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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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9:34

CSAs In The Winter

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/20

Just because vegetables aren't growing outside right now doesn't mean that the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farmers are just sitting around. Sam Oschwald Tilton, fresh market vegetable specialist from FairShare CSA Coalition provides insight into what those farmers are doing during the winter and how customers can prepare for this year's season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:05

Nitrogen Optimization Grant Deadline Approaching

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/19

The deadline for the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection commercial nitrogen optimization pilot grant is fast approaching. Applications are due January 31 and recipients will be announced in march. Are you still unsure on if you should apply? Mark Witecha, Soil and Watershed Management Section Manager for DATCP, explains some helpful tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:38

Marion Dedicated To The Future Of Agriculture

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/19

You may not think that frogs and water quality have anything to do with cookies or shelf stable goods. But to Kriss Marion, they all go together in supporting the wellbeing of communities. Marion is a farmer from Blanchardville who is dedicated to soil and water stewardship. She is a part of the River Alliance of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Farmers Union, Wisconsin Women in Conservation, and has played a key role in the cottage food law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

Europe Competing For US Cheese Market - Faulman

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/19

Many pet owners look at their cats/dogs like family members, and will generally do or pay most anything to keep them healthy. Carrie Mess visits with Dr. David Vail from the UW-Veterinary School of Medicine about oncology research that might improve the outcome for not only pets - but people too. WI Senator Tammy Baldwin's excited about projects coming to rural communities funded in part, by the Rural Business Investment Program. Carrie Mess visits with the senator about Isomark Health. Isomark

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1:16

Wisconsin Farmers Union Donates To Second Harvest...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/18

A large donation of nutritious protein found its way from family farms to Madisontoday when 35,000 pounds of pork was delivered to Second Harvest Foodbank. The donation by Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU), in partnership with Farmers Union Enterprises, is part of a five-state giving spree of 180,000 pounds of pork that also includes food banks in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:21

Wisconsin Farmers Union Farm & Rural Lobby Day

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/18

Wisconsin Farmers Union hosted their Farm & Rural Lobby day in Madison on January 18th. Members advocated for policy priorities set by the grassroots membership at the farm organization’s annual convention in December. Darin Von Ruden, President of Wisconsin Farmers Union, explains the history of the farm and rural lobby day and key priorities being brought forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:17

31st Annual GrassWorks Grazing Conference

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/18

The GrassWorks Annual Grazing Conference is coming up, February 2-4. Attendees have many opportunities to network and discuss their operations and techniques peer-to-peer during breaks, social times, banquets, and music along with over 30 breakout sessions focused on grazing management. Patty Laskowski Morren, GrassWorks executive director explains how this conference was started and highlights to look forward to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:00

Baldwin Shares Rural Business Investment Program Success

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/18

Senator Tammy Baldwin joined farmers, ag innovators and investors to talk more about the Rural Business Investment Program and how it’s helping companies like Fitchburg based Isomark Health develop tools for farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:39

Agriculture Structure Safety This Winter

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

As snow accumulates off on and on this winter, farm building safety and maintenance are integral in preventing total roof collapse. David Bohnhoff, professional engineer and emeritus professor of Structural, Building Construction Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, says the key causes of agricultural buildings collapsing during the winter aren’t necessarily due to the snow, but a failure in the structure’s engineering. The snow is just the tipping point of what can create a domino

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7:57

Grain & Fiber Hemp Gaining Traction

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

Wisconsin continues to be a hub for hemp research, even having a hand in new resources, such as the Midwestern Hemp Database and the Emerging Crops Website. Phillip Alberti, a research program manager at UW-Madison in the hemp program walks Mid-West Farm Report through trends he’s seeing in Wisconsin’s hemp industry, and the resources that hemp growers now have at their fingertips. He adds that grant dollars are focused toward grain and fiber hemp vs CBD hemp because of potential in that market. But

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5:31

Safety Regulations-- Change On The Horizon.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

What do you do if OSHA rolls into your farm or Ag business? This topic was covered at the recent Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic in Madison. Jim Holte is the Safety Director for the Wisconsin Agri-Business Association. I spoke with him during the association's annual conference for a rundown on what farmers and Ag businesses need to know about OSHA and safety. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:46

Drones- Coming To A Farm Near You?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

It’s not a bird, a plane or superman flying over farm fields, but it might be a drone looking for weeds or spraying fungicide. Ben D. Johnson, Territory Sales Manager at Rantizo says that drones have come a long way in a short time. While just a few years ago they were more toy than tool, they are now bigger, smarter and more capable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:14

NTC Launches Garden To Market Specialist Degree

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

The School of Agricultural Science, Utilities and Transportation at Northcentral Technical College is always adjusting its degree offerings to meet industry needs. This semester, it's launching its Garden to Market Specialist technical degree program. It's a one-year program that includes classes in greenhouse management, designing and timing a garden, soil science, and plant and pest management. Dean Greg Cisewski and Instructor Trevor Frank have the details. Enroll at ntc.edu. See

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5:37

Catching Up With WAMP

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

"Man vs Machine" is the theme for the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors Annual Convention held in April at the Madison Marriott West Hotel & Convention Center. It explores how technology can help streamline workforce, among other important topics to the industry. WAMP President Jake Sailer also tells Mid-West Farm Report about what else the industry is focused on from meat talent education to educating processors on regulations. Learn more: https://wi-amp.com/convention/See

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50:00

China's GDP Not The Only Influence On Markets - Heinberg

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/17

The 43rd Wisconsin FFA Alumni Convention's coming up in Waukesha Feb. 18-19. Jill Welke talks to Exec. Secretary, Cheryl Steinbach, about the agenda and how the convention's put together. It rotates across the state involving local chapters for planning, and local businesses for tours. DairyStrong 2023 unfolds at the Monona Terrace Convention Center Wednesday and Thursday. Stephanie Hoff discusses the theme and guest speakers with Dairy Business Association Director, Tim Trotter, about the

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10:20

Nominate Your School Athlete - Vicki Janisch

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/16

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin has launched a new partnership with Wisconsin Sports Network, highlighting student athletes from all sports, across the state, that hail from a dairy farm family. Vicki Janisch, Manager Farmer Communications & Programs at Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin talks with Pam Jahnke about the unique balance these student athletes strike between duties on the farm, scholastic responsibilities, and performing in sports.Wisconsin Sport Network’s Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin Athlete of

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50:00

New Faces In UW Extension

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/16

Bob Bosold talks to Jill Stall Tyler with Global Cow. The Global Cow program allows participants to do training plans with dairies from different parts of the world to learn about their programs. Farmers from the US go to other countries to learn and farmers come to the US for training plans. Different curricula are used according to the participant's age and ability. Charitee Seebecker visits with Ron Schmaling, auctioneer who's volunteered for the past 35 years assisting the WI Fair Association

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Craft Brewers Can Expect Headwinds in 2023

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/14

Wisconsin’s craft breweries faced supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. But are things back to normal yet? Zak Koga, the Vice-President of the Wisconsin Brewers Guild and owner of Karben4 Brewing says there's going to be a lot of headwinds against the local craft beer industry throughout 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

China New Year - Big Business WI Ginseng Looks For

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

The Wisconsin Farmers Union will continue to encourage dairy farmers to work together on Federal Milk Order Reform. Charitee Seebecker talks to Bobbi Wilson, Dairy Together Coordinator at WFU, about their progress. Our holiday celebrations may be in the rear view mirror, but in China they're just getting ready for their big event. China's New Year on Jan. 22nd is the number one time that Wisconsin Ginseng gets distributed across the country as gifts. At least that was the case prior to 2019.

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CA Weather Hurting Dairy Production And Herd Health

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

There's a new leader of Wisconsin's Assembly Committee on Agriculture. Travis Tranel, dairy producer from southwest Wisconsin will take over the reins. He talks with Pam Jahnke about the shrinking voice of actual farmers at the state capitol, and what he sees coming down the pike as far as policy. The 2023 Fairest of the Fairs was introduced last night at the WI Fair Association annual convention. Charitee Seebecker captured the first conversation with Sharlene Swedlund, representing Green

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