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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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5:18

The Olympics Of Dairy - Wisconsin Hosts World...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/12

John Umhoefer, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, discusses with Stephanie Hoff the upcoming World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison, a biennial event featuring over 3,300 entries from 25 countries. The competition relies on a highly specialized group of international judges and a "cold chain" volunteer effort to evaluate everything from traditional cheddars to exotic entries like Tibetan donkey cheese. Beyond the spectacle, the event serves as a major economic

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50:00

FoodShare Called Critical For WI Farms &...

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2026/02/12

It's projected that nearly 18% of households in the U.S. have at least one individual using GLP1 drugs. That's a trend that's expected to continue, and it has implications for production agriculture. Consumers have cut consumption of many fooditems, and increased in others. Ben Jarboe finds out how foodgrade soybeans are handling theadjustments from Scott Sinner the VP of Supply Chain with SB&B foods. Sinner says right now things look bright, and they're hoping the sentiment grows! Sunshine back

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WI Ag Tourism Nominates & To Governor's Conference...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/12

The small community of Blair, WI was rocked when a cheese plant that's been there for decades said it was changing. Sarah Schmidt, communications coordinator for Associated Milk Producers Incorporated(AMPI) tells Jill Welke that the lure of the cottage cheese market became too much for their board of directors. In March, some 86 employees will be laid off while they transition the award winning cheddar plant into a top notch cottage cheese manufacturer. Schmidt says while some may question whether

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7:55

Deep Roots, Shared Future: Iconic Local Dealerships...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/12

Roughly 65% of U.S. farmers now have access to fewer dealerships than they did five years ago. For major brands like John Deere, over 80% of authorized locations are now part of large chains (owning 7+ stores). That doesn't mean that they compromise on service of commitment to their communities. Johnson Tractor announced this week their acquisition of Farmers’ Implement, effective June 1. This will expand Johnson Tractor’s presence and support for agricultural customers across the

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3:47

The High School "Escape Room" That’s Changing How We...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/11

Wisconsin dairy farmers are bringing the farm to the classroom with the launch of the Care for the Land Escape Room, a digital, game-based learning experience for high school students. Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Board member Gary Kohn joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss how this turnkey resource allows students to explore regional sustainability practices across four different Wisconsin farms. Launching Feb. 27, this interactive project uses modern technology to help the next generation connect with the

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5:01

Wisconsin Agriculture Calls For Action To Support...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/11

A broad coalition of agribusinesses and hunger relief groups today urged Wisconsin lawmakers to address an urgent need for $69.2 million in FoodShare funding, in the wake of federal changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which shifted 75 percent of administrative costs to states. Wisconsin must take action now before the end of the legislative session or face the potential for penalties of up to $205 million and put benefits at risk.FoodShare is a critical economic engine

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9:11

EmPower+: Turning On-Farm Data Into Marketplace Value

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/10

For decades, dairy farmers have been the quiet leaders of sustainability, constantly fine-tuning their operations to be more efficient. But historically, that progress hasn't always translated into a line item on the balance sheet. Jennifer Block, director of value chain partnerships with Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, discusses EmPower+, a new, farmer-led initiative designed to turn on-farm data into real marketplace value. She tells Stephanie Hoff what’s happening in the market landscape

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8:31

The $11B Question: Navigating Processing Realities In...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/10

There’s a massive wave of capital investment, nearly $11 billion, flowing into dairy processing plants from Kansas to New York. But what does this mean for the person actually milking the cows? Leonard Polzin, Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist with the UW-Madison Division of Extension, discusses with Stephanie Hoff where that money is going, why our surging cheese exports are acting as a floor rather than a fuel for milk prices, and what Class III producers should be asking their

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10:08

Food-Grade Soybean Industry Boosted By GLP-1 Use

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2026/02/10

Soybeans have been a hot topic over the last year with tariffs, South America, and China. Even though it has been grim one soybean industry has been able to avoid most of these issues. Scott Sinner, the Vice President of Supply Chain with SB&B Foods, shares how the food-grade soybean industry is actually doing pretty well. He says they have never sold their beans to China and the recent increase of GLP-1 use in the US is helping to boost them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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FSA Readies Farmer Bridge Assistance Paperwork And...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/10

Wheels are turning to administer the USDA Farmer Bridge Assistance Program. Pam Jahnke'sjoined by Sandy Chalmers, state executive director of USDA'sFarm Service Agency offices. Chalmers says the staff is working on generating pre-filled paperwork that should land in producers mailboxes by the end of February. Growers will simply need to certify the information is correct, and return the paperwork. The funds will be directly distributed to the farms account. She's also asking dairy operators to get

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5:48

16 New Hybrids Aim To Help Farmers Meet Challenges

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

Each new year in farming brings new challenges to overcome, and Wyffels Hybrids works right alongside them to find solutions. Steve Quade, Regional Sales Manager for Norther IL and Southern WI at Wyffels Hybrids, tells Kiley Allan about the 16 new hybrids that will be coming to the Corn Belt for field evaluation this summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:51

Southwest Tech Plants Seeds Of Success

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

After high school, students have to make the difficult decision to continue their education or to enter the workforce. After considering their options, two students were drawn to the hands-on opportunities at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Avery Drew and Stacy Copenhaver are first-year students and studying precision agronomy at the school. They're taking advantage of the hands-on education opportunities that the test plot allows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:06

Solving The Sleepless Cycle Of Stress

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

Even when times are particularly robust in farming, there's always an underlying level of stress. John Schutske is a Professor and Extension Specialist in Safety Engineering and Agricultural Health at UW-Madison. He sat down and told me what we're seeing right now when it comes to stress in ag communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:53

Generational Roots: Keeping The Hsu Ginseng Legacy Alive

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

What started as a social worker’s curiosity and a medicinal gift sent home to a grandmother in Taiwan blossomed into a global agricultural powerhouse. Stephanie Hoff visits with Will Hsu, president of Hsu’s Ginseng Enterprises, to uncover the incredible journey of the Hsu family. From his father’s "leap of faith" in 1974 to Will’s own transition from the corporate world back to the family soil in Wausau, explore the grit required to farm the world’s most demanding root

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Tariffs Amplify Market Uncertainty

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

Tariffs are something that we've heard talked about more and more, but what have they actually meant for U.S. agriculture? Steven Deller, a Professor of Agriculture and Applied Economics at UW-Madison, explains the effect tariffs have had on the agricultural economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What Happens After Sports? Agriculture Perhaps! ...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/09

60 years ago Wisconsin created the position of "Fairest of the Fairs". Designed to be an ambassador for all fairs in the state, the program is thriving today. Kiley Allan gets a chance to visit with the first "fairest" that started it all.ConnieMcCallister, was Wisconsin's 1st Fairest of Fairs and says the format was much more relaxed than it is today. She notes that the original competition mirrored the Miss America pageant, featuring swimsuit and formal wear segments. The actual crowning took

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Why Farmers Should Know What Halal And Kosher Mean To...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/06

Farms and agribusinesses need to stay engaged in conversations. Not just on the state or national scene, but locally. Erin Tomasik, community relations manager, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, says there's a growing need to mobilize member farmers at the local level to ensure agricultural policies remain fair, as many local government officials now lack personal backgrounds in farming. Organizations like the Dairy Business Association are focusing on "boots on the ground" strategies to counter

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Partnerships That Pay - The WIAA And Dairy Farmers of...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/06

For many dairy operators in the state - community is critical. From community involvement to conservation practices on the farm, it's all connected. In Wisconsin, 99% of dairy farms are family-owned like David Bangert's dairy operation in Clark County. His commitment to his community stretch beyond the farm gate. Bangert believes that in Wisconsin, the WIAA reaches people in a way that really matters. High school sports are the heartbeat of so many Wisconsin communities — whether you live in a

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The Escalade Chicken Run: How A Quest For Eggs Built...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/06

After retiring from professional basketball at age 35, Marcus Landry traded his sneakers for soil to build a multi-species farm, Beulah Family Homestead, near East Troy. He tells Stephanie Hoff about the "all or nothing" mindset that led him to expand from a suburban backyard to a 20-acre homestead (and growing) featuring everything from Highland cattle to Clydesdales. More than just a farm, Marcus also tells Mid-West Farm Report about how his 4-H programs and basketball camps are providing

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9:54

Precision Pays Off -- 67 Years Of Dairyland Labs

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2026/02/05

Explore the evolution of agricultural testing as Matthew Fenske and Stephanie Hoff talk about Dairyland Labs' journey from analyzing 12 basic feed constituents to over 30 using advanced infrared technology. The conversation breaks down how global data sets and rapid testing allow farmers to manage crop variability and economic volatility in real-time. Matt, the business development manager, explains how deep-dive analytics (down to individual amino acids) are helping nutritionists and growers

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