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MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Join Pam Jahnke for the latest farm news. Heard daily on WOZN 96.7 FM and 1670 AM in Madison Wisconsin from 5-6am. Also heard on affiliate stations all over Wisconsin.

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11:47

Regeneration Project Delivers Data - Hear It From The...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/30

From the heart of the Driftless Region to the global supply chains of brands like Starbucks and Nestlé, the health of soil and water is top of mind. Today we’re looking at the first results of the Dairy Soil & Water Regeneration project. We have a researcher and a farmer from the project here to share what’s been going on – Jack Herricks is a Cashton dairy farmer who gave the go ahead for researchers to take a look at his fields. Mara Cloutier is a soil scientist and

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9:32

Get Ready For June Dairy Month - Dan Hinz - DFW Board...

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2026/04/30

There's more than meets the eye at June Dairy Celebrations around Wisconsin. Helping to guide those activities and educational opportunities are farm families all across the state and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke visits with Dan Hinz of Pickett. Hinz is a fourth generation dairy operator that represents other dairy farms in Outagamie and Winnebago counties. Hinz believes that "America's Dairyland" isn't just a phrase, it's something that's been built for generations. He's proud to help

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50:00

Slugs Become A New WI Farm Problem Plus Nonfat Milk...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/30

Wisconsin farmers are dealing with a new pest familiar to gardeners. Slugs! Dane Elmquist tells Stephanie Hoff that slugs are becoming a bigger field pest because of conservation practices. Elmquist is the conservation cropping specialist with the Division of Extension.Slugs thrive in no-till and cover crop systems because the heavy crop residue and lack of soil disturbance create a cool, moist microclimate where populations can build up year over year. While they feed on both corn and soybeans,

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50:00

Bees Are Getting Busy And So Are Ag College Grads

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/30

It's the right time of the year to be focused on the bee population in Wisconsin. Jill Welke catches up with Wisconsin's Honey Queen, Emily Skala. She explains the training she's gone through to make sure she's properly educating the general public about everything bees can do. She says most people don't realize the different types of honey you can enjoy based just on what the bee is consuming! Weather calms down a bit beginning today. Stu Muck says that this next weather front should help farm

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3:00

WFBF President Reflects On Rollins Visit; Pitches Ag...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/29

Dairy farmers and Wisconsin agriculture stakeholders got a seat at the table when Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins made the trip to Wisconsin this week. From exclusive roundtables to new proposals for the national labor crisis, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson tells Stephanie Hoff about how the day went at Morning Star Dairy in Onalaska. Photo courtesy of Rep. Travis Tranel's office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:38

Plant Your Independence Using Digital Agronomy Tools

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/29

As Wyffels Hybrids celebrates its 80th anniversary as an independent, family-owned company, Regional Sales Manager Steve Quade joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss current spring planting progress in the region. We explore the latest digital tools available to farmers, including a GDU calculator and planting progress map, designed to assist with critical hybrid and timing decisions. Additionally, Steve highlights the release of 16 new corn hybrids and the company's commitment to extensive research and

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4:21

Lard Supports Healthy Skin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/28

Lately the internet has been bursting with excitement around beef tallow. It's all the craze when it comes to an at-home natural skin care product. But did you know using lard can actually be even better for your skin? Julie Schrader, owner of Open Road Ranch, sits down with Kiley Allan to talk about the lard products she handmakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:08

Mary Welcomes Young Readers To Her Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/28

Mary Lewandowski and her older brother are the sixth generation on their family's dairy farm in Bevent, Wisconsin. After some reflection about her time growing up on a dairy farm and needing an FFA project, she turned to writing her very first children's book entitled "Welcome to My Farm." Throughout the story, she acts as a tour guide of her family's dairy farm with a story that features actual photos of the farm itself. Mary sits down with Kiley Allan to tell the story.See omnystudio.com/listener

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50:00

U.S. Sending Oil Abroad And That's Driving Ethanol -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/28

Weather and global conflicts. It's all being surveiled by NASA. Ben Jarboe goes behind the scene with Mike Humber. Humber is NASA Harvest Data Lead and NASA Acres Deputy Director. The data collected by NASA satellites allows monitoring of crop conditions, water availabilityand much more. Jarboe finds out about what they learned when war erupted between Ukraine and Russia, and how the ongoing war in Iran is disrupting food production and movement. Cloudy and windy for our Tuesday. Stu Muck says the

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50:00

Whole Milk Law Creates Challenges For Schools Plus...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/28

Immigration enforcement continues to be an issue that Wisconsin farms and agribusinesses are monitoring. Sam Moheban, immigration specialist and attorney at Wausau based, Ruder Ware law firm says things are changing. Moheban tells Pam Jahnke that instead of focusing on raids, which are expensive and require a lot of staff, ICE is pivoting to enfocement through paperwork. Specifically Moheban says they are reviewing I-9 forms. These are the forms all employers use to verify that their employees can

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50:00

Wins And Losses At State Capitol And New Babcock...

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2026/04/28

This is a big weekend for the equine industry. Another big show - in Minnesota. Jill Welke talks with the organizers of the show and entertainment at the MN Horse Expo.] Rainfall reports are spotty this morning around Wisconsin. Stu Muck says western Wisconsin suffered the brunt of the heavy rainfall. Drier weather for most of the weekend with rain back in the forecast on Monday. The legislative session is in the rear view mirror for agriculture right now. Stephanie Hoff gets a quick recap on some

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10:45

What The New RFS Mandates Mean For Farmers

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2026/04/27

The EPA recently came out with new mandates for the renewable fuel standard which provides a jump from 3.35 billion gallons in 2025 to 5.4 billion in 2026 and 5.7 billion in 2027. Kurt Kovarik the vice president of federal affairs, with Clean Fuels Alliance America, says this is a big step in the right direction. This will help the US soybean farmers find a bigger market in hopes to increase the demand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:12

Brueggen Takes Us Beyond The Butcher Block With...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/27

Stephanie Hoff meets the new president of the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors, Tim Brueggen. He owns and operates Falls Meat Service with his family in Pigeon Falls. Tim tells us how this tight-knit processing community is evolving, and why advocacy and government affairs are becoming central to their mission. He also talks about how local processors are adapting to shifting consumer trends, from the booming snack food market to the "buy local" movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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39:51

Crazy Weather Fishing On The Madison Chain & Cool...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/25

In this week's episode host Ben Jarboe talks with Noah Hemper the owner of Madison Angling Guide Service to get an update on what's been hot on the Madison chain and a look into some unique fishing. Tom Zidek also joins the show to give a look into how he started his business Hooked & Tagged out of his college dorm room and grew it into a national company based out of the Northwoods. This episode is brought to you by Bass Pro Shops Sun Prairie and Petland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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15:41

Space, Agriculture, And War

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/24

NASA has been in the news quite a bit recently with their Artemis II mission circling the moon, but they also have a lot of work being done for agriculture. Mike Humber, the NASA Harvest Data Lead and NASA Acres Deputy Director, gives a look into their programs and shares what they look for during and after times of war for the betterment of agriculture world wide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:57

World's Largest Euchre Tournament Coming Back To...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/24

On Saturday, August 8, the Madison Mallards will become the Right Bowers and will attempt to break the record for the World’s Largest Game of Euchre. General Manager Sam Rubin tells Stephanie Hoff to get your ticket now, plus a Right Bowers Jersey, a pack of custom Bicycle Cards, and entry into the Tournament with a cash grand prize. Don’t go alone! Send this to your Euchre partner! Learn more: https://northwoodsleague.com/madison-mallards/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:02

Strong Greenhouse Inventory Excites Gardeners

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/23

Signs of spring are popping up across Wisconsin, from farm babies and uncertain weather to greenhouses full of early spring plants. Scott Trudell joins me. He works with the plant desk at the Bruce Company. Well-known for their award winning landscape services and premiere garden center, the experts at the company have tips that will help any home gardener show off their green thumb. Scott spends his day fielding questions from people about all things spring backyard planting. Scott tells me about

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13:56

[TW: Sensitive Topic] Top Tractor Accidents & How To...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/23

Not much can get done on the farm today without a tractor, but working around tractors can result in some of the most serious injuries or deaths on the farm if care is not taken. Stephanie Hoff and Division of Extension Agricultural Safety and Health Specialist John Shutske highlight common scenarios that frequently lead to accidents. But more importantly, you'll hear how to prevent them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

I-9 Employee Paperwork Under Scrutiny And QLF Sticks...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/23

Gardeners are now ready to proceed with all the plans they've been making for 2026. When they start, questions are likely to follow. Kiley Allan finds out what common questions are from Lisa Johnson, Horticulture Educator with Dane County Extension Service.Due to climate change andunpredictable weather, gardeners should use a soil thermometer rather thanspecific dates to decide when to plant. Planting too early in cold soil can cause seeds and tubers to rot. Johnson says for early crops like peas

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5:45

Schools Struggle To Keep Whole Milk Stocked

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/04/22

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, signed into law on January 16 of this year. This piece of legislation increases school lunch milk options that are available to students at the lunch counter. Darin Von Ruden is the President of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, and he tells Kiley Allan that while the legislation is good news, it hasn’t been easy for schools to keep whole milk in stock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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