Sheep farmer dismisses feed suit
Staff writer
Lincolnville sheep farmer Sherry Nelson, Countryside Feed in Hillsboro, and Valley View Milling in Bern have settled a lawsuit filed June 30 in which Nelson claimed tainted feed manufactured by Valley View and sold by Countryside wreaked havoc on her herd.
Nelson claimed that feed she purchased at Countryside in 2021 was mislabeled, negligently manufactured, and unsafe for use.
She sought more than $75,000 from each defendant, claiming the feed sickened and killed sheep, and caused loss of reproductive function.
According to a journal entry of dismissal in the case, “a full, final, and complete settlement” has been reached. The journal entry did not disclose the amount.
Three related cases over the feed were filed in Dickinson County.
Joshua and Joseph Abeldt of Hope sought separate judgments of more than $75,000 against each defendant. That suit also was dismissed Jan. 28.
Dustin and Kyria Emig of Abilene sought $56,095. That suit was dismissed June 18.
Jason and Carrie Hill of Hope sought $63,070.80 from Countryside and more than $75,000 from Valley View. That suit also was dismissed Jan. 28.