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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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19:01

Veteran Farmer Prepares For Peony Festival

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/22

Welcome back as we introduce you to the bounty of specialty crops that Wisconsin has to offer and the families who produce them. Ovans Peony Farm in Beaver Dam is one of the sweetest-smelling farms you'll visit. Here you’ll find more than 100 varieties of peonies. Michelle Ovans takes some time with us as she prepares for the Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival. This is in Beaver Dam June 7-9. Ovans Peony Farm will be center stage during that event, but things might look a little different than

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7:23

'Drone Swarm' Approval -- Another Tool For Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/21

Instead of multiple tractors driving through farm fields, you may start to see multiple drones. The Federal Aviation Administration or FAA has planted the seeds for multiple large drones to be flown over fields or drone swarms. Preston Rice is the co-founder of Madison Area Drone Service, which specializes in agricultural drones. He says this rule change for agriculture can bring benefits to the industry, such as reducing inputs and costs. He says he is seeing drone usage grow across Wisconsin farms

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4:57

Polite Piloting -- In-Air Etiquette For Drones

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/21

"Midwest nice" now translates to how you pilot your drone. Preston Rice is the co-founder of Madison Area Drone Service. MADS sells and services drone products, specializing in agricultural drones. Rice says as the industry grows, so does the importance of safe and polite flying. He says even though the rules and regulations say you can fly pretty much wherever you want doesn’t mean you should.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:56

Choose E15 This Summer

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/21

As the driving season picks up between Memorial Day and Labor Day, ethanol producers remind you that you can buy E15 at the pump this summer. Howard Boppart joins us, grain merchandiser with Marquis Energy out of Necedah. He says the news that E15 will be allowed year-round in Wisconsin from here on out is great not just for corn and ethanol producers, but anyone filling up the gas tank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:11

NASA --Tailored for Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/20

When you think about NASA, the first images that probably come to mind are astronauts floating in space, rockets launching into the sky, or distant planets waiting to be explored. However, NASA's contributions extend far beyond the realms of space. In fact, they play a crucial role in supporting farmers here on Earth every day. Through advanced satellite technology and data analysis, NASA provides essential information that helps farmers monitor crop health, predict weather patterns, and more. Brad

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50:00

Sauvola Named Teacher Of The Year - Eat, Sleep,...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/20

An agriculture educator from New Richmond has been named Teacher of the Year 2025. Bob Bosold visits with ag education veteran, Rachel Sauvola, about her teaching philosophy.The Rural Main Street Index went negative again in the month of April. Dr. Ernie Goss from Creighton University explains what the index is telling us about current economic conditions.Eat, sleep, drink - sound simple, but during planting season it's not. Jess Beauchamp, counselor with Wisconsin's Farmer Wellness program

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24:01

Rural Mutual Round Table - Storm Season In Wisconsin...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/20

Storm season is upon us in Wisconsin, and it's important you're prepared. Abby Weiss, Director of Claims for Rural Mutual joins Pam Jahnke to talk about how Rural Mutual responds when weather events occur. Also in studio, Branden Borremans, Communications Specialist and former broadcast TV meteorologist. Borremans reviews what he sees developing with weather patterns over Wisconsin this growing season, and how producers can arm themselves with information from the National Weather Service.See

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9:34

NCFC Urges Congress to Act on Long-Standing...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/17

As the voice of farmer-owned cooperatives nationwide, the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC) is at the forefront of advocating for policies that support the success and sustainability of American agriculture. Chuck Conner, CEO of National Council of Farmer Cooperatives says the pressing issues he’s watching are global competitiveness, tax policies and labor shortages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:53

Preparing For June Dairy Month - Erika Schade

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/17

June Dairy Month is right around the corner but it’s a tradition that has been around for decades. Erika Schade, Community and Schools Manager for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin joins us for this month’s check in with dairy checkoff to highlight some of the fun you can experience. But first she shares just how June Dairy Month came to be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

WFU Questions Check-Offs And Heat's Coming - Barn Ready?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/17

Wisconsin's in a pretty good spot when it comes to detection of animal disease, communication about that disease, and mitagating movement of the disease. Stephanie Hoff talks to two state experts. Julie Sweney from the unique Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium, and Adam Brock, food safety director at the WI Dept. of Ag., Trade and Consumer Protection. Sometimes when you work with livestock, there's questions you can't find answers to. The WI Farm Center is there to help. Dr. Lynae

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11:35

NCBA's Policy Agenda

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/16

The farm bill discussion continues on capitol hill. And among those keeping a close eye on policy is the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Association Vice president of Government Affairs Ethan Lane says some of the key things they’re keeping an eye on are critical policy priorities, including the farm bill, tax policy, and emerging issues like lab-grown meat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:43

Wisconsin Farm Center -- Another Set Of Eyes On Your...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/16

Part of the Wisconsin Farm Center, the Herd-Based Diagnostics Program helps Wisconsin dairy herds of all sizes and management types. The HBDP provides veterinary consulting and diagnostic testing services to Wisconsin dairy farmers, including issues related to stray voltage. Available at no cost to program participants, the Farm Center's licensed HBDP veterinarian helps producers investigate concerns with milk production, milk quality, herd health, and more, says Dr. Lynae Schott.See

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50:00

Wedding Barn Lawsuit Moves Forward And Recycling Wind...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/16

Wedding barns are popular hosts for events across the state but now their future is in doubt. Pam Jahnke talks to Lucas Vebber, deputy counsel for WILL, Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty in Milwaukee. He's representing two wedding barns that say a new law that will take effect in 2026 violates the state's constitution.Recycling wind turbine blades isn't an easy fete but a company in Ohio is working on it. Brian Donahue with Canvus explains how they turn the blades filets into works or art

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WI High In Congressional Districts And Ag Plus Holy...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/16

It's mushroom season in Muscoda! This weekend the community celebrates the fungus with a festival. Charitee Seebecker talks with mushroom master, Tom Nondorf, veteran who helps purchase morel's for the day-long event that benefits the local VFW.The World Food Prize Laureates were announced in Washington, D.C. The two honorees are focused in on preserving crop and seed diversity. Ambassador Terry Branstad, President of the World Food Prize, made the announcement.USDA released the strongest

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8:22

Fertilizer Institute Shares Top Priorities

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/15

The Fertilizer Institute is expecting good news price-wise for farmers this year. That's according to The Institute’s President and CEO Corey Rosenbusch. He says we're heading into a more normal market period, however, he expects strong demand to continue. He added that with that, their biostimulant program is elevating product standards for growers. Central to the certification process is the rigorous evaluation of biostimulant products, ensuring adherence to baseline standards. Manufacturers

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8:40

Farm Credit Shares Insight Into current Farm Economy

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/15

Most of us have dealt with our local Farm Credit co-ops at some point. We know they function something like a bank that specializes in ag loans, but do we really understand what they’re doing? Todd Van Hoose, CEO and president of Farm Credit tells us about how they view the current farm economy and how they’re supporting farmers. "The generation on today's Farm is the most sophisticated and Technology-driven group of farmers we've ever seen," notes a spokesperson, underscoring the industry's

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8:39

AFBF Sees A Positive Sign For H-2A Visa Reform

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/15

The American Farm Bureau Federation believes that long-term workforce stability will come through a more streamlined and flexible H-2A visa program. The association says workers should be allowed to continue with an employer for as long as the employer has a need – up to three years. This allows farmers with year-round labor needs, such as dairy farms, to use the program and avoid disrupting their essential business operations. Sam Kieffer says the House Agriculture Committee has set up a bipartisan

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5:42

Good News On Gas Prices

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/14

The good news ahead of the summer driving season is that gas and diesel prices are lower than last year, and Wisconsin prices are below the national average. Patrick De Haan is the head of petroleum analysis at Gas Buddy, a technology company that tracks fuel prices across the U.S. and Canada. He says he's watching a few red flags that could reverse the drop in gas prices, such as unrest in the Middle East and hurricane season later this summer. But for now, he expects smooth sailing ahead.See

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10:55

Ballweg Ready For Veto Battle

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/14

Wisconsin Senator Joan Ballweg from Markesan is ready for the conversations happening today at the state capitol. In a conversation with Pam Jahnke, Ballweg cited two specific areas that she believes rural residents will want to watch. First, the ongoing battle over PFAS management. Ballweg says their goal with the veto override on PFAS funding focuses on not punishing innocent people caught in the process. Ballweg cites farms that allowed local municipalities to land spread sludge from their

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50:00

Wheat Peaks Trader Attention And So Does Dairy -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2024/05/14

The battle continues for acknowledgement and support of reformulated fuels in Washington, D.C. Charitee Seebecker talks to Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, about their strategies to try and get the facts to policymakers. Feed isn't something you think would involve international politics - but it does. Constance Cullman with the American Feed Association explains the dynamics of what's influencing feed prices. Flex fuels are asking for the same energy considerations and credits that legislation

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