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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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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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4:22

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Sarah Hagenow

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/20

Sarah Hagenow, Poynette, feels at home in Wisconsin’s agricultural industry and enjoys telling the stories of its hard-working people. She is a senior at the University of Minnesota and will graduate with a degree in agricultural and food business management and a minor in international agriculture. Hagenow’s youth was characterized by involvement in 4-H and FFA, which spurred her to join the Gopher Dairy Club, Agricultural Business Club, Agricultural Mentor Program, and the dairy cattle

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4:12

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Olivia Lulich

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/20

Olivia Lulich, Lyndon Station, currently teaches agricultural education at Viroqua Area Schools. She graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science in agriculture education. There she held leadership roles in Block and Bridle, National Agri-Marketing Association, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Ambassadors, and the International Sales Team. As a 4-H and FFA member, she owned, raised, and showed beef cattle and market lambs. She has interned with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin,

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50:00

Crawford County Prepares For "Alice" And U.S. Holds...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/20

Rain Gauge Rally 2025 continues with the National Weather Service asking the general public to engage as rainfall reporters and weather observers. Ben Jarboe finds out more about the staff behind the forecast by talking to Sarah Marquardt, Senior Service Hydrologist / Meteorologist in the NWS office in Sullivan. She explains how they network with other forecasters to pool information and knowledge for the best outcomes. The first day of spring is dealing a mix of precipitation across Wisconsin

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50:00

Beef Nutrition Reaches All Ages And Calving Season Is...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/20

Calving season can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging times on the farm. Ensuring healthy deliveries and strong calves requires preparation, vigilance, and the right tools on hand. Charitee Seebecker gets some tips from veterinarian, Dr. Angela Garavet, with Armor Animal Health says that with unpredictable weather and unexpected complications always a possibility, knowing what steps to take can make all the difference. Wild weather on its way to Wisconsin. Stu Muck tells us we'll start

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9:52

Real Results, Real Yields: BASF’s New Challenge for...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/19

Farmers now have a new opportunity to improve their crop yields with the launch of BASF’s Real Results Yield Challenge. This initiative aims to show how fungicides can protect yields and maximize returns. Recent USDA data shows that average crop yields were down 5% in late 2024. "We heard many farmers express regret over missed fungicide applications that impacted their yields," said Brady Spangenberg, Marketing Director for Crop Protections with BASF US Agricultural Solutions. "By planning

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6:16

Child Care & Health Insurance Woes Inhibit Farm Success

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/19

Challenges on the farm? Maybe your mind first moves to equipment malfunctions, animal health, or crop conditions. Weather and markets probably top the list, too. But Farm Management Outreach Specialist Stephanie Plaster says more and more families struggle with navigating child care and health insurance options. She calls these "hidden challenges" on farms. Stephanie is hosting a workshop on how to address child care and health insurance needs at the Marshfield Public Library on March 26. The Health

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6:35

Don't Graze Livestock Too Early

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/19

Don’t jump the gun in putting your cattle out on pasture. It could hurt your forage supply in the long run. This is according to Adam Abel. He’s the State Grazing Land Specialist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service or NRCS. He jokes that when he sees animals grazing already this time of year, he’s got to refrain from knocking on doors.He advises new grazers to get involved with grazing networks in their area. You can find them at grassworks.org. Adam says pasture walks

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4:39

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Natalie Roe

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/19

Natalie Roe, Monticello, grew up on a 5,000-acre cash crop farm with a commercial grain elevator. Roe graduated from UW-Madison in December 2024 with bachelor’s degrees in dairy science and life sciences communication and a certificate in digital studies. After holding many summer internships in agriculture and communications roles, Roe now works full-time with Broadhead as a social media coordinator. In this role, Roe combines her love of agriculture and communications. She uses her

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4:05

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Mikayla Flyte

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/19

Mikayla Flyte, Coloma, is completing a master’s degree in exercise science with a concentration in sports psychology from Ripon College. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree in English and education from Ripon College in spring 2024 after student teaching at Berlin Middle School and Laconia High School. Flyte competed for five years on the college’s cross-country team and is now a graduate assistant coach. She is active in her family’s central Wisconsin fruit and

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11:05

Trade Tensions and Market Moves: What’s Next for...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

Farmers are facing a bumpy road ahead as trade policies and global economic shifts create uncertainty in agriculture. Dan Basse, President of AgResource Company, recently shared his insights on these challenges and what they mean for the industry. "We're now trading every headline," Basse explained. "Many experienced traders are stepping away because forecasting decisions has become difficult." One of Basse's primary concerns is U.S. trade policy. "Agricultural markets are driven by either policy or

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9:03

Farming Without Limits: An AgrAbility Success Story

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

For many people in Wisconsin, farming is a way of life, but what if you were to have an accident that changed how you do things forever? John Mitchell of Mitchell Brothers farm shares his story of an accident that had him questioning the future of his operation. After losing his right arm and needing his left foot reattached, he shares how the AgrAbility program has allowed him to continue doing what he loves. Mitchell says that the program helped change the controls on equipment and make tools

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6:37

Who Owns Your Farm's Data?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

Data on the farm is valuable, not just to the farmer but to other business entities. But who really owns and controls on-farm data coming in through smart devices? Bill Oemichen is a professor of law at UW-Madison's Division of Extension. He tells us where your farm information is going and how you can get additional value from the data. First, he reminds us just how much information a farm can provide. Find more resources: https://farms.extension.wisc.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:38

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Michelle Stangler

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

Michelle Stangler, Watertown, grew up on her family’s dairy farm and was active in 4-H and FFA. She earned a Bachelor of Science in journalism and agricultural marketing communications in May 2024 from UW-River Falls. There she held leadership roles in Collegiate Farm Bureau and other agricultural communication organizations. Stangler completed internships with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, Mid-West Farm Report, Brownfield Ag News, and WEAU 13 News; served as the 2024 Dodge County Fairest of the

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3:10

Meet Alice In Dairyland Candidate Allison Foster

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

Allison Foster, Waupun, is an enthusiastic food scientist with a passion for sharing the story of agriculture and food with others. Foster is a Scientist II at Grande Cheese Company where she works to improve cheesemaking processes and create new products. She holds a Bachelor of Science in dairy science from UW-Platteville, where she gained experience in research and communications. In addition to her work, Foster coordinates care package services for Operation Not Alone and manages her own Jersey

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50:00

Don't Rush Animals To Pasture - And Beef Margins...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/18

A Wisconsin beef producer has been named secretary/treasurer of the Cattlemen's Beef Board. Terry Quam from Marda Angus in Lodi was named to the position in January. Bob Bosold visits with Quam about the direction of the industry, challenges identified by CBB, and how they're working to invest checkoff dollars wisely to get answers. Today will be fine weatherwise, but Wednesday gets interesting. Stu Muck is reminding rainfall reporters that they're "on deck" for precipitation updates starting

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9:15

Healthy Calves, Happy Farmers: Tips for Calving Season

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/03/17

Calving season can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging times on the farm. Ensuring healthy deliveries and strong calves requires preparation, vigilance, and the right tools on hand. Veterinarian Dr. Angela Garavet with Armor Animal Health says that with unpredictable weather and unexpected complications always a possibility, knowing what steps to take can make all the difference. For additional resources, Garavet recommends visiting dairy.extension.wisc.edu for helpful videos and in-person

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