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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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10:41

Melanie Markhardt - Iowa County Sesquicentennial Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/28

The sixth generation will be taking over the farm after David Massie steps down. Melanie Markhardt's son hopes to continue raising crops and beef cattle as they are doing now. Challenges that David Massie can recall are drought years and getting enough feed for their livestock. He also recalls the biggest change that they experienced was all the technology in the dairy industry, including the surge bucket milkers. David started working off the farm and in construction once they switched from dairy

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12:29

Joe Seltzner - Dane County Century Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/28

Joe Seltzner’s farm has seen four decades of transformation, rooted in family legacy and shaped by change. In 1980, his father started farming the land with little more than a barn, a house, and a few tractors. He sold it to Joe and his wife two decades later. Since then, the house has been expanded four times, a new one built nearby, and nearly every original building is gone. What was once a humble start with chickens and corn cribs is now a 350-acre operation bordering the ever-encroaching

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10:10

Howard Gust - Dane County Century Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/28

Howard Gust's family story began in Germany. His great-grandfather's uncle moved to Dane County in the 1900s, purchasing the family farm in 1916. After this uncle passed away, Howard's great-grandfather, Rudolph, purchased the farm. Rudolph had also come from Germany to the United States at just 6 years old. Howard's grandparents, Ralph and Ethel Gust, moved to the farm in 1929. Electricity came to the farm in 1937 after the new dairy barn went up in 1935.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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11:57

Bob Smith - Fond Du Lac County Sesquicentennial Farm

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/28

Bob Smith grew up with four brothers, leading them to name the farm Foursome Acres. Bob's brothers have since passed the farm duties off to just him. He recalls the type of farm chores they did as boys, and how the farm has changed over time. In 1980, the barn suffered a fire. Bob still farms today -- the cows are gone, but the crops remain.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:50

Heat Advisory At Noon & Meet The Farm Tech Days Host...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/28

Bob Bosold catches up with Darin Von Ruden following Wisconsin Farmers Union's summer meeting. The new Market on River is already proving to be a valuable asset. Von Ruden says Farmers Union Industries as a whole is having a profitable year. WFU continues to be vocal in Madison and Washington, D.C. to keep agriculture at the forefront of policymaking. Compeer Financial Ag Weather Update warns that a heat advisory starts at noon. If you're golfing the WSA Clean Fuels Classic (like the Mid-West Farm

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17:02

Meat Markets Are Beefy Following The Holiday

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/25

Independence Day has passed which usually means the meat industry goes into a lull, but this year there is an interesting phenomenon taking place. Jeff Swenson the Meat and Livestock Specialist with DATCP is here to give an inside look into why the meat markets are holding strong when it comes to beef and pork as well as how the recent new tariffs may impact the US producers. He says that lamb is also holding strong due to a new market in the Bahamas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:18

More Cream Puffs Than Ever At The 2025 State Fair

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/24

For 101 years one treat has been a staple for the Wisconsin State Fair. This being the Cream Puff. Now new advancements will allow them to make more of these sweet treats than ever before. Lisa Immel, the Chief Programs Officer for the Fair, is a bit of an expert on this magnificent dessert. She is here to give an inside look at how the new bakery will make the sky the limit for the time honored tradition of the cream puff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

The 411 On Aphids

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/24

Aphids are a common concern in soybean operations. Ron Geis is a Market Development Specialist with Corteva Agriscience. He tells us how they have changed throughout the years, and what we can do to stop them. He also tells us about the corn crops' #1 public enemy - corn rootworm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:47

What's New In Ag Village?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/24

Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO Shari Black tells Mid-West Farm Report about new renovations in Ag Village that will make the livestock barns more accessible and noticeable for fair audiences. She reminds fairgoers to check out the Wisconsin Products Pavilion to treat themselves to local sweets and fair foods while learning about the state's agriculture industry. Finally, stay tuned for upcoming renovations coming to State Fair Park in West Allis after the state budget approved dollars for the fair to

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8:30

New Ag Group In Town – Dairy Grazing Alliance

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/24

“I’m really proud of the incredible work Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship has done since its founding in 2010,” says Joe Tomandl, a fourth-generation dairy farmer in central Wisconsin. “Dairy Grazing Alliance expands on this work in order to grow the sector as a whole. “ Tomandl is the founder of Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship and Dairy Grazing Alliance. “As consumer demand for pasture-raised dairy intensifies, more attention and investment is needed across the value

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50:00

Weather - Not Ideal For Fairs But Not Doing Much...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/24

County fairs continue around Wisconsin regardless of the weather. Kiley Allan visits with UW-Extension Youth Livestock Specialist, Bernie O’Rourke. She explains the best practices to keep livestock calm at fairs. With so many variables at the fair, exhibitors must take the time at home to properly desensitize their livestock to different noises and experiences. The proper understanding of the animal's flight zone is essential for a smooth fair experience. She also explains the best ways for

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7:14

A Fair Update As The Season Gets Into Full Swing

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/23

It’s county fair season in Wisconsin. It's the time for communities to come together and celebrate agriculture, tradition, and fun. But it’s not without its challenges. Fair organizers are always keeping an eye on the sky. Thunderstorms, tornado warnings, and extreme heat can turn months of planning on its head. Today we’re getting a county fair update from Jayme Buttke, the executive director for the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, who gets to enjoy nearly a dozen of the 75 fairs

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50:00

Heat Complicates Fair Experience But Filling A...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/23

When you think of the county fair, you might picture carnival rides, fried food, and blue ribbons. But what about bringing home a freezer full of meat? When you head to the county fair, you can support young producers and stock up on beef, pork, or lamb. Andy Geiss joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss the possibilities. Geiss operates Geiss Meat Service in Merrill. He's also the president of the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors. Geiss walks us through the process of buying meat at the fair and

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18:42

Keeping Cool: How Farmers Can Stay Safe In Rising...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/23

When temperatures rise we often think of how our livestock will affected, but we tend to forget about the ones who put the food on our tables. When heat strikes it is important for farmers to be taking care of themselves to prevent injury or harm. Melissa Ploeckelman Brown is the Outreach Specialist for the National Farm Medicine CenterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:00

Thank Wisconsin Peppermint For Flavor

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/23

Where does the mint in your toothpaste and chewing gum come from? Believe it or not -- Wisconsin! At Still Harvest Farm in Rock County, partners Trip Downing and DJ Waller are growing and processing peppermint just south of Janesville. The harvest is underway now, keeping them busy during the typically quieter summer months between corn and soybean seasons. They say diving into a specialty crop has been both rewarding and engaging. Most of Wisconsin’s peppermint ends up in everyday products

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5:26

Farm Tech Days Put Machines In Motion

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/22

At Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, field demonstrations draw crowds and turn heads. After all, Farm Tech Days is one of the few places you can see the latest in agriculture equipment in action. While these demos make a great show, they’ll also be a part of decision-making for producers looking to invest in new technology. Don Zietlow is leading the effort to put together field demonstrations at the show. He says he’s been passionate about this project since he was in high school when

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11:20

Adopt A Cow Readies For New School Year - Tasha Schleis

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/22

When the school bell rings for 2025-26, classrooms everywhere will have a chance to learn more about the fantastic care dairy farms give to their calves! It's the "Adopt-A-Cow" program and it's free! Tasha Schleis, dairy farmer in Kewaunee County and board member of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, participated last year as a host. Schlies says it was a great experience that helped her better understand the common misunderstandings or questions that most consumers may have. Schlies tells Pam Jahnke that

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5:28

Take To The Skies To Attend Farm Technology Days

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/22

The 2025 Wisconsin Farm Tech Days will once again be held at Clinton Farms in Bear Creek. This will be the third time the farm has hosted and this year the event will include some new transportation features. Now attendees will have the option to fly their planes into the Clintonville airport to avoid traffic. Jim Kerns a Farm Tech Days committee member, retired farmer, and pilot spearheaded this new addition. He says that he thought of this after attending a similar farm show in Indiana by

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50:00

Tax Benefits Farms Can Use And Beef Keeps Climbing -...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/22

Farms are diligently working on harvesting the hay and forages they'll need for the winter, but there have been some challenges. Kiley Allan chats withMark Renz, professor and extension specialist with UW-Madison. He says that weed management is critical to maintaining a good stand. He also notes that he's receiving more reports of herbicide carryover from previous crops that have to be dealt with. He says a healthy stand of alfalfa is one of the best weed management tools a farm can have. Hot,

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Restaurants In Bahamas Add Lamb And Dairy Farmers...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/07/22

For farmers "down under" the growing season is opposite of what we're experiencing in Wisconsin. The challenges, however, remain some of the same. Bob Bosold visits with Australian grain grower, Peter Black, about how he approaches his crops and markets and what's different compared to Wisconsin. Heat returns in this week's forecast. Stu Muck breaks it down and includes the possibility of rain beginning overnight. Jody Miller is a dairy farmer representing producers in Lafayette and Green counties

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