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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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More And More, Drones Make Sense

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/01

Ben Becker doesn't come from an agriculture background but it doesn't mean he can't figure out how to help agriculture. Becker owns and operates Penguin Drones, in McFarland. He's using his computer science background to program this technology for precision and efficiency. Becker says when large ground rigs are hampered by wet fields, he can come in and supply responsible weed and insect control that reduces soil compaction and still delivers results. Becker says he's always interested in looking

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7:17

There's No Place Like Fair!

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/01

Wrestling, rodeos, and animal shows, oh my! There’s no place like fair! That’s the theme of the 2025 Jefferson County Fair, July 9-13. This year, the entertainment focuses on families, exhibitors, and lifting the community. Abby Schopen says attendance is projected to be higher even without a grandstand headliner with this new focus. Fairgoers can look forward to local entertainment, thousands of animals, and expanded fair staples, including two rodeo nights. Learn more atjcofair.com.See

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50:00

Colostrum As A Human Gut Fixer And Cattle Now Allowed...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/01

Farmers are sharing their voice on state policy and the lack of a national farm bill. Jill Welke visits with Brad Olson, president of the WI Farm Bureau Federation, about a group of young farmers that went to Washington, D.C. to make their points on policy. Another hot, sticky day on the way for Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke gives a rundown on the forecast and also shares crop tips from Anastasia Kurth, UW-Extension Regional Crops and Soils Educator. She says the heat and humidity tax the energy of a plant,

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50:00

Triage At A Dairy After A Tornado And School Recruits...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/01

It's been just over a month since a series of EF2 tornadoes raced across southeast Wisconsin. While the storms may have passed, for the farms that were impacted the lingering damage has changed lives. Pam Jahnke visits with Dr. Monty Belmar from Waupun Vet Services. Belmar was one of the veterinarians that responded to injured animals at a Juneau area dairy that was struck by a tornado. Aside from evaluating injured animals and responding immediately, there's the question of where the displaced

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Tornado Count Climbs And Salute To A Sesquicentennial...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/01

Wisconsin played host to the summer conference for the National Farmers Union. Held a their new state headquarters in Chippewa Falls, Bob Bosold got a chance to visit with NFU President, Rod Larew, as well as WFU President, Darren VonRuden. There's still a lot of anxiety about getting a Farm Bill completed in Washington, D.C. and questions surrounding the "Big Beautiful Bill" and what it could be to farms and agribusinesses. Illinois stands poised to break records this year when it comes to

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5:11

Does Dairy Have A Role In Preventing Obesity?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/30

What if dairy could help you keep a slim waistline? Karen Antunes is a PhD candidate in the nutritional science department at UW-Madison. She’s working with the UW Dairy Innovation Hub to figure out if colostrum -- the first form of milk produced by cows after calving -- can restore gut health after taking antibiotics to reduce obesity later in life. It worked in mice, but now more research needs to be done in humans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:46

Vineyards Hoping For Dry Weather To Limit Disease

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/27

We’re checking in on how the weather is treating wine grapes. David Korb is the owner, vintner and grape grower at Drumlin Ridge Winery in Waunakee, just North of Madison.Dave is hoping for dry weather these next few months to keep the wine grapes healthy. He's heard of a few issues statewide with winter kill and wind damage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Weekend Forecast With Stu Muck

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/27

Soggy or dry? Breezy or muggy? We'll get it all this weekend, according to Stu Muck during the Compeer Financial Ag Weather Update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:23

Broadband Projects Help Streamline Dairy Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/27

In recent years broadband projects have been spreading through rural areas in Wisconsin to make sure everyone is connected. And some of these benefits are not just personal. Dave Daniels a part owner of Mighty Grand Dairy LLC in Kenosha County, shares how the inclusion of broadband on their farm has made life easier and even allowed them to get more advanced equipment. He says that the use of the broadband has allowed them to implement trackers on their cows that work like "Fit Bits." He also says

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49:51

Finally Friday Features Broadband Success, Cookout...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/27

Dave Daniels, part-owner of Mighty Grand Dairy in Kenosha County, tells Ben Jarboe about how broadband infrastructure and high-speed internet have allowed him to further the operation with new technology. Soggy or dry? Breezy or muggy? We'll get it all this weekend, according to Stu Muck during the Compeer Financial Ag Weather Forecast. The latest Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Marketbasket Survey shows Wisconsinites may be spending a bit more this year for their Fourth of July barbecues. Ben

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9:16

Capitol Update With Assembly Ag Chair Travis Tranel

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/26

Assembly Ag Chair Travis Tranel visits with Mid-West Farm Report to outline state budget negotiations, recent wins from the committee, and what's on the to-do list for the rest of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Cattlemen's Tour Lends To Lifelong Learning

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/26

The Cattlemen's annual summer tour is in Southeast Wisconsin this year. Tressa Lacy is the President of the Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association. She shares how the Association keeps the tour fresh and engaging by choosing stops based on producer feedback. The event not only provides an opportunity to experience new operations, but also to network with other lifelong learners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Badger Pulling Finishes 6th And Cheese Prices Still...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/26

Ag Meteorologist Stu Muck says that we can expect some heavy rains over the next week or so that may leave farmers worrying about their crops. Farm Director Pam Jahnke has a chat with Krysta Harden, the President and CEO of the US Dairy Export Council on how they are making sure Wisconsin dairy has a place all over the world. We are taking a look at Wisconsin’s flagship university when Stephanie Hoff has a chat with Kaedyn Peterson-Rucker on the fantastic 6th place finish the Badger pulling

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3:52

Manpower Needed At State's Largest Farm Show

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/25

It takes manpower to run Wisconsin Farm Technology Days – not just during the show itself, August 5-7, but also for set up and take down. You could play an important role in making it all happen. Sue Aschliman is recruiting volunteers for Wisconsin’s largest farm show this year at Clinton Farms in Bear Creek. She’s got a hefty sign-up list to fill -- 100 people per day! Reach out to Sue at 715-853-7544 or shoeladysue@icloud.com. Wisconsin Farm Tech Days is the state’s largest

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Wisconsinites Paying More For Independence Day BBQ's

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/25

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau's market basket survey has come out showing that Wisconsinites may be spending a bit more this year for their 4th of July Barbecues. Ben Jarboe catches up with Cassie Sonnentag, the Senior Director of Public Relations with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau, to share the details on why this holiday may be costing a bit more than in the past. She says that one of the biggest causes is the increase in the prices of protein which includes ground beef and eggs.See

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Put Your Stamp On Wisconsin Farm Technology Days

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/25

Wisconsin Farm Technology Days is just around the corner. It’s at Clinton Farms in Bear Creek, August 5-7. There’s still time for you or your business to put your stamp on the largest farm show in Wisconsin. Ruth Trinrud is a dairy farmer near Waupaca. She’s heading up fundraising efforts for this year’s show – the dollars make Farm Tech Days possible. Ruth invites you to donate money or in-kind equipment, time, and materials. Get in touch with her at

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10:09

Meet The Brains Behind The Horsepower

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/24

The UW-Madison Badger Pulling Team had an impressive performance at the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers International Quarter-Scale Student Design Competition a few weeks ago. Stephanie Hoff, Ben Jarboe, and Kiley Allan went to see “Bossy” for themselves and took her for a spin! Team member Kaedyn Peterson-Rucker tells Stephanie about the desing process and competition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Managing For Success From One Life Phase To Another -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/24

From its very first breath, a dairy operator's goal is to make the most out of every lifecycle he manages. The care doesn't stop after it's a calf, or after first lactation. It's a commitment that continues until that animal leaves the operation. In fact, the care that animals receive can be reflected in a herd generation after generation! Today, Dr. Tom Earleywine, director of nutritional services for Purina Animal Nutrition, focuses on the research behind what drives an animal's success, one stage

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Heavy Rain And Power Outages - While Oil Prices...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/24

It's become a staple in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest. Kwik Trip. This family owned and operated convenience story dynasty is catching attention not only in Wisconsin, but on the national scene! Ben Jarboe finds out about the chemistry that makes it work with Ben Leibl from Kwik Trip. The chain has been named USA Today's top gas station brand and best food by a gas station. He says they depend heavily on the farmers as they get all of their products from within 100 miles of their headquarters in

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Dairy Innovation Hubs - Each State Should Have One...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/06/24

With all the debate around funding cuts, industry representatives are speaking up for dairy research. This morning we’re catching up with a dairy industry veteran who says university research, like what comes out of Wisconsin, has played a huge role throughout his four-decades long career. Mike Brown serves as the vice president for dairy market intelligence at T. C. Jacoby & Company and visits with Stephanie Hoff. Mike is an expert on milk pricing policy, and he’s worked for both

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