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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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7:34

Revising Federal Milk Marketing Orders

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/13

Hearings are currently taking place in Carmel, Indiana regarding revisions to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders. Revisions will affect how milk and other dairy products are priced. These hearings have taken place for several week and will continue into October. Jeff Lyon, the General Manager of Farm First Dairy Cooperative was in Caramel testifying in front of the committee. He shares what he’s seeing and feeling at the hearings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

Crop Insurance Influencing Corn Silage Decisions

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/12

Whether or not to harvest corn for grain or silage is the most common question reaching Jenny Brown's desk this time of year. Brown is a multi-peril specialist with Rural Mutual Insurance working with farmers on acres across Wisconsin. She says it's still a bit early, but she expects claims to be up this year due to drought and storm damage. She also anticipates more growers will sign up for crop insurance this spring. Brown reminds farmers to keep their insurance agent in the loop when making

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9:40

Ag Rescue Training Helps First Responders Prepare For...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/12

Firefighters and EMS are often trained to handle a wide range of emergencies, including high frequency, low risk incidents such as roadside collisions and carbon monoxide alarms. However, farming emergencies pose a unique set of challenges due to their low frequency and high risk nature, which can be unpredictable and hazardous for both the victim and emergency responders.To better prepare for these situations, firefighters require extensive training and resources that are specific to the farming

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8:49

UW Sheep Unit Planning Exciting Events This Fall

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/12

UW Sheep Unit Research Program Manager Todd Taylor has a smile on his face discussing plans for this coming year. He recently dispersed a group of ewes to replenish the herd with new genetics after an on-going research project was completed. Taylor is welcoming new and ongoing research projects into the barn and hopes to encourage more student engagement. “The sheep unit is designed to support research, extension and teaching,” says Taylor. “Research has been ramping up at the farm over the last

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50:00

Get Ready For USDA's World Ag Supply Report - John...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/12

The harvest is approaching quickly and safety must be key. Jill Welke visits with Laura Siegal, Health Communications Officer with AgriSafe Network about resources they make available to help make the harvest safe.Multiple generations are excited to be processing and preserving all the bounty from their gardens, but beware of food poisoning possibilities. Stephanie Hoff catches up with Heather Quackenboss, UW-Extension Home Economist in LaCrosse County, about risky practices that can make people

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50:00

Sheep! From Ireland To Wisconsin - That's What We're...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/12

Dairying in Ireland is definitely different that what we have in Wisconsin. Bob Bosold finds out about the market, weather and consumer trends from Lorcan McCabe, northern Ireland producer.WI sheep producers are seeing an uptick on activity for their animals. Charitee Seebecker talks to Eric Meudt, vice president of WI Sheep Breeders Cooperative, about growth the industry's experiencing especially for animals to graze under solar farms.Wisconsin has a laser focus on ag exports. Chad Vincent is

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10:34

Shearing Sheep is a Family Affair

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/11

As long at there are sheep, there is a need for people to shear those sheep. Joe Huber of Huber Sheep Shearing has been shearing sheep for decades. He travels all across Wisconsin shearing for farmers with flocks of various sizes. Huber shares what goes into shearing sheep and how it has changed over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:24

Lamb Demand Remaining Steady

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/11

Sheep demand is remaining steady compared to past years. That’s according to Eric Meudt, Vice President of the Wisconsin Sheep Breeders cooperative. He says the holidays and ethnic markets are two key driving factors. “While carcasses have not seen much change, lamb demand has increased, particularly in the ethnic markets,” says Meudt. “Tailgating and holidays affect demand seasonally, with football season typically seeing a rise in beef and pork consumption, and the spring and summer being popular

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10:24

Meet Wisconsin Farm Bureau CAO Bradley Uken

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/11

This year, some of Wisconsin’s influential agriculture organizations experienced turnover within leadership roles. This has included the state’s largest farm organization, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. We meet one of Farm Bureau’s new faces, Chief Administrative Officer Bradley Uken. He started back in February, and there’s been several new appointments since then at their offices in Middleton. He addresses both the challenges and opportunities with having a handful of new people leading the

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7:55

Warm Belly Brings The Farm To Madison

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/11

Just in time for fall agritourism, there’s a new business in Cottage Grove bringing a unique take on agriculture recreation. This will be a modern, agritourism experience that opens to the public on Sep. 15. The Cottage Grove experience is an extension of Warm Belly Farm, which is located in Fort Atkinson. Erin Warner, horticulturist at Warm Belly Farm, describes the work they put in to bring this all together in less than a year’s time. The new agritourism destination, named The Fall Festival, will

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7:58

The Challenges of Transporting and Storing Grain

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/08

There is a lot that goes into bringing grain from the field to the consumer. An important part of that process is the role that local grain elevators play. They are the ones that take in the grain before shipping it to other facilities that will further process it. Dylan Beaver is the Grain Merchandising and Origination Manager for Alcivia. He discusses what they do on their end with storing and shipping out grain as well as some of the challenges they experience shipping out that grain through

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8:52

Driving Through Supply Chain Obstacles

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/08

For years we have been experiencing supply chain issues. Much of it is a result of Covid and the challenges brought on by the pandemic. Now that we are on the other side of the pandemic, there are still issues getting goods from suppliers to consumers. Nick Lowe has been driving truck locally for over 20 years, mostly for agriculture businesses. Lowe shares some of the changes he has witnessed over his years behind the wheel and what the most pressing issues facing the trucking industry right now

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9:26

The End Of An Era For Schwartz Trucking

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/07

For a combined total of 100 years, a family business has been hauling milk all over Wisconsin. The business is now making its final rounds. Im charitee seebecker with the midwest farm report. Hauling milk has been a lifelong career for Tom Schwartz who started in 1974, just two months after graduating high school. His father asked him if he wanted to haul milk, and that was the beginning of his journey. “I can still remember the first farm I picked up, which was also the last farm I picked up,”

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11:03

Wisconsin Will Be Highlighted During World Dairy...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/07

World Dairy Summit: The World Dairy Summit is being held in Chicago, Illinois, and brings together more than 1000 participants from dozens of countries. This is the first time in the U.S since 1993, providing the U.S. dairy industry a prime opportunity to showcase the nation’s excellent dairy farming and manufacturing practices, while allowing guests to sample high-quality American dairy products. The Oct. 16-20 program will feature global and industry leaders, dairy experts, scientists, technical

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6:39

Low Disease Pressure In Fruit Crops This Year

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/07

This year's drought meant low disease pressure for Wisconsin's fruit crops, but it doesn't mean no disease pressure. UW-Madison Professor and Extension Fruit Crop Pathologist Leslie Holland made field calls to a few growers to diagnose powdery mildew in grapes and fire blight in apples. Most of the calls she got this summer are questioning if browning trees or vines are due to disease or drought. She says if you didn't have irrigation, you suffered. What does this mean for next year? Since less

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50:00

Dairy Cattle Continue To Disappear Into The Beef...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/07

As the harvest starts to unfold, state ag officials are reminding farmers and their families about available resources for their physical, mental and financial health. Karen Endres from the Farmer Wellness Program administered through the WI Department of Ag., Trade and Consumer Protection, talks to Nate Zimdars about some of the elements that farmers might have missed. With that pending harvest, implement dealers are trying to get organized and coordinated for quick-turn service whether it's at

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9:31

How Are Retailers Reacting To Dairy-Beef - Jessica...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/06

With the enhanced prices that producers have been seeing in the beef complex, dairy producers have started to lean in by cross their dairy breed cows with beef bulls. That dairy X beef has been filling a void in the marketplace left by "native" beef breeds that were impacted by droughts and severe weather. What do retailers think of that beef? Jessica Lancaster is the Director of Product Quality Research for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA). They just concluded a major research

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10:00

Maple Syrup Producers To Host A Fall Tour

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/06

What are maple syrup producers doing in the off season? Cleaning up after storms. Getting equipment ready for the following season, and showcasing what their industry has to offer. Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producers Association Executive Director Theresa Baroun is finalizing details for their annual fall tour that will bring consumers to Northwest Wisconsin for an agricultural experience. She hopes consumers and producers alike come along. This type of networking and marketing is just one way that

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7:47

Researching the Future of Agricultural Technology

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/05

More farmers are using drone technology to fertilize their crops and scout their fields. The University of Wisconsin has been doing more research to adapt to the times and make sure they are up-to-date on this technology and ensuring farmers have the best information at their disposal. Dr. Brian Luck is an associate professor at UW-Madison conducting research on drone technology in agriculture. He shares more about the focus of his research and drone technologies continued growth and use in

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8:50

Implement Dealers Stocking Up For Harvest

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/09/05

Harvest season is one of the busiest months for farmers and implement dealers as it requires a lot of preparation. Implement dealers need to make sure that they have enough parts on hand and that their employees are up to par with their knowledge on the equipment in order to best serve Wisconsin farmers. Caleb Latham, parts manager at Sloan Implement says they’re ready to support farmers during the upcoming busy months. “Our technicians are mentally prepared and have their equipment and tools ready

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