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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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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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50:00

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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50:00

Ukraine Farmers Share Experience & Alfalfa Used For...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/09

The war in Ukraine creates many hardships for the farmers including worrying about drone strikes. Stephanie Hoff talks to Olga Polozova about how their ability to farm has been impacted by the war. It's a Wyffels Wednesday and Farm Director Pam Jahnke talks to Steve Quade about how their varieties of corn dealt with the wet spring and dry fall. Charitee Seebecker catches up with Marta Kohmann, a UW-Extension forage specialist, to see how alfalfa can be used for more than just feed as a cover crop

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9:20

Celebrating National 4-H Week: Empowering Future...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/08

National 4-H Week, celebrated from October 6-12, honors the impact of 4-H programs that have shaped youth leaders for over 100 years. In Wisconsin, the tradition continues as youth develop essential life skills through hands-on learning. Angie Ulness, Manitowoc County Dairy Youth Specialist and 4-H alum, shares her 4-H journey and its lasting influence. "I joined 4-H as soon as I was old enough," Ulness recalls. "Our family was active in the Maplewood Beavers 4-H club. From dairy projects to

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10:18

New Tool Helps You Find Best Alfalfa Cutting Dates

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/08

Alfalfa growers have a tool at their disposal courtesy of Extension that can help them determine the best time to cut their stands. The cut time can dictate just how persistent your alfalfa is. Scott Newell joins us. He’s the alfalfa outreach specialist at the UW-Madison’s Division of Extension. He says fall cutting management is an important part of managing alfalfa persistence and maintaining productivity through the life of a stand. When we cut alfalfa, it takes energy to push new shoots and

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5:41

Bayer Explores Best Veggie Traits Right Here In...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/08

Bayer Crop Sciences does its vegetable research and development right here in Wisconsin - DeForest, to be specific. Site lead Ben Stonewall says the research station looks at sweet corn, onions, beans, peas, and carrots, just to name a few. They look at the early stages of these vegetables to ensure a quality seed gets to producers. Stonewall explains that quality seeds are high-yielding and can handle the pressures from Mother Nature, such as disease or drought. Wisconsin ranks highly in the nation

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8:48

Are You Feeding Your Calves Too Much? There's An App...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/08

New research shows dairy calves might be getting too much to eat in their first couple of feedings. Dairy farmers might need to make an adjustment. Luckily, there’s an app for that. Dr. Don Sockett is a veterinarian with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Lab. And Dr. Tom Earleywine is the director of nutritional services with Land O Lakes Animal Milk Solutions. Together they’ve found a way to empower dairy farmers to make better colostrum-feeding decisions for calves as the original

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10:23

Unlocking Alfalfa's Benefits for Dairy Farms

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/07

Dairy farmers are always on the lookout for ways to boost efficiency and sustainability in their operations. One often overlooked strategy may already be growing in their fields—alfalfa. Beyond being a reliable forage, this crop holds incredible potential to improve soil health and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers. Marta Kohmann, UW-Extension forage specialist, dives into the science behind how alfalfa not only feeds livestock but also benefits the entire farming system. See

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4:06

U.S. Export Opportunities Grow In Wisconsin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/07

World Dairy Expo makes Wisconsin a hot spot for visiting trade partners. Haley Milan is the global agribusiness team leader at the U.S. Commercial Service. She coordinates delegations from around the world to come to the U.S. and buy products. World Dairy Expo is one of the trade shows where she brings international groups. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:47

In Wisconsin, Ukrainian Dairies Find Tools To Keep...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/07

About a dozen Ukrainian dairy farmers came to Wisconsin this past week to experience the World Dairy Expo and to explore new technologies to bring back home. Olga Polozova from central Ukraine owns Krasnogirske, LLC and is a member of the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine. She says it wasn't easy to organize a trade delegation to the U.S. since men need special permission to leave the country, but they did it. And the highlight of the trip was learning about how farms can create their own

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4:50

Wet And Dry Materialize In Yields - Steve Quade

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/07

2024 has been far from ideal for corn growing in Wisconsin. Now agronomists and farmers across the state are learning about just how resilient corn genetics can be! Steve Quade, Regional Manager for Wyffels Hybrids, has been pulling yield data from key plot locations in Jefferson, Dane, Green and Rock counties. He notes that a lot can depend on soil type, but yields remain impressive given the weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:35

Dairy Care with a Global Perspective

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/04

From growing up on a dairy farm in Brazil to becoming a trusted expert in Wisconsin’s dairy heartland, Dr. Tiago Tomazi has always had cows in his sights. Now a Technical Services Veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, he's bringing his global experience and passion for animal care to the barns of Wisconsin. Tomazi explains what brought him to Wisconsin and how he intends to support our farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:40

Where Are Cattle Genetics Going? Where Have They Been?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/04

The genetics that farmers want in a dairy cow was not the same 10 years ago as it is today. And it won’t be the same 10 years from now, either. That’s according to this year’s World Dairy Expo International Person of the Year Paul Larmer of Semex. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:01

Wisconsin Cheese Gets a Top Boost from Top Chef

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/03

Abrielle Kane chats with Pam about how 90% of Wisconsin milk is made into Wisconsin cheese. In tunrn 90% of that cheese is sold out of state. Thanks to programs like Top Chef, they are seeing a bump in the demand and recognition of Wisconsin cheese. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:37

Before Helene, South Carolina Farm Economy Already...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/03

South Carolina Farm Bureau President Harry Ott saw Hurricane Helene’s fury first-hand on his family’s crop farm. And he estimates the state’s agriculture industry will lose millions of dollars during a year that’s already been hard for farmers with low prices and poor weather. Ott stresses that the need for the improvements in Farm Bill drafts are critical. He's asking Congressional leaders to get a Farm Bill out the door as soon as possible. He expects the delays from what was supposed to be a 2023

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7:48

Zippy Duvall: Farm Bill, FMMO & Labor Are Key To...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/03

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall tells us that natural disasters such as the destruction from Hurricane Helene, underscore the need for a stronger farm economy. He says farm labor solutions, reformed Federal Milk Marketing Orders, and crop insurance updates in the Farm Bill are the keys to a resilient farm economy. He tells us what a timeline looks like for a Farm Bill that was supposed to get passed in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

FB Presidents Share Hurricane Update And Global...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/03

World Dairy Expo welcomed Farm Bureau presidents from across the U.S. Stephanie Hoff caught up with the presidents of South Carolina and North Carolina Farm Bureaus to discuss agriculture damage caused by Hurricane Helene. AFBF President, Zippy Duvall, has roots in dairy. He says he's glad to be in Wisconsin, and is really enjoying the World Dairy Expo.Center ring at World Dairy Expo is not only a display area for elite cattle, it's also a photographic backdrop for media from around the world.

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6:38

North Carolina Farms Rebuild After Hurricane Helene

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/10/03

What is it like having a hurricane hit your farm? Imagine floods so big it displaces your cattle. Imagine your crop leveled just as you were about to harvest. That’s the story we’re hearing from the Carolinas. Shawn Harding is the president of North Carolina Farm Bureau. North Carolina was one of the states hit by Hurricane Helene, where crops and livestock were among the storm’s victims. Shawn’s strawberry farm was not hit by Hurricane Helene, but he’s been fielding calls from members around the

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