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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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14:15

Cybersecurity Advice From The FBI

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/28

If cybercrime was its own country, it would have the third largest economy after the U.S. and China. That's how lucrative it is. And that's why agriculture is the second-largest target. Because farming and food is critical infrastructure, cyber criminals know that there will be a payout to restore those agribusinesses: think grain cooperatives, meat packers and most recently ION Trading. Special Agent Byron Franz with the Milwaukee Division of the FBI has the details.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:38

Nurseries and Plants Vs. Winter

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/27

Snow can be a blessing and a curse when it comes to your plants whether it's your shrubs or trees in your yard. Jonathan Stickels, Operation Manager at Mariani Plants, says snow can actually serve as an insulator for plants. It's really the ice that's the biggest detriment to any of these plants. He provides insight into just how much of an impact that it can have on the nursery industry. Protecting your plants from the harsh winter weather can be a difficult task. Stickels says at Mariani Plants,

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12:03

WiWiC Funding Extended -- Focus On Urban Ag

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/27

Urban agriculture is growing in popularity. Here in Wisconsin, it’s gotten support from the federal government. Wisconsin Women in Conservation is a statewide project that’s funded by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. It’s led by the Michael Fields Agricultural Institute. The project started in 2020 with a focus on helping women farmers across the state in their conservation plan. But it’s grown to encompass urban farmers as well. Noemy Serrano is a district coordinator with the

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10:21

Annie's Project Celebrates 20 Years

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/27

Annie’s Project, a national non-profit to educate and empower women in agriculture, is celebrating 20 years since its founding. Today, the program has over 19,000 graduates across 38 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Co-CEO and Wisconsin farmer Doris Mold says the inaugural class of 10 women met in 2003 in Illinois. Since then, it's impacted graduates' farms and lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:27

Century & Sesquicentennial Farm Application Deadline...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/24

We might only be in the first few months of 2023 but let’s go ahead and talk about the Wisconsin State Fair. Officials at the fair are pleased to announce that applications are available for the Century and Sesquicentennial Farm Awards. Jill Albanese with the Wisconsin State Fair Park shares more about the awards and how to apply. To qualify for the award, families are required to provide proof of continuous family ownership of a property in the state of Wisconsin for either the last 100 or 150

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9:25

Dairy Forage Research Center Growing

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/24

Helping to provide dairy industry solutions for food security and the environment, the U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center scientists cover everything from the soil, to the forage, through the animal, and then in the manure. Dennis Hancock, Dairy Forage Research Center Director, says much of what they’re working on today is on alfalfa. “Another main focus lately is on minimizing the amount of methane that’s coming out from the dairy industry,” says Hancock. “There is great value in utilizing alfalfa

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9:32

Midwest Forage Association Supports Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/23

Dedicated to researching and promoting the value of the forage industry, the Midwest Forage Association (MFA) helps to educate farmers on methods that would make them more profitable in their practices with a focus on forages. Chelsea Russell, the local council director for the Midwest Forage Association explains more about the research they do and how they benefit not only farmers but the community. “Members of the association get access to our magazine and newsletter as well as coupons from our

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Milk Production - Stronger Than Expected - Katie Burgess

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/23

Parts of northern Wisconsin will be picking up more than a foot of snow before this storm system is through. Charitee Seebecker talks to David Bohnoff from the Ag Engineering Dept of UW-Madison, about snow loads on barns and outbuildings, and what they should know about construction limitations and guidelines. Judges were busy on Wednesday in Green Bay trying to wrap up evaluating over 2,200 dairy samples of cheese, butter, yogurt and others. Weather forced them to conclude evaluations earlier

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9:15

WI Chili Lunch

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

Looking for a fun way to support Wisconsin farmers and the state’s farm to school activities? Then sign up now for the Wisconsin Chili Lunch, taking place at noon on Thursday, February 23, 2022. This event was created to help connect farmers with schools and educate students about where their food comes from. It’s simple and easy to participate: register for free at cias.wisc.edu/our-events/chililunch/, purchase local ingredients, and make your Wisconsin Chili Lunch on February 23. Participants

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6:17

Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation - Support...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

It's a foundation you may not have heard much about - but it's a foundation that's having an impact in rural communities across Wisconsin. Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation, Inc. (WROF) The WROF was originally formed to “rehabilitate individuals and families as self-sustaining human beings by enabling them to secure subsistence and gainful employment from the soil.” That was during the Great Depression! This core mission – to enable the human spirit to accomplish dreams and goals in the

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50:00

Wisconsin FFA Officers Press On Despite Weather

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

One familiar entrant at this year's U.S. Cheese Championship in Green Bay is Marieka Pentermann from Thorp and her Marieka's Gouda cheese. Bob Bosold visits with Marieka about her passion for cheese and how it's driven their business model. Pam Jahnke chats with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Auction Group. Ashley explains the opportunities participants have if they only have one or two items to sell, or that they're interested in. Paid for by the Steffes Group. Wisconsin weather has also caused an

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Frost In Argentina - John Hineberg

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

Are fertilizer prices coming down? Farmers can only hope. Stephanie Hoff catches up with Jason Troendle, economist with The Fertilizer Institute, on what areas he's watching and why prices have been so erratic. It's National FFA Week and American Family Insurance is reminding everyone about Give FFA Day. Stephanie Hoff chats with Lane Berenschot, an AmFam agent in western Wisconsin. John Hineberg, market analyst with Total Farm Marketing, updates Pam Jahnke on what the market's talking about

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Work Begins On Marrying Budgets In Madison - Joan...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

For the first time in more than a decade, Wisconsin's got a presence on the House Agriculture Committee. Bob Bosold visits with the freshman congressman, Derrick VanOrden. The first ever Badger Lambing school unfolded to a capacity crowd over the weekend at the UW Arlington Sheep Research Facility. Shepherd/Director, Todd Taylor was very pleased with the turnout. Now that the state legislature has Governor Tony Evers budget - what's next? Pam Jahnke talks to WI Senator, Joan Ballweg, chair of the

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Huth Polled Herefords Gets National Award

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

Wisconsin can be a little on the depressing side when it comes to weather and overall activity. Jill Welke visits with Jeff Ditzenberger from TUGS. He's suffered with depression himself, and today tries to lend a hand as a counselor himself. One positive about Wisconsin weather is that it's ushering in the maple syrup production season. Stephanie Hoff visits with Steve Anderson, president of the WI Maple Syrup Producers Association about ideal weather and how the state's been dealing with supply

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Perennials vs The Weather

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

With winter storms in store for Wisconsin, you may be worried about your plants, whether it's your perennial landscape shrubs or fruit trees. Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator Lisa Johnson says it's not the cold weather you should worry about, but the up and down warming and cooling. She says it's especially bad for evergreens. She says be worried if there's a polar vortex -- the rare, extreme cold -- which can hurt your perennials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Am Fam Is Matching Your FFA Gift

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

Give FFA Day is tomorrow! During the 24 hours of giving, you can give to a state association of your choice. American Family Insurance will be matching your donation from noon to 1 p.m. Lane Berenschot has been an American Family Agency Owner for almost 30 years, operating in western Wisconsin. He calls himself a city boy, but grew up in the farm-fed community of Glenwood City. Through the insurance industry, he became more acclimated to agriculture. And he’s not a stranger to the FFA program.See

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10:44

Inaugural Badger Lambing School A Success

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/22

Producer Ryan McGlynn, UW Arlington Sheep Unit Director Todd Taylor and UW-Madison student Mara Quarne tell Mid-West Farm Report the first-ever Badger Lambing School was a success. The inaugural Badger Lambing School at the UW Sheep Unit gave beginning and experienced producers a lesson in best lambing practices. Ryan McGlynn is based out of rural Reedsburg rotational grazes about 40-head of sheep and their lambs on about 20 acres. He says he attended the school to gain critical information ahead of

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9:16

US Cheese Championship Has Changes

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/21

Mary Lindemann from Pine River Pre-Pack is both a volunteer and a competitor at the US Cheese Championship. While competing at Lambeau was a lot of fun, she says the event’s move to the Resch Center has been a positive. The new venue isn’t the only change, with Green Bay being in the bullseye for loads of snow, there may need to be some changes in the schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What Don't You Know About Insurance You're Depending On

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/16

What does an insurance agent do? What questions should you ask? On this edition of the Rural Mutual Round Table, Pam Jahnke visits with Daryl and Maddeline Pulsfus. They're Rural Mutual agents covering a large geography in southern Wisconsin with an emphasis on farms and agribusiness. They'll take a deeper dive into what many insurance providers overlook when it comes to the high investment made in agriculture - and the higher amounts need to replace critical infrastructure and equipment in

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Veterans Continue Serving Through Beekeeping

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/16

According to the experts, military veterans are a perfect fit for bees. U.S. Army Veteran Adam Ingrao says beekeeping is a way to continue serving the country, because bees are essential in pollinating our nation’s food supply. He also says it’s rewarding work emotionally, physically and financially. These are a few of several reasons Ingrao started Heroes to Hives, a program that gives accredited education to military vets. The enrollment period is on right now for the 2023 cohort. The application

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