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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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9:06

Caring for Birds in Crisis: Wisconsin Poultry Farmers...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/15

Wisconsin’s agricultural community is banding together as a challenging situation unfolds for poultry producers across the state. The closure of Pure Prairie Poultry, a Minnesota-based processing plant, has left contracted growers in Wisconsin and surrounding states with an unexpected burden: thousands of birds to care for with no financial support. "Unfortunately, we’ve seen the story unfold with Pure Prairie," said Randy Romanski, Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

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11:04

Get Your Squeak On: National Cheese Curd Day is Here!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/15

Get ready, cheese lovers! Today is dedicated to one of Wisconsin’s tastiest treasures — the squeaky, savory, irresistible cheese curd. Whether you love them fresh, fried, or flavored, National Cheese Curd Day is the ultimate celebration of this beloved snack. So, how are you planning to indulge in curd heaven this year? John Freeman, Director of Sales & Marketing for Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery shares a look at how they’re making sure no curd fan is left behind on this special day!See

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Some Promising Hybrids Performing Now - Cooper Humphries

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/15

Cooper Humphries is following the combines in Dodge, Columbia and Jefferson counties these days. He says corn continues to dry down in the fields and he's just starting to get a look at some of his plots and the hybrids that are dominating.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Project Encourages Cover Crops And Finding The New...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/15

Weather and breakdowns can shut the harvest process down quickly. Ben Jarboe finds out what farm equipment suppliers are doing to help minimize the time lost with breakdowns. He talks with Danielle Waterworth the vice president of Dealer and Customer Support for Case IH and New Holland Ag dealers. There might be a little rain in the forecast for this weekend, but Wisconsin is still very dry. Dan Marzu is the north-central region nutrient and pest management outreach specialist with the Division

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National Cheese Curd Day And Beef Market Stay Strong...

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2024/10/15

Bird migration continues over Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke talks with Ryan Brady, board member of Save Our Songbirds. Thousands of birds fly over Wisconsin heading south - and most of their travel happens overnight. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group says they've got at least 122 more auctions before the end of the calendar year. He updates Pam Jahnke. Paid for by Steffes Group. It's National Cheese Curd Day and Wisconsin celebrates it in a big way. Charitee Seebecker gets the details from the state's

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Daily Podcast

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/15

Federal Milk Marketing Orders, a new Farm Bill, international conflicts. It's all influencing where markets are going and what decisions farms need to make for 2025. Bob Bosold visit with Dan Basse, ag economist with Ag Resource, to get direction. It's Wisconsin Science Fest week statewide and agriculture is it's focus! One educational offering is Badger On Tap. It combines Bingo, beer and science. Stephanie Hoff gives us an update with Puleo Moyer. Ben Miller is a new staff member at Dairy

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9:16

Holidays & Election Add To The Stress On Family Farms

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/14

We're walking into a very stressful time of year between the harvest, the holidays, and the upcoming election. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lely Unveils Three New Products For Dairy Farms

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/14

Lely's Yellow Revolution introduces three new products for dairy farms. The new products – a manure robot that is also applicable for barns with sand bedding, an automatic feed pusher for large-scale farms, and a concept for smart monitoring of cows and barn operation – are the newest answers to the challenges that dairy farmers worldwide face. All products focus on further improving animal welfare, lowering the environmental impact of dairy farming, and improving farmer prosperity, says Ben Thorpe

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8:28

The Dairy Farmer’s New Superpower: Early Detection...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/11

Imagine being able to predict when a calf isn't feeling its best – before it even shows signs of being sick. Thanks to cutting-edge technology, dairy farmers can now keep a watchful eye on their young stock around the clock, with smart tags that track each calf’s daily habits. Brant Kreuscher, Dairy Business Development Manager for Merck Animal Health says you can forget playing guesswork with sick calves – the SenseHub Dairy Youngstock technology catches even the smallest changes in behavior,

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9:05

To Rake Or Not To Rake? Spring Lawn Beautification...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/11

While it’s technically fall in Wisconsin, people are still out with their lawnmowers, sprayers, and hoses as if it’s already time to get ready for spring. It just so happens that these last months before winter are key to a successful lawn for next year. Professor and Turfgrass Extension Specialist Paul Koch works with commercial businesses and homeowners alike on their lawns. He says mowing, mulching, herbicide application, and seeding this fall could improve your property for spring. Paul gives us

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9:19

HPAI Continues Infecting Herds - This Program Can...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/11

Of the top four dairy producing states, Wisconsin is the only one to not have a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza case in dairy cattle. But America’s Dairyland producers can still be a part of the Dairy Herd Status Program. It’s a voluntary, incentive-based program that will monitor your herd so that you can stay ahead of HPAI if it does hit Wisconsin. Rosemary Sifford is a deputy administrator for veterinary services and the chief veterinary officer with USDA. But her jurisdiction is also global

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6:36

What Farmers Need to Know: Economic Insights for Fall...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

Whether you're on the farm or at your desk, knowing about the economy is crucial for making smart choices in farming. And With changing global markets, shifting weather patterns, and new policies, keeping up with economic trends can greatly affect your farming business. Dan Basse, an agricultural economist at Ag Resource Company shares what farmers should pay attention to as we move into the fall and winter months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:27

Joe Hovel -2024 WI Leopold Conservation Award Finalist

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

Conservationist Joe Hovel has spent decades dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of forested lands across the Upper Midwest. His work has not only safeguarded thousands of acres for future generations but also inspired a broader movement toward sustainable land management. Through a combination of hands-on stewardship and collaborative partnerships, Joe has made a lasting impact on the health of critical ecosystems and has been named a finalist for the Wisconsin

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5:49

Agriculture & Beer Go Hand-In-Hand Next Week

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2024/10/10

There’s a chance for you to explore the world of agriculture while enjoying a beer or two. The Wisconsin Science Festival is going on Oct. 14-20. This is a statewide celebration of activities for all ages from hands-on science exhibitions to pub nights. This year, the theme of the festival is agriculture. Fran Puleo Moyer, associate director of outreach programs for UW Connects, says they are launching a Badgers on Tap series during the Wisconsin Science Festival where you can pair the science of

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It Started As A Hobby. Now, It's A Popular Attraction!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

Clara Hedrich of LaClare Family Creamery is our next guest in this specialty crop series with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Clara knows a thing or two about turning an idea into a thriving business model. Her experience starting a farm business, a goat milk cooperative, and an agricultural tourism destination is among the wisdom a farm can glean from joining WATA. In this episode, Clara tells us her farm's story, and how others can accomplish a similar dream. This podcast series is

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7:15

Food Finance Institute Great Resource For New Farms

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

It is hard to start a new farm in today's world, with inflation and less land being available. There are resources available to help like the Food Finance Institute. Tera Johnson the founder of the Food Finance Institute explains why she started the resource with the University as well as how they are able to help new food businesses and farmers whether it be one on one consulting or through their boot camp. She also explains some interesting trends that she is seeing through the work they do at the

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8:04

Can Your Winter Cover Handle A Fall Drought?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

The U.S. Drought Monitor puts most of Wisconsin in an abnormally dry or severe drought. That's likely to get worse as there's no rain in the forecast. Dan Marzu is the north-central region nutrient and pest management outreach specialist with the Division of Extension. He says winter crops will struggle coming out of the ground if that soil moisture isn't at around 50 percent. The good news is that Wisconsin winter crops are meant to be hardy. As we start to exit the planting window for winter wheat

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Celebrate 4-H And Pork - Plus Big Losses In CA Dairy...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/10

It's National 4-H Week! Pam Jahnke finds out how membership and activities are trending in the state from Jessica Jens, WI State 4-H Program Manager.Hurricane Milton made landfall last night in Florida. We get an update on the path of destruction from Stu Muck, ag meteorologist. October is Pork Month, but why. Christina Meylor, president of the WI Pork Association and a producer herself in Darlington, tells Pam Jahnke about seasonal productivity and why October was selected as an emphasis month.

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11:31

Protecting Our Feathered Friends

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/09

The migration of birds is currently peaking in Wisconsin, prompting a focus on avian health and conservation. Ryan Brady, a member of the Save Our Songbirds initiative, emphasizes the importance of this campaign. Over the past 50 years, North America has seen a dramatic decline in bird populations, with approximately one in three birds lost. The Save Our Songbirds campaign aims to raise awareness and suggest simple actions that can help. “Adding native plants around our homes can support local bird

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8:41

Second Harvest Food Bank Helps Those In Need And Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/09

Food Banks have become even more important since Covid and one in Wisconsin goes the extra mile by helping those in need and local farmers. Michelle Orge, the President of Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin, says that they are a connector by taking in donations and buying food for farmers and preparing it for food pantries to give out. She also explains that Second Harvest is in danger of losing their funding from Dane County and hopes people will reach out to their county board members

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