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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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Halal Foods, USMCA Disagreement & Milk Prices

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/02

Asma Ahad, director of Halal Market Development for the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America, says that farmers should know that demand for foods that meet Halal requirements is a growing market.The U.S. is putting together a second dispute settlement panel under the USMCA. The panel will challenge Canada’s tariff-rate quotas, which allow them to put higher tariffs on imports over a certain quantity. The U.S. argues it unfairly blocks key export opportunities for farmers and processors

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6:18

Determining Optimum Nitrogen Rates

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/01

Determining ideal nitrogen rates can be tricky but is important for farmers to evaluate their management practices. Mike Castellano, agronomy professor from Iowa State University, says that there is a lot of uncertainty about what optimum nitrogen rates are but thanks to advances in precision agriculture, it is getting a little easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:34

Crises Don't Discriminate

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/01

A crisis can happen anywhere at any time and fairs are not excluded from this.These can be anything from canceled concerts, severe weather, activists, biosecurity issues, ride malfunctions, or shootings and much more. While the fair season may not kick off until summer, fair boards all across the state are working hard to prepare for their fair and these are some of the conversations they’re having. Alicia Shoults, CFE from the Ohio State Fair, has experienced a major crisis first hand. She provides

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4:41

U.S. Challenges Canada Under USMCA

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/02/01

The U.S. is putting together a second dispute settlement panel under the United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement. The panel will challenge Canada’s tariff-rate quotas and failure to follow the USMCA. These quotas allow Canada to impose higher tariffs on imports over a certain quantity. The U.S. argues it unfairly blocks key export opportunities for farmers and processors. Even though the U.S. won a previous dispute over this problem, the Canadian government has not fixed the problem. U.S. Sen

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8:28

Frozen Ground Doesn't Stop Soil Sampling

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/31

Rock River Laboratory stays busy testing both agronomic and animal nutrition samples through the winter. But since the ground is frozen in Wisconsin, the soil samples actually come from other parts of the world. Rock River Lab is testing soil from South America, which is in the height of its growing season. Scott Fleming is the director of field operations. Dustin Sawyer is the lab director. They join Mid-West Farm Report with trends they see in soil and nutrition testing. Dustin starts with why

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7:01

Soon You Won't Have To Cook Sweet Corn

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/31

The Sweet Corn Breeding program at UW-Madison has been around for about 200 years. Professor Bill Tracy has been a part of it for almost 40 years. He says the focus of research has shifted in that time due to changing industry and consumer needs. For example, when the breeding program first started, flavor and sweetness was the name of the game. Today, the focus is on shelf life, quality, health and... no cooking. The program will be launching a variety that you can eat raw.See

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3:02

Platteville Planning More High School Meat Courses

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/31

UW-Platteville hosted two free sessions in January for high schoolers interested in the meat industry. The funding came from the state's Meat Talent Development Program. Project lead Prof. Krista Eiseman says the sessions were a success, and the university is planning more to be more friendly to student schedules. She says to keep an eye out for news on more programming coming in the next few months via UW-Platteville’s School of Agriculture website and Facebook page. Or you can reach out to Krista

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50:00

Potential Record Low Calf Crop Has Market Talking -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/31

Now's the time to start researching and selecting farm partners you might like to work with this year to provide you with fresh produce. CSA's or Community Supported Agriculture operations dot the state. Right now, they're making plans for production this year. Charitee Seebecker talks to Sam Tilton with the CSA Coalition about all the work going on behind the scenes. Consumers are already making changes in what items they're purchasing - and that includes food. Stephanie Hoff visits with

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9:38

February Focus On Heart Healthy Beef - Sarah Agena

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/30

The Wisconsin Beef Council is helping to remind consumers, physicians and health care professionals about the benefits of lean beef in the diet. Sarah Agena, Consulting Registered Dietician with the Wisconsin Beef Council, visits with Pam Jahnke about the diverse audience that's asking more questions about how beef fits in their lifestyles. Agena says there's a lot of misunderstanding about how lean beef fits in any diet, and she dedicates her time to providing scientific answers to those that are

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9:14

Jase Wagner Now In Places As Compeer CEO and President

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/30

Jase Wagner is now in place as the new CEO and President of Compeer Financial. He visits with Pam Jahnke about his background, and how he's monitoring ongoing economic influences to keep finding success for the cooperative. Speaking of success, they'll again be issuing more than $200 million in member patronage beginning in February.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Protect The Harvest - Every Day - Dr. Mike Siemens

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/30

Making sure that animal agriculture can continue producing protein for consumers may seem like a slam dunk, but that's not the case. Dr. Mike Siemens with Protect The Harvest, says there's constant pressure from animal rights groups to take that option away. Bob Bosold talks to him about the organization and where some of the biggest challenges are coming from. The drought of 2022, especially in the Plains states, has caused some real disruption in beef cattle numbers being marketed and available

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No One's Immune To Economic Fluctuations Including...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/30

The United States continues to be a powerhouse when it comes to dairy exports. 2022 was another banner year according to Will Loux, Vice President of Global Economic Affairs for the U.S. Dairy Export Council. Will 2023 be the same? He talks to Pam Jahnke about how the value of the dollar, and inflation may change the trade environment. Wisconsin's getting ready to host the 2023 U.S. Championship Cheese Contest in Green Bay. Over 2,200 entries are making their way to the state in the form of

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7:34

More Milk, Unknown Demand

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/27

There’s more milk on the world market as milk production grows in the U.S. and in the European Union and New Zealand. Meanwhile, demand for that dairy remains a question in 2023 because of the possibility of a recession. This is the word from a longtime dairy economist Mark Stephenson. He’s been enjoying retirement from the Center for Dairy Profitability since November, but took some time with the Mid-West Farm Report this week for the 2023 outlook on dairy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:24

Farms Start 2023 Off Strong... But Not Invincible

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/27

The average Wisconsin farmer is sitting pretty well as we start a new year, according to numbers pulled by the Renk Agribusiness Institute at UW-Madison. But just because farm income appears to be at a record high, it doesn’t mean producers will be invincible to the risk that lies ahead. Paul Mitchell is the director of the Renk Agribusiness Institute and a professor in agricultural economics. He has the 2023 outlook for farm income, and he starts with why farms were so profitable in 2022 despite

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7:32

Cheese Judge-- Dream Job For Many

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/26

The U.S. Champion Cheese contest is taking place in Green Bay Feb 21-22. With 197 dairy product makers bringing over 2200 entries, it’s bound to be a delicious time in Titletown. Chad Galer is one of the people who will be up in Green Bay. He’s not taking cheese to be judged though. He stands on the other side of the table as a cheese judge. A job that many would love to have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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U.S. Milk Production Remains Flat - But Not Europe -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/26

A Dane County dairy farm has been getting plenty of attention since they committed some of their farm acres to an upcoming solar energy project. Charitee Seebecker talks to Tina Hinchley, WI Farmers Union member and ag tourism dairy farm attraction host, about the decision making process they went through. Pulling together recession, interest rates, and inflation. That's what Prof. Steve Deller, ag economist at UW-Madison did during the UW Ag Outlook Forum. Carrie Mess visits with Deller about

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Carbon Conference Coming Tuesday - Shelly Mayer

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/26

Technical colleges are escalating their efforts recruiting students for vocational opportunities across the state. At the Northern Technical College in Wausau, they're laser focused on agriculture. Stephanie Hoff visits with both the dean of the campus, and their ag coordinator about what programs are available.Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke for an update. He notes the fine details between the Steffes Group and other auction services, including their depth of staff. Paid for

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5:38

Senate Ag Committee To Focus On What Works

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/26

The Senate Agriculture and Tourism Committee will likely begin this Legislative session with what it knows works – expanding ag exports, promoting dairy and investing in meat processing, for example. This is the word from Sen. Joan Ballweg, R-Markesan, who chairs the committee. She also talks about the makeup of the committee and what's been brought to their attention by ag groups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:08

What's Shaking At The Capitol? It's Early.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/26

It’s pretty early in the state Legislative session for discussion on any bills that we can expect to see regarding Wisconsin agriculture. Sen. Howard Marklein, R-Spring Green, gives us an idea of the discussions that are circling the Capitol building. Marklein will be focused on the next biennial budget in his role as co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee. As a farm kid and member of the Senate Agriculture and Tourism Committee, he does recognize he's in a valuable position to fund agricultural

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3:56

Will Wisconsin Feel A Recession?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/25

Steve Dellar is a professor of agriculture and applied economics and is an extension specialist at UW Madison. I caught up with him at the Wisconsin Ag Outlook Forum held on Campus to get his thoughts on the state of the Wisconsin economy as well as what areas of concern he sees on the horizon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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