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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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4:45

USB Works To Allow More Soybeans To Be Shipped On The...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/29

The soybean industry has been working diligently to make sure all the soybeans grown in the U.S. have a place to go and the united soybean board has been a large part of this. Pat Giberson a Director with the United Soybean Board shares some unique things that soybeans are a part of as well as their work to make the Mississippi River deeper to allow for larger loads. He says soybeans are in nearly everything around us without many people knowing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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Classic Green Reunion Approaches And Dairy Keeps...

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2025/05/29

John Deere enthusiasts and tractor lovers from around the globe are going to be headed to Washington County in June. Co-chair Dan Guden of Athens, WI invites you to the Classic Green Reunion June 12-14 at the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center in West Bend. This family-friendly event will feature over 1,000 tractors, implements, engines, toys, and memorabilia exhibits. Admission will include access to the exhibits, working demonstrations, seminars, kids’ activities, and a

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50:00

Ag Teacher Scramble Begins And SNAP Cuts Hurt Farmers...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/29

So far 19 agriculture education programs in Wisconsin are planning for teacher changes next school year. That's the word from Sally Ladsten, Education Counselor with the Department of Public Instruction. She oversees agriculture, food and natural resource programs and acts as the Wisconsin State FFA Advisor. She calls this time of year "crazy" in a conversation with Pam Jahnke. Last year, Wisconsin experienced 60 teacher turnovers. Some stay in the state, the profession, and others leave. Ladsten

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9:22

U.S. Dairy Furthers Partnership With Indonesia

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/28

The U.S. dairy industry took a milestone step to further collaborations with Indonesia. Shawna Morris is the executive vice president for trade policy and global affairs for the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council. These are two of several organizations that signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesia that could result in more dairy exports for U.S. producers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:27

First-Generation Farm Hosts Iowa County Dairy Breakfast

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/28

B. Kurt Dairy, a first-generation dairy farm passionate about educating people about food and farming, is hosting the Iowa County Dairy Breakfast. Enjoy a locally-sourced breakfast from 6:30-10:30 a.m. that includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream. After breakfast, check out the kids' area, petting zoo, live music, a farm tour, and more. No parking on the farm - park at Vortex and take a short bus ride to the farm. Learn more:

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13:28

Tips For Recent Graduates During Their Job Hunt

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2025/05/28

The school year is coming to a close and many students are graduating. A big question for them is where are the jobs? Tammy Jensen the President of agriCAREERS gives some insight and tips for these recent graduates. She says currently the service sector in agriculture is in high demand for workers. Jensen believes the reason for the shortage is that people feel the jobs are not glamorous and would rather be in a sales role. She suggests starting with one of these lower jobs and working up to higher

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7:26

Spring Weather Looks To Provide Good Start To Growing...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

John Heinberg, a market advisor with Total Farm Marketing takes a closer look at the tariff discussion that transpired over the weekend. Wall Street is rallying while commodities are focused on weather. He says the weather should be good to start the growing season. Cattle on Feed report came out Friday verifying what most already know. Cattle are scarce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:06

Peony Farm & Festival Prepares For Thousands Of Visitors

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

The fifth annual Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival will be here June 13-15 in Beaver Dam, and this year, it’s attracting an international audience. Today, we’re catching up with Michelle Ovans of Ovans Peony Farm in Beaver Dam - the state’s largest fresh-cut peony farm. Michelle cares for more than 1,600 peony plants representing about 100 varieties. Her farm is on display during the upcoming festival. And while her flowers are exquisite, there’s even more to look forward

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10:43

Wisconsin Planting Update And Considerations For The...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

Wisconsin planting season is working towards the end, and it is about time to focus on the growing season. Kurt Lahr a regional products specialist with CHS shares how the state is looking early on. He also shares some considerations to think about as we move through the summer. He says some farmers have not been able to put on their pre-emergent herbicides so they will need to reconfigure their spraying for the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:55

Crash Course On Safe Chemical Handling

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

Farming is a risky job, but you can reduce risk with careful handling of chemicals. Danger is going to depend on how harmful the pesticide, etc. is and how long you’re exposed to it. The effects of farm chemicals can happen within minutes or over years. Limit the risk with common-sense solutions.Jordan Kampa, interim program manager with the pesticide applicator training program with the UW-Madison Division of Extension, brushes us up on safe chemical handling.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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50:00

Asparagus Season Is On And Screwworm Keeps Making...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

New World Screwworm is making headlines and also making U.S. beef producers very nervous. With budget cuts everywhere in the federal budget, they're worried about what inspection hole might be vulnerable to the pest getting into the U.S. Jill Welke uncovers what we don't know about the pest and how to eradicate it with Sigrid Johannes from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.Hit and miss showers are going to be a part of the rest of the week in Wisconsin. Stu Muck explains that, and the

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Dairy Gets Ready For Changes June 1st And MAHA...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/27

Beginning June 1, dairy producers and processors will see noticeable changes to the way milk is priced. After years of discussion and debate, finally the Federal Milk Marketing Orders have seen some revision. In Wisconsin, that could mean some lower prices initially. Leonard Polzin, UW-Extension Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist, has done all the modeling for the new orders. He says everything continues to focus on the value of fluid milk, but it also should protect Wisconsin dairy

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8:31

Wisconsin’s Asparagus Season Shows Strong Growth and...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/22

Green Barn Farm Market is celebrating one of its best asparagus seasons yet, with high-quality harvests and strong demand across Wisconsin. Founded in 1992 by Heather Brandt and her husband, the farm began on just 10 acres. Today, it has grown to over 100 acres, supporting both retail and wholesale operations. Brandt explained, “We started picking asparagus about 25 years ago, and it’s become one of our specialties.” Currently, the farm harvests asparagus from two main beds

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9:34

What Better Way To Spend Memorial Day Weekend?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/22

What started as an employee appreciation cookout at Metcalfe’s Market has now become the largest brat and music festival in the world, featuring thousands and thousands of Johnsonville brats. Event organizer Tim Metcalfe says the menu also includes sweet corn, ice cream, and carnival food, among other things. Roughly 1,900 volunteers will raise $100,000 for various charities by working at Brat Fest. Three music stages will provide entertainment. Families can get up close and personal with

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Local Meat Shop Prepares For Grilling Season & High...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/22

According to Ag meteorologist Stu Muck this Memorial Day weekend should bring some slightly warmer temps and sunlight to make it great grilling weather. With Memorial Day coming up, grilling is on the top of minds for many. Ben Jarboe talks with Bennett Fraboni of Fraboni’s Italian Specialties to see how their family meat shop prepares for the grilling season, and how natural casings for their sausages have been a bit hard to come by. It is expected that Robert F Kennedy Jr. will be announcing

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9:51

Spring Blossoms Signal Strong Start for the Apple Season

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/21

Apple blossoms are booming at Atoms to Apples! We caught up with Rami Aburomia, owner of this certified organic orchard just south of Mount Horeb, where he says it’s shaping up to be one of the best bloom in years. His five-acre orchard is home to 65 apple varieties—plus pears, plums, and even the occasional peach when the weather cooperates. He says with bees buzzing and trees thriving, the season is off to a strong start.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:10

WFBF: Here's What Could Make The State Budget

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/21

The state Joint Finance Committee has wrapped up its road show around Wisconsin. These hearings were some of the first steps in forming a state budget for the biennium. Joining us in-studio to talk about what may or may not make it into the budget for farmers is Jason Mugniani. Jason is the executive director of government relations with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. He outlines three themes the Wisconsin Ag Coalition is pushing for: conservation support, rural livability, and market

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4:09

Will Ag Win In MAHA Report?

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/21

We can expect a Make America Healthy Again report to come out this week focused on tackling chronic disease, and it’s got the ears of the agriculture industry. 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. The International Fresh Produce Association was among several farm groups to remind the Trump administration to consider the consequences of this MAHA Commission report

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8:13

Produce Farmers Need Modernized Labor Programs

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/21

Farm advocacy groups continue to beat the drum on farm labor in Washington, D.C. Rebeckah Adcock is the vice president of U.S. government relations at the International Fresh Produce Association. IFPA represents the entire supply chain of fresh produce. Modernizing farm labor is a top priority for her on Capitol Hill. And make no mistake – she says America’s Dairyland is an important partner. This Washington Watch news update is brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Association,

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MAHA Worries Agriculture And Beef Checkoff Duties...

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON ·

2025/05/21

We can expect a Make America Healthy Again report to come out later this week focused on tackling chronic disease, and it’s got the ears of the agriculture industry. This morning, we’re catching up with Sigrid Johannes. She’s the senior director of government affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Sigrid says she’s got her eyes on a few moving parts. For example – new products in the marketplace like lab-grown meat and new developments in

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