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Farm Horizons • where from 31 percent to 110 percent over 2014, before getting back near normal levels in December and beyond. The avian flu outbreak affected some local organizations, as well as consumers. For example, eggs donated to the Lester Prairie Lions in recent years have helped the club raise funds with pancake breakfasts, but the free eggs were not available for their last two fundraisers. Michael Foods, one of the four Minnesota chicken operations where avian flu struck, had been donating eggs from its plant in Gaylord, but had to beg off in September and January. “We were getting the equivalent of about 45 dozen eggs; this egg product was already scrambled and mixed with buttermilk,” said Lion Lloyd Wortz. He noted that the club still conducted its pancake breakfasts after buying eggs locally. “Michael Foods has told us that they hope to continue donations sometime, but no date has been mentioned. We will try again this fall, asking for a donation,” Wortz added. Ten poultry operations were hit in Meeker County last year, but none in Wright, McLeod, or Carver counties, said Thompson. Information from MPR, WATTAgNet, and the StarTribune was included in this article. n April 4 • Page 23 WE BUILD HOUSES OVERNIGHT! Carpentry Contractors Co., located in Montrose now has opening for Carpenters in our wall panel production shop. These positions are full time on our 2nd shift, Monday – Thursday from 3:30 pm – 2:00 am with overtime opportunities on Friday. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs., run power tools, pass a drug screen and background check. A valid driver’s license and independent transportation are required for employment. Call/text us at 763-600-7026 or email us at [email protected] www.CarpentryContractors.com