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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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12:41

Hidden Cave Cidery Supports Wisconsin Apple Growers

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/22

With an agronomy degree from UW–Madison and a passion for a career in plant seeding, Walker Fanning wanted to work on a fruit-crop farm, but his choices were limited and seasonal. Fanning went from uncertainty to now owning and running Hidden Cave Cidery. He shares more on his journey to becoming a craft cidery owner that promotes Wisconsin’s apple farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:56

Interest Rates Impact Dairy Demand

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/22

An agricultural startup in Wisconsin is setting out to be a resource for farmers and gardeners. SeedLinked is a search platform, marketplace and seed trail company changing the way large- and small-scale growers find horticultural crop seed. Users’ geolocated reviews detail seed performance and inform others of which variety might be most successful in a specific region, explains co-founder and Viroqua farmer Dylan Bruce. AgriGold regional agronomist Joey Heneghan argues this year has been the best

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12:57

Dairy Products Contest Fuels Innovation

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/21

Consumers love choices and new products. Innovative products featuring dairy as the star, in particular those boasting the calming effects of dairy are being sought out in a competition among college students. Rohit Kapoor is the Vice President-Product Research at Dairy Management Inc. He shares how DMI is helping to fuel the innovation fire with their Dairy Products Contest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:56

This Morning -- All About Unique Partnerships

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/21

Pheasants Forever isn’t just about hunting. And Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin isn’t just about milking cows. Recently these two organizations have developed a partnership, promoting on-farm conservation practices that also make sense to a farmer's bottom line. Carrie Mess talks to Josh Bendorff. Steffes Group is still busy ahead of harvest. They've got just shy of 10,000 acres before the end of the year -- after harvest, which is a good time to sell, according to Ashley Huhn. This a paid

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11:05

Know The Signs Of Suicide

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

It's National Suicide Awareness Month and National Farm Safety Week. Megan Schossow is the outreach director with UMASH -- the Upper Midwest Agricultural Health and Safety Center. She says mental health issues have reached points similar to that of the 80s farm crisis in the past decade. This is due to stress over trade deals, market volatility, COVID-19, supply chain disruption and inflation. She says it's also impacting more women and children. She shares warning signs you can watch for. She also

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9:17

Old Wisconsin Sausage Celebrates 75 Years

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

A lot has changed in the sausage-making industry over the past 75 years, such as consumer trends and overall expansion. But at least one thing has stayed the same – the need and appreciation for great employees. This is the message from Steve Harrison, the vice president and general manager of Old Wisconsin Sausage in Sheboygan County. Old Wisconsin Sausage is celebrating 75 years of sausage making. Steve Harrison describes how it feels and how the business has evolved over the past several

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11:06

Life Insurance -- A Risk Management Tool

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

"I’m too young." "I’m healthy." "I don’t want to pay that every month." These are common thoughts people have about life insurance, says Carl Ivey, life advisor with American Family Insurance. He says these thoughts are getting in your own way. Today is always the cheapest time to buy life insurance, because you're always getting older. And the expense is more like paying for a tool -- Ivey walks us through scenarios where life insurance can help in farm transitions, retirement and taking care of

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9:48

Risk Loss and Safety Go Hand In Hand

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

The 2019 data for the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the agricultural sector is the most dangerous in America with an equivalent of 23 deaths per 100,000 workers. Fall harvest time can be one of the busiest and most dangerous seasons of the year for the agriculture industry. For this reason, the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety and Health Week. Angela Bunker, Senior Loss Control Specialist with American Family Insurance helps to effectively analyze

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49:28

Milk Market Back Up Thanks To Cheese Demand

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

Don Bussye, chief planner for the census of agriculture, shares more on the 2022 census of agriculture survey and what elected officials will be looking at when putting the 2023 farm bill together. UW-Madison Agronomy Professor, Bill Tracy, says Wisconsin shouldn't have to rely on a few regions of the U.S. for its produce. With extreme weather events such as drought and fires in California, the pressure is on for researchers to develop seed varieties for producers here in Wisconsin. For example,

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13:24

Busy Time For Retailers - Mark Farnsworth

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

Just like it is a busy time for kids going back to school, it's also a busy time for retailers everywhere. Mark Farnsworth, Retail Sales Supervisor for Rhodes Bake-N-Serv, talks about how he got into his retail role and how he works to make sure all of their customers feel like they are a part of the Rhodes family. He also shares stories of growing up in the bakery business, and how that feeling of comfort continues today as they prepare for the holidays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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13:17

Perfect Recipes For Busy Schedules - Amy Hall

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/20

If you’re finding yourself overwhelmed and busy yet still trying to provide some good meals for your family to come together, Rhodes BakeNServ has some excellent recipes for you. Give a listen to all the ways you use any of the Rhodes BakeNServ products in your busy lifestyle with Amy Hall, the Social Media Coordinator with Rhodes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:00

Smart Corn: The Future of Corn

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/19

Sammie Brantner of DEKALB, talks about what Smart Corn is and how soon it will be on the market. Smart Corn provides added protection, accessibility, and greater yield potential. With feed ingredient prices climbing Drew Johnson, an independent dairy consultant in Western Wisconsin, shares some of the smart swaps and moves he’s seen farmers make. From adjusting ration inclusions based on falling protein prices, updates on some of the possible byproducts out there, and plans for spring planting, he

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13:22

Little John's Kitchen- Ending Hunger, Providing...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/16

Food waste, food access and food insecurity are all complex issues. Chef Dave Heide of Little John’s Kitchens is taking on those issues, and more on multiple levels. Chef Heide has founded Little John’s Kitchens to funnel excess food from farms and stores and people who want to learn cooking skills, into healthy meals that are “made with love”. He shares more about his “Pay What You Can” restaurant, as well as how the organization he leads is helping those with a variety of needs in the

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9:55

Protect Your Farm From Cyber Threats

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/16

Instances of cyber-attacks, ID theft and cyber crimes continue to rise. Last year, the FBI had a record number of complaints with potential losses reaching nearly $7 billion, explains Jen Pino-Gallagher of M3 Insurance. The good news is that more people are becoming aware of their risk, including the agriculture sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:40

Hemp Potential More Than CBD

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/16

Dr. Shelby Ellison, UW-Madison Assistant Professor in the Department of Horticulture, has looked into using hemp for paper, clothing, the value of using it in cattle feed, for bricks, insulation, and much more. In 10 Wisconsin counties, forestry is the No. 1 employer. Any mill closures or change in markets has a major impact on the economy and the statewide forest industry. Stephanie talks with Chief State Forester Heather Berklund. She says the DNR's role is in all areas of the supply chain --

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11:59

Smart Swaps To Manage Feed Costs

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/15

With feed ingredient prices climbing Drew Johnson, an independent dairy consultant in Western Wisconsin, shares some of the smart swaps and moves he’s seen farmers make. From adjusting ration inclusions based on falling protein prices, updates on some of the possible byproducts out there, and plans for spring planting, he shares what he sees as the best options to better manage feed inputs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:56

Butter Peaked This Week

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/15

Will interest rates keep rising? Tim Schneider, the senior vice president of ag lending at Nicolet Bank, says the verdict is mixed. The sense is that the Federal Reserve won't be as aggressive in raising rates through the end of the year, and then it will stabilize. Some say inflation will be restrained and interest rates will fall in 2023. Either way, it's influencing purchasing habits. UW Sheep Unit Director Todd Taylor has a smile on his face discussing plans for this coming year. He's welcoming

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4:48

Lamb Demand Rises

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/14

Eric Meudt with the Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Cooperative says fall is a critical time for lamb -- grilling season, tailgating and a range of religious holidays increase lamb demand. However, lamb is seeing growing demand in its 'off season' as well -- the spring months leading up to Easter. Producers are working to meet that spring market lamb demand by lambing in the fall. More than three-quarters of lambs are born in spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:47

Sheep Unit's Annual Auction Approaches

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/14

UW Sheep Unit Director Todd Taylor has a smile on his face discussing plans for this coming year. He's welcoming new and ongoing research projects into the barn. And he's getting ready for the unit's annual sale which starts on Friday at wlivestock.com. Despite higher input costs, Taylor says the unit came out in the black. He also has 29 ewes lambing this fall -- a number he wants to grow to meet the growing year-round demand for lamb. Sheep primarily lamb in the spring. Pictured: Todd Taylor

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49:49

Auction Top 10 List Full of Diversity

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2022/09/14

Traditionally, caustic paste or a hot iron is used to singe off the cells that cause horns to grow in calves. Paste has grown in popularity in recent years with little to no research on how much of the product to use. Charitee Seebecker talks with Sylvia Kehoe, UW River Falls Professor of Dairy Science, about an adhesive patch technology she developed for disbudding the cells. Ashley Hewin, with Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke for an auction update on their top 10 list that caught people’s attention

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