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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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5:22

Wisconsin Farmers Union Sees Growth

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/19

The Wisconsin Farmers Union concluded its 95th annual convention, celebrating a year defined by both legislative hurdles and significant internal growth. Executive Director Danielle Endvick, who took the helm in May, tells Mid-West Farm Report that despite a volatile federal and state landscape, the organization is "busting at the seams" with new energy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:25

Sourcing Local For Convention

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/18

For its 95th annual convention, one Wisconsin organization decided to transform the standard hotel meal into a direct investment in its own membership. By partnering with Chula Vista Resort and several regional food hubs, the event successfully sourced 70 local ingredients, ranging from storage crops like garlic and potatoes to proteins and dairy, from 40 farmer members. With the products, staff fed 280 attendees seven meals each. The initiative wasn’t just about the menu. It was about

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5:20

Local Vets Reassure: Healthy Herds, Safe Milk

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/18

Unlike previous highly pathogenic strains seen in other regions, the specific variant at a Dodge County dairy farm appears to have a minimal impact on cattle health, according to a local veterinarian. Dr. Monty Belmer is one of the partners at Waupun Veterinary Service. Being in Dodge County, where Wisconsin detected its first bird flu case in dairy cattle, they’re on alert. He explains to Mid-West Farm Report how day-to-day operations change for veterinary staff when there's a disease

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48:35

An Important Day For Wolves In Washington D.C. & HPAI...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/18

It's a big day in Washington D.C for wolves. The House of Representatives will vote on the Pet and Livestock Protection Act. Ultimately, the decision will determine if the gray wolf will stay on the endangered species list. Fabulous Farm Babe Pam Jahnke and Wisconsin DNR Large Carnivore Specialist, Randy Johnson, discuss Wisconsin's wolf population data and movement patterns. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck and Kiley Allan talk about the warmer temperatures we have been seeing. Temperatures will continue

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8:12

Behind The Scenes Of A Recall

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/17

Think of your cheese going through TSA before it gets to you -- metal detectors, X-rays... and the careful eyes of the farmer, processor, and the dairy sanitation specialists with the state of Wisconsin. But sometimes, issues still happen. We’re getting a look at the recall process today with Elsie Lundquist. She’s one of 20 dairy sanitarians with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:59

What Don't We Know About WI Wolves - Randy Johnson,...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/17

On Thursday, the full House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. is expected to consider removing the wolf from the endangered species list. This is a conversation Wisconsin has been watching unfold. With more and more deprivation reports coming from south of highway 29 in Wisconsin - what don't we know about Wisconsin wolves? Randy Johnson is the Large Carnivore Specialist at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. He talks with Pam Jahnke about what people may not know about wolves today

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50:00

New Year Comes With No New Farm Bill Plus Prime Rib...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/17

Despite the Farmer's Bridge Assistance program and the $11 billion it's bringing to farms, there's still no Farm Bill. Bob Bosold talks about the agenda yet to be tackled on farm policy with Rod Larew, President of the National Farmers Union. Larew was in Wisconsin for the 95th annual meeting of the WI Farmers Union. He says that while farms are grateful for the financial assistance, they'd rather get their "check" from the world marketplace. Larew says the battle doesn't end with tariffs. He says

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49:50

Assessing Cheese Market, Bird Flu Impact & Grain Outlook

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/16

The U.S. dairy industry is experiencing lower-than-usual commodity cheese prices, but Kim Heiman of Nasonville Dairy in Marshfield is betting on long-term growth driven by consumer demand for protein and significant industry investment. Higher-than-average temperatures mid-week may bring some precipitation, only to freeze later, says ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Grace Atherton with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association emphasizes that pasteurization effectively inactivates the bird flu virus,

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5:14

Pasteurization Keeps Dairy Products Safe After HPAI...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/15

Wisconsin has gotten its first confirmed case of HPAI in a dairy herd in Dodge County, and that may leave a lot of you wondering, what does this mean for our cheese? Grace Atherton, the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Association Communications Director, is here to share what these processing plants are doing to make sure our dairy foods remain safe. She says that all dairy products are safe to consume and prior history shows the demand will not waver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:49

Wisconsin Gets A Handle On First Bird Flu Case In...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/15

It's not just soybeans caught in the crosshairs of tariffs. The U.S. Meat Export Federation is battling against tariffs and phytosanitary challenges on the global scene, too. Dan Halstrom is the CEO of USMEF. He visits with Bob Bosold about the challenges and opportunities he sees. Halstrom notes that while some markets like China are still throwing up obstacles, there are still areas like Central America and regions of Africa that hold tremendous promise for U.S. meat products.Warmer weather is on

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49:54

An International Friday: Wisconsin Ginseng In China &...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/12

Sarah Hagenow, the 78th Alice in Dairyland, stamped her passport when she went toShanghai,China with the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin. Kiley Allan catches up with Sarah and learns about her favorite parts of the trip. It's about to get colder. Ag Meteorologist Stu Muck walks us through our forecast. He reminds us to bundle up if you're going outside this weekend. The intricaciesof war can leave soil unhealthy, and action must be taken to ensure agriculture production is restored. Ben Jarboe talks to

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8:42

From Hatch To Dispatch, Feeding Probiotics Improves...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/12

Ensuring animals get the proper nutrients and energy to grow and produce as expected, their feed must be particularly crafted to fit their needs. Dr. Steve Lerner, Senior Scientific and Business Advisor at Novonesis, breaks down how and why probiotics boost livestock efficiency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:52

Taking A Prescriptive Approach To Crop Health

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/12

When it comes to caring for crops, a lot of curveballs are thrown farmers' way. Courtney Schriver, the Key Account Manager of Plant Health at Novonesis, says the problem solving is not throwing the kitchen sink at the field. He breaks down Novonesis's prescriptive approach to solving problems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:24

Mid-West Farm Report Ride Along - Syngenta's Durastak...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/12

On this edition of the Mid-West Farm Report Ride Along, we head to northern Illinois to visit the Syngenta Seeds Research & Development Innovation Center. The question? How big of a problem is corn rootworm(CRW) for farmers today? What new technology's being developed to address that problem? Pam Jahnke is joined by Syngenta Corn Product Manager, Matt Dolch. Dolch began his career with Syngenta as an intern, and today is proud to be discussing the latest technology coming to corn fields across

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6:59

For The First Time, World Snowshoe Championships Come...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

Wisconsin will be making its debut as host to more than a thousand snowshoe enthusiasts from across the globe when a world champion snowshoe race meets in Calumet County later this month. The World Snowshoe Championships, U.S. Nationals Snowshoe Championships, and Open Championships will be held on Dec. 18-21 at the Ariens Nordic Center in Brillion, and organizers are excited about bringing the competition to a new audience in Wisconsin. “The Ariens Nordic Center truly is a remarkable venue,

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25:00

Serving Your Country - Serving Your Community -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

"Servant heart" - by definition it generally means having a deep, selfless desire to help and put others' needs before your own, motivated by love, humility, and a willingness to serve without expecting rewards, recognition, or something in return. That ultimately is what led Victor Magnus, a Rural Mutual agent from Wautoma, to his current position helping his community. Magnus explains his desire as a youth to enroll in the military. After a successful tour of duty with the National Guard, Magnus

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17:58

A Year In The Life Of A Reindeer

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

Soon Santa will be taking to the skies with his eight magical reindeer to deliver presents to all the kids, but what does this care look like out of the season? Jeff Phillips, the owner of Reindeer Games out of Erin, Wisconsin gives a look at why these animals are so unique and what care looks like for them south of the North Pole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:26

How Ukraine Agriculture Is Combatting The Conflict

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

Since 2022 Ukraine has been locked into a war with Russia changing a lot of their daily lives. This includes within their agricultural operations. Mike McNeill the president of Ag Advisory limited, has spent time in Ukraine to help them change their practices so they can continue producing. He gives a look into how the conflict has impacted their ability to farm and what some of the changes to practices are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:51

Trade Squeeze Results In Negative Margins

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

The ongoing trade and tariff disputes are impacting Wisconsin's agricultural sector, with farmers reporting negative economic returns. Tyler Wenzlaff, director of national affairs for the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, says the costs associated with tariffs are hitting producers from multiple directions. "It increases the cost of our inputs, it increases the cost of our machinery, and it increases the costs of everything that we do, really," he says, noting that the squeeze on the industry has

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6:33

Local Ordinances Create 'Unattainable Goals' For Farmers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/12/11

Brad Olson, president of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation and a farmer in northern Polk County, is raising the alarm over a growing trend of local ordinances that stand to hurt the state's agriculture industry. These regulations, often appearing in a patchwork across communities in the western and northwestern portions of the state, are framed as environmental protection but end up blocking farmers from expanding their businesses. "If the cost of expansion is so great that you can't afford to do

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