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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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10:24

Fire Chief Talks Rural Emergency Response

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/14

Firefighters and farmers have different jobs, but both face risks as part of their everyday duties. Pittsville Fire Chief Jerry Minor encourages farmers to invite their local department on farm to help each other learn as historically, many rural departments had members who grew up on farms, but that has changed. He provides insight into what it’s like responding to emergencies and how they’re working to be ready to respond to emergencies in rural areas. “The more training opportunities you can get

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9:28

Bringing Livestock Back Into Cropping Systems

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/14

Match Made in Heaven, Livestock + Crops is a three-year venture that aims to bring livestock back into cropping operations. The goal is to boost soil health and the farm’s bottom line. A co-director of the project Laura Paine says that they’re in their second leg of the project which is all about surveying farmers about some of the opportunities and challenges they see in integrating livestock into crops. She says it’s easy to be a part of that through their website:

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11:06

Banks Give Positive Forecast For Next Six Months

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/13

First-quarter 2023 data from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation show that Wisconsin banks remained on solid footing even as two out-of-state institutions failed during the period. "With respect to the ongoing economic challenges and geopolitical concerns, Wisconsin banks are well-positioned to weather the mild economic downturn that is expected in the remainder of 2023," says Wisconsin Bankers Association President and CEO Rose Oswald Poels. In the WBA's biannual Economic Conditions Survey of

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7:48

Unusual Timing For Recent Air Advisories...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/13

You've seen it over the past few weeks -- a haze in the sky from the wildfire smoke in eastern Canada. And Wisconsin has been on and off with air advisories earlier this spring because of the polluting particles that come with the haze. It turns out that these air advisories this time of year are abnormal, according to Craig Czarnecki. He’s the outreach coordinator with the Wisconsin DNR’s Air Management Program. He says those tiny particles in the smoky haze can harm those with preexisting

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50:00

A New Dairy Innovation - RootCurd

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/13

It's summer vacation time across Wisconsin, and that could include a visit to an agricultural tourism spot. Bob Bosold visits with Sheila Everhart, executive director of the Wisconsin Ag Tourism Association, about their launch of a public awareness campaign involving the state's rest stops, and how ag tourism has changed in the last decade. Work continues at the state house on critical bills impacting Wisconsin agriculture and agribusiness. Pam Jahnke visits with Wisconsin Senator, Howard

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Beef Consumption Stays Robust - John Hineberg

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/13

It's one of spring's first sweet treats - rhubarb. There's a lot of different ways this plant can be used. Charitee Seebecker gets a little assistance on learning more about the plant and its diverse uses from Kathy Bures, a grower herself in Barneveld.The 94th Wisconsin State FFA Convention officially convenes today at the Alliant Energy Center. Hundreds of members streamed into Madison early for their "Day of Service". Nate Zimdars visits with FFA Advisor, Beth Reith, who organized the event.

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6:56

FFA Day Of Service Helps Community

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/13

The FFA Day of service takes place on the first day of the Wisconsin State FFA Convention. There are a number of opportunities for FFA members to participate, give back, and offer service in the Madison area. There are two offsite locations and one at the Alliant Energy Center where Convention takes place. Beth Rieth has been coordinating the Day of Service since it’s very beginning and can share where they started, where they are now, and where they will be going in the future. See

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11:08

New CEO Joins Pheasants Forever

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/12

Marilyn Vetter is the new president and CEO of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, replacing Howard Vincent, who retired earlier this year after serving in the position since 2000. Now that she's a few months into her new role, Vetter explains more about her background in conservation and what’s ahead for the organization. “I was raised in a farming family and my parents operated their farm with the mindset that they wanted the land to look better than the day they got it,” says Vetter. “That was

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8:20

Cattlemen To Host Summer Tour

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/12

Wisconsin cattlemen and women will be getting together June 24 their annual Summer Tour. This year it’ll be featuring four unique farms in Southwest Wisconsin. Each stop shows off the diversity of Wisconsin's beef industry and highlights trends in the livestock industry, such as new research, conservation and dairy x beef cross animals. Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association President Brady Zuck has the details. He also talks about the legislative priorities for WCA at the state and federal level. And

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7:25

Fingers Crossed - ARIP Funding Now In Assembly -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

Wisconsin Senator Howard Marklein has been busy. Not only is he a key member of Wisconsin's Joint Finance Committee, he's also been a dedicated volunteer at June Dairy Celebrations in his district! He took time to speak with Pam Jahnke about some of the critical components of the state budget related to rural communities - including the very important Agricultural Road Improvement Program (ARIP). The ARIP bill creates a new $150 million grant program for the improvement of agricultural roads to

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WI State FFA Convention Preview - Casey Denk

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

Next week is the annual Wisconsin FFA Convention and Casey Denk is ready for it. The young woman from Mondovi has logged more than 28,000 miles visiting members across the state. She visits with Jill Welke about what she's looking forward to in Madison during the convention. Saturday is the Dane County Breakfast on the Farm just south of Verona at the Kahl Family Farm. Riley Kahl is one of the family members welcoming people, and he's also providing an added twist to the event! Kahl is the

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11:31

Ugh Broadband - Where Is It? Sue Dierksen - AARP

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

Millions of dollars have been dedicated to expanding broadband access to rural Wisconsin, but many residents are saying "where is it?". Sue Dierksen, Volunteer Advocate for AARP of WI, is one of those waiting on broadband. She lives in Lincoln County and struggles everyday to communicate and stay connected. She speaks with Pam Jahnke about efforts to work with legislators for high speed internet and cell phone service in rural areas, and why expansion of broadband is such an important issue in

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8:02

Mexico & GM Corn Saga Influences Wisconsin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

Drama continues to unfold between the United States and Mexico after Mexico announced it would stop buying certain genetically modified corn in 2024. This is corn that has traits that makes it resistant to drought or pests, for example. The United States has requested a consultation with Mexico under the USMCA to resolve this dispute, arguing Mexico’s decision is not based on science. Ken Rosenow is a fourth-generation corn grower who serves on the Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board and is a

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8:57

Wetland Regulations Remain Unchanged

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

Wisconsin has made it a priority to both protect wetlands as well as honor the need for appropriate development and maintain healthy agricultural operations that minimally impacts this precious resource. A recent Supreme Court decision in the Sackett vs the Environmental Protection Agency case, calls into question the status of wetland regulations in Wisconsin. DNR Waterway and Wetland Policy Section Manager Tom Nedlund shares that Wisconsin wetland regulations will remain unchanged. See

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4:57

Alfalfa Weevil Enjoying The Dry Conditions

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/09

The alfalfa weevil are active in Wisconsin and could be detrimental to your second cutting. Managing agronomist Steve Hoffman with In Depth Agronomy in east central Wisconsin says this drought isn't helping. He recommends you sweep your fields and apply insecticide if you find larvae.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:16

Managing Weeds With No Herbicide... And Less Labor

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/08

Vegetable growers and CSA managers are moving away from herbicides for a variety of reasons: cost, results and feasibility. That's why Sam Oschwald Tilton helps growers statewide transition to mechanical weed prevention and other methods. And while it sounds labor intensive, there are methods that don't require a lot of bodies, which is important when labor is such a valuable commodity these days. Oschwald Tilton is a direct market specialist with the Division of Extension. He's also affiliated with

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14:17

Dealerships Come Together To "Bundle" For Farms

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/08

Farmers in Wisconsin are finding some truck dealerships that are ready to provide not only discounts on things like trucks, tires and lubricants - but how about fencing, chemicals and other elements you use on the operation. Ag Truck Trader has been an evolutionary process according to former farm broadcaster, Patrick Driscoll, the CEO and president of Certified Agriculture Dealer (CAD) Program. He talked with Pam Jahnke about their career paths as farm broadcasters, and how Driscoll realized there

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10:55

The Person You Love To Question - Meteorologist's

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/08

Any given day in Wisconsin, you can find someone that wants to take issue with the weather forecast and the person behind it. Let's find out what it's like behind the scenes with the National Weather Service staff who help to pull details together to form a forecast. 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

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10:50

RootCurd's Already A Winner For Wisconsin

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/08

A team of students at UW-River Falls have pulled together a winning dairy combination that not only provides great nutrition and taste, but also a calming effect for those enjoying it! RootCurd at first blush might not seem yummy, but students that have been developing the product says it's definitely impressed judges with its textures and taste! Now UW-River Falls' RootCurd is one of the top winners in the national Dairy Management Incorporated (DMI) New Product Competition (formerly also known as

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Yes - We're Dumping Milk - Bryce Windecker

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/06/08

More and more operating farms are being surrounded by non-farm neighbors. There's also more staff operating on an average farm. Trying to keep track of what's really happening on a farm is difficult, that's why many are turning to technology to help. Stephanie Hoff visits with Jason Nosrati, of Ag Video Surveillance in Beaver Dam about the trends he's seeing. The "flash" drought in Wisconsin is causing state extension officials to call a group of experts together to talk about "what if's". Pam

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