x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

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.

news

All Episodes

6:06

Keeping It Green Prevents A $150/Acre Spring Thaw

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/18

We often talk about the hard data that drives modern agriculture, but what about the everyday observations of a farmer in the field? Pairing those together could prevent $150 an acre from washing away in the spring thaw. Steve Hoffman is the president of InDepth Agronomy. As an independent crop consultant, he works with a lot of farmer-led watershed groups to set up on-farm research plots and demonstration field days. Stephanie Hoff caught up with Steve at a watershed event, who presented on his own

en-US

8:27

Limiting DNR Access To Land Near Poultry May Move...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/18

With concern over High Path Avian Influenza(HPAI) persisting in Wisconsin, Senator Pat Testin is partnering with other lawmakers to eliminate one element that might cause spread.Under current law, the Natural Resources Board may sell lands and structures owned by the state that are under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources when the board determines that the lands are no longer necessary for the state’s use for conservation purposes. A bill has now advanced out of the senate

en-US

25:01

Wisconsin Through And Through - Rural Mutual...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/18

There's a partnership unique to Wisconsin, that's all about Wisconsin. Let's do a little deeper dive on how the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation actually helped to start Rural Mutual Insurance! Pam Jahnke is joined by Jenny Martin, Rural Mutual Insurance, Director of Marketing and Mandy Ganser, WFBF, Director of Member Relations. They explain how farmers need for insurance fueled the beginning of Rural Mutual! Today, that foundation of serving the rural community continues to resonate. Martin

en-US

6:13

2026 Shows Healthy Pork Market

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

According to Lee Schulz, Chief Economist with Ever.Ag, 2023 was the worst year ever in pork production. How do markets look three years later in 2026? He tells us about the healthy balance of supply and demand in the marketplace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

7:02

WLIC Sees Success In Premise ID Renewals

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

Maintaining a record system for all of Wisconsin's livestock is no small feat, but the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium (WLIC) is up to the task. Every three years, WLIC contacts everybody who's actively in the system to renew their registration, and in 2025, the organization did just that. Julie Sweeney is the Executive Director. She tells us about the success they saw during the renewal and their priorities for 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

6:24

Stay Ahead Of Supply Chain Demands With Carbon Scores

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

Miltrim Farms in Athens, Wisconsin, is a family operation that has grown from its 1988 roots into a powerhouse milking 3,000 cows. David Trimner tells Stephanie Hoff about how they use technology and conservation research to promote sustainability, including measuring carbon through the Professional Dairy Producers' Your Farm, Your Footprint program. After all, carbon seems to be becoming the next big frontier for the modern dairy farmer, as told by David.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-US

5:45

"Hardship" Lifted For WI Pork Producers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

A recent waiver from DATCP eliminates PRRS and PEDv testing before transportation of swine across the state of Wisconsin. Jeff Morris, the Extension Swine Outreach Specialist, explains the logistics of the waiver. He explains the impact of PRRS and PEDv on the swine industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

50:00

Resolving Want Versus Need In Ag Buildings And...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

The Farm and Industry Short Course has a new leader. Mary Holle is the new program director at UW-River Falls Farm and Industry Short Course. Mary and her husband operate a 480-acre farm in Baldwin, Wisconsin, where they manage a herd of 50 registered Holsteins. She tells Stephanie Hoff about the16-week course which is specifically designed for the "slow season,"running from the last week of October to the second week of March.Students spend roughly 80% of their time at the Mann Valley lab farm,

en-US

50:00

Mexican Beef Producers Seek Safety In WI Plus Snow -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/17

The cartels that have been making news in Mexico are impacting more than just local neighborhoods. Bob Bosold visits with a group of Mexican cattle producers in attendance at the WI Cattlemen's Associaton winter convention. They explain that doing business in Mexico has become very dangerous, even for farmers! Now the group is looking at ways to transport their business into the U.S.Weather is the word for everybody in Wisconsin today. Most of the state continues with a blizzard warning until 4 p.m

en-US

8:16

Cornerstone Dairy Academy Develops Farmer To Lead...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/16

Dairying takes a lot of skill from herd management to mechanics. For Matthew Fischer, the future of his family farm in Owen depends on a different skill set: leadership. Right now, Matthew is balancing his goal to expand the family business, Henar Acres Dairy, with his career as an educational leadership consultant for the agricultural fraternity, Alpha Gamma Rho. But even as a professional in the leadership business, Matthew tells Stephanie Hoff that he has turned to the Professional Dairy

en-US

4:45

A Recent HPAI Snapshot

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/16

Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is keeping a close eye on highly pathogenic avian influenza. Dr. Heather Roney is the program veterinarian with DATCP's Division of Animal Health. She tells us the current state of the disease in Wisconsin poultry flocks and dairy herds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

8:32

Kim Bremmer Encourages Women Advocates

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/16

Whether she's talking to a crowd of people or working behind the scenes for agriculture, Kim Bremmer can wear any number of hats. The recently elected president of American Agri-Women tells us about her agriculture advocacy journey. She mentions that with busy schedules, we must find the communication avenues we are most interested in and invest our time there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

31:44

Tournament Cheaters & What To Look For When Buying A...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/14

Temperatures are warming up and open water season is here for some. Trevor from OPS Experiences gives a look at how ice fishing went in the southeastern part of the state and some considerations for the early spring season. Host Ben Jarboe and him also talk about cheating in fishing tournaments and what it does to the fisheries. Stephen Manke the General Manager at Don's Marine in Lodi shares some things you should look for when you're buying a boat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-US

9:26

FoxRAP Addresses The Human Side Of Farm Succession

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/13

A recent USDA report reveals a stark generational divide in agriculture. Of the nearly 350 million acres of rented farmland nationwide, less than 12 percent is owned by anyone under the age of 55. Our guest today says that farmland access and farm transition are two sides of the same coin. Stephanie Hoff visits with Shelly Rothman, executive director of the Foxhead Regenerative Agriculture Project, a nonprofit based in the Upper Fox River Watershed in east-central Wisconsin. They specifically serve

en-US

50:00

Delicate Balance Of Wolves And Livestock Plus Another...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/13

Wolf numbers in Wisconsin continue to grow, increasing concern from livestock owners on depradation. Jill Welke finds out how Bob Mitchell is working to deal with the conflict. Mitchell is a member of the WI Cattlemen's Association and also sits on the DNR Wolf Advisory Board. He explains the science behind how the state looks to manage the wolf population. High wind advisories are in effect across the state of Wisconsin today through the weekend. Stu Muck says we'll also have to manage through a

en-US

9:37

The Spud Strategy -- Navigating Markets, Labor &...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/12

As Wisconsin’s potato growers get ready for spring planting, they’re also looking toward their trade associations to promote policy that works for growers, not against them. Mike Wenkel is the COO of the National Potato Council. He tells Stephanie Hoff about his hefty to-do list ahead of the growing season. He’s watching that nutrition definitions are pro-potato; he’s navigating labor reform conversations in Congress; and he’s advocating for market access during a

en-US

50:00

War Disrupts Dairy Product Movement - Windecker

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/12

Inspiring young minds about their future role in agriculture and food production is part of the motivation behind the World Food Prize. Kara Henderlight is theStudent Outreach Coordinator for CALS that's coordinating their outreach for the World Food Prize and Wisconsin Youth Institute. She explains what it is and why youth should give it a look. Windy! Dangerously windy! Stu Muck says Wisconsin is already populated with high wind advisories and soon it will involve mixed precipitation. Potato

en-US

50:00

Marathon County Ready To Host Alice Finals Plus...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/12

Marathon county is excited to host the "Alice in Dairyland" finals for the first time in decades. The county has been part of the educational experience for the current Alice, Sarah Hagenow, for the past year. Pam Jahnke sits down to visit with Julie Bohr, finance committee chair for Marathon county, and Hagenow about what's unique they have to offer. Windy and wet. Those two words sum up what Wisconsinites can expect today. On Tuesday Racine picked up more than an inch of rain. Exceptionally high

en-US

6:45

Generational Service Builds Family's Fair Story

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/11

For the Immel Family, the Fond Du Lac County fair is more than just a fair. For 4 generations, the family has served in numerous coordination roles and find great enjoyment in giving to the community that helped to shape their passions. Pat and her grandson Saywer tell us how their fair story began.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

4:02

Fairest Of The Fairs Enthusiasts Encourage Contestants

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/03/11

The Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs program has been impacting people’s lives for over 60 years. Throughout the years, the sisterhood of the Fairests has remained a place where young women grow in confidence, poise and public speaking. But the community goes beyond the girls themselves. Nicole Nohl-Ress & Kevin C. Ress described themselves to me as Fairest of the Fair enthusiasts. They take joy in seeing the development the program instills in those who participate and enjoy giving back to

en-US

3,484 results

Similar Podcasts

iHeartRadio 24/7 News: The Latest

iHeartPodcasts and TTWN

Las Vegas Raiders News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Vancouver News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Open Source News Elements

Element.fm