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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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WI Farm Tech Hours Away And Dairy Products Bring Good...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/12

Wisconsin Farm Technology Days starts on Tuesday in Chippewa County. Jill Welke visits with Jerry Clark, UW-Extension Crops & Soils Agent and volunteer in the rural living tent. He says they've jammed a lot of unique Chippewa County agriculture elements in just that one spot.You may need bug spray if you're attending WI Farm Tech Days. Charitee Seebecker visits with UW-Extension Entomologist, PJ Leisch, about the ramifications of the wet spring and its influence on mosquito and insect

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7:53

Rural Banks Push For Legislation To Lower Interest Rates

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

In the United States, 80 percent of banks have agriculture in their portfolio. And these banks are hoping to get a bill through Congress to give them some tax relief in order to lower costs for their rural customers. Ed Elfmann, senior vice president of agriculture and rural banking policy for the American Bankers Association, says the “ACRE Act” would help lower lending costs for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. It would do this by removing the taxation on income that’s earned from

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12:25

Creating Farm Family Harmony Through Conversation

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

Elaine Froese is a farm family transition expert from Manitoba Canada where she grew up on mixed farm. And today her husband and son farm 5,000 acres of certified seed crops. Her passion to coach farm families and start to speaking career came from experiencing her own hardships of transitioning their farm. In 1998 Elaine and her family sat down to discuss a plan, and then just a few short weeks later her mother passed leaving them with an unfinished will. Which also led to elongated and stressful

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6:08

History Is Alive At Badger Steam & Gas

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

On Aug. 16-18, join the Badger Steam & Gas Engine Club for its 61st annual show in Baraboo! The club is bringing together enthusiastic exhibitors to continue the mission of preserving agricultural and industrial heritage. This year’s feature is J.I. Case. Club President Steve Roudebush sits down with Mid-West Farm Report intern Elizabeth Schoeneberg to tell his connection to heritage machinery, and his hope for the tradition to continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:20

Sun Prairie Welcomes 71st Sweet Corn Festival!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

It’s named one of the best food festivals in the Midwest and it features food we hold dear in Wisconsin… I’m talking about the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival. Eighty tons of Wisconsin-grown sweet corn served with savory butter and sprinkled with as much salt as you like. The festival runs Aug. 14-18 at Angell Park in Sun Prairie. We’re talking with Christina Williams, Executive Director of the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce. She tells us that the festival has strong roots in the community and

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Grand Master Cheesemaker Hails From Turtle Lake

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

The Wisconsin State Fair is full of opportunities to learn about Wisconsin agriculture. Dairy Lane is one area where fairgoers of all ages can learn about Wisconsin’s vibrant dairy industry. Stephanie Hammerly, Program Assistant of the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board talks with Charitee Seebecker. Gary Gosda was named the 2024 Grand Master Cheesemaker at the WI State Fair. His maple flavored mascarpone cheese was the judges choice. He explains how they developed the flavor. Rural and

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10:43

Broadband To ALL By 2030? Money Is In Motion

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/09

At the end of July, Wisconsin got a stamp of approval from the federal government for its plan to expand broadband. The state will get $1.1 billion to bring high-speed internet access to all of its residents by the end of the decade. Brittany Beyer joins us, she’s an Extension specialist in community economic development out of Rhinelander. She has been on the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access since it started in 2020, chairing the task force for the first two years. She tells us about the

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Cristi & Phillip Statz- Century Farm, Eau Claire County

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

Legacy Hill Acres has been around since 1921 and was started when Phillip Statz's Great grandpa and grandma moved from Sun Prairie to the farm. Where they raised 15 children on the farm. Electricity was not present on the farm when they moved. And Elizabeth Statz was promised electricity, but didn't get it until 15 years later. Currently they have 117 acres of the farm are enrolled in the CRP program for Monarch butterflies. And are now starting a cut flower farm. The farm started off as a dairy

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7:26

Save Money With Grain Dryer Incentives - Jessica Mlsna

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

Since 2020, Focus on Energy has helped Wisconsin farms and agribusinesses save money with their grain bin tune up program, and energy saving incentives. In that time, 87 dryers have received incentives to upgrade their grain dryer. These incentives totaled over $1.5 million. There are 24 trade allies across the state that have assisted customers in receiving incentives and choosing an energy efficient dryer. Incentives are available through Focus on Energy for Natural Gas dryers and propane

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Unusual Amounts Of Rain Has Various Effects On Plants

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

David Stevens explains what this summer's weather has done to impact plants and gives tips for at home gardens and trees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Grain Farmers Feel The Pinch

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

Paul Mitchell, director of the Renk Agribusiness Institute, paints a bleak picture for grain farmers in 2024. The market is not paying what it costs to grow a bushel of corn or soybeans. He advises reaching out to your FSA office to see what's available to you as a safety net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Farm Tech Days Preview With Anna Maenner

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

Wisconsin Farm Technology Days General Manager Anna Maenner calls in to preview the show happening Aug. 13-15 in Cadott. Your hosts this year are Close Farms and the Chippewa Valley Music Festival Grounds. You can save money on tickets if you plan ahead!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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State Fair Auction Breaks A Record And Dairy Whey...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/08

River infrastructure is a critical transportation component for production agriculture. Stephanie Hoff finds out about its current status with Dennis Wilmsmeyer. He’s the executive director of America's Central Port in the St. Louis region. He continues to advocate for infrastructure improvements along America’s waterways, including the Mississippi River. He asks that farmers pay attention to this, too, whether they directly use the river or not. Dennis says that’s because waterways are one of the

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11:03

Impact of Heat on Dairy Calves

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/07

As the dairy industry faces the challenges of rising temperatures, a new wave of research is bringing hope to farmers and improving the welfare of dairy calves. Grace Larsen, UW-Madison Graduate Student has been helping to conduct this research and says their research explores both pre- and post-birth heat stress, aiming to improve calf welfare and enhance productivity on farms. The team's studies have uncovered several challenges that pre-wean dairy calves face during high temperatures, such as

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10:23

Tar Spot Hasn't Been Yield Limiting, Yet

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/07

UW-Madison Plant Pathology Prof. Damon Smith says while the tar spot risk has been high and folks are finding tar spot, overall the severity level -- how much disease is there -- is quite low right now. "We haven't reached the upper canopy yet, we aren't seeing yield-limiting levels of disease yet," Smith says. He says if farmers can get their corn crop through the risk window, they'll be outside of substantial yield reductions from this disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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New WFBF Benefit Can Help You Navigate H-2A

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/07

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation now has an agreement with Great Lakes Ag Labor Service to offer a member benefit, explains GLALS General Manager Sarah Black. The company helps farmers utilize the federal H-2A Temporary Agricultural Employment of Foreign Workers program to bring in workers from other countries who have the necessary skills. GLALS can now offer WFBF members assistance with application filing, worker recruitment, worker scheduling, and virtual worker orientation and onboarding.See

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Mosquitoes, Cream Puffs & Farm Auctions -- Must Be...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/07

On a Wednesday morning, the Wisconsin Bug Guy, State Entomologist PJ Liesch, has advice to reduce mosquito populations around the home and farm. Thinking about having an auction? Steffes Group, Inc. recommends giving yourself ample time to spread the word. Paid for by Steffes. Wisconsin State Fair is having a birthday party celebration for the Cream Puff on Aug. 10 with a unique new flavor, according to Kristi Chuckel. The world is watching France because of the Olympics, but before athletes

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First Time In 11 Years - Saz's Takes Home First Prize

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/05

For 11 years, the Sporkies competition has encouraged Wisconsin State Fair vendors to create next-level foods for fairgoers of all ages. Saz's has been a part of the contest since it started, and this year, they've earned first place. Director of Festivals Hannah Kitzerow walks us through the development of their recipe for the Deep-Fried Lemonade Bites and what it means to be No. 1. Look for the giant 13 ft. Golden Sporks outside of each finalist and winner location during your visit.See

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Discover America's Dairyland in Dairy Lane

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/05

The Wisconsin State Fair is full of opportunities to learn about Wisconsin agriculture. Dairy Lane is one area where fairgoers of all ages can learn about Wisconsin’s vibrant dairy industry. This is a Wisconsin State Fair news update, brought to you by Gumz Farms - from our family farm to your family’s table. Gumz Farms. Stephanie Hammerly, Program Assistant of the Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board shares more on the educational and interactive exhibits within Dairy Lane that families can

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Wisconsin State Fair This Week & Wisconsin Farm Tech...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/08/05

Bob Bosold sits down with the Wisconsin Farm Technology Days hosts. The show is Aug. 13-15 at Close Farms and Chippewa Valley Music Festival Grounds in Cadott. Tomorrow morning, the Mid-West Farm Report team will help celebrate our state's newest Century and Sesquicentennial farm families. This morning's Compeer Financial Ag Weather Update tells us how the forecast will treat us at Wisconsin State Fair Park. Ben Jarboe sits down with Mike Bertram of the Arlington ARS and Mike Peters of the West

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