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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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10:59

Bringing Sauerkraut Home: New HQ in Madison

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/30

Tailgaters and brat fans of Wisconsin, rejoice! One of the world’s leading sauerkraut producers is bringing a fresh spin on a local favorite. Flanagan Farms is owned by Fermented Food Holdings, which will be investing $13 million to expand manufacturing in Bear Creek and move its corporate headquarters to Madison. CEO Jorge Azevedo says the expansion will create 60 high-paying jobs and support Wisconsin’s agricultural economy. He joins Pam Jahnke to share more about the sauerkraut business and this

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3:01

Nice Antlers Expected This Deer Season

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/30

It might be your shot to get that 30-point buck this year! The mild winter in 2023-2024 allowed for better fawn development, higher deer populations, and great antler development, says Wisconsin's Deer Program Specialist Jeff Pritzl. The dry conditions this fall will allow hunters to access the low areas that deer typically hang out in. It also has sped up the grain harvest, which means deer will be easier to spot. The only con is that the nine-day gun deer hunt falls on the latest date on the

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12:34

Don't Get Batty With Bats

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/30

Bats are a very important part of our ecosystem here in the Midwest and even help our farmers. Jennifer Redell, a Cave & Mine Specialist with the Wisconsin DNR, explains what the different species of bats found in Wisconsin are, as well as how White-nose syndrome has affected the population. She also explains why we should keep them around, and what to do if one of these winged friends makes its way into your home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:19

Farms Face Threats -- FBI Is On Alert

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/30

Special Agent Scott Mahloch of Milwaukee says the FBI pays careful attention to the many facets of the food supply chain, from technology to animals, that are at risk for attack. The FBI wants to get the word out that there are a lot of vulnerabilities within agriculture. This means there's room for an attack on our food supply from when a calf is born on the farm to when it ends up on the plate after traveling, processing, packaging, and arriving at the grocery store. Scott says threats are both

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5:19

Harvest Proves Genetics Mattered - Dr. Brent Tharp

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/30

Even in a weather challenged year like 2024, plant breeders can learn something. As the field data pours in, Dr. Brent Tharp, Technical Product Manager with Wyffels Hybrids is evaluating performance. Tharp says despite the wet conditions that spring planting confronted, tried and true Wyffels Hybrids are proving their worth this fall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

Markets Are Anxious In Front Of Elections - Heinberg

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/29

Rick Adamski and Valerie Dantoin, the hardworking farmers at Full Circle Farm in Shawano County, have been named finalists for the Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award. Their family farm, which has been around for over a century, shows a strong commitment to sustainable farming through creative conservation practices. Rick and Valerie talk with Charitee Seebecker about how they manage grazing and diversify what they grow. They've effectively blended caring for the environment with their farming

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8:45

New Animals? New Address? New Email? Update That...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/28

Whether you’ve got 3,000 cows or three chickens, the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium is reminding you to update your premise ID if you have livestock. Julie Sweney is WLIC’s executive director. They are the organization that manages these premise registrations for the state. If there’s an animal disease outbreak, it allows the state to come up with a plan to protect livestock owners. Julie reminds us that it’s also the state law to register your premise. Update your information today

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50:00

Wisconsin Has A National FFA Officer Plus Even...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/28

Farmers deal with all types of stress. Weather, prices. Monica McConkey is a rural mental health specialist and one of two state-funded farm counselors in Minnesota. She has some advice for us on how and when to get help before you or a loved one goes into crisis mode. After all, the agriculture community is even more susceptible to stress and depression due to the weather and crop prices. She discusses it with Stephanie Hoff.Windy conditions could take more leaves off Wisconsin trees. Stu Muck,

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7:26

Commodity Prices Drive Ag Loan Decisions

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/28

In September, the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates for the first time in four years. They cut rates by a half point to support the economy. But the move is likely to not play a role in stimulating the ag economy as farmers face low grain prices, explains agricultural banker Jeff Wilke of Green Bay. Wilke is the chair of the Agricultural Banking Section within the Wisconsin Bankers Association. He says right now, his customers are focused on their balance sheets, increasing farm efficiencies,

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7:27

Sheep Milk Cheese Processor Ups Production In New Space

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

Landmark Creamery has officially moved into its new production space near Monroe and has started bulking up their sheep milk cheese production by nearly triple the amount. Anna Landmark is a cheesemaker and co-owner of Landmark Cheese. She says with support from the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance, they’ve been able to accomplish a long-awaited dream. Landmark Creamery has moved into the former Deppeler's Swiss Cheese factory, renting from Chalet Cooperative. The move has streamlined milk hauling

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49:48

Farmer Mental Health Support Grows & Compeer Talks...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

Dorothy Harms, the chairperson of the Farmer Angel Network says their goal is to help get the word out about farmer mental health and help families get the help they need for their loved ones. This also led to a sister chapter formed by Jennifer Webster who lost her father to suicide. They each tell their stories and give tips on how to recognize signs of mental distress. The state Department of Transportation is taking big steps to improve the roads that farmers rely on daily. The Agricultural Road

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8:14

Tools Available For Dairy Farmers Wanting To Host Tours

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

Have you ever considered giving farm tours on your dairy? Joe Statz, an owner at Statz Brothers Dairy Farms in Sun Prairie, says it's rewarding. His family milks about 4,700 cows and farms 10,000 acres of land. He says farm tours are an opportunity to tell the farm’s history, share their pride, and showcase how they steward the land. Dairy farmers looking to give tours have resources available to help them through Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Liza Schlintz, dairy farm communications manager with DFW,

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7:10

That's A Wrap On Alsum's Potato Harvest

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

Beau Hartline, farm manager at Alsum Farms in Arena and Grand Marsh, says it was a bit of a mad dash to get the potatoes out of the ground before the frost on Oct. 15. He says the yield was average or a little bit below this year for many growers. Now, those spuds are going to be in storage for up to 10 months. In other news, the Idaho-based Lamb Weston, the largest producer of french fries in North America, announced a restructuring plan on Oct. 1 that included immediately closing a production

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9:57

WI Water and Soil Health Conference To Focus On...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

As we transition into the winter meeting season, preparations are underway for a significant conference in Wisconsin Dells, set for December 17-18, which combines the Discovery Farms and Wisconsin Cover Crop conferences. This year’s focus will be on managing soil health and water quality while addressing challenges like herbicide-resistant weeds. With over 400 expected attendees, including farmers, agronomists, and conservation professionals, the event aims to foster collaboration and innovation in

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9:30

ARIP: Stronger Roads for Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/25

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is taking big steps to improve the roads that farmers rely on every day. Launched as part of the 2023 budget, the Agricultural Road Improvement Program (ARIP), is set to upgrade around 490 miles of agricultural roadways. Joel Nilsestuen, Assistant Deputy Secretary for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation shares more about the program and just how much demand is out there for these types of funds. The first round of applications saw a robust response,

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5:49

Co-ops View On This Years Harvest

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/24

The harvest this fall has come on fast with the dry weather, and cooperatives are working to make sure farmers have a place for their grain. Justin Friesz, the senior director of commodity training at CHS, explains that with this fast inflow of grain they are working to transport out grain as fast as possible to allow a place for farmers to store. This is creating a stress on the transportation industry, but Friesz says overall they are handling it well. The dry fall also means the grain is coming

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50:00

New Cheese Plants Could Shape Milk Prices

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/24

While the county fair season may be over – it’s still on the mind of some. Jayme Buttke shares how this fair season went and what's next for the Wisconsin Association of Fairs.Are you using your refrigerator drawers correctly? Are you extending the shelf life of your apples, onions, or squash to the best of your ability? Rachel Wandrei works with a locally grown program within the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. She tells us how to get the most out of our fall bounty, whether we grew it

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7:35

Store Produce So It Lasts All Winter - You've Already...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/23

Are you using your refrigerator drawers correctly? Are you extending the shelf life of your apples, onions, or squash to the best of your ability? Rachel Wandrei works with a locally grown program within the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. She tells us how to get the most out of our fall bounty, whether we grew it ourselves or picked it up at an orchard, patch, or farmers market. And guess what? It doesn't take elbow grease!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Elevators Stay Fluid During Early Harvest &...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/23

It's been 20 years since the cranberry was named Wisconsin's state fruit. Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association Executive Director Grant Holley tells Charitee Seebecker that the cranberry yield looks good as producers continue harvesting through the end of the month. The heat late in the season helped. After harvest, WSCGA will focus on improving workforce development. Cocoa prices have doubled in the past 10 months due to adverse weather in West Africa, says Wells Fargo. That means

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4:34

Wyffels Wednesday - Lucas Clayton - Data Speaks For...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/23

Lucas Clayton joins us on a Wyffels Wednesday. Clayton is a district sales manager with Wyffels Hybrids in the Southwest corner of Wisconsin. As you plan for the 2025 growing season, Wyffels Hybrids can help you make the best decision for your field. Since no two growing seasons are the same, having multiple years of data behind a hybrids package is a valuable asset, Clayton explains. Plant your independence at wyffels.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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