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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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4:29

Farmers Advocate For Another Health Insurance Option

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/28

Many farm families lack an affordable health insurance option, so they need to rely on off-farm jobs for coverage or go without. Medicare can help some, but many farmers still find plans unaffordable. The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation wants state approval for its own health plan model to bring a cost-effective alternative to these families. Sally Turpin is a member of the Juneau County Farm Bureau. She grew up on a dairy farm and continues to advocate for agriculture at the local and state level

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4:42

WFBF Sets Top Priorities On National Level

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/28

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau works hard to advocate for the farmers in Wisconsin and their top issues. Tyler Winzlaff the Director of National Affairs with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau shares the top priorities they are pushing for at the national level. These include getting a new farm bill passed, delisting wolves, trade, an extension on the tax cut and jobs act, and immigration. He gives an update on how the issues are evolving in Washington D.C.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:30

Trends In Dairy Underscore Need For DMC

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/28

Ever.Ag Principal Mike North says one of the reasons the Class III milk price is hindered is due to unknowns regarding retaliatory tariffs, notably with Canada and Mexico. In addition, milk production is rising. North emphasizes the need for producers to sign up for the Dairy Margin Coverage program. The deadline is March 31.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:57

Farmer-led Watershed Grant Proves Successful

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/27

The Farmer-led Watershed Grant Program has been a huge success in Wisconsin. The program includes research for more sustainable farming which includes cover crops, prevention of nutrient leeching, and safer waterways. Brian Brown a farmer out of Paoli shares an update on how the program he works closely with has been spreading awareness of sustainable agricultural practices as well as new research coming to further the farmers ability to sustainably produce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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49:37

Ag Day Welcomes 400 & Who Leads Milk Production?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/27

A new organization is working to ensure rural Wisconsin thrives. The Rural Policy Institute is a coalition of agricultural and rural organizations. Executive Director Bob Welch says it's not an advocacy group, but a research organization. It starts with defining rural. A warm-up is coming your way along with showers. Stu Muck relies on weather observers through the National Weather Service. You could be one, too. Visit WisconsinWeatherWatchers.org. Wisconsin Farm Bureau's Jason Mugnaini says Ag Day

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11:57

Herding Hope, Healing Hearts: P.H.A.R.M. Dog USA's...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/26

In 2005, Jackie Allenbrand founded P.H.A.R.M. Dog USA to help farmers with disabilities or illnesses. The program's name stands for "Pets Helping Agriculture in Rural Missouri," and in 2012, Allenbrand added "USA" to reflect its national reach. "I started the program after hearing a farmer's story about his dog helping him manage cattle," Allenbrand said. "That inspired me to research ways trained dogs could assist farmers." P.H.A.R.M. Dog USA focuses on training rescue, shelter, and donated dogs

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8:53

Wisconsin Pest Surveys Start This Week

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

Pest survey specialists at DATCP collect and manage data on plant pests, including insects, that threaten agricultural production and pose trade barriers. Data is collected through field-based sampling and from networks of cooperators across Wisconsin. The program conducts long-term historical pest surveys, while continually adapting and developing new surveys in response to emerging threats, explains entomologist Krista Hamilton. She previews early trends based on soil, weather, and historic insect

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1:56

Top Research University Feels The Funding Freeze

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

Wisconsin's flagship university is a research powerhouse, and it relies on federal money to maintain that status. UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin tells Mid-West Farm Report that funding stoppages are evolving. She says freezes could have ripple effects in the community, particularly in science and agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:57

Finding The Right Way To Harness Renewable Energy In...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

Renewable energy has been a hot topic the last few years, especially with farmers and their land. Graham Christensen is a family farmer out of Nebraska who is also the president of a company that develops solar energy systems. He gives a different perspective on renewable energy to put minds at ease. Christensen also gives insight on the things to watch out for when signing contracts with large renewable energy companies. One of these being the companies holding on to the land for long periods of

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50:00

Spanish Speakers Train For Manure Management

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

We’re looking forward to Wisconsin’s Ag Day at the Capitol tomorrow hosted by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation and co-sponsored by several other farm advocacy groups ranging from dairy to specialty crops. But farmers have not been idle when it comes to meeting with lawmakers. Recently, biofuels took center stage when about 35 corn and soybean growers were at the state Capitol to advance policies that support renewable fuels, such as ethanol. Crop farmer Randy Hughes from Rock County

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50:00

AgResource Founder Sees Troubles Ahead And Nestle...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

Dan Basse has a chart he's watching that reflects what's happening globally with tariffs and retaliatory tariffs. It's pretty busy these days. Basse is the founder and president of AgResource. During the Professional Dairy Producers business conference he shared the direction he sees some commodities going in light of these influences. He explains what he thinks is coming to Pam Jahnke. More snow flurries for northern Wisconsin today. Stu Muck says there's more moisture building for the forecast

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50:00

Rural Policy Institute Releases New Study And Dairy's...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/25

Dairy hasn't felt the impacts of tariffs yet - but it likely will. That's the conclusion of Dr. Leonard Polzin, dairy economist at UW-River Falls and state UW-Extension Dairy Economist. Polzin talks to Bob Bosold about specific areas that might be targeted, and how Wisconsin's labeling on specialty cheeses might impact some of those tariffs. Wisconsin will look prettier today, but winds will still be gusty. Stu Muck paints a picture of weekend weather. A relatively new group has published an

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2:13

Chancellor Mnookin Champions Dairy Innovation Hub

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/24

The University of Wisconsin System is asking for $7 million in the state biennial budget to continue support for the Dairy Innovation Hub. The Hub started in 2019, supporting dairy research at three UW campuses: Madison, Platteville, and River Falls. UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin tells Mid-West Farm Report why the Dairy Innovation Hub is a priority for the campus. Dollars in the state budget go toward supporting research personnel, farms, and labs. The research spans several disciplines

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9:14

Spring Planting Stress Weighing You Down? Reach Out...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/24

As spring planting season nears, Wisconsin farmers face rising stress levels. Concerns about finances, unpredictable weather, and labor shortages can weigh heavily on their minds. Fortunately, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection offers resources like the Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Program to provide vital support. "There are so many different elements that can bring stress to a person's life," said Jessica Beauchamp, a licensed clinical social worker with the

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4:05

DBA: Support What's Working

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/24

Between the authoring of a state budget and other law-writing business going on in the State Capitol, farm lobby groups are busy. Chad Zuleger is the director of government affairs with the Dairy Business Association. He pulls out some examples of what DBA wants to see support for in the state budget. It includes $150 million for the Agricultural Road Improvement program and support for farmer-led environmental initiatives. These initiatives include producer-led watershed groups, nitrogen

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10:23

Redefining Rural: Rural Policy Institute's New Study...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/21

A new organization is working to ensure rural Wisconsin thrives. The Rural Policy Institute (RPI) was formed in July 2024 as a nonprofit, non-partisan coalition of agricultural and rural organizations. Its goal is to research and develop policies that promote generational prosperity in rural communities. "Rural Wisconsin has unique challenges, and we're here to help policymakers understand those," said Bob Welch, RPI's executive director. "We're not an advocacy group, but we provide valuable

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5:04

UW-Madison Students Team Up with National Weather...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/21

You've likely heard us talk throughout the month about becoming a rainfall reporter through the National Weather Service's Rain Gauge Rally. But how did this initiative come to be? It all started when the National Weather Service partnered with a creative group of University of Wisconsin-Madison students to develop a fresh and engaging way to encourage people to get involved. One of those students, Morgan Knilans, joined Pam Jahnke to share how the project came to life. To join the network, visit

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7:00

Next Week: Manage Sustainability Metrics & Find Value...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/21

The Carbon, Crops + Cows program, hosted by Professional Dairy Producers, helps farmers measure and manage sustainability metrics while exploring future opportunities and challenges. This one-day event will be held on March 25 in Kewaunee, and March 26 in Sun Prairie, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with lunch and materials provided. Executive Director Shelly Mayer has the details. Learn more: https://pdpw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:47

To Till Or Not To Till: Things To Think About Before...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/21

With weather starting to warm up farmers are thinking about the upcoming planting season. One of the top questions ahead of planting is whether a field should be tilled or cultivated or not. Francisco Arriaga a soil science specialist with UW-Extension says that whenever possible do not till. Choosing not to till allows nutrients to stay within the soil to better this year's crop while also decreasing erosion. He does say that if there are wet spots in a field that tilling in those spots can help

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17:03

Dry Winter Leads To Fiery Spring

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/20

Typically, through mid-March Wisconsin has around 30-50 wildfires. This year the state has seen 227. Jolene Ackerman the wildland urban program coordinator with the DNR says that an unusually dry winter may be to blame. Ackerman also says that recent warm days have led to more outdoor activities and burns that have broken containment. She also gives details on the DNR's course of action when a fire is reported as well as some safety tips for those doing a burn themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener

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