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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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Organic Grain Opportunities - OGrain Conference...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

The Wisconsin Agribusiness winter meeting begins today in Madison focused on all the technology that farmers will employ and deploy to fields this spring. Tom Bressner, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Agribusiness Association, highlights what's being offered. Pam Jahnke visits with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group about the aggressive start to scheduled auctions in 2023. Paid for by Steffes Auction Group. Wisconsin is a powerhouse when it comes to organic agriculture, ranking right behind

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Drones Are Growing And A Wrap Up On The WI Fair...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

Many farms and homes across Wisconsin are adding on gadgets and technology to run things more efficiently. Catch is - can your power grid support all that safely. Stephanie Hoff talks to electrician Jeff Mahlkuch from Monroe about some of the troubleshooting that people in rural Wisconsin might be called on to do. The Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic wrapped up in Madison Thursday focused on new technology and products coming to farm fields in 2023. Carrie Mess talks to Ben Johnson from Rantizo

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Southwest Tech To Expand Mobile Ag Lab Offerings

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

The Agriculture and Rural Initiative, Compeer Financial’s donor advised fund, has granted $600,000 to community and technical colleges across the cooperative’s 144-county territory, including $50,000 to Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. Southwest Tech is one of five community colleges in Wisconsin receiving these grant dollars and plans to use the funding for programming and materials for its Mobile Ag Lab, in addition to support for its livestock judging teams. “Using our Mobile Agriculture

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5:56

Staying Compliant For Faster NMP Approvals

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/13

Yes, he's the regulator, but he's also the resource. Aaron O'Rourke is the nutrient management plan coordinator with the Wisconsin DNR's CAFO program. If you're taking the 'offseason' to work on your NMP, O'Rourke has some advice to make sure your plan isn't only compliant, but that it gets approved quickly. He's also got some reminders on winter manure management rules for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention Update

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/12

The Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention took place January 8-11 with about 1,000 people in attendance. The theme this year was Keeping it Rural. Jayme Buttke, Executive Secretary and Treasurer of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs says that the theme is inline with their missions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Census Of Agriculture Due Soon!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/12

The due date for the Census of Agriculture is fast approaching -- Feb. 6. Greg Bussler is Wisconsin’s State Statistician with USDA National Agricultural Statistic Service. He reminds you to get that filled out and sent in to make sure that people in charge of farm policy and farm grant dollars know you're out there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:13

Renewable Energy Dollars On The Table

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/12

Wisconsin’s Rural Development office has money on the table specifically for farmers and small rural businesses to make energy improvements. The new grant and loan program (Rural Energy for America Program Renewable Energy Systems & Energy Efficiency Improvement Loans & Grants in Wisconsin) will finance renewable energy or help improve energy efficiency. Cari Sabel says the application is pretty basic. Any of the six Wisconsin Rural Development offices can help you. Find the link here:

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11:27

New Incentives In 2023 Through Focus On Energy - Joel...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/12

Focus on your farm in 2023 by optimizing operations. Find out how Focus on Energy can help you identify energy efficiency upgrades while saving money on your utility bills for years to come. Today we are going to talk about: 2023 Program Updates Propane Offering Horticultural Lighting Pump Assessment Offering and VSD Bonus New Construction Projects in 2023 Interested in participating? Contact your local Energy Advisor with questions and help getting started! For a complete list of incentives,

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2023 Fairest of The Fairs: Sharlene Swedlund

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/12

The granddaughter of Rocky and Clare Swedlund of Juda, Wis., Sharlene Swedlund currently studies Manufacturing Engineering Technology at Blackhawk Technical College. She is currently employed at Kuhn North America as a Technical Publications Specialist working in engineering documentation. Swedlund is a past Juda Dairy Queen, an active FFA Alumni and has a passion for agriculture and the Green County Fair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bug Resistant Crops? Research Continues At UW

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/11

There’s a new face on UW Madison’s Campus. Dr Emily Bick has joined the Entomology department and she has an eye on research using precision agriculture to learn more about keeping pests out of crops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:55

Schmaling Retires From Auctioneering

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/11

After 35 years in the auctioneer business, Terry Schmaling is set to retire. A Delavan, Wisconsin native and third generation fairboard member, Schmaling also served as a Wisconsin Association of Fairs zone four director. With his passion for hogs and judging across the United States and Canada, Schmaling says one thing that stuck out to him is the vigor people have to improve the fair industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:45

New Workbook For Farmers Seeking New Careers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/10

The Wisconsin Farm Center at the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has a lot of resources available to help farmers continue farming. Whether it’s financial consulting, transition planning, herd-based diagnostics or even farmer wellness – they’ve got the help you need to keep your farming operation going strong. The Farm Center also understands that farmers face situations that may force them to consider a new career. And that’s why they’ve come out with a new workbook for

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11:22

Economic Challenges Expected To Continue

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/10

Inflation will continue to be a challenge into 2023, and food is under enormous pressure, says Wisconsin Grocers Association President and CEO Brandon Scholz. He says shoppers are making changes to adapt to higher prices: opting for cheaper proteins, passing on name brand products and planning meals ahead of time to limit extra spending at the store, for example. Meanwhile, the grocery industry is also working on changes to hurdle new norms -- supply chain problems, labor shortages, and

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8:18

"Meet Me On The Midway"

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/09

Jerry Apps is the author of "Meet Me on The Midway" a book about the history of Wisconsin Fairs. Charitee Seebecker had the chance to talk with Apps at the Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention about his experiences and how much the fair industry has changed from its earliest incarnations of livestock exhibits to where it is today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Are You Ready For Badger Lambing School?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/09

The cutest class you'll ever take is coming your way Feb. 18-19. This is the weekend when the UW-Madison Arlington Research Station Sheep Unit will be your learning laboratory -- in the midst of lambing season. Join Outreach Specialist Todd Taylor, Extension educators, and guest speakers to learn about ewe and lamb nutrition, veterinary care, and record keeping. This is also your chance to gain hands-on experience processing lambs, and observing and assisting with the birthing process. It costs $100

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Cheese Checks Consumers' 2023 Boxes

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/09

What's ahead for dairy? Mark Stephenson is retired, but Extension specialist Lenny Polzin and company are carrying on the work helping dairy farmers make good management decisions. Right now, Polzin is working on the dairy market and price forecasts. He says demand is good, especially for cheese. Even as the dollar remains strong and interest rates continue to rise, there hasn't been pullback on exports, he says.E15 sales are not permanently allowed year-round due to an outdated rule, according to

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8:25

Farm Legacy Program

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/06

The American Farmland Trust was founded in 1980 and has been working hard ever since to preserve America’s farms. One way they are doing this is through their Farm Legacy Program. Kara O’Connor, Midwest Philanthropy Officer for American Farmland Trust says that this program provides landowners with the peace of mind that their farm will always remain a farm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mosaic Explains Growing Soil Health Interest

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/06

With fertilizer and other soil inputs predicted to be costly in 2023, how can you make the most of it? That's the question that is drawing growers to soil biologics, and the idea that soil health from a microscopic perspective can help plants better utilize inputs and increase yields. This is according to Matt Sowder, the global director of agronomy with The Mosaic Company. He points farmers to cropnutrition.com for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Enbridge Gives Update On Line 5 Relocation

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/06

The Enbridge Line 5 oil pipeline running through Northern Wisconsin is an important conduit to getting fuel to refineries across the Upper Midwest and Canada. It transports about 23 million gallons of crude oil and natural gas liquid per day. That energy goes to heat homes and fuel vehicles. Today, Enbridge is undergoing the process to relocate the pipeline to go around the Bad River Reservation. It currently goes through the reservation for about 13 miles. The project update comes from Paul

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5:19

Christmas Trees Can Create Fire Hazards

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2023/01/05

While Christmas may be over- many want to continue that holiday cheer and enjoy their Christmas lights. But keeping up the tree for too long can be a real hazard. DNR Cooperative Fire Specialist Ron Schneider, says that now is the time to take down your trees if you have not done so already and provides helpful fire prevention tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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