Contents

National ID plan hits a speed bump
Decision makers agree on the necessity of an ID plan. Details slow the process. By James D. Ritchie

Don't sell timber on shares
Consulting forester Scott Brundage says that a little help from a forester can keep landowners on the right side of a timber deal. By R. Scott Brundage

Soybean aphids are here to stay
To best manage for the pest, get to know the treatment alternatives and not least, the aphid's natural predators. By Dr. Paul Tracy

Disabled kids ride high
Horses and children from therapeutic bonds. By James D. Ritchie

Delivering value to members and their communities
Missouri Institute of Cooperatives speech contest winner Robin Loehner weighs in on cooperatives. By Robin Loehner

MU receives $5.6 million donation from Gust family

COLUMNS:
Country corner
You didn't get where you are alone; thank a mentor. By Steve Fairchild

Country humor
Doc's wisdom By Jack S. Bray

More country humor
Strike one for rural wit By Mitch Jayne

Nutrition
Why creep feed? Because it makes better calves and better money. By Dr. Jim White

Pizza recipes

Viewpoint
U.S. agriculture will benefit from strengthening life sciences research. By Don Copenhaver