Positivity in Ag

Manure into what? Hear more from Karl Crave what farmers have been saying about a recent project collecting manure to capture methane and converting it to renewable natural gas alongside opportunities for young people in the biogas industry. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

After visiting Miltrim Farms, one of the largest robotic dairy farms in the nation, there were many young people working on the farm including David Trimner. Listen in to hear more about the farm, what opportunities he took advantage of after graduating college and more. Thanks to the Professional Dairy Producers (PDPW) for setting up the tour, and mentorship program! Stay tuned, daily, to hear co...

Founding member of a farmer-led watershed conservation group, Peninsula Pride Farms, Duane Ducat recognized the need as a dairy farmer at Deer Run Dairy LLC in Wisconsin to start a community in the area. Listen in to hear more about the organization, and what he means by the clip at the beginning. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music...

Tasha Schlies didn’t know she was going to be a dairy farmer after growing up on a family farm. After a study abroad trip to learn about the Fleckvieh dairy breed, the idea grew to stay committed to the dairy industry as a farmer. Listen in to hear more about her advice, and the breed itself. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in...

From moving to the Netherlands, India and now to Texas, Elizabeth De Vries has found her passion for creating a business for dairy farmers. Tune in to the episode to hear her advice for young entrepreneurs and more how she began 4D Ag Fashion and 4D Ag World. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream -...

Travis Tranel is not only serving as a state legislator, but also dairy farms back home. He didn’t win his first time running for office, but now is serving his seventh term and was recently appointed to serve as the Chair of the Assembly Committee on Agriculture for the 2023-24 Legislative Session in Wisconsin. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalists o...

Leaders including board president of the Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative Brody Stapel are optimistic for the future of the dairy community. Listen more to the conversation hearing his background, advice and about the cooperative. This week, more conversations will be shared on the podcast from a dairy conference. What do you want to hear? Send your thoughts to either m.lynn.stangler@gmail.com or on...

The soybean industry is growing alongside opportunities for the use of the crop and even is used for aquaculture. To talk more about U.S. soybean exports and opportunities for the market to grow is U.S. Soybean Export Council Chairman of the Board Doug Winter. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream...

Laura Daniels is the founder and president of Dairy Girl Network, an organization dedicated to creating a community of support for dairy women. It’s important to find a group that helps you grow, and today's conversation includes more details about the value of the organization what she’s been hearing from members. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalist...

Serenity Hetke recently graduated from college, and her take on how she applied her degree and the transition back to the farm is insightful. Listen more to the conversation along with daily conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Dedicating to staying true to herself is how Jackie Rosenbush served as this past year’s 2022 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs. Listen more to hear how she embraces who she is, top takeaways and even how the fair community can share positivity. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

2023 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs Sharlene Swedlund will represent 75 county, district and state fairs in Wisconsin and has a love and passion for the fair communities. Listen in to hear her story, and what she’s looking forward to the upcoming year. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Read more about the fair enthusiast HERE from the W...

From his kids now exhibiting in projects with their 4-H club at the county fair to now helping support the program, Jason Hausler serves as the area extension director for central Wisconsin. Listen more to how fairs bring communities together, and how 4-H plays a role in it. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its...

With a recent visit to the nation’s capital, Doug Rebout continues to have conversations with legislators not only about the upcoming farm bill, but other issues affecting soybean and corn growers. Listen more to hear what his takeaways were and why it’s important to speak up for agriculture from his perspective. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in A...

A conversation not talked about often is how to transition between seasons of life. Listen more to how Brittany Sweet made the transition from college to her full-time career. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Now serving as her college’s rodeo queen, Jenna Stockinger returned to the rodeo industry with open arms and has found value within the community. Listen more to hear about her role alongside how important rodeo is from her perspective. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

This week’s conversations brought together many people involved in agriculture. Finishing off the week is hearing more about an organization that does a lot for animal agriculture. Grace Platte serves as coordinator, membership and communications for the Animal Agriculture Alliance and shares more on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

It’s a word that’s often used, and a pig farmer and National Pork Board leader from Minnesota says how the industry has continued to evolved and become sustainable for the next generation of agriculturalists, like you. Dale Stevermer shares more on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Whether you may or may not be familiar with Agriculture markets like future prices, CME Group Manager of Livestock Futures and Options Products Mackenzie Billings shares more about the basics, history and what resources there are for young individuals. Listen more to conversations with people involved in agriculture, daily, on the Positivity in Ag podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream...

Continuing to be resilient is what many meat processors are striving for. Recent investments, both time and money, have been what’s helping the industry grow, especially in states like Wisconsin. Listen more to hear about a new program to help processors from the Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Randy Romanski. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agricult...

While there are many organizations to be part of to stay involved in agriculture, Don Lutz has found value being part of the Wisconsin Soybean Association and serves on the board of directors for the American Soybean Association. As a soybean grower, he enjoys advocating and being with people from different backgrounds. Listen more to Don Lutz’s story among others on the daily Positivity in Ag pod...

Another semester completed for college students, and for some, opportunities such as studying abroad helped grow a perspective on the global dairy industry.  Inge Lugtenberg shares more of her experience in the United States, and what she has learned. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Welcome to the first ever episode of the Positivity in Ag podcast! Hearing guests from all walks of life to having conversations across the diversity of the agricultural community, this podcast will be a way to stay connected. Listen to the first episode telling you more about the podcast itself, in addition to the first guest, Lee Kinnard. He and his family own Kinnard Farms in Casco, Wisconsin a...