PIPELINELinn Co-op

November 2014

Volume 1, Issue 4

Bear vs. Bull Market

Winterize Your Vehicle

Seed Discounts Now Available

Winter Needs and Plans for

Spring

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Linn Cooperative Board of Directors

President Dale Lefebure, Fairfax

Vice-President Dick Burns, Alburnett

Sec/Treasure Mike Deklotz, Atkins

Vice-Secretary John N. Airy, Central City

Director Daryl Gericke, Winthrop

Director Neal Horning, Marion

Director Joe Meythaler, Marion

Director Jon Rathje, Marion

Director Jon Studt, Springville

Linn Cooperative Management Staff

General Manager Rob Ball

Asst. General Manager/Energy Bill Mysak

Operations Manager Ron Woeste

Car Care Center Manager Daryl Sackett

Springville Branch Manager Tracy Peyton

Newhall Branch Manager Matt Becker

Alburnett Branch Manager Kirk Sauer

Credit Manager Mike Arnold

Lawn Care Manager Brad Salazar

Human Resource Manager Danielle Mikkola

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Linn Cooperative Phone Numbers

Marion Main Line 319-377-4881

In-coming WATS 800-728-4881

Newhall Office 319-223-5191

Springville Office 319-854-6192

Alburnett Office 319-842-2222

Direct Grain Line 319-854-6120

Car Care Center 319-377-7351

Lawn Care Department 319-447-1225

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The new office and storage facility in Alburnett is coming together. We hope to be utilizing the new facility next month.

Current Oct-14 Current Oct-149/1/20149/2/2014 $13.30 $10.00 $3.81 $3.729/3/2014 $13.68 $9.88 $3.69 $3.609/4/2015 $13.51 $9.71 $3.64 $3.559/5/2014 $13.19 $9.89 $3.73 $3.649/8/2014 $13.06 $9.81 $3.79 $3.619/9/2014 $13.40 $9.65 $3.75 $3.59

9/10/2014 $13.41 $9.66 $3.44 $3.599/11/2014 $12.79 $9.54 $3.64 $3.239/12/2014 $12.83 $9.58 $3.42 $3.329/15/2014 $12.87 $9.62 $3.46 $3.369/16/2014 $12.28 $9.53 $3.47 $3.379/17/2014 $12.05 $9.55 $3.40 $3.359/18/2014 $10.10 $9.44 $3.36 $3.319/19/2014 $10.05 $9.30 $3.30 $3.259/22/2014 $9.33 $9.11 $3.43 $3.239/23/2014 $9.24 $9.04 $3.39 $3.199/24/2014 $8.99 $8.99 $3.33 $3.239/25/2014 $8.85 $8.85 $3.24 $3.199/26/2014 $8.73 $8.73 $3.21 $3.169/29/2014 $8.81 $8.81 $3.24 $3.199/30/2014 $8.71 $8.71 $3.19 $3.14

High $13.68 $3.81Low $8.71 $3.19Average $11.39 $3.47

Current Mar-15 Current Mar-1510/1/2014 $8.74 $9.01 $3.14 $3.2210/2/2014 $8.82 $9.09 $3.16 $3.2010/3/2014 $8.70 $8.93 $3.16 $3.2010/6/2014 $9.00 $9.26 $3.31 $3.2910/7/2014 $8.98 $9.25 $3.34 $3.3810/8/2014 $8.98 $9.21 $3.36 $3.4110/9/2014 $9.05 $9.26 $3.38 $3.42

10/10/2014 $8.90 $9.06 $3.27 $3.3110/13/2014 $9.13 $9.28 $3.39 $3.4310/14/2014 $3.32 $9.49 $3.50 $3.5410/15/2014 $9.20 $9.37 $3.42 $3.4510/16/2014 $9.34 $9.49 $3.43 $3.49

Corn Soybeans

Labor Day-Markets Closed

10/17/2014 $9.19 $9.36 $3.38 $3.4510/20/2014 $9.07 $9.28 $3.36 $3.4610/21/2014 $9.42 $9.47 $3.44 $3.5410/22/2014 $9.40 $9.45 $3.41 $3.5110/23/2014 $9.68 $9.79 $3.48 $3.5810/24/2014 $9.50 $9.63 $3.41 $3.5110/27/2014 $9.89 $9.92 $3.51 $3.6110/28/2014 $9.91 $9.94 $3.53 $3.6210/29/2014 $10.21 $10.34 $3.63 $3.7310/30/2014 $10.02 $10.14 $3.62 $3.7110/31/2014 $10.24 $10.31 $3.60 $3.73

High $10.21 $3.63Low $8.10 $3.14Average $9.33 $3.40

10/17/2014 $9.19 $9.36 $3.38 $3.4510/20/2014 $9.07 $9.28 $3.36 $3.4610/21/2014 $9.42 $9.47 $3.44 $3.5410/22/2014 $9.40 $9.45 $3.41 $3.5110/23/2014 $9.68 $9.79 $3.48 $3.5810/24/2014 $9.50 $9.63 $3.41 $3.5110/27/2014 $9.89 $9.92 $3.51 $3.6110/28/2014 $9.91 $9.94 $3.53 $3.6210/29/2014 $10.21 $10.34 $3.63 $3.7310/30/2014 $10.02 $10.14 $3.62 $3.7110/31/2014 $10.24 $10.31 $3.60 $3.73

High $10.21 $3.63Low $8.10 $3.14Average $9.33 $3.40

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

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Rob BallGeneral Manager

Linn Cooperative Oil Company

Harvest is in full swing and progressing nicely. Early indications show corn yields are coming in around average, but we are also seeing above average moisture levels. Most of the soybeans acres are out for the 2014 year, and we saw slightly above average yields there. With the price per bushel declines we have seen this year, we certainly need all of the bushels we can get.

Both your Alburnett and Springville locations have been very busy helping you with harvest and receiving your crop for fall and storage. Both Newhall and Springville crop production centers will have adequate supplies of dry fertilizer and NH3 this fall. We just hope for favorable weather so we can cover all of the acres before winter hits. I would also like to remind you to check your L.P. tanks before the temperature starts to drop so we can get those filled for you.

As we continue to wrap up this year, I would like to take a minute to review your cooperatives financials. Looking at the first three quarters of our year, we are still ahead in local savings by $100,000 compared to this time last year. However, total patronage income received from regional cooperatives is down approximately 20%. Most of this decline in patronage income is due to lower patronage received from CHS on Cenex petroleum products. Total sales for the first three quarters are down three million dollars, while grain volume sales are up one and a half bushels. The dollar sales are down 6 million compared to last year, due to the decline in grain prices. The Energy department’s volume sales are up 6%, and sales dollars are up 2 million with L.P. gas leading the way. Crop production product sales are also up in both volume and dollar sales. The fertilizer portion of this is up 3,000 tons or 30% and crop production sales are up half a million dollars or 7%. Total expenses are in line with the budgeted projections, showing an increase of 5%. If we continue to have favorable fall weather, and are able to get all of the crop fertilizer acres applied, we should end up with a good local savings for the 2014 year. Our next Pipeline publication will be reaching you in February 2015. By that time, I will have a good estimate on the 2014 results, however, I won’t have the final financial figures.

All of the Linn Co-op employees including myself, would like to thank you for all of your business that you do with us. May god bless you and your family during this upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas season.

Closing the Book on 2014

A conversation with the General

Manager

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Solutions for the Growing World

®Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”) or an affiliated company of Dow Do not fall-apply anhydrous ammonia south of Highway 16 in the state of Illinois. ©2013 Dow AgroSciences LLC M01-011-124 (9/13) DAS 010-42370

PROTECTS NITROGEN AT THE PLANT ROOT ZONE

N-Serve® Nitrogen Stabilizer• Activeingredientisnitrapyrin

• Oilbasedformulationthatmixeswellwithanhydrousammonia

• Optimizesyieldpotentialofcornwhenusedwithanhydrousammonia

• Provenandtrustedtechnologyforover35years

How Does N-Serve® Work?N-Serve®inhibitstheNitrosomonasbacteriainthesoilkeepingNitrogeninthestabileammoniumformlongerandprotectedfromleachinganddenitrification.

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Application RatesFall applications1quartperacre

Spring applicationsPre-emerge:1quartperacreSidedress:0.5to1quartperacre

What Happens to Unstabilized Nitrogen?

When Do Nitrogen Losses Occur?MostNitrogenLossesoccurduringtheSpring:• SpringRainsandwarmsoiltemperaturesleadtoheavylossesthroughbothleachinganddenitrification.

• StabilizingwithN-Serve®greatlyreducesbothleachinganddenitrificationprotectingnitrogenintherootzone.

Stronger, Healthier Plants• Increasedyield

• Improvedstandibility

• Reducedriskofstalkrot

• Increasedgrainprotein

• Fastercropdrydown

For more information about N-Serve® visit www.NitrogenStabilizers.com or contact your local Dow AgroSciences sales representative.

Balanced N • The longer the nitrogen sits in the soil

the higher the risk for leaching and volatilization

• Optimum N may not be available for top end yield later in the season

• Leaching leads to significant environ-mental impacts

• Channel constraints (i.e. equipment, supply, manufacturing, logistics) will not allow for 100% fall or spring N application

• Nutrients will be delivered to the plant throughout the growing season

• Opportunities for multiple placement methods (Broadcast, Side dress, and Foliar)

• Decrease risk of catastrophic N loss

• Environmentally sustainable- the re-duction of N loss reduces the leaching of the N into the groundwater

• Maximizes yield and profit potential while also protecting the environment

Challenges with Single Application Methods: Benefits of Split Application:

Program Fall Based NH3 Program

70% of total N needs applied as NH3 in the Fall • With nitrification inhibitor when soil temperatures reach 50° F

20% of N applied as UAN or SuperU• Adding NutriSphere- N or Agrotain as a weed and feed pre or early post-plant

10% of N foliar applied • 3-4 gallons of SRN25B (one gallon may be applied with a late fungicide application)

Spring Based NH3 Program

70% of total needs applied as NH3 in the Spring• With nitrification inhibitor as soon as ground conditions warrant

20% of N applied as UAN or SuperU• Adding NutriSphere- N or Agrotain as a weed and feed pre or early post-plant

10% of N foliar applied • 3-4 gallons of SRN25B (one gallon may be applied with a late fungicide application)

Spring Based UAN or SuperU Program

85% of N applied as UAN or SuperU• Adding NutriSphere- N or Agrotain just prior to planting

15% of N foliar applied using 3-4 gallons of SRN25B • One gallon may be applied with a late fungicide application

N-Serve® utilizes active ingredient nitrapyrin to optimize the yield potential of corn when used with anhydrous ammonia. Talk to your Agronomist today about incorporating N-Serve® into your operation this fall.

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As lawns begin to turn dormant with the colder weather approaching, it is a perfect time to start thinking about your winter needs and your plans for next spring. This past summer we saw cool temperatures and adequate moisture. This was perfect weather for growing grass, but it was also perfect weather for growing weeds. By not having a prolonged amount of time with hot, dry weather, many lawns needed an additional treatment to control the weeds. We suggest you think about adding an additional treatment session for next year. Our 5-pass system is highly recommended. This process ensures healthy lawns by getting rid of weeds, grubs and pests during their peak seasons.

In February of 2015, our 5% pre-pay discount program on all lawn services will begin. This pre-pay discount runs through March 15, 2015. If you would like to add additional services for 2015, I would suggest taking advantage of this offer.

Don’t forget, we also sell all of the products we apply for those of you who would like to care for your own lawns. The products we sell are effective, quality products and they are all readily available in Marion. We can also work with you to determine the best products for your lawn.

Linn Co-op also offers ice melt for the harsh, Iowa winter that is soon to be upon us. Titan® Blue ice melt is a high quality product that is safe on vegetation and high in Calcium Chloride; enabling you to melt more ice with less product. I urge all of you to be aware of the ice melt you would get at your “box stores.” Their products usually have very little Calcium Chloride,

therefore you have to apply much more of it to melt the ice. These products can also be very hard on your vegetation.

If you have any questions regarding lawn care services or our pre-pay discount program, please call me and I would be happy to sit down and talk with you. I would also like to leave you with a friendly reminder to make sure you rake your leaves this fall. Leaving them on the ground, especially in piles, could kill your grass and put you behind come spring.

“Linn Co-op has been an invaluable asset to my wife and I’s new home.

We built our home in January of 2013, and we had concerns about taking care of the new sod that was laid in the fall of 2012. Not knowing how to care for new sod, we contacted Linn Co-op to assist us with this issue, and we are so glad that we did. They recommended a specialized sod treatment program for the first year, and then set up a plan to continue to maintain a green, weed-free, healthy lawn. They were easy to work with, only making one call to establish a plan, and we found them to be very affordable as well.

We could not be happier with the services the Linn Co-op Lawn Care Center have provided us with. We have thoroughly enjoyed our yard and I believe, we have the nicest lawn in the neighborhood, thanks to Linn Co-op!”

-Scott and Barb Mysak

Shane Donels is our newest member of the Linn Co-op Lawn Care team. He started with the co-op on October 6, 2014, as a lawn technician. Shane in from our trade area originally, graduating from Benton Community High School. He and his wife, Amy, have three children. Please welcome Shane to Linn Co-op. I know he will do a great job for the Lawn Care Center.

Winter Needs and Plans for Spring

A New Face

Brad Salzar- Lawn Caere Manager

Benefits of Split Application:

Valued Customers

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Daryl Sackett- Car Care Center Manager

Winterize Your VehicleAs we begin to gear up for another Iowa winter,

it is important to make sure your family vehicle is ready to handle all of the snow and ice Mother Nature is sure to throw at us. We don’t want you, or your family getting stuck out in the elements due to your vehicle not being ready for winter.

As the temperature continues to drop, so will your tire pressure. I would suggest checking them at least once a week, or with every fuel fill to make sure they are at the recommended pressure. If you are unsure of what your tire pressure levels should be at, you can check the driver’s side door sticker for the factory specs, or just come into the Car Care Center and we will be happy to check for you. I would also like to

remind you to get your snow tires early if you choose to go that route. Once winter hits, they tend to move fast.

We also have a new face in the Car Care Center. Dillan Sackett recently joined the team and is taking care of the truck tire division. If you need farm tire service, please call Dillan at 319-213-2159. He will be happy to take care of your tire needs. If you see Dillan, please welcome him to the Linn Co-op, we know he will do a great job in his new role.

I would like to wish everyone safe and happy holiday season, and a great New Year. We look forward to seeing you and taking care of all of your vehicle needs this winter.

- Inspect and Align to Manufactures Specifications

- Shims and Cam Kits Extra

- Most Vehicles

- Up to Two Gallons Antifreeze

- Complete Flush of Cooling System, Radiator, Engine Block and Heater Core

- Up to Five Quarts of Quality Coop Oil

- New Oil Filter Installation

- Check all Fluid Levels and Tire Pressure

- Chassis Parts Lubricated

- All Belts, Hoses, Batteries and Charging Systems Checked

- All Lights, Exhaust and Suspension Parts Check

- Coolant Freeze Point Checked

Oil Change Special $26.95/ Full Synthetic $38.95

Alignment Special $59.95

Car Care Center SpecialsCoolant Flush Special $89.95

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 83.1 83.158 81.6-84.4 83.8 87.7Soybeans 83.4 83.621 82.4-84.1 84.1 76.3

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 174.2 174.7 172.0-178.4 171.7 158.8Soybeans 47.1 47.6 46.9-48.8 46.6 44

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 14.475 14.506 14.063-14.958 14.395 13.925Soybeans 3.927 3.976 3.880-4.104 3.913 3.358

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 2.081 2.130 1.785-2.518 2.002Soybeans 0.450 0.472 0.376-0.550 0.475

Wheat 0.654 0.704 0.625-0.736 0.698

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 173.0 173.65 172.2-175.0 173.08Soybeans 66.5 66.21 65.0-68.0 66.91

Wheat 185.58 186.77 186.0-188.3 186.45

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 190.6 192.02 188.0-200.2 189.9Soybeans 90.7 90.76 88.5-96.9 90.17

Wheat 192.6 196.38 190.0-198.1 196.38

2014 October Crop Report

USDA HARVESTED ACERAGE ESTIMATES (IN MILLION ACRES)

USDA YIELD ESTIMATES (IN BUSHELS PER ACRE)

The USDA released the October 2014 Crop Report. To see the full report visit www.usda.gov.

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 83.1 83.158 81.6-84.4 83.8 87.7Soybeans 83.4 83.621 82.4-84.1 84.1 76.3

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 174.2 174.7 172.0-178.4 171.7 158.8Soybeans 47.1 47.6 46.9-48.8 46.6 44

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014 USDA 2013

Corn 14.475 14.506 14.063-14.958 14.395 13.925Soybeans 3.927 3.976 3.880-4.104 3.913 3.358

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 2.081 2.130 1.785-2.518 2.002Soybeans 0.450 0.472 0.376-0.550 0.475

Wheat 0.654 0.704 0.625-0.736 0.698

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 173.0 173.65 172.2-175.0 173.08Soybeans 66.5 66.21 65.0-68.0 66.91

Wheat 185.58 186.77 186.0-188.3 186.45

USDA Oct. 2014

Average Trade Est.

Range of Trade Est.

USDA Sept. 2014

Corn 190.6 192.02 188.0-200.2 189.9Soybeans 90.7 90.76 88.5-96.9 90.17

Wheat 192.6 196.38 190.0-198.1 196.38

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Winterize Your Vehicle

Bearish Factors 1. Huge surge in world supplies- regardless of the

commodity, world production has simply outstripped demand. Grain is interchangeable in the world market and with no area experiencing and production problems, U.S. grain exports are unlikely to improve.

2. Even more supplies- many has expected big crop numbers to get bigger. The October report showed increased production by 8 million bushels of corn and 1.4 million bushels of soybeans. .

3. Storage and transportation issues- limited storage capacity and transportation concerns this fall could pressure the basis as grain is forced on the market. This could send cash grain process to distressed levels.

4. Blend wall- specifically, ethanol demand is caped as blending ethanol with gasoline is limited to 10%. This caps corn demand, even if prices go lower.

5. Limited potential for increased feed demand from the livestock industry- despite unprecedented profitability in livestock, producers are limited to expanding hog numbers due to the PED virus. Meanwhile, it takes much longer to build up cattle herds.

6. Weather- heavy August and September rains in the bulk of the Corn Belt have recharged subsoil moisture levels so next year will start with a “full tank,” minimizing any concerns of a dry spring.

Seed Discounts Now AvailableKirk Sauer- Alburnett Manager

Harvesting is now in full swing after a slow start due to all of the moisture we received this year. Soybeans coming out of the field have generally been in the 50-55 bushel range, while we are seeing 175 bushel corn. The USDA recently released harvest updates, showing that 99% of the soybeans are out, and 40% of the corn crop is out. Most of the corn that has come out has had fairly high moisture levels. I encourage you to keep in close contact with your elevator, and let Heather know when you finish a farm or field, so she can keep up to date on settling your grain. Also, if you have any changes to your storage needs, please contact us as soon as possible.

Pioneer Seed News The selling season for your 2015 crop seed needs has

officially begun. We have been busy at all three branch locations taking seed orders. Now is the best time to be ordering our seed and taking advantage of the great

discounts currently available to you. I would like to remind you, November 26, 2014, is the deadline date on locking in the discounts that will run throughout the growing season. For example, order and pay for your seed by November 26, 2014, and those discounts will carry through to spring. This means that any extra bags you may need to finish planting will be at the same discount rate.

Pioneer® offers a full lineup of top-yielding corn and soybean genetics, custom-fit to your operation. Your Linn Co-op Agronomy is here to help you determine the best variety for each of your fields. We’ll look as past performance and soil type to define the right option for you.

Bullish Factors 1. Low prices cure low prices- generally, demand

increases as prices move lower. The surge in stocks this year make this more of a long-term effect on the market so it make take months or years to ramp up demand once again.

2. Possible acreage adjustments- the FSA office released its estimated harvestable acres report in October 2014. They reported fewer harvestable acres, which is down slightly due to the wet spring.

3. Extremely oversold condition- this relentless drop in process has many funds and traders with excellent profits. Any possible threat to their positions could trigger buy stops, cascading into more buying.

4. Quarterly stocks report- often times, the USDA will have some sort of surprise in their quarterly reports. With the market leaning so heavily to the bear side, any surprise could be bullish.

Grain bulls have been few and far between lately, leading one of the strongest bear markets in recent history. There are some bullish factors, but not enough to stem the selling. Here Is a recap of the bullish and bearish factors impacting the grain market:

Please Contact Your Seed Team for Further Details

Kirk Sauer (Alburnett) - 319.270.2191 Dave Maternach (Newhall) - 319.350.6656

Doug Rice (Springville) – 319.350.4908

Bear vs. Bull Market

Diesel Fuel

Microbs

PREPARING YOUR TANK FOR WINTERProper tank maintenance helps ensure your fuel supply stays clean and free of

harmful containments in your storage tank-and remains that way until it reaches your fuel system. Removing water, sediment and other impurities from the storage tank prevents them from entering your fuel system where they can lead to corrosion, filter plugging, and ice formation that severely hampers engine performance.

Water gets into diesel fuel storage and vehicle tanks in several ways- by condensation of humid air, during transportation, by leakage through faulty fill pipes or vents by careless handling.

Managing the impact of water in your storage tanks is the foundation of proper tank maintenance. Follow these guidelines:

- Tilt tanks to direct water and debris away from the outlet. - Pressurize tanks to keep vapor and air inside. - Drain and remove all contaminates every 3 months (or as often as needed). - Filters: All engine manufacturers equip their engines with fuel filters to protect

the fuel system. You should replace these filters according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Some manufactures also provide filters with drain valves and recommend periodic draining of any water that may accumulate from condensation and careless handling in storage or vehicle tanks.

- Clean pump screen regularly. - Sample fuel for quality assurance purposes quarterly. - Clean tanks annually.

Water

Dead Bugs

The paraffin wax crystal structures will begin to grow as the fuel temperature reaches its cloud point. As the fuel cools, the square-like wax structure gets larger and eventually plug the filter not allowing fuel to pass through.

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Fuel FlowFuel Flow

Diesel fuel with cold flow improver changes wax structure to a more pin-like structure. Changing the wax crystal structure allows fuel to pass through the filter as the pin-like structure pass through the filter more readily than square-like wax structures. This is what extends the operability of the fuel.

Without Cold Flow Additive With Cold Flow Additive

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