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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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New Soybean Market In Nigeria & 100 Years Of Memories...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/17

It looks to be a great weekend for tailgating as Ag Meteorologist Stu Muck says the temperatures will get up to the mid 70's, before dropping down to the 50's early next week. The U.S. soybean industry still hasn't seen any buys coming out of China, but the United Soybean Marketing Board is looking for new markets. Stephanie Hoff talks with the Director of the group Nancy Kavazanijan about their recent trip to find a new market feeding fish in Nigeria. It's a Friday which means we get to take a look

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24:07

Let's Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

There's a new group of trusted advisors that's been established to help dairy operators find and utilize some risk management tools for both milk, and the beef on dairy element of their farms. Matt Ramsey is the Livestock Services Manager with Purina Animal Nutrition and Land O'Lakes, Inc. Risk Management. He talks with Pam Jahnke about why this team was created and where they focus their energies on assisting dairy producers. Ramsey understands that many operations have already been engaged with

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5:53

Say Cheese, World! Wisconsin Grows Internationally

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

Wisconsin cheese is making its mark on the global stage. In just a few years, the number of state cheesemakers exporting their products has grown from nine to more than 30, reaching over 50 countries in 2025. DFW Board Member Mark Crave says through trade shows, retail programs, and international buyer missions, Wisconsin’s dairy checkoff is building strong connections with importers from Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. These efforts not only boost global recognition but also strengthen

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10:54

Let's Talk Pork! October Is Here!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

Some call it October, but in agriculture, it’s Porktober. Although summer and prime grilling season has come to an end, it’s still the perfect time of year to enjoy pork. Keri Retallick, the Executive Vice President of the Wisconsin Pork Association, tells us why we spend the month of October celebrating the pork industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tackling Student Hunger On Campus

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

For many college students, putting food on the table is a real challenge. At Madison College, nearly 1,600 students turned to the campus food pantry last year, which distributed more than 20,000 pounds of food and supplies. Now, the college is expanding its support with a brand-new pantry space. It’s a major upgrade from the old 14-by-14 closet. The new area spans roughly two classrooms, with added storage and a refrigerator for fresh produce. It also connects to a Student Wellness Center that

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50:00

FFFT Motorcade Stops In Westby And Mobilize Dairy...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

Wisconsin agriculture - agriculture and food production in general - doesn't work without workers. Wisconsin Congressman, Derrick Van Orden, has been spending time gathering stories that exemplify why foreign born workers remain a critical cog in getting things done. He says the message to him has been clear. Now Congress has to get things done when it comes to a legal system that farms and agribusinesses can work with to keep their operations functioning with foreign born laborers. Van Orden

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WI Native Is Honored At WDE And Fall Pruning Advice

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/16

A Wisconsin native was recognized with special honors during World Dairy Expo. Jim Mulhern, Former President and CEO, National Milk Producers Federation delivered numerous positive results for America’s diligent dairy farmers by working behind the scenes to have conversations explaining many of dairy’s dynamic and deep issues to elected leaders and policymakers. His work has made lasting impacts on dairy and ag policy, and his colleagues routinely say his kindness, hard work, and

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Ease Of Animal ID Can Make A Difference

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/15

Tyler Witt joins us from Shearwell Data. Tyler is based in Nebraska, where his family runs a ranch in the Sandhills region. Nebraska was one of the latest states to detect a highly pathogenic avian influenza case in dairy cattle. We’ve also got new world screwworm knocking on the door, detected just 70 miles south of the U.S.-Mexico border. How does the threat of disease underline the need for animal identification and EASE of animal identification?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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No USDA Reports. Local Elevator Shares Crop Insights...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/15

With the government shutdown, we are missing out on the crop progress reports from USDA, but luckily, we can check in with local elevators on how the harvest is coming along. We’re checking in with grain merchandiser Alex Beaver out of southeast and south central Wisconsin. He tells us not just how the crop is looking coming in, but where it’s going with China boycotting beans. First, he gives us a progress report on the soybean harvest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:17

Wyffels Wednesday With Lucas Clayton

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/15

Combines are in the fields and the experts at Wyffels Hybrids are tuned in! Lucas Clayton, District Sales Manager at Wyffels Hybrids, says corn harvest is off to a great start, and that both yield and quality are looking good. Wyffels Hybrids has effective tools both in the field and online that help you "Plant Your Independence. Their Harvest Progress Report is showing real time insights into corn harvest. Check it out: https://www.wyffels.com/agronomy/harvest-progress-reportSee

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Fall Landscaping Tips The Pros Swear By

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/14

As the leaves change and temperatures drop, your yard is getting ready for a new season, too. Don’t overlook landscaping projects this fall! Today, we’re visiting with Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator Lisa Johnson on smart fall landscaping tips to keep your outdoor spaces ready to thrive come spring. First, she says, there’s not a specific date to get your fall landscaping to-do list done. That requires eyes on the forecast. Other notes on today's interview: don't prune

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Information Vacuum Influences Markets - Heinberg

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/14

This year's Wisconsin Science Festival will feature a special weather event at the Wisconsin Energy Institute on the UW-Madison campus. On October 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wisconet Manager Chris Vagaskytells Stephanie Hoff that it will help introduce people to the behind-the-scenes of weather -- a topic that influences lives every day. He says Wisconsin is a weather hub as it's home to the Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences Department, the National Weather Service, several big-market TV

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No Federal Aid For Farmers Until Government Reopens...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/14

Animal health and biosecurity are being threatened globally by a few different diseases and virus'. Ben Jarboe gets the spooky outlook from Jamie Jonker, Chief Science officer with the national milk producers federation. HPAI as a threat to dairy has been talked about often, but other conditions like Lumpy Skin disease, FMD, and new world screw worm remind producers to stay on their toes. He gives an update on each and shares reasons why we should watch them even if they are not in the US. Quiet

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DMI Unveils New School Breakfast Program

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/13

Working for a better future in the dairy industry is the goal of the National Dairy Council, and part of reaching this goal is doing research and disproving myths about the health factor of dairy products. Audrey Donahoe, a dairy farmer from New York wears multiple hats to help reach this goal. She is the Chairwoman of the National Dairy Council and the President of the American Dairy Association Northeast. She gives insight into work she has done personally to advocate for dairy as well as an

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Chew On This -- Tips For Safe & Flavorful Jerky

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/13

As hunters spend more time in the woods, hoping to fill the freezer with venison and turkey, and as producers harvest beef now that the grazing season is over, jerky recipes start to come out of the cookbook. Today, we talk about best practices for making jerky at home. Extension Meat Specialist Jeff Sindelar has tips on flavoring, food safety, and how to get that perfect chewy texture every time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Wisconsin Soybean Farmer Returns From Nigeria

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/13

The American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health and Sejfarms Consult Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding for strengthened collaboration to advance Nigeria’s fish production. Nigeria is the largest aquaculture fish producer in sub-Saharan Africa, accounting for 52 percent of the total farmed fish production in the region. Yet, Nigeria has a 2 million metric tonne (2.2 U.S. tons) deficit, needing 3.2 million metric tonnes (3.5 U.S. tons) of fish

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Ensuring A Smooth And Productive Transition Period...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/10

The 3 weeks before calving and the 3 weeks after is known as the transition period in a cow’s yearly lactation cycle. It’s also when they experience the most stress and hormonal changes. Eliza Ruzic, the North District Sales Manager at Zinpro, walks us through how we can help our cows feel their best, and produce the most. during the transition period.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Blog Helps Farmer Handle Stress And Poultry...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/10

Taking another approach to solar arrays. That's the goal of new legislation that's been introduced by Rep. Scott Krug and Sen. Pat Testin. Testin is the chair of the Senate Agriculture and Tourism Committee. He tells Pam Jahnke that his goal is to concentrate on using smaller parcels of ground for these solar projects, and focus on poor ground not productive farm soil. Testin says this approach has worked in other states and he thinks it would help utility rates here. Testin also sounds off on the

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Keeping The Wisconsin Dairy Message Flowing - In A...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/10

Wisconsin dairy farmers, cheese makers and dairy processors continue to evaluate the international marketplace for opportunities. Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin helps them pursue those opportunities. Chad Vincent, CEO of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin says despite tariff talk, demand for Wisconsin's specialty cheeses, as well as things like dried milk, keep finding favor in the international marketplace. Vincent says continuing to focus on that arena is critical since approximately 95% of the global

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9:03

To Deport Or Not To Deport?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/10/10

Labor has been an ever-growing need in the agriculture industry in recent years, and the H2A program has been through some turmoil with making sure foreign workers can stay. This led to Congressman Derrick Van Orden introducing the Agriculture Reform Act of 2025. The Representative says that this new act would allow these workers to continue working given that they go back to their home countries and enter legally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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