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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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Meet Alice Finalist Michelle Stangler And Farms Focus...

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2025/05/20

The annual Morel Mushroom Festival in Muscoda happens this weekend. Ben Jarboe talks to community coordinator, Kim Seifert, about why the community rallies around this small fungus. Severe weather took a toll in places like New Richmond and Dodge County last night. Stu Muck recaps the situation, and tells us what to expect through the weekend. Our final candidate for the Alice in Dairyland position is Michelle Stangler from the Watertown area. Stephanie Hoff learns why this passionate agriculture

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4:52

Wisconsin To Begin Monthly Milk Sampling

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2025/05/19

The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection announced the implementation of the mandatory National Milk Testing Strategy, required by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. This comprehensive program aims to bolster highly pathogenic avian influenza surveillance of the nation’s dairy cattle herds, ensuring swift action to identify and address H5N1-affected herds. Under the NMTS, Wisconsin will soon initiate mandatory monthly milk

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6:06

Consumers May Be Unaware Of Soybean Products In Their...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/19

Wisconsin soybean growers are asking questions of the consumers that are using their goods. Matt Wagenson, Wisconsin soybean grower who sits on the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board, says a new survey they've conducted to gain insights into what opinions consumers have. Wagenson says that the opinion of the consumers varies dependent on age. He notes that older survey respondents generally trust the actions of today's growers and do have some knowledge on the products developed because of soy

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7:11

The Nose That Knows: Inside The Beagle Brigade

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2025/05/19

If you have ever been a dog owner you probably noticed that your furry companion uses their nose to get them in trouble by sniffing out animals in the yard, food in the garbage, and many other things you have never noticed. The USDA is using their powerful noses to make sure agriculture in the US stays safe. Carrie Thomas a deputy Director with USDA APHIS shares some examples of how our furry friends' powerful noses are able to detect some unique scents from around the world but first she shares

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6:20

Still Waiting For WOTUS Improvements

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2025/05/19

Today we’re getting an update on what producers need to know about the waterways – either permanent or temporary – that run through their land. Mary-Thomas Hart is the chief counsel with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. This Washington Watch news update is brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Association, dedicated to ensuring policies are in place for the future of soybean farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Meet The New "Alice" And How About Biking Washington...

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2025/05/19

The 78th Alice in Dairyland finals made history over the weekend. It was the first time that Crawford county hosted the event, and it was the first time that sisters became a part of Wisconsin's agriculture ambassador tradition. 24 year old Sarah Hagenow of Poynette was selected from the field of 6 candidates. Kaitlyn Kessler visits with the newly crowned woman about her goals and ambitions in the position. Chilly weather is part of our forecast this week. Stu Muck gives us the details.Wisconsin

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9:18

EPA Checks Insecticides Off The To-Do List

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2025/05/19

The EPA’s herbicide and new insecticide strategies dictate if, how, and when a farmer can use these chemicals on their farm. Any time a crop protection product gets reviewed or renewed, the EPA can determine if "mitigation measures" need to happen on the farm in order for the grower to use it. Today, we hear from Maryland crop farmer Lyndsey Thompson about how the new strategies have impacted her family's business to date. But first, CropLife America President and CEO Alex Dunn says farmers

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6:24

House Ag Committee Passes Farm Bill Elements

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/16

Budget reconciliation isn't new, but it hasn't ever been used to reshape core farm bill programs. The House Agriculture Committee passed its budget reconciliation this week and wants to have it up for a House vote before Memorial Day, says Tyler Wenzlaff, Director of National Affairs with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. He says there were key provisions for farmers that they're excited about, including a raise in reference prices for crop safety nets, and an update to the Dairy Margin Coverage

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9:29

Team USA Welcomes Wisconsin Teen and Her Agility Dog

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2025/05/15

Trempealeau County’s Addison Connolly has been working hard behind the scenes to turn a childhood interest into an international opportunity. Her dedication, drive, and deep bond with her dog have led her to one of the biggest moments of her young career—earning a spot on Team USA for the Junior Open Agility World Championship in Portugal. Her agility partner is Cooper, a black and white border collie. Cooper is 24 inches tall and full of energy and heart. “He’s a

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8:34

USDA Weather Predictions For This Year's Growing Season

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

Weather is often one of the biggest uncertainties for farmers across the U.S. throughout the growing season. With many recent years of drought and in Wisconsin’s case some spring flooding the USDA works to make sure that producers know what to expect year in and year out. Brad Rippey an Agricultural Meteorologist for the USDA Chief Economist's office is one of the original authors of the U.S. drought monitor. He says this year has already seen an unusual amount of weather disasters in the U.S

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5:52

Livestock Feed & Pet Food See Trade Wins

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

This Washington Watch news update is brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Association, dedicated to ensuring policies are in place for the future of soybean farmers. How are current trade tensions influencing livestock and pet feed? We talk about it with Mallory Gaines. She’s the director of global affairs with the American Feed Industry Association, watching feed ingredients and pet food movement between us and our largest trading partners. She kicks us off with where it all comes from.See

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10:12

Real Beef Can "Make America Healthy Again"

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

This Washington Watch news update is brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Association, dedicated to ensuring policies are in place for the future of soybean farmers.Today we’re talking about lab-grown meat with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Sigrid Johannes is the senior director of government affairs with NCBA. She tells Mid-West Farm Report how the association has been navigating not just food technology but nutrition guidelines and consumer preferences. We start with

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4:49

Can Whey Byproducts Prevent Osteoporosis?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

We always knew that dairy was good for your bones. The UW Dairy Innovation Hub is taking it a step further to look at how some underused byproducts of dairy food production can be a game changer for bone health as you age. Mitchell Armstrong is a PhD student at UW-Madison, figuring out how to bring more value to the dairy industry and human nutrition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"Foraging For FUN-gi": A Look Into Muscoda's Morel...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

Since its inception in 1982, the Muscoda Morel Mushroom Festival has been a staple for the community. Kimberly Seifert a committee member for the festival says that they have an action packed 3-day event planned. She says that this year will have tractor pulls, free ice cream, and of course lots of mushrooms. Located an hour west of Madison the festival aims to be a great time for people of all ages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Heinzel Prepares For Transition And Barrel Cheese...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

Halei Heinzel is getting ready to learn who the next Alice in Dairyland will be. The final phases of interviews begin today in Crawford County. Jill Welke talks with Heinzel about her year-long experience and what memories she'll be taking away when she departs officially in July. Severe weather is on the way for a good chunk of Wisconsin today. Stu Muck draws the lines where heavy weather's expected.Stephanie Hoff introduces us to another one of the six finalists for the Alice position. Natalie Roe

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Wisconet Weather Expands Again And Meet More Alice...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/15

Wisconsin’s Environmental Mesonet, Wisconet for short, is a statewide network of weather and soil monitoring stations launched in 2023 by the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Researchers use the network to fill weather data gaps and develop new web-based tools for the public. Chris Vagasky, Wisconet manager in the UW–Madison Department of Plant and Agroecosystems Sciences, shows Pam Jahnke around one of the weather station sites in Arlington. Data on the new Wisconet website is

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9:16

Bridging the Gap: A New Training Program for...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/14

A new training program is in the works that could change how conservation staff and farmers work together. DATCP’s Nutrient Management Outreach Specialist, Andrea Topper, has been helping to create a program that bridges the gap between conservation and agriculture. While it’s still being finalized, this program will combine online learning with hands-on field experiences to give conservation staff the agricultural knowledge they need. She shares a closer look at how this initiative got

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5:43

Funding For Sustainable Farming Programs Top Of Mind...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/14

With lots of recent changes in the agriculture world the American Farm Bureau is working hard to make sure they get what is best for the farmers. One of the issues that is top of mind for them is getting the funding for the sustainable farming programs. Courtney Briggs the Senior Director of Government Affairs with AFBF says that many farmers depend on this money as they deal with high inputs and low prices. She also says that they are working diligently to let farmers know the options they have to

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Before The Sizzle: Meat Shop Preparations For...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/14

When the weather warms up, so do the grills in Wisconsin. Knowing this meat shops have to make sure they have the right supply to meet the demand. Bennett Fraboni, a co-owner of Fraboni's Italian Specialties along with his parents and siblings, says that when the season arrives, they up their stock of brats. He says in the beginning of the season they increase their fresh pork supply by 10% to 15% so they can make their various sausages. Fraboni also says that currently getting the supply of the

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9:56

Finding A Path Forward For Sustainable Aviation Fuel

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/13

Geoff Cooper is the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. He says he wants to see support for flex-fuel vehicles and a clear path forward on tax credits for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production. He says airplanes are running on SAF right now, and they want more of it.Cooper says renewable fuel has a champion in the Trump administration -- Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has been a biofuel advocate, and President Trump himself has been a vocal proponent of ethanol. The goal for the RFA is to

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