MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Josh Scramlin talked with Wisconsin wrestler Trent Hillger about how farming helped shape his wrestling work ethic.  Reba McClone reports from the Wisconsin Capital Building about proposed livestock citing regulations.  Bryce Knorr, Commodity Specialist, speaks with Josh Scramlin about crude oil prices, the effect frost will have on crops, and how crops are looking around the country. Se...

Rodrigo Werle, assistant professor at UW-Madison took a deeper look at industrial hemp in the state and some of the best management practices and varieties.  The Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin shared more information about their involvement with the NFL's Fuel Up, Play 60 program.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Schultz found out more about an event the Farm City Days for the public to come to a farm, this year that was in Colfax and the Dunmar Dairy.   The World Ag. Supply and Demand Estimate was the main factor impacting the markets.   Alaska is currently dealing with a devastating drought, and Pam found more about the dairy in Alaska, and the issues they have faced because of...

Mark Hagedorn from Eau Claire,  is the new Dairy Outreach and Program manager.  Hi will be working with new and existing agents about improving efficiency and communication between dairy groups. Fall is coming, and that means pumpkin patches and corn mazes.  But, how are the pumpkins looking this year, and what goes into making a corn maze.  Enchanted Valley Acres shared more i...

As fall starts approaching and people begin the venture into the woods for hunting or to see the leaves, that presents a "host" of opportunities for ticks.  Scott Schultz found out more about some tick born disease research that has been happening.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should you do when you are stuck in a lightning storm?  What are things you can do to keep you animals safe?  Jon Martin, a professor at UW-Madison in the atmospheric and oceanic sciences department answers those questions and more about lightning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are some of the current trends in meat? Josh Scramlin sits down with Dr. Stacey Zuelly of Purdue University to get the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For those that say it is impossible to grow plants without soil, they've probably never heard of aquaponics. Reba McClone tours an operation in Southeast WI that specializes in this type of growing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a tornado ripped apart their farm, the Wetzel family in Brandon refused to give up. They pushed through, and over the last year were able to rebuild their entire operation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may be getting a little cooler but we are still in the dog days of summer. What to watch out for when moving animals around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems as though every single day brings different news on the international trade front. Scott Schultz talks with WI dairy farmer and DATCP board member Patty Edelburg about how she sees the future of trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Unicorn beer float is just the beginning of the "fair food" you can experience at the Wisconsin State Fair.  Gates open this morning at State Fair Park in West Allis and our Midwest Farm Report team is there!  We'll be bringing you all the details thanks to Rural Mutual Insurance.  Don't forget to check our Facebook page for live videos - always look for Fabulous Farm Babe. See om...

It surprises many people to know the history of tobacco production in Wisconsin.  While many acres have been trimmed, there's still a vibrant community that's growing the crop today.  Josh Scramlin gives us an update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you own even one horse, pig, sheep or cow - you need to let the state know where that animal lives.  That's the short definition of what Wisconsin's Premise ID program is all about.  Jodi Legge, with Wisconsin's Livestock Identification Consortium, talks with Reba McClone about the program guidelines and how to get re-certified or just begin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Kevin Erb, UW-Extension Conservation Specialist, is hoping that Wisconsin farmers and agribusiness owners will top into Manure Expo 2019 this week at Fair Oaks Farm in Indiana.  It's not just about the nutrients, it's about the technology available today to manage those nutrients.  Erb says a $30-40 tablet from a big box store can be a valuable tool in a tractor or truck cab. See omnystu...

When the Wisconsin state budget was signed into effect - it brought good news for the UW-School of Veterinary Medicine!  Funding that will allow them to get started with the building project.  Dean Markel, from the school, visits with Pam about what happens next! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm organizations, associations and commodity groups are rallying behind a new social media campaign to give some encouragement to struggling farmers.  Jim Holt, President of the WI Farm Bureau, explains what he hopes it will accomplish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2019 Dairy Experience Forum in St. Paul brought dairy farmers together with their consumers for some critical conversations.  Chad Vincent, CEO of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin explains why investing check-off dollars in this exchange is so critical to guide future developments and conversations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are ramping up for WI Farm Technology Days on opening day!  Reba McClone highlights the Rural Events Center you don't want to miss when you visit. Acres - that's what the market will be watching as we glide toward the Aug. 12th USDA crop report.  Bryce Knorr, Farm Futures magazine, is the guest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This heat really amplifies how much energy today's modern dairy can consume keeping animals cool and comfortable.  Langmeier Dairy in Crawford County is a fourth generation family operation that is an organic dairy that recently invested in growing brussel sprouts they grow, harvest and package as a means to diversify farm income.  They've received Focus on Energy's Excellence Award for...

This hot sticky weather's got the trade talking.  Bryce Knorr, Farm Futures commodity specialist, gives us the latest. Will the Canada Mexico Trade Agreement happen?  Wisconsin's got a big stake in its success.  Kaitlyn Riley talks with WI Ag Secretary, Brad Pfaff, about the outlook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another summer treasure in Wisconsin - sweet corn!  But it's had it's share of challenges this spring just like many other crops.  Josh Scramlin talks about it with John Eugster, or Eugster's Farm Market in Stoughton. The phrase something for everyone really fits the Events Center coming up during WI Farm Technology Days.  Reba's got the scoop See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Despite the financial situation facing many Wisconsin farms - there's still plenty of people that want to get into production agriculture.  Question is how! Compeer Financial is trying to help with their "Breaking New Ground" program. Matt Patterson explains how they try to assist. WI Farm Technology Days is just a few days away.  Matt Glewen, General Manager, says Jefferson County's try...

It's a question everybody is wondering about.  Bryce Knorr, commodity analyst with Farm Futures magazine says that's the news driving markets this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Aid has announced their 2019 concert will be coming back to Wisconsin.  Scheduled for Sat., Sept. 21 at the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, Farm Aid hasn't been here since 2010. Jennifery Fahy, Communications Director with Farm Aid, joined Pam Jahnke in studio for an update on what happens with the organization outside of the one day event. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...