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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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4:46

Holiday Giving with the Fair Includes a Special Cream...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/06

The Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation invites supporters to spread holiday cheer through unique giving opportunities that celebrate cherished memories of the Wisconsin State Fair. From commemorative benches to festive ornaments, there are many ways to give back while honoring traditions. Anna Zeck, Executive Director of the Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation, shared, “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors. Their support ensures the fair continues to thrive for

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8:41

Free Workshop Helps Farmers Tackle Conservation...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/06

Farmers across Wisconsin are encouraged to join a robust conversation on conservation practices and soil health at the 3rd Annual Soil Health Workshop and Rock River Resiliency Event on Tuesday, December 10. Hosted by the Rock River Regenerative Grazers and local watershed groups, the event provides a dynamic platform for learning, networking, and sharing solutions to build agricultural resilience. “This event is all about practical solutions,” said Kirsten Jurcek, coordinator for the Rock River

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8:22

Animal Rights Activists Are Advancing Tactics

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/06

Being a livestock owner has always been difficult and over the years has been harder due to animal rights activists. Although the numbers of events of these groups have not changed much, the severity of their tactics has. Emily Ellis the Communications Manager with the Animal Agriculture Alliance explains how more extreme cases are showing up with activists breaking onto farms and releasing animals. She also explains ballot initiatives that were in the recent election and how Madison Wisconsin could

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8:24

Wisconsin Farmer Named Young Angus Breeder Of The Year

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/06

The American Angus Association held their convention in Fort Worth Texas recently held their convention where one Wisconsin farmer took home the Young Angus Breeder Of The Year. Cody Quam of the Marda Angus farm in Lodi won this pristine honor. He explains what led up to winning this award and what it means to him and his family. He also gives a look as to why they do this work and what they hope to do for the industry in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

Bigger Drones Than Ever Plus, Same Milk - More Cheese...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/06

Pheasants Forever is trying to engage with farmers and landowners to acquire more partners to provide habitat for the birds. Charitee Seebecker finds out about the benefits with Anna Karels from Pheasants Forever.Huge improvement coming for weekend weather. Stu Muck, ag meteorologist, delivers the details. Steve Bailie, Branch Manager with Helena Agri in Monroe, wraps up the growing season with Pam Jahnke. Thanks to moderate weather, they're still doing soil sampling for next year. Paid for by

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6:24

2025 Wisconsin Ag Outlook: Fresh Format, Fresh Insights

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/05

The 2025 Wisconsin Agricultural Outlook Forum is set to bring fresh insights and dynamic conversations to Wisconsin’s agricultural community. Hosted by the Renk Agribusiness Institute, the forum will take place on Tuesday, January 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Varsity Hall at Union South, UW–Madison. The event’s theme, “Wisconsin Agriculture Under a Second Trump Presidency,” reflects timely discussions about the changing landscape of agriculture under new leadership. “This year, we’re stepping

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11:06

Brighten Your Holidays With A Real Tree

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/05

The Holiday season is upon us and a staple for this time of year is the Christmas tree. From the experience of cutting down your own tree to the intoxicating smell in your home, live Christmas trees are unlike any other. Greg Hann with the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association speaks to the great supply the industry has this year due to timely rain. He also gives tips on what to look for when picking out your perfect tree as well as how to keep it alive and green for as long as possible.See

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8:05

Navigating New Herbicide Regulations

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/05

It's been less than a year that farmers have been under a new regulation for their herbicides. The EPA’s Herbicide Strategy dictates if, how, and when a farmer can use an herbicide on their farm. Any time that a crop protection product gets reviewed or renewed, the EPA can determine if "mitigation measures" (conservation practices, etc.) need to happen on the farm in order for the grower to use it. Mary Kay Thatcher joins us from Syngenta. She leads federal government and industry relations. She

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9:27

Wisconsin Ag Proves To Be Powerful - Ben Miller

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/05

A recent survey released by two UW-Madison Ag Economists solidified how important all of Wisconsin agriculture is to the state's bottom line. Dairy, as you'd expect, was leading the way. Ben Miller, Senior Vice President of Industry Relations for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, visits with Pam Jahnke to recap some of the key take-aways from the report focused on dairy. Miller notes that the strength that is witnessed in the survey results didn't happen overnight. It's been a generational commitment by

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50:00

The Price Of A Steel Can And Grocers Plus Cheese...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/05

Animal rights groups are gaining momentum behind the scenes as the Farm Bill's compiled, and as more ballot initiatives show up in states. Ben Jarboe gets an update from Emily Ellis- communications manager for the animal agriculture alliance.Wind chills are taking Wisconsinites into subzero territory today. Stu Muck, ag meteorologist, explains the improvements on the way.The price of steel is just one ingredient that might be pushing your grocery bill higher. That, and helping consumers

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9:19

Battle Against Isolation - Amber Miller

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/04

Holiday's can be a wonderful time! Families coming together. Friends reconnecting. New experiences. It can also be an awful time for people that are isolated and alone. AARP of Wisconsin is continuing to deploy resources to have help individuals and their families manage through. Amber Miller, Senior Associate State Director of Outreach with AARP of Wisconsin, visits with Pam Jahnke about the resources that are free, and available to anyone that needs them. Miller says that although many of the

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2:59

Leroy Mielke - Century Farm In Shawano County

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/04

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report we like to honor and share the stories of farms that have been in Wisconsin for over 100 years. Leroy Mielke shares the story of the 117-year history of his farm in Shawano County, as well as some memories from his 70 years of living there going from dairy cows to peonies. This story is brought to you by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:25

Nicholas Stanek- Blue River Mill Century Farm In...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/04

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report, we like to share the stories of farms that have been around for over 100 years. Nicholas Stanek with Blue River Mill Farm, out of Grant County, shares the story of his farm that started with his grandparents in 1923 after coming to Wisconsin from the Czech Republic. This story is brought to you by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:10

Probiotics - Good For Cheese, Cattle, Crops & YOU

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/04

Gut health has been a part of the dairy tradition for more than a century in both people and the animals in their care. Steve Lerner is the senior scientific and business advisor at Novonesis, formerly known as Chr. Hanson. Lerner tells Mid-West Farm report about how their probiotics and gut health solutions are making a difference across the supply chain, from cows in the pasture to cheese on your plate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:07

Biosecurity Research Adapts To H5N1 & Japanese...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/04

After some backyard hogs in Oregon State contracted the bird flu, the Swine Health Information Center has its guard up. The highly pathogenic avian influenza is not the only animal disease that the center is watching, but it's new on the list since it was found in a few pigs in October. Associate Director Lisa Becton says SHIC has a new H5N1 Research Program and is seeking proposals. Becton also updates the Mid-West Farm Report on the Japanese encephalitis virus research. Finally, she highlights

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10:58

Bison Meat Makes Its Mark in Wisconsin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/03

Bison ranching has a rich history in Wisconsin, and farms like Bluestem Bison, LLC exemplify the industry's success. Located in Fond du Lac County, Bluestem Bison raises bison and operates a thriving meat business. The farm processes about 12 animals annually, ensuring a steady supply of premium bison meat. With approximately 38 bison currently roaming their 100-acre pasture, the operation is a testament to the careful balance of sustainable land use and animal care. "Bison are incredibly resilient

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4:16

Keep An Eye On Fertilizer - Steve Bailie - Helena

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/03

Steve Bailie, Branch Manager for Helena Agri in Monroe, has been busy with his staff combing through combine harvest records for the past few weeks. He says some farms have been surprised by the end result of what had been a challenging growing season. With those surprises, though, comes questions about what nutrients were pulled from those fields and need to be replaced in 2025. Bailie is like many in agriculture, anxious about what might happen with fertilizer supplies and prices in the new

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8:43

Hunters Showed Up For The Nine-Day Gun Deer Hunt

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/03

Preliminary figures show hunters registered 189,622 deer during the 2024 gun deer season, including 89,787 antlered and 99,835 antlerless deer. Compared to 2023, the gun season harvest total is up 5.2% statewide, with the antlered harvest up 3.6% and the antlerless harvest up 6.6%. Deer Program Specialist Jeff Pritzl has the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:28

ACE Talks Tesla & The Appetite For Flex Fuel Vehicles

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/03

There’s work to do in 2025 to ensure that ethanol, a renewable fuel made from corn, continues to see market growth for the next four years. Ron Lamberty is Chief Marketing Officer of the American Coalition for Ethanol, working with oil companies and convenience store chains to sell higher blends of ethanol in gasoline ranging from E15 to E85. Lamberty tells the Mid-West Farm Report he wants to see the Trump administration support tax credits for car companies to manufacture flex-fuel vehicles. He

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50:00

Protection Is The Theme - For Poultry And Your 2025...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/12/03

Cover crops have found favor with a lot of acres in Wisconsin. Now grazing those cover crop acres for livestock is catching on. Charitee Seebecker finds out how the momentum's changing. Ron Schoepp Shoepp Farms in Lodi, has been a leader in sustainable farming practices for decades. With a focus on rotational grazing, no-till farming, and conservation efforts, the farm has worked tirelessly to protect the land and improve farming methods. Farm owner Ron Schoepp shares how his family's

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