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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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2:22

Public Education's Role In Ag

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/09

We’re seeing the ag industry turn to the high school classroom to get students interested in pursuing a career in ag. The challenge is that there’s a shortage of educators. State Superintendent Jill Underly tells Mid-West Farm Report what she’s noticed from her role as head of the Department of Public Instruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:48

What's The Answer To Labor Shortages?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/09

Every industry in Wisconsin is looking for labor, especially agriculture. But where is the solution to that problem? And how is government stepping in to solve the issue? Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary Amy Pechacek explains that the answer to a worker shortage is coming from both in and out of state. She starts by telling Mid-West Farm Report how Wisconsin is looking to home-grow the next generation of workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:44

Badger Box Program Will Continue

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/09

Fighting hunger isn’t a seasonal issue, but this is the time of year that many people pay more attention to food insecurity in our community. Sherrie Tussler, the Executive Director of Hunger Task Force in Milwaukee shares more about the urban farm they use to produce fresh foods, as well as an update on Badger Boxes, the partnership between Hunger Task Force and Wisconsin Farmers that came about during the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

Farm to Holiday Meals With Wisconsin Butter

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/08

The Holiday Season is upon us, which means it’s time for family gatherings and also more time spent in the kitchen. Sharing more about Farm to Holiday Meals with Wisconsin Butter is the 75th Alice in Dairyland, Taylor Schaefer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:18

Make Spirits Bright With A State Fair Ornament

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/08

Become an official Friend of the Fair with a donation to the Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation and receive a collectable 2022 Cream Puff Ornament. Do this for yourself or for a loved one this holiday season. Tess Kerksen, the Director of Public Relations at the Wisconsin State Fair Park shares more about great holiday gift ideas that benefit the Wisconsin State Fair as well. But first she talks about what takes place on the grounds during the winter season and how these donations ultimately help

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6:39

Supporting Ag Educators Is The Goal

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/08

As we close out 2022, Sally Ladsten reflects on her first year with the Department of Public Instruction. She serves as the consultant for agriculture, food and natural resources education. Also in her title – State FFA Advisor. She's also been working with the Wisconsin Agricultural Education and Workforce Development Council to bring several state agencies together to promote ag education across the state. The council has three different committees. Ladsten's committee has been working on

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12:22

Attracting Non-Farm Students To Ag

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/08

When you’ve got 1,000+ students… 375 in FFA… six from a farm… how do you engage the whole student body in ag? Ask Mrs. Boettcher at DeForest Area High School. Students are getting hands-on experience with aquaponics, raising tilapia and lettuce for the culinary arts and school lunch program. They are growing flowers and vegetables in a new greenhouse through their horticulture units. And, students are raising rabbits and chickens in the classroom for their animal sciences studies. Let's not overlook

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50:00

Ukrainian Farmer Shares Nightmare Of Farming During War

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/08

Agriculture's not getting a lot of the media attention in the war between Ukraine and Russia - but it's definitely being impacted. Bob Bosold visited with Ukranian dairy farmer, Kees Poizinga about what life's like in the war zone. He discusses what farmers and families have been forced to do while they're being attacked. Charitee Seebecker visits with Dave Danielson of Union Grove about policy platforms adopted by the WI Farm Bureau Federation during their annual business meeting. Pam Jahnke

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7:20

Equipment Global Supply Projections

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/07

The agriculture industry is changing rapidly from ongoing technological innovation to global supply chain disruptions. As a leading innovator, CLAAS constantly strives to optimize grower operations, provide transparency and help agriculture professionals improve their bottom line. Daryl Theis, head of marketing and sales for CLAAS, shares more about the latest product innovations, global supply chain projections and how they are meeting the needs of growers across North America.See

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6:45

4-H Looking For More Adult Leaders

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/07

4-H student membership took a dip during the pandemic, and the hope is that those numbers will come back up and grow. But students aren't the only members 4-H wants to see -- they're looking for more adult project and chapter leaders. This is the word from Carlea Liermann, an educator for Calumet County 4-H and the co-advisor for the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:02

Specialty Crops Coming To Class

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/07

Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom was a recipient of the federal 2022 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, and it means more curriculum around the state's specialty crops will be available to classrooms. Coordinator Beth Schaefer collaborated with the Alice in Dairyland program for the $24,000 grant. Coordinator Beth Schaefer says the curriculum will have a soft launch beginning in January. Student and teacher feedback will help polish up the lesson leading up to the 2023 school year.See

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7:58

Ethanol Industry Picking Up Momentum

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/06

The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is working hard to secure farmers access to clean fuel markets with climate-smart agriculture. Brian Jennings, CEO of ACE shares more about the renewable fuel standard and outlook for the ethanol industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:09

Cultivating Your Farm's Future

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/06

UW-Extension is working hard to provide farm business management resources and tools to farmers to improve profitability through informed decision-making. Joy Kirkpatrick, the farm succession outreach specialist at UW-Extension Farm Management division, shares more about their upcoming program that will provide tools to producers who want to begin the succession planning process. This is the Cultivating your Farms future: planning your farms succession workshop.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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11:13

Water Shortages Influence Ag Economy

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/06

It’s in the headlines – water shortages, droughts – happening across the globe and here in the U.S. And it's starting conversations over water rights, laws and the value of water resources. It could change what production looks like out West. Brian Richter is the president of Sustainable Waters and a senior fellow for World Wildlife Fund. He was asked to speak at the recent PDPW Dairy Insight Summit because of his knowledge on how water issues impact the ag economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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14:29

Wisconsin's Dining Scene -- It's Changing

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/06

Whether you’re in rural Wisconsin or here in Madison, you don’t have to look too far when you’re craving something to eat. Whether it’s a supper club, a café, a sandwich shop, you name it… Wisconsin is a leading state in the number of restaurants per capita. Another thing about our state’s dining scene? It’s changing in order to adapt to inflation and consumer preferences. Wisconsin Restaurant Association Executive Vice President Susan Quam tells Mid-West Farm Report what the industry will look like

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7:11

Wisconsin Farm Bureau 2023 Policy Set

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/05

More than 230 delegates at the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s 103rd Annual Meeting established new policy directives for the organization. Farm Bureau delegates adopted the policies that will be included in the organization’s policy book in 2023. Resolutions were submitted by delegates as part of a grassroots policy development process. Dave Daniels, the Vice President of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation and chair of the delegate session says, "the dedication of our members is evident

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10:57

Holiday Scammers Are Back - Courney Anclam AARP of WI

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/05

Every year on-line scammers get more clever and sophisticated in how they're trying to steal your money. AARP has created a portfolio of information to try and keep you safe when shopping or donating on-line. Courtney Anclam, Senior Program Specialist with AARP of Wisconsin says people's generosity during the holidays can turn them into victims if you're not aware of security measures that should be in place. There's several ways you can make sure your donations end up helping as you'd expect,

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50:00

Discovery Farms Winter Conference On The Way

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/05

Trying to reach dairy consumers outside of the U.S. is the major goal of the U.S. Dairy Export Council. Stephanie Hoff talks with USDEC CEO, Krista Harden, about the challenges they're moving through to keep U.S. dairy moving internationally.There's a lot of conversations focused on electric vehicles, in fact some states are essentially mandating electric transportation in the future. Electric vehicles, however, may not be feasible for some high horsepower industries - like agriculture. Stephanie

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11:42

Spuds Storing Nicely

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/05

After an excellent growing season, Wisconsin potatoes are doing well in storage. Since the state is a year-round producer of potatoes, the spuds harvested this fall will have to last through the summer. Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association Executive Director Tamas Houlihan shares what the association is looking forward to in 2023 in terms of policy, environmental initiatives, and the market. First, he talks more about the quality of this year’s crop and how the supply will look until

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10:12

Global Marketplace Is Evolving

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/12/05

The Great Economic Reset is underway, according to Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company. Between inflationary pressures, severe weather events, an epidemic, war AND limited farmland -- economic competitiveness is going regional. Basse gives insight on what to anticipate in 2023 and recommends how to stay profitable as a producer when the world trade picture shifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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