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Mishicot FFA student wins the state FFA Goat Proficiency award
June 29, 2022 19:49 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBThe 2022 Goat Production Proficiency Winner announced at the Wisconsin State FFA Convention is Brooke Grossheim of the Mishicot FFA. Brooke is involved with the care of 14 does and 3 bucks that live on her family’s farm. Her herd is made up of purebred fainting goats. Brooke assists with breeding, feeding, clipping and cleaning. Brooke shares details about her proficiency, a typical day taking care of the goats, breeding characteristics and future plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Mishicot FFA student wins the state FFA Goat Production Proficiency award
June 29, 2022 19:49 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBThe 2022 Goat Production Proficiency Winner announced at the Wisconsin State FFA Convention is Brooke Grossheim of the Mishicot FFA. Brooke is involved with the care of 14 does and 3 bucks that live on her family’s farm. Her herd is made up of purebred fainting goats. Brooke assists with breeding, feeding, clipping and cleaning. Brooke shares details about her proficiency, a typical day taking care of the goats, breeding characteristics and future plans. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Strategy behind planting winter rye
June 29, 2022 17:05 - 3 minutes - 3.69 MBAt the Peninsula Pride Farms Conservation Conversation, the owners of Deer Run Dairy and Barry Bubolz of NRCS talked about how they planted winter rye in the fall and no-tilled corn in this spring. Derek Ducat of Deer Run Dairy provided information on the timeline of the field and Barry shared the strategy behind it. Field location: Kewaunee County near Tisch Mills Farm Center See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Edge unveils milk pricing reform priorities
June 27, 2022 20:07 - 10 minutes - 9.52 MBIn its priorities for national milk pricing reform, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative is focused on strengthening the relationship between farmers and processors in a way that increases transparency, fairness and competition, and gives farmers a reasonable amount of price certainty. The cooperative’s focus is on two principles ― flexibility and fairness. These priorities were developed through research, member discussions, participation in a multi-state task force, and engagement with processors...
Will inflation see double digits?
June 27, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBDairy Stream hosted by DBA and Edge talked with Sam Miller of BMO Harris Bank about if inflation will see double digits like it did back in the 1980s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Milk price and trends
June 24, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBDairy Herd Management had Bryan Doherty of Total Farm Marketing to share insight on how March milk price was the highest ever but now dairy demand is on the downswing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
$19.5 million in grants to support workforce challenges
June 23, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1 MBGov. Tony Evers announced up to $19.5 million in grants through the Workforce Innovation Grant Program will be awarded to Lakeshore Technical College, the Wisconsin Forestry Center at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and Northwood Technical College for projects that support long-term solutions to Wisconsin’s workforce challenges and promote workforce development across 22 counties in Wisconsin’s Northwestern, Northern, Northeastern, and Eastern regions. The projects are the first t...
Ocean Shipping Reform Act aimed to reduced bottlenecks
June 20, 2022 20:50 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBOcean Shipping Reform Act aims to reduce bottlenecks at U.S. ports that have hindered agricultural and other exports. Among other aspects, the legislation addresses high fees and cracks down on ocean carriers who refuse to ship agricultural goods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is it time to review your insurance policy?
June 20, 2022 20:46 - 7 minutes - 6.53 MBMatt Wavrunek of Associates Insurance talks about reviewing insurance policies and what items to capture during a situation that requires an insurance claim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Quick minute in agriculture: About mead or 'honey wine'
June 20, 2022 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.03 MBHappy Wisconsin Pollinator Week! Joanna shares the history of mead and where it is today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More research done on nitrogen
June 20, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBAmber Radatz, agricultural water quality program manager for UW-Extension, shares how nitrogen will be a focus in future research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Discovery Farms future research projects
June 17, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBAmber Radatz, agricultural water quality program manager for UW-Extension, shares the research Discovery Farms will be exploring in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Newhouse Bill to Prohibit China from Buying US Farmland
June 16, 2022 11:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBU.S. Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington is working on the Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act would stop China’s government from buying up any more American farmland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kewaunee County dairy farm receives the Innovation Center For U.S. Dairy 2022 Sustainability Award
June 16, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBCongratulations to Duane Ducat, Derek Ducat, Dale Bogart and the whole Deer Run Dairy team for being awarded the 2022 Outstanding Dairy Farm Sustainability! Learn more: https://wtaq.com/2022/06/13/479282/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 trends reshaping the way food is produced
June 15, 2022 13:18 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBFarm Director Joanna Guza talked with Curt Blades, senior vice-president of industry sectors and product leadership for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers about the recent study on the future of food production in the United States. MORE INFO: https://wtaq.com/2022/06/13/479453/ Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/7CK6CdChUrY See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Manitowoc County cheese spread company recognized worldwide!
June 14, 2022 09:32 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBWisconsin has a strong dairy heritage and we are featuring local dairy businesses throughout northeast Wisconsin during June Dairy Month. Ian Behm, president of Pine River Pre-Pack in Newton Wisconsin shares the history of the company, how they managed business during the pandemic, customer favorites and the importance of product placement in the grocery store. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates for dairy
June 13, 2022 17:21 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThe World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) is prepared and released by the World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB). The report is released monthly, and provides annual forecasts for supply and use of U.S. and world agricultural commodities. Joanna shares some highlights for dairy. View the full report: https://www.usda.gov/oce/commodity/wasde/wasde0622.pdf See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Waupaca County dairy farm will host the Dairy Agstravaganza
June 13, 2022 15:12 - 13 minutes - 12 MBWaupaca County will be celebrating June Dairy Month with the Dairy Agstavaganza on June 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.! This will be held at the Whitetail Valley Dairy in Waupaca. Owner Ruth Trinrud shared details about the event, farm, life advice and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Siemers Holstein Farms shares genetic secrets
June 08, 2022 19:16 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBJordan Siemers with Siemers Holstein Farms shares insight on their genetic program, cow comfort and diet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Food waste is dominating Wisconsin landfills
June 08, 2022 19:08 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBCasey Lamensky with the Waste and Materials Management Program for the DNR shares how a recent study found that food waste and scraps are filling Wisconsin landfills. Casey covers the study, tips on how to eliminate food waste in your home and composting opportunities. Additional resources: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/waste/residentialfoodwaste.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meteorologist shares insight weather predications for this summer
June 07, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBKurt Kotenberg, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Green Bay shares weather predications for this summer, how La Nina will impact Northeast Wisconsin and how it's been more windy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meteorologist shares insight weather predictions for this summer
June 07, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBKurt Kotenberg, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Green Bay shares weather predictions for this summer, how La Nina will impact Northeast Wisconsin and how it's been more windy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hemp farmer shares the biggest challenge for them
June 07, 2022 11:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBPeggy Coffeen shares the biggest challenge she experienced on her hemp farm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I started a micro-dairy in my backyard!"
June 06, 2022 19:54 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBTammy Fritsch, owner of Two Guernsey Girls Creamery, shares her journey of starting a micro-dairy in her backyard. #JuneDairyMonth #WisconsinDairy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet the Brown County Breakfast on the Farm host Brickstead Dairy
June 01, 2022 18:55 - 8 minutes - 7.38 MBFifth generation dairy farmer, Dan Brick of Brickstead Dairy, shares what makes his farm unique, conservation efforts, future goals and Breakfast on the Farm preparations! Join the Bick family on June 5 at their farm in Greenleaf, more details below: Website: https://www.browncountydairypromotions.com/breakfast-on-the-farm Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/1La8S8PNS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Doorco Holsteins shares insight on their genetic success
May 31, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBOwner Dan Vandertie of Doorco Holsteins in Brussels, Wisconsin shares the 'secret sauce' behind winning the Herd of Excellence Award presented by the Holstein Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet the Manitowoc County Breakfast on the Farm host
May 31, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.97 MBMeet the 2022 Manitowoc County Breakfast on the Farm host Doug Grotegut, owner of Grotegut Dairy Farm. Breakfast on the Farm includes the famous ham and cheese omelets, sausage, donut holes, yogurt, variety of cheeses, cinnamon bread and butter, juice, coffee and milk! Don't forget room for the delicious Cedar Crest sundaes included in the breakfast price. Stay to tour the farm and enjoy all the family activities!Adults: $8 Children 5-10: $5 4 and under: Free Cash only. Watch for parking ...
What key things to share with emergency personnel
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBCasey Kamm shares what farmers should share with emergency personnel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Advice for farms looking to remodel to add robots
May 26, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBAngie Larsen of Fox Cities Builders shares options for farm to remodel their facilities for robots or ag-tourism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Loryn shares tips for onboarding employees
May 25, 2022 20:50 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBLoryn Wiese of GreenStone shares tips for onboarding employees and new research trends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm host
May 25, 2022 20:09 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MBMeet the Kewaunee County Breakfast on the Farm host Kinnard Highland Farm in Casco. One of the owners, Kyler Kinnard, shared the history of the farm, about the robotic milkers and new calf barn! Breakfast on the Farm Facebook page: https://fb.me/e/2tg1mYzAK Kewaunee County Dairy Promotions website: https://dairypromo.com/kewaunee-county-breakfast-on-the-farm/ Kinnard Highland Farm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kinnardhighlandfarms/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Meet the Outagamie County Breakfast on the Farm host
May 25, 2022 16:53 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBMeet the Outagamie County Breakfast on the Farm host Mike Van Rossum of Van Rossum Dairy in Kaukauna. Come celebrate June Dairy Month with Van Rossum Dairy on June 12 for a Sunday full of moos, great food, and quality family time! Follow the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/157907305596720/ Purchase tickets online: https://sites.google.com/view/outagamiecountydairypromotion/breakfast-on-the-farm/tickets?authuser=0 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nice to 'meat' you: Brey Family Beef
May 25, 2022 15:18 - 10 minutes - 9.4 MB'Meat' the Brey family, owners Jacob, Lauren, Tony and Moriah, from Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Lauren shared insights on their farm, beef animals and how they started their journey direct selling to customers. Learn more at https://breyfamilybeef.com/ or check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/breyfamilybeef See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: How can someone learn more?
May 25, 2022 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBChris Frakes shares how others can support someone with thoughts of suicide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: Common mental health myths
May 25, 2022 12:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBChris Frakes shares common myths tied with mental health See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Local Denmark dairy farmer shares goals
May 25, 2022 11:00 - 1 minute - 1 MBCraig LeFevre of Seven Hills Dairy shares future goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Future food and agriculture trends
May 24, 2022 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBThe Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Futures Council spent countless hours discussing how the agriculture industry could be reshaped over the next 10 years. Following is a look at 13 trends that will help define the future of food production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meat processing grants, Alice in Dairyland and four rural economy trends
May 24, 2022 12:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: Facts behind mental health and farming
May 24, 2022 11:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBDr. Chris Fakes shares the facts behind mental health and farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Homestead Kitchen & Tap: Marketing and advice
May 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.01 MBWhitney Ebert shares her role at the Homestead Kitchen and Tap along with advice for people interested in direct selling to customers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: How to focus on mental health
May 23, 2022 18:05 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBPeggy Coffeen, owner of Pri'CBD, shares advice on how to focus on your mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Agriculture's future challenge: Sharing our story to stakeholders
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.9 MBDave Crass shares challenges agriculture faces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beef month: Dietitian shares common customer questions on beef
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBSarah Agena shares common questions she gets from customers on beef nutrition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: Generational differences of mental health
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBChris Frakes shares the generational differences in terms of mental health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What local fire departments need to support farms
May 23, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1020 KBCasey Kamm shares what local fire departments need to support farm emergencies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vilsack: USMCA and retaliatory tariffs on Canada
May 20, 2022 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.91 MBIn January, a USMCA dispute resolution panel initiated by the U.S. found that Canada’s dairy tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) system violates the terms of the trade agreement. Canada issued a new TRQ proposal in March which included only inconsequential changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mental Health Awareness: The science behind how stress impact the brain
May 20, 2022 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBChris Frakes shares the science behind how stress impacts our brains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nice to 'meat' you: Grain finish vs grass finish business benefit
May 20, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.02 MBJared Geiser shares his perspective on the business side of finishing his beef animals with grain vs grass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ag update: Fertilizer prices and inflation
May 19, 2022 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.92 MBVolatile Fertilizer Market Likely Through 2023 Addressing inflation critical for farmers and ranchers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Understanding the difference between beef options
May 19, 2022 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MBUnderstanding grain finish vs. Grass finish vs. Organic vs. Natural --> What is nutritionally better? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.