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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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6:11

Sweet Corn Doing Okay, Rain Would Help

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/30

Sweet corn is a pretty essential element to a summer meal. Luckily during this drought, many sweet corn growers have irrigation. But there may still be some hiccups in the supply this year. Professor Bill Tracy leads the Sweet Corn Breeding Program at UW-Madison. He says keep in mind that ears may be smaller and that the crop may come later than normal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:15

Knee-High By The Fourth Of July?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/30

Knee-high by the Fourth of July. That’s a phrase we’re familiar with in Wisconsin when it comes to measuring the success of the corn crop. But in this drought, "knee-high" might not come by Independence Day. UW-Extension corn agronomist Joe Lauer says the success of the pollination period will determine what your options are as a corn grower. And water is critical for successful pollination. He gives us a crop outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

Promising Potato Season On The Horizon

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/28

Promising is the word that Donald Maum, Sustainability Manager for Alsum Farms & Produce, would use to describe the outlook for Wisconsin's potato season at this time. That's not too say there aren't challenges facing potato producers. He shares a few of the challenges that could affect potatoes and change the trajectory of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:28

Landmark Creamery Expands With Industry Support

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/28

Big news ahead for a cheesemaker who got a dairy business expansion grant this year. Landmark Creamery will be moving into its own cheese production space this year after having rented space for nearly a decade. Anna Landmark is the co-owner, cheesemaker and butter maker at Landmark. She says this grant from the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance is helping foster growth. And it's not the only good news she has to share. A previous grant from DBIA assisted Landmark's plans to make butter. A short

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11:40

Agriculture Booms At Bay Port High School

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/28

Imagine agriculture being so popular that schools have to turn kids away because there’s just not enough space in the classroom. Well that happened at Bay Port High School which has been expanding its agriculture programs and still sees incredible demand from an almost entirely nonfarm population. Whitney Barnes is one of three ag teachers at Bay Port High School. She's also the Bay Port FFA advisor. She tells Farm Director Pam Jahnke the secret to their success in getting students engaged in the

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6:23

Cookouts Cost Less This Summer, But Still Expensive

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/27

According to the latest informal Wisconsin Farm Bureau Marketbasket survey, the total cost of 12 food items used to host a summer cookout for 10 totaled $66.72, down 4.2 percent from last year’s state average. The same survey conducted on the national level by American Farm Bureau totaled $67.73 which is 3 percent lower than last year’s national average. Wisconsin’s $66.72 survey price is more than a dollar less than AFBF’s survey of the same food items. While the cost of a summer cookout remains

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6:09

Registration Open For Brown County Fair 'Special Drive'

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/27

Young exhibitors at the Brown County Fair are partnering with students with special needs and giving them the chance to show a pig. Bay Port FFA is running the Special Drive at this year's Brown County Fair. This is a pig show which gives students with special needs the opportunity to show a pig after an afternoon of mentorship from current fair exhibitors. This event will take place on Aug. 18 from 3-5:15 p.m. in the North Show Barn and Swine Barn at the Brown County Fairgrounds in DePere

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11:14

Alsum Produce Plans 50 Year Celebration

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/27

Alsum Produce is one of the largest producers of potatoes and other produce in the state. This year they are celebrating 50 years of being in business. Part of Alsum's celebration will include a two day community celebration with a number of events. Christine Lindner, Alsum Produce Marketing Manager, shares what folks interested in attending have to look forward to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:43

Farms Keep Phosphorus Out Of Waterways

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/27

As we wrap up June Dairy Month, let's go to a modern dairy farm. In Luxemburg, Wisconsin, Paul Cornette is not only investing in innovation in the barn, but in soil health as well. Paul operates Cornette Dairy with his brother. He’s one of the founders of Peninsula Pride Farms, a farmer-led watershed protection group in northeast Wisconsin. Some of the highlights of the effort include preventing 100,000 lbs of phosphorus from entering the waterways. Paul tells Mid-West Farm Report about the farm's

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49:51

Another Drop in Corn Ratings Keeps Markets Volatile

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/27

There's no better way to get a first-hand look at the low water levels of the Mississippi River and the impacts on shipments than the pilot house of a river tow boat. Jimmy Cheatham, Barge captain on the Western Rivers, otherwise known as (Captain)Capt-J-Rock on Tik Tok, provides some insight into what he’s facing. Aztalan Bio LLC is the new owner of the former Valero ethanol plant in the town of Aztalan, WI. They are planning to revolutionize corn processing here in Wisconsin and reopen for

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9:24

Next Generation of Biorefineries

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/26

Aztalan Bio LLC is the new owner of the former Valero ethanol plant in the town of Aztalan, WI. They are planning to revolutionize corn processing here in Wisconsin and reopen for production in the fall. Jeff Oestmann, CEO of Aztalan Bio LLC says they have an innovative approach to biorefining that will put them on the leading edge of the transition to low- and zero-carbon renewable fuels. He explains more about the facility and how it serves as the next generation of biorefineries. “We are thrilled

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13:10

Supporting Wisconsin's Native Plants

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/26

Preserving native plant species in Wisconsin is crucial to ensuring we have a healthy ecosystem for generations to come. They help with soil health, reduce water runoff, and provide nectar and pollen for pollinators which in turn can help crop yields and health. A number of organizations strive to conserve native plant species, including the UW-Arboretum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:23

Beef Council Gives $2,500 To Feeding Wisconsin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/26

Today Wisconsin Beef Council presented a $2,500 check to Feeding Wisconsin to purchase Wisconsin beef across its six food banks! The money comes from Beef Council’s Burgers & Buns Fun Run in May, put on in partnership with Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation and the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center. Wisconsin Beef Council Executive Director Tammy Vaassen tells Mid-West Farm Report why this is a priority for the organization. She also gives us a look at what else Wisconsin Beef Council is up to.See

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7:20

Demand Still Rising For Food Pantries

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/26

Feeding Wisconsin is a network of six food pantries that provide food to almost 1,000 local food programs in all 72 Wisconsin counties. They sent out 86 million pounds of food to Wisconsinites in 2021, which was a 75 percent jump from 2019. And the amount is only growing, according to board president and interim director Michelle Orge. Orge is also the president and CEO of Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, which is one of those six pantries that are a part of Feeding Wisconsin. She

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10:14

ATV/UTV Fatalities Continue To Rise

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/23

ATV and UTVs have become more popular over the years as more roadways become legal to drive on. However, to enjoy this recreational activity, you also need to be safe. So far this year, there have been 11 fatalities due to ATV/UTV crashes. Last year at this time there were only 6. WI DNR Recreation Warden Nick Webster says while there can be a wide array of causes, one of the top leading causes is alcohol consumption. “We’re seeing a lot of fatalities occurring on the roadways due to some form of

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9:01

Miss America Speaks With 4-H Members

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/22

Miss America made a special appearance at the Wisconsin 4-H Summer Academy held on the UW-Madison campus. Grace Stanke, former Miss Wisconsin from Wausau, is currently serving in the role of Miss America. She speaks about her experience as Miss America and the message she wants to share with 4-H members. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:47

Mike North - Class III Rally Depends On Cheese Purchase

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/22

Coming off of the three-day weekend at the Chicago Board of Trade, we saw Class III move up all week. This morning it did soften. Ever.Ag Principal Mike North says we'll need to see a higher cheese price to continue the rally in Class III milk. It'll depend on when the government will decide to release the details on a sizable cheese purchase. That would support a rally in Class III milk. Answers on this purchase should come out today. Also in the interview with Mid-West Farm Report Mike North says

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49:47

What Goes Into A Forecast?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/22

Scott Berschback has been a part of NOAA's meteorology team for 15 years and understands people's frustration with forecast accuracy. He visits with Pam Jahnke to help people understand the technology they use and the collaboration that is necessary to improve that accuracy.Drought is a No. 1 topic in agriculture today, and amidst the strawberry season, it's got us concerned. But in southeast Wisconsin, the strawberry patch is doing well! Charitee Seebecker brings us a story from Bristol. Meanwhile,

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10:51

Crop Insurance Guidance During This Drought

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/21

The flash drought in Wisconsin has our attention. And it’s got phones ringing in the crop insurance offices. Jenny Brown is a Multi-Peril Specialist with Rural Mutual Insurance overseeing acres across the state primarily in corn, soybeans, alfalfa and wheat. She helps answer some of the common questions you may have about late emergence and replanting from an insurance standpoint. She starts off with the questions that she’s getting today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:47

Strawberry Season Going Strong

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/21

Drought. It’s a key topic in many conversations right now when it comes to the agriculture industry. However, it hasn’t put a damper on the strawberry season in Southern Wisconsin. Scott Thompson, owner of Thompson Strawberry Farm in Bristol says they are right on track with last year and expect to have berries through the fourth of July. Thompson says they are right on schedule, if not a little better than how things were last year despite the dry weather we’ve been having. They begin their

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