grain in an attempt to capitalize on

higher prices later in the year.

The U.S. Grains Council reported that the 2016 corn crop contained a higher moisture content and required more

drying than the prior year. Moisture values can play a significant role in personal safety when wet grain causes

workers to enter grain bins to contend with spoilage, bridging grain, equipment malfunction and other issues.

Grain bin entrapments

A study by Purdue University reported 24 documented grain entrapments in 2015, including 14 fatalities. Grain

entrapments were the most common type of confined space incident. Additionally, there were six equipment

entanglements resulting in one death, six falls into or from grain storage structures resulting in three deaths and four

fatal cases of asphyxiation.

For the first time since 2010, the number of confined space fatalities exceeded non-fatal incidents. The decrease in

the total number of incidents is due to a significant drop in non-fatal incidents, which is likely attributed to

underreporting of non-fatal grain entrapments. It is estimated that annual documented cases of these injuries and

fatalities only represent about 70% of the total occurrences.

It only takes seconds to become entrapped in grain and less than a minute to become completely engulfed. Once

grain is above knee-level, it is nearly impossible to get out without assistance. Grain bin accidents are more likely to

occur when workers or family members enter a grain bin without following safe grain bin entry procedures.

Grain entrapment and grain engulfment aren’t the only risks. Toxic atmospheres, augers, bin collapses, fires and

explosions are equally hazardous.

Safety education and training

is crucial in identifying and understanding the risks associated with grain handling and storage.

Continued on page 5…..

http://www.ws4u.com:9999/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/archives/INF/589E1A938EBBA

https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/grainsafety/grainEntrapment.php

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/grain-bin-accidents

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/archives/2016-topics-a/follow-safe-grain-bin-entry-procedure

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/archives/2016-topics-a/fires-and-explosions

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/archives/2016-topics-a/fires-and-explosions


See other grain bin hazards.

GBSW17 topics

We continue to share safe-work procedures, industry best practices and insights from subject matter experts to address

the hazards of handling and storing grain, as well as methods to help keep workers safe from serious injuries and

fatalities. This year’s topics include:

Grain grading and personal safety, courtesy of Iowa State University

Lockout/tagout for de-energization

Youth safety, courtesy of the Grain Handling Safety Coalition

Fire management plans

Hazards of working alone

Safety education and training

Attend a live webinar hosted by subject matter experts and industry professionals. These webinars provide farmers

and grain handlers with valuable insight into some of the topics listed above.

Grain rescue tubes

Grain rescue tubes are the only safe way to rescue someone entrapped in grain. Unfortunately, many fire departments

and other first responders lack the equipment and training to perform a successful grain bin rescue. Each year,

Nominate Your Fire Department Contest winners receive a grain rescue tube, along with six hours of specialized

training. In 2016, the contest awarded 19 rescue tubes across 14 states. Nominate your fire department for a grain

rescue tube.

Partner with us by donating grain rescue tubes, rescue training and financial contributions, providing content or

serving as a subject matter expert for Grain Bin Safety Week. To learn more about how your contribution can help

save lives, please contact Doug Becker at (515) 508-5590 or via email.

Grain bin accident prevention is key

A zero-entry mentality is the best practice to prevent deadly grain bin accidents. If you must enter a grain bin as a last

resort, ask your local fire department if they are equipped with a grain rescue tube and grain rescue training.

“Until we can convince all farmers and other grain handlers to develop a zero-entry mentality, we will strive to make

tubes available,” said Brad Liggett, president of Nationwide Agribusiness. Join us in our effort to help save lives in 2017.

...Continued from page 4

“It only takes seconds to become entrapped in grain and less than a minute to become completely engulfed. Once grain is above knee-level, it is nearly impossible to get out without assistance.”

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/archives/2014-topics/identifying-grain-bin-hazards

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/participate-with-us/webinars

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/participate-with-us/nominate-your-fire-depart

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/participate-with-us/nominate-your-fire-depart

http://www.ws4u.com/home/audience/farmers-ranchers/safety/grain-bin-safety-week/partners


http://mynsightonline.com/home/articles/safety/grain-bin-safety-zero-entry-mentality


Do You Have an Emergency

Response Plan?

Richard Halopka, CCA

Clark County UW-Extension Crops & Soils Agent

Safety is thought of on all farms, but has it been

discussed or has the farm business documented a

protocol in case of an emergency? The first step in the

process is to develop an emergency response plan. This

plan may be very simple or provide much detail, but the

most important fact is to have a plan before there is an

emergency.

As a farm owner or manager do you, family members,

or employees know what to do or who to call when an

emergency occurs? When an accident occurs and a

person is injured don’t hesitate to call your local first

response emergency team. The sooner medical care can

be provided the less chance there will be additional

complications related to the injury.

Farms have many products (detergents, pesticides,

fertilizer, fuel, oil, manure, and the list continues) that

may be spilled or released accidently. Take time to

develop an emergency response plan for accidents and

spills related to these products mentioned. A spill is any

product released that has potential to impact ground or

surface water. The four steps or four C’s in spill

response are:

1. Control the spill: Immediately determine the best

method to prevent more product from being spilled.

2. Contain the spill: Prevent the spill from entering

surface water is very important. Have a phone list of

contractors available and equipment required to contain

the spill, include equipment present on the farm.

3. Clean up the spill: A phone list of contractors and

equipment available on or off the farm to clean up the

spill.

4. Contact the proper authorities: This may not be the

last call, as you may need assistance or advice to

determine the best method to clean up a spill.

Document, not a C, but it is important to document any

accident. Take pictures through the process to prove

you were diligent to control, contain, and clean up a

spill. The last act is to fill out required documentation

of the spill and the clean up.

It is important to remember that it is not illegal to

have a spill, but it is illegal to not report a spill. Remember, every situation will be different and

contacting authorities (#4) may be the first call if there

are injuries or assistance is required.

Before spring field work begins please take a few

minutes and fill out an emergency response plan and be

sure to post your emergency plan in the farm office.

Any plan is better than no plan at all. Questions please

email [email protected] or call 715-743-

5121

Discovery Farms Launches an

Online Farmer-Only Discussion

Forum

Contact: Callie Herron

Phone: 715.983.5668

Email: [email protected]

Discovery Farms introduces The WaterWay

Network

PIGEON FALLS, WI; The Discovery Farms Programs

of Wisconsin and Minnesota are excited to announce

the launch of an online farmer-only discussion forum.

The discussion forum, known as The WaterWay

Network, is a password protected, online platform for

farmers, crop consultants, and hand-picked experts only.

Do you have questions about cover crops, nutrient

management, soil health, or water quality? Members on

the site can provide you with the answers you are

looking for.

“Farming presents challenges. Solutions can often be

found from experience,” said Erica Olson, UW

Discovery Farms farmer network manager. “I am

excited to provide farmers with a place to connect and

learn from others’ experiences and expertise.”

By joining The WaterWay Network, you will become a

part of a unique online community that focuses on

conservation. Farmers and crop consultants will provide

the applied knowledge and experience, while Discovery

Farms and University experts will bring science to the

discussion.

Getting started is simple and FREE. If you are a farmer

or crop consultant, register for an account today and get

your questions answered at www.waterwaynetwork.org.


http://www.waterwaynetwork.org/


CW

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Wednesday, March 1

Colby VFW

104 S Division Street

Colby, WI

Wednesday, March 8 Clark County Courthouse

Auditorium

517 Court Street

(North Entrance)

Neillsville, WI

Friday, March 10 Thorp Fire Hall

101 S Wilson Street

Thorp, W1

All classes start at

9:00 AM

The cost of the training session is $35.00

which includes study material and testing

fee. There is a $7.00 mailing fee if we have

to mail the material to you.

Contact UW Extension office at

715-743-5121.

Private Pesticide Applicator

Certification Training 2017

Central Wisconsin Forage Council

Educational and Annual Meeting

Wednesday,

March 22, 2017

Nutz Deep II - Spencer

10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Speakers and Topics

Herbicide Tolerant /Resistant Weeds

Richard Halopka

Feeding Low lignin Forages

Matt Akins

What You Need to Know About New

Soybean Herbicide Traits

Dan Heider

Local Corn Silage Data

Pioneer Hi-bred Representative

Membership has Rewards

Midwest Forage Association

WI Forage Council or Midwest Forage Association membership

is not a requirement to attend this meeting.

Cost for this program is $10.00 (cost of lunch).

Pre-registration is required by March 17.

Please contact Clark County UW-Extension Office at

715-743-5121 to register.

Make checks payable to: Central WI Forage Council

Mail payment to:

Clark County UW-Extension Office

517 Court Street, Room104

Neillsville WI 54456

For more information contact

Richard at 715-743-5121.


NCWCA Preview Show

May 13, 2017

Sandy Stuttgen

Agriculture Educator, UWEX Taylor County

The North Central WI Cattlemen’s Association invites

the public and those raising beef or wanting to learn

about beef production to the Beef Round-up on

Saturday, May 13, 2017, at Brecke Rodeo Arena,

W7939 Hwy 64, Medford, WI. The Round-up will be

held from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

New this year, the NCWCA Beef Preview Show will

be held in conjunction with the annual Round-up. All

students within or out of Wisconsin planning for

upcoming fairs and shows are invited to participate.

The NCWCA Preview consists of Jackpot

Showmanship for students ages 8 to 22, a Junior

Market Steer Show, and an Open Heifer Show (for

both youth and adults). $200 grand champion steer

and heifer and $100 reserve grand champion steer and

heifer are being awarded. The NCWCA Preview will

be an excellent event for both the exhibitor and their

animal(s) to gain experience for the 2017 fair and

show season.

Gates to the NCWCA Preview will open at 7 am;

check-in and weigh-in closes at 9:30 am. A

Showmanship Clinic begins at 9 am. The Preview

begins at approximately 12:30 pm, with Jackpot

Showmanship immediately following the conclusion

of the NCWCA Seed stock Sale.

Visit the NCWCA website, http://ncwcattlemen.com,

to read the rules for the NCWCA Preview and to

download the entry form. To receive early-bird

discounted rates, entry forms (one exhibitor per form)

are due with payment by April 30, 2017, to the

address listed on the form.

For more information, contact Sandy Stuttgen,

Agriculture Educator, UW-Extension Taylor County

at 715-748-3327 ext 1.

North Central Graziers

2017 Grazing

Conference

Saturday, March 11th

9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Meadowview Golf Club

800 W. 3rd Street

Owen, WI

Call 715-748-1469 to

register


Hello from the Conservation

Corner. Well, it is that time

of the year again when the

snow starts melting, manure

starts running and then the

phone rings. I want to

remind farmers that you

need to take special care to

help avoid manure from

running off your fields at

anytime but especially this

time of the year. It is

estimated that the majority

of manure running off of

fields in the year occurs in this 3-4 week period we are

in right now. Having and following a nutrient

management plan can go a long way to help reduce

runoff potential. Things like no spreading manure

within 300 feet of stream, 1000 feet of a lake or pond

and if you need to spread in the winter spread on your

flatter fields are simple management practices. If you

do not have a nutrient management plan, we may be

able to help you develop one with cost sharing and

training if you do not want to hire it done by Certified

Crop Advisor (CCA). Calls us and lets talk.

I also would like to put the word out again that the Land

Conservation Department purchased a No-Till grain

drill last summer that it is renting out to farmers in the

county to do cover crop planting and No-Till planting

of forages, small grains and soybeans. There is ample

proof out there that cover cropping and No-Tilling helps

improve soil health and your bottom line + can help

protect our valuable waters. So why not give it at least

a try.

Finally, I would like to mention that the Land

Conservation Department thru DATCP and DNR has

cost sharing monies available to farmers for waterway

work, manure pit construction and barn yard

improvement. Please calls us with your plans to see if

you qualify.

Conservation Corner

Jim Arch

“Having and following a nutrient management plan can go a long way to help reduce runoff potential.”

***

Central Wisconsin No-Tillers &

WI River Grazing Network

Spring Field & Pasture Walk

April 12, 2017

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Marshfield Agricultural Research Station

M605 Drake Avenue Stratford, WI 54484

For questions or additional information

contact Jason Cavadini at 715-650-7451 or [email protected]

***


The University of Wisconsin Extension provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in education, programming and employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, gender/sex, creed, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or parental, arrest or conviction record or veteran status. La Universidad de Wisconsin-Extensión proporciona acción afirmativa e igualdad de oportunidades en educación, programas y empleo, para todas las personas calificadas, sin tener en cuenta raza, color, sexo, credo, discapacidad, religión, nacionalidad de origen, ascendencia, edad, orientación sexual, gravidez o paternidad, historial de detención o condena o estado de veterano de guerra. If you need an interpreter, materials in alternate formats or other accommodations to access this program, activity, or service, please contact the program coordinator at 715-743-5121 as soon as possible (10 days is reasonable) preceding the scheduled event so that proper arrangements can be made in a timely fashion.

Upcoming Meetings/Events Make sure to listen to WCCN and WAXX for any cancellations

Judith Hasse

FoodWIse [email protected]

Lori Hendrickson Program Assistant

[email protected]

Shawn Ganther Program Assistant

[email protected]

Phone Number—715-743-5121

Fax—715-743-5129

Richard Halopka

Crops and Soils Agent

[email protected]

Melissa Kono

CNRED Agent

[email protected]

Nancy Vance

Family Living Agent

[email protected]

Christine Hollar

4-H Youth Development Agent

[email protected]

Clark County Staff

DATE EVENT LOCATION TIME

March 1, 8, 10 Private Pesticide Applicator

Certification Training

Variable - See page 7 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

March 9 Heart of Wisconsin 23rd

Annual Grazing Conference

Rothchild, WI 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

March 10-11 Ag Women’s Summit Madison, WI

March 11 North Central Graziers 2017

Grazing Conference

Owen, WI 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

March 22 Central Wisconsin Forage

Council Annual Meeting

Spencer, WI 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

April 5 - 7 Minding Our Waters Stevens Point, WI

April 12 Spring Field &

Pasture Walk

Stratford, WI 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

May 13 Beef Preview Show Medford, WI 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM


SA

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CASH FARM LEASE

This lease is entered into on , 20

Landlord - Renter –

Address - Address –

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:

Acres tillable land owned by landlord in Township,

County, as outlined on attached field map.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF LEASE:

1. Timetable: This agreement shall be in effect for the growing season(s).

Subleasing: The landlords do not convey to the renter the right to sublease any part of the property.

The landlords reserve the right to enter the property at any reasonable time.

Amendments and alterations to this lease shall be in writing and shall be signed by both parties.

LAND USE:

The land will be managed in a method that complies with all USDA/NRCS conservation plans presently in place

and will keep all waterways and other conservation structures in good repair.

The renter will report cropping records to the Farm Service Agency, annually.

The proceeds from any government programs relating to this land will be paid directly to the renter.

The landlords will not accept responsibility for any accidents or injuries that occur as a result of farming activities.

PAYMENT:

The renter agrees to pay $ /acre for a total of $ .

Payments will be made directly to the landlord as follows:

$ paid by , 20

$ paid by , 20

Executed on , 20

(Renter) (Landlord)

*Visit us online at http://clark.uwex.edu/cash-farm-leases/ for this form and other lease agreements

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