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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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49:58

Cheese Is Rallying

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/16

What could be more Wisconsin than talking about dairy and the weather? That's what we have in store for you on a Thursday morning. Cedar Crest Ice Cream and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation have announced the winner and finalists of the 2022 Cedar Crest Ice Cream Flavor Creation Contest. Congratulations to the Pilsen Skylighters of Kewaunee County for their flavor, Cow Lick. Cedar Crest Marketing Manager Jennifer Flierl has the delicious details. As an agronomist at AgSource Laboratories, Tim Boerner

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10:50

Communication Across Generations Takes Understanding

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/15

Whether you're working on the farm with family or you have a town job and coworkers, good communication is vital. But often different generations have different expectations and styles when it comes to sharing information. Angie Coleman, is an organizational development consultant with FCCS consulting. She has done a deep dive on the different generations in the workforce right now and shares some key takeaways for all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:57

Tackling Tar Spot In 2023

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/15

On a Wednesday morning, UW-Madison Division of Extension Specialist Damon Smith reminds us that tar spot is a relatively new disease. It's been moving further North year after year since it came to the Badger State in 2016. Tar spot will shut a corn plant down prematurely. To control it -- look for resistance in hybrids and utilize fungicide. These techniques will slow tar spot, allowing the plant to be successful before damage. Also this morning, it's that time of year -- manure tankers and

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6:58

Brexit Gives Wisconsin A Market Opportunity

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/14

Come along with the UK Trade Mission, funded by Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports! The United Kingdom is Wisconsin’s sixth largest trading partner. As the UK’s planned exit from the European Union (Brexit) continues, opportunities for food, forestry and agriculture products will increase. Specialty foods, organic foods, wood products, feed, livestock and genetics, craft spirits, beers, and pet foods are among the products with the strongest opportunity. The mission will include buyer

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49:19

Bank Collapse, Grain Deals, And Markets

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/14

What market is right and viable for your farm? What resources are available? Answering those questions is Chris Kpman of Newtrient. He joins Pam Jahnke to talk about how they’re helping farmers to take advantage of market opportunities. Whether it’s deciding when to start salting and plowing operations, staging barricades for an expected flood-related road closure or planning maintenance operations, decisions made based on the forecast impact both operations and the budget. Charitee Seebecker visits

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49:47

Olives, Farm Shows, and Checkoff Dollars

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/13

Olives. Not necessarily what we’re used to growing here in Wisconsin. But Bob Bosold got the inside look at how olive oil is produced from the harvest to the store on his farm tour in California as he talks with Karen Bond of Bondolio Olive Orchard. Wisconsin Public Service will host the 61st anniversary WPS Farm Show March 28-30 on the EAA grounds in Oshkosh. Charitee Seebeker visits with Matt Cullen, media relations representative for the WPS Farm Show about the longstanding tradition of helping

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4:55

Rainfall Reporting-- Easy And Enjoyable

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/12

As an Agronomist at AgSource Laboratories, Tim Boerner relies on good weather reporting to make recommendations to his clients. That’s one reason he’s been a CoCoRahs weather reporter for over 15 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:41

What It Takes To Haul Livestock

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/10

Acclimate weather? Traffic delays? Spooked cattle? Smooth route? It's all got to be considered when you're hauling live cargo. But it’s all second nature to Rick Reese of Hortonville, who has been hauling livestock since he was in high school. He’s been in the business for about 50 years. Today he’s with JBS livestock haulers. He breaks down what it entails to get cattle to the meat processor safely and in quality condition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:08

Lamb Industry Challenges Include Cost Of Production

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/10

When you think of upcoming spring holidays, such as Easter, you may think of lamb. It’s a common dish for spring celebrations around the world. The holidays are important for lamb producers here in the U.S. Cody Hiemke is a Wisconsin lamb producer who runs the lamb program for Niman Ranch. Niman Ranch represents roughly 650 farms, selling their meat to high-end restaurants and retailers. These farms are predominantly in the Midwest, but the meat is distributed across the nation and even to the

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7:52

Propane's Demand Season Went Smooth, Stays Affordable

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/10

It’s been a pretty mild winter aside from some of the outlying winter storms. And that means that propane delivery has been overall smooth. Cheryl Lytle is the executive director of the Wisconsin Propane Gas Association, which represents propane suppliers across the state. She says propane's demand season went well, and prices are looking good for consumers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:26

Winter's Impact On Insects

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/09

Bugs aren’t showing their face yet, but it won't be long. We’ll be able to see how the efforts to manage these pests went come Spring. PJ Liesch the director of the UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab and state entomologist, also known as the Wisconsin Bug guy says this winter didn’t impact insects too much. He shares how the winter affected emerald ash borer and ticks and what pests we should be aware of moving into spring. “We’ve had emerald ash borer in the state for about 15 years so in terms of

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4:49

Falling Barns Get New Life

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/08

It’s a sad sign of change, to look across the countryside and see a once beautiful old barn sagging with age. While some have been invested in others simply cannot continue to stand. That’s where Ken Goodwin comes in. He is the owner of Wisconsin Barn Board and Beam, a company that specializes in taking down barns and salvaging the wood for its next life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:59

WPS Farm Show March 28-30

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/08

A favorite event for farmers is ready to return. Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) will host the 61st anniversary WPS Farm Show March 28-30 on the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) grounds in Oshkosh. Matt Cullen, media relations representative for the WPS Farm Show says the show has a longstanding tradition of helping farmers of all sizes operate as efficiently as possible. The 2023 WPS Farm Show features approximately 400 exhibitors showcasing the agricultural industry’s latest innovations,

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12:04

UW-River Falls - New Home For Farm & Industry Short...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

The Farm and Industry Short Course at UW-River Falls will start October 30 and run through March 15, 2024. The inaugural class will be limited to a cohort of 24 students. A special tuition and housing rate will be offered to the 24 students that make up this inaugural class and interested students should plan to apply before June 1. Students will live in the UWRF residence halls and earn academic credits from UWRF, experiencing the supportive environment of a welcoming campus community where

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11:04

Wisconsin Sets Another Ag Export Record

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

Even amidst economic challenges, Wisconsin does it again! The Badger State has set another record for food, forestry and agricultural product exports in 2022. A 7 percent increase from the previous record in 2021. Mark Rhoda-Reis is the director of the International Agribusiness Center at DATCP. He says exports were shipped to 142 countries totaling nearly $4.22 billion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:57

Environmental Sustainability Stories Matter - Amber...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

It's been a clear message from dairy end users, they care about how dairy farmers tend their livestock and take care of the environment. They want details on what and how practices are impacting the environment. Through a partnership with the Wisconsin Discovery Farms Program, in field research is turning into valuable assets in sharing that story with processors and consumers vital to the future of Wisconsin dairy. Amber Radatz, Agricultural Water Quality Program Manager, University of

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9:37

Expanding Broadband Access

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

The Public Service Commission (PSC) received 74 applications to expand broadband access. This has been ongoing with grants being provided each year. PSC Chairperson, Rebecca Valcq, explains how the effort to provide broadband services in rural areas is going and why it is so important. “We have been doing this now since 2019 and have awarded nearly $340 million in funding for projects to bring expanded or improved service to more than 390,000 Wisconsin homes and businesses.,” says Valcq. “A

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50:00

Farmer Led Watersheds Are Working - Data Proves It

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

There's a think tank in Minnesota that's focused on helping the public understand the investment and costs behind some of the new energy platforms they're seeing like wind turbines and solar energy panels. Isaac Orr is part of the Center of the American Experiment Conservative Think Tank, and talks to Jill Welke about it. Farmer led watershed groups are popping up all over Wisconsin, but what are they accomplishing? Kim Meyer is the Watershed Programs Coordinator/Agronomist with Madison's

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Renewable Energy Means Jobs - Where's The Coursework?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/07

The Midwest Horse Fair is just around the corner with a new executive director at the reins! Teri Giannetti says everything's falling in place for another memorable event. She updates us with Pam Jahnke.Things like wind turbines and solar energy fields have gotten the attention of a lot of rural communities in Wisconsin. While they may be controversial, they're also generating a new job field. Charitee Seebecker talks to Amy Seeboth-Wilson, Grants Director at Southwest Wisconsin Technical

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PDPW Business Conference March 15-16

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/03/06

Scheduled for March 15-16, 2023, at the Kalahari Resorts in Wisconsin Dells, Wis., the conference will feature nearly 60 keynote, break-out, hands-on and other sessions. Additionally, the Nexus® stage will feature the newest dairy innovations and the Preview Stage will highlight ongoing dairy-related university research. The world’s political and economic landscape is evolving more quickly than ever and every change has implications for agricultural markets and dairy producers. Keynote sessions at

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