by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 19, 2021 at 5:55 pm

The merger's complete.  Landmark Services Cooperative and Countryside Cooperative have become one.  That's a feat easier said than done. Pam sat down with both board presidents to discuss their perspective on the merger and what they saw as the process unfolded.  John Creaser, board president for Countryside Cooperative, and Jim Lange, board president for Landmark Services Cooperative, bring years of experience to the task and share their individual take on what's ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 19, 2021 at 5:52 pm

Two of the state's larger cooperatives have become one.  The announcement earlier in 2021 that Landmark Services Cooperative and Countryside Cooperative would merge has created some obvious questions from farmers and patrons. Pam sits down with both board president's, John Creaser - board president from Countryside Cooperative, and Jim Lange - board president from Landmark Services Cooperative, to discuss what they hope all customers will do if they have those questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 16, 2021 at 5:12 pm

Today is Dairy Day at the Capitol and it's going to involve state policy leaders as well as representatives and senators from DC.  Amy Penterman, President of Dairy Business Association updates us on the process with Bob Bosold. Senator Joan Ballweg from Markesan has introduced legislation to boost Wisconsin's ag exports.  She explains that the policy was already in the works before the pandemic with Pam Jahnke. When you see a city bus, a garbage truck - think of a farmer!  Pam talks to staff from the Madison Metropolitan Fleet Maintenance department on their partnership with Wisconsin Soybean growers and biodiesel use, and expansion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 16, 2021 at 5:11 pm

USDA has announced they are ending the Farmers to Families Food Box program.  It has been responsible for about 150 million of the food boxes distributed across the United States.  Ryan Yonkman with EverAg says that dairy markets were quick to react, but there may be another program being announced soon as a replacement. NR151 will be getting a lot of attention from the states farmers and agribusiness.  Jeff Lyon, General Manager of FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative says he's reviewed the economic analysis of changes proposed by the Wisconsin DNR and questions its accuracy.  Lyon's says proposed changes will cost much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 16, 2021 at 5:11 pm

There's some confusion among farmers and SNAP recipients around recent announcements related to federal monies.  Sherry Tussler with the Hunger Task Force in Madison breaks it down.  Governor Evers has secured more federal money, but it will only go to SNAP recipients to spend in grocery stores.  There's no new funding for food banks and their work.  Tussler's hoping farmers and those that depend on food banks, will encourage their elected officials to support a "Wisconsin Badger Box". Potato chips - they've become a popular snack during the pandemic, and a new source of revenue for an entrepreneur in Milwaukee.  Josh Scramlin explains how one man used his idea for craft potato chips, and turned it into a journey of learning about the states power in potato production, and the wealth of knowledge Wisconsin farmers shared with him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 15, 2021 at 5:26 pm

The Mill Creek Watershed is located in Portage and Wood Counties in central Wisconsin.  It covers approximately 32,548 acres starting at the city of Marshfield and flowing east/southeast to Stevens Point where it joins the Wisconsin River. This area is primarily agriculture - but as our guests point out, it's also an area where people enjoy water sports and a lake lifestyle. Listen in as Rick Georgeson, a member of the Petenwell and Castle Rock Stewards (PACRS) and John Eron from the Farmers of Mill Creek, share how they met and how they've come to work together - bringing other farmers and lake home owners along on the journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 13, 2021 at 6:15 pm

It's probably not obvious, but when you pass a Madison bus, or a garbage truck - you can think of a Wisconsin farmer.  Through a partnership with Wisconsin soybean checkoff dollars, many of the fleet vehicles that are on the streets of Madison will be running on biodiesel made from soybeans, with more of the fleet turning to that renewable resource in the future.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 13, 2021 at 5:26 pm

What can 10 little Wisconsin dairy calves do?  Plenty when it comes to capturing the attention of classroom students and teachers around the United States! The "Adopt a Cow" program created and administered through the Center for Dairy Excellence and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin adjusted things a bit to introduce K-8 students to 10 Wisconsin dairy calves.  The students got to monitor daily activities of the calves and the farm families caring for them, and became a part of classroom instruction about where food comes from, what farmers really are, and more. Three of the calves featured came from Synergy Dairy Farm in Pulaski.  Sharlamagne - a red and white Holstein calf; Seroogy - a Jersey calf, and Dorito, a black and white Holstein. Heather Jauquet and her son, Evan, found the engagement with the classrooms interesting and fun - and the supportive comments and physical mail they received was a little overwhelming! Synergy Dairy Farm will wrap up their Adopt a Calf story with a special one hour, interactive virtual farm tour, on Wednesday, April 27th. This one program has reached more than 1 million students in all 50 states. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 13, 2021 at 5:12 pm

The bill will require the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to work with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection to create a plan and achieve export objectives by June 30, 2026. “Wisconsin’s agricultural exports are the backbone of our second largest industry. I’m glad to see that Governor Evers recognizes the importance of dairy, meat, fish and cheese, but his proposal falls short of recognizing all of Wisconsin’s top exports like cranberries, ginseng and bovine genetics,” said Kurtz. “Our proposal will promote all Wisconsin exports and make the important investment in tracking the market data so we can continue this effort beyond this budget.” The agricultural export program requires WEDC to spend $2.5 million on increasing the value of Wisconsin’s milk and other dairy products, $1.25 million to increase the value of Wisconsin meat exports and $1.25 million to increase the value of Wisconsin’s crop exports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 13, 2021 at 5:04 pm

It's go time for Wisconsin potato growers!  As long as weather cooperates, Tamas Houlihan with the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers, says planting is beginning. The state's largest outdoor agriculture event is on like Donkey Kong for 2021.  Wisconsin Farm Technology Days will happen July 20-22 in Eau Claire County after being put on hold a year.  Mike Gintner, chair of the executive committee, updates us. Supporting rural schools - that's the latest initiative launched by Compeer Financial.  Karen Schiever, in charge of corporate giving at Compeer, explains what they're looking for in grant applications for up to $10,000 going to school districts across their territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 13, 2021 at 5:26 pm

What can 10 little Wisconsin dairy calves do?  Plenty when it comes to capturing the attention of classroom students and teachers around the United States! The "Adopt a Cow" program created and administered through the Center for Dairy Excellence and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin adjusted things a bit to introduce K-8 students to 10 Wisconsin dairy calves.  The students got to monitor daily activities of the calves and the farm families caring for them, and became a part of classroom instruction about where food comes from, what farmers really are, and more. Three of the calves featured came from Synergy Dairy Farm in Pulaski.  Sharlamagne - a red and white Holstein calf; Seroogy - a Jersey calf, and Dorito, a black and white Holstein. Heather Jauquet and her son, Evan, found the engagement with the classrooms interesting and fun - and the supportive comments and physical mail they received was a little overwhelming! Synergy Dairy Farm will wrap up their Adopt a Calf story with a special one hour, interactive virtual farm tour, on Wednesday, April 27th. This one program has reached more than 1 million students in all 50 states. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on March 9, 2021 at 4:33 pm

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by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on February 23, 2021 at 5:35 pm

GoodSport Nutrition Founder & CEO Michelle McBride conceived the concept after being frustrated with the sports drink category options.  “I didn’t want my son drinking sports drinks filled with artificial ingredients that were being offered to him at his baseball games,” she said. “I gave him chocolate milk as a healthier alternative after his workouts and it provided the inspiration to look at milk as a source of hydration during physical activity.”   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on January 19, 2021 at 11:31 am

The Wisconsin Farmers Union is preparing for a stripped down version of the annual business meeting at the end of the month.  Scott Schultz discusses the 90th annual event with WFU President, Darin Von Ruden. More than 15 agriculture associations in the state have signed a strongly worded letter to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services documenting why farmers, farm workers and food processing workers need to be a part of the phase 1b rollout of the covid vaccine.  Tamas Houlihan, executive director of the WI Potato & Vegetable Growers explains. Looking for a creative way to celebrate Valentine's Day despite covid?  Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin has it!  For the Love of Cheese - heart shaped boxes filled with Wisconsin cheese.  500 will be awarded to people that sign up on line.  Lizzie Schulz with DFW explains how they came up with the idea! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 15, 2020 at 11:10 am

Get the details on how Culver's has made the Wisconsin cheese curd star on their menu everywhere with Quinn Adkins, Culver’s director of menu development. Josh talks to the only Master Cheesemaker in "curds" in Wisconsin - or maybe the world!  Steve Stettler of Decatur Dairy in Brodhead takes his curds seriously!  What's the difference between a good curd and a "bad" curd (if there's such a thing).  Steve gives you some insight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 1, 2020 at 5:31 pm

Suzanne Fanning, Chief Marketing Officer for Wisconsin Cheese and Senior Vice President for Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, is helping passionate cheese people all across the country find flavors of cheese Proudly Wisconsin!  "Cheeselandia" has turned into a wonderful mechanism that continues to engage consumers in sample new flavors despite Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on September 14, 2020 at 9:30 am

Brenda Murphy with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin explains the momentum building behind this year's "National Farmers Day" on October 12th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on June 16, 2020 at 9:48 am

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by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on June 3, 2020 at 4:37 pm

Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin staff are working every day to communicate with national retail and food service distributors to keep Wisconsin dairy products top of mind with consumers. Kirk Scott explains what's been going on, even before covid-19, to help continue to grow Wisconsin's share of consumer sales at the retail and food service level.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on May 15, 2020 at 2:26 pm

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by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on March 11, 2021 at 11:59 am

Will they or won't they hold World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin for 2021?  While the answer's pending, Wisconsin representative, Travis Tranel, wants to go on the record on how important the show is to the state.  Josh Scramlin visits with him. Applications are now being accepted for the second class of the Wisconsin Youth Council.  Grace Atherton from WDATCP explains what they've accomplished so far. Staff from the WI Beef Council bring us "Checkoff Chat" focused on recent dietary guidelines for infants and toddlers.  "Beef The Early Years" looks at that trend and how the industry's responding.  Sara Agena from WI Beef Council explains the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on January 13, 2021 at 5:49 pm

Even if the pandemic vaccination plan goes smoothly, will we be able to return to normal with county fairs?  Good question and one that's still unanswered according to Jayme Buttke, secretary of the WI Fairs Association. It'll be a stripped down 90th state convention for the WI Farmers Union, but members are staying engaged in the process according to Darin Von Ruden, president of the WFU. Markets were shocked by the World Ag Supply Demand report issued Tuesday - and markets are still climbing higher. Heart health might be many people's "resolution" for the new calendar year - and it should include beef.  Sarah Agena, dietary consultant with the WI Beef Council, focuses in on that topic with our "Checkoff Chat" brought to you by the WI Beef Council and Equity Livestock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on June 8, 2020 at 11:13 pm

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by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on June 8, 2020 at 4:10 pm

Alisa Harrison directs NCBA's checkoff funded national and state partnership strategies and integration through marketing, communications and research and science disciplines to activate consumers to choose beef and build beef demand. What has covid-19 done to consumers shopping patterns, and how has supply chain disruption educated us on the process going forward?  Those are some of the comments you'll hear with "Checkoff Chat", brought to you by the Wisconsin Beef Council and Equity Cooperative Livestock Association. Alisa comes to NCBA after serving as the Senior Vice President of Communications and Marketing for the International Franchise Association. She previously worked in a senior role for the APCO Worldwide marketing and public relations agency. From 2001-2005 she was Director of Communications and Press Secretary for Secretary of Agriculture Anne Veneman. At USDA, she served as a spokesperson for the secretary and the department as well as managed all news media relations and communications strategies. Before joining USDA, Alisa was Executive Director, Public Relations for NCBA from 1986 to 2001. Alisa graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications/Journalism from the University of Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on April 29, 2020 at 7:06 pm

Curt Larson, President/CEO,  at the Equity Livestock Cooperative Association's having daily, if not hourly, conversations with meat processor's across the Midwest.  Here's his latest update prior to the announcement by President Donald Trump, on making meat processors stay open as "critical infrastructure". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on May 8, 2019 at 11:05 am

And a lot of Wisconsin agribusinesses want to make it a success.  Josh Scramlin visited with Kopke's Greenhouse.  Mother's Day is one of the busiest days in the year for Wisconsin's flower growers.  He finds out how they're handling it. May is Beef Month - and Wisconsin's ready to celebrate!  Tammy Vaassen, executive director of the WI Beef Council, talks about the upcoming Cattle Drive 5K/10K Fun Walk/Run and generating excitement for Beef Month celebrations! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on March 20, 2019 at 3:28 pm

Despite challenging economic times for Wisconsin farmers, exhibitors number remains strong for next week's WPS Farm Show at the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh.  Rob Juneau, show manager, says they've got more than 500 exhibitors ready for a show that covers nearly 10 acres. Young people are very interested in food!  How can agriculture reach them as consumers, chefs, grocery store operators and restaurateurs?  Connie Fedor talks about one unique program offering that line of communication through the Wisconsin Restaurant Association's Education Foundation.  Courtesy of Wisconsin's Beef Council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on March 15, 2019 at 5:06 pm

Connie Fedor with the WI Restaurant Association coordinates the WI Pro-Start Program.  This program, in partnership with Wisconsin beef producers and the Wisconsin Beef Council helps high school students learn about all facets of the restaurant and food management industry! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on February 27, 2019 at 8:57 pm

Arin Crooks, Superintendent of the Lancaster Ag Research Facility and also an active member of the Wisconsin Beef Council board, just returned from the National Cattlemen's Beef convention in New Orleans.  Many Wisconsin beef producers and consumers may not realize the voice Wisconsin has on the national scene.  Arin explains the benefits of networking nationally and the payback Wisconsin growers see on their beef checkoff investment! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on February 20, 2019 at 6:42 pm

Arin Crooks from Lancaster just returned from the National Cattlemen's Beef convention in New Orleans, where a number of Wisconsin beef producers were updated on check-off related programs and where they're heading in 2019.  How's that money being used? Dave Moll, former UW- Extension Grain Analyst is now on staff with Greenstone Farm Credit in Michigan.  He says the changes that have happened in crop insurance might provide Wisconsin farmers with a little better safety net then last year - but you'll have to know where to look and what to ask for.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on March 19, 2021 at 5:26 pm

Pam Jahnke catches up with Jessica Mlsna, an energy advisor with Focus on Energy, about what's in store for Wisconsin farmers as the weather gets nicer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on January 19, 2021 at 5:58 pm

Jessica Mlsna, an Energy Adviser with Focus on Energy, chats with Pam Jahnke about the exciting things happening in 2021. Mlsna says despite the challenges of 2020, they saw a  lot of action and plan to help those in agriculture save even more energy and money this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on December 16, 2020 at 8:48 pm

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by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 29, 2020 at 7:07 pm

Joel Roltgen joins Pam Jahnke on the Mid-West Farm Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 29, 2020 at 3:32 pm

There’s a lot of folks that are gearing up for spring time activities. In agribusiness, that includes those in the horticulture. Tad Beeksma is an Ag Technical Energy Specialist with Focus on Energy and he recently spoke with Pam Jahnke about how horticulture can save energy and money by using lighting upgrades.  Originally aired March 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 29, 2020 at 3:31 pm

2020 is offering some special incentives for Wisconsin farmers and agribusiness owners through Focus on Energy! Saurabh Betawadkar, Lead Energy Advisor with Focus on Energy, joined Pam in studio to explain the new opportunities, and talk more about the cooperative process that Focus on Energy’s been developing with the trade industry across Wisconsin. Originally aired January 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on August 26, 2020 at 6:54 pm

Kevin Weiler joins Pam Jahnke on the Mid-West Farm Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on May 18, 2020 at 5:21 pm

Kevin Weiller of Focus on Energy joins Pam Jahnke on the Mid-West Farm Report to discuss energy and money saving tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on October 29, 2019 at 2:16 pm

Steve Craker, Trade Ally Liason with Focus on Energy talks about a new program they are offering this year. Focus on Energy is offer $150.00 to help pay for a professional tune up on your grain dryer, which can help you to save money in the long run as well. Focus of Energy has other incentives as well to help with hot water boilers, unit heaters, and greenhouse controls. They also want to be able to help you with your engine block heaters to help reduce time used by putting it on a timer to start up 2 hours before you are ready to get going for your day. Visit them at https://focusonenergy.com\agribusiness or give them a call at (888) 947-7828 to get in touch with an Energy Advisor today and to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON on July 19, 2019 at 4:18 pm

Pam Jahnke talks with Joel Langmeier of Langmeier Dairy. Joel and his family are one of the winners on the 2019 Energy Efficiency Excellency Award winners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.