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We get creative in this episode and discuss specific examples of how farmers are approaching their neighbors with mutually beneficial business ideas. The first part identifies the opportunities and after the break, we discuss how to approach the opportunities. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest, Steve Schwoerer discuss the following topics:  Defining neighbors Why this has become more popular High-level overview of farm and neighbor relationships Crop purchase agreements Land leasing agreements Investor opportunities Conservation efforts with your neighbors Outside professional support Legal and financial items What situation is the most successful Challenges Future topics in this space This episode is brought to you by the Compeer Financial. About the guest Steve Schwoerer is the Vice President of Dairy Lending at Compeer Financial. His primary role is to provide industry expertise and advice to the largest dairy farm clients of Compeer Financial. He has been an account officer for dairy clients in the Farm Credit System for more than 38 years. Steve graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Steve is also a member of the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Dairy Business Association.  Resources Connect with Steve Agricultural Financing resources Agricultural Businesses resources Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on May 21. Our guest helps farms get creative with improving their business by maximizing neighbor relationships. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Steve Schwoerer discuss the list of opportunities, what is the most successful, outside professional support, challenges and future topics in this space. This episode is brought to you by the Compeer Financial. About the guest Steve Schwoerer is the Vice President of Dairy Lending at Compeer Financial. His primary role is to provide industry expertise and advice to the largest dairy farm clients of Compeer Financial. He has been an account officer for dairy clients in the Farm Credit System for more than 38 years. Steve graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Steve is also a member of the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Dairy Business Association.  Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Wondering how you can increase the value of your home? Listen to this episode of the Home Sweet Home podcast with Compeer Home to learn important information about which home improvement projects are worth the payoff. This podcast episode features certified appraisers Carissa Schultz and Hannah Korish discussing factors that add value to rural homes. They highlight improvements like adding bathrooms, updating kitchens, and increasing square footage as valuable. Conversely, luxury features like hot tubs and oversized heating systems may not add value. They also emphasize the importance of knowing the local market and contacting Compeer Home for advice on potential upgrades.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Appraisal Report with Compeer Financial, Certified General Appraiser Bridget Cleven highlights Wisconsin farm real estate trends, focusing on cropland and dairy farms, and the shift towards robotic milking at larger dairy farms. Cleven explains that cropland prices have increased due to recent auctions, driven by supply and demand dynamics, and that dairy farms are outsourcing heifer facilities to cut costs. Tune in for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 3 of our bird dog training course with Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells and George Lyall, we discuss in the field bird dog field training.  The step-by-step conversation begins with transitioning “The Method” course work into field work, transitioning the point of contact from a command lead to E-collar, using a flank collar to apply breaks and whoa training steadiness.  We also discuss finding the right fields and situations to run dogs, training on wild birds vs pen-raised birds and which ones can help and hurt your progress, encouraging chase, building prey drive, repetitions, and having patience to see the process play out …@haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

In Part 3 of our bird dog training course with Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells and George Lyall, we discuss in the field bird dog field training.  The step-by-step conversation begins with transitioning “The Method” course work into field work, transitioning the point of contact from a command lead to E-collar, using a flank collar to apply breaks and whoa training steadiness.  We also discuss finding the right fields and situations to run dogs, training on wild birds vs pen-raised birds and which ones can help and hurt your progress, encouraging chase, building prey drive, repetitions, and having patience to see the process play out …@haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on April 30. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest Melissa Beeksma with Focus on Energy, shares the unforeseen benefits of farm equipment tune-ups, highlighting the critical role of proactive equipment maintenance in improving energy efficiency and farm operations. Special thanks to Focus on Energy for sponsoring this episode. About the guest Melissa Beeksma has been working in the energy efficiency field for over 18 years. She is the Technical Quality Lead for Focus on Energy's Agriculture and Schools and Government Programs. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and a Master's Degree in Natural Resource Management with an emphasis in Environmental Education from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Melissa is a Certified Energy Manager and Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional through the Association of Energy Engineers. In 2024, she co-authored the Agricultural Maintenance Benefits White Paper: The Success and Unforeseen Benefits of Farm Equipment Tune-Ups, highlighting the critical role of proactive equipment maintenance in improving energy efficiency and farm operations.  Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

In Part 2 of our bird dog training course with Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells and George Lyall, we discuss bird dog foundation & obedience training.  We begin at the kennel and work dogs through an obstacle course to help them overcome challenges and gain confidence in themselves and their owners. We discuss how to properly use a lead, developing a point of contact, introducing the E-collar & verbal commands, recall, and running the dog off leash for the first time. @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

In Part 2 of our bird dog training course with Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells and George Lyall, we discuss bird dog foundation & obedience training.  We begin at the kennel and work dogs through an obstacle course to help them overcome challenges and gain confidence in themselves and their owners. We discuss how to properly use a lead, developing a point of contact, introducing the E-collar & verbal commands, recall, and running the dog off leash for the first time. @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

Expanding and bettering healthcare in rural America is top of mind for many in the U.S. including businesses. Bob Madsen the Vice President of Rural Vitality with Compeer Financial shares some recent projects they are working on to support rural areas. One of the more recent projects is helping fund a $25.75 million renovation of the Midwest Medical Center in Galena, Illinois. They are also going to be opening a new hospital in Darlington Wisconsin in June to better serve the surrounding communities of Lafeyette County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puppy Development training is the foundation for every bird dog. We walk step by step through “The Method” training process with puppies from the moment you start looking for a bird dog to the day you introduce them to birds and gun fire for the first time.  We bring two dogs into the show with three highly qualified dog trainers, Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells, & George Lyall, to discuss why it's important to come up with a 2-year plan, picking up your puppy and bringing it home, kennel training, potty training, sleep training, physical touch, developing good habits, working through vocal frustrations, how & where to socialize a puppy, becoming their leader, and we end the show by introducing a puppy to a live bird for the first time. @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

Puppy Development training is the foundation for every bird dog. We walk step by step through “The Method” training process with puppies from the moment you start looking for a bird dog to the day you introduce them to birds and gun fire for the first time.  We bring two dogs into the show with three highly qualified dog trainers, Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells, & George Lyall, to discuss why it's important to come up with a 2-year plan, picking up your puppy and bringing it home, kennel training, potty training, sleep training, physical touch, developing good habits, working through vocal frustrations, how & where to socialize a puppy, becoming their leader, and we end the show by introducing a puppy to a live bird for the first time. @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

In this Appraisal Report with Compeer Financial, Certified General Appraiser Rob Brines talks with Brownfield about recent developments within the farmland market. Brines explains that several factors, such as tariffs impacting farm income, interest rates, and low sales, contribute to a weakening farmland market and uncertainty in agriculture. Tune in for more about how solar/green energy and planting crops impact the value of the farm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When dog owners struggle, that's when they call trainers for help. On this episode, we sit down with dog owners that share their struggles and the trainers that helped them overcome them. Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells & George Lyall explain how to understand the mindset of dogs and the power that comes with it.  @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

When dog owners struggle, that's when they call trainers for help. On this episode, we sit down with dog owners that share their struggles and the trainers that helped them overcome them. Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells & George Lyall explain how to understand the mindset of dogs and the power that comes with it.  @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)    

Today on the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy is joined by Alltech's Jorge Delgado and Compeer's Brad Herkenhoff to chat about the challenges and strategies related to improving dairy farm culture. The discussion dives into the importance of identifying and fostering a strong culture on dairy farms, emphasizing the significance of communication and understanding employee motivations. Jorge Delgado shares actionable steps and success stories, highlighting the need for mission statements and continuous engagement to create a cohesive and dedicated workforce. This episode is packed with practical insights tailored for dairy farm owners and managers aiming to enhance their team's performance and engagement.About Compeer FinancialCompeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Our dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs.For more information, contact the Compeer Dairy Industry Experts 00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Stalled Progress in Dairy Farms00:23 Meet the our sponsor: Brad Herkenhoff, Compeer Financial 02:13 The Importance of Culture in Dairy Farms03:26 Insights from Jorge Delgado: Building a Strong Dairy Culture05:17 Defining and Identifying Culture08:25 Creating a Mission Statement: A Case Study17:39 Effective Communication: The Key to Culture18:55 Challenges and Solutions in Dairy Farm Management26:24 Final Thoughts: Leadership and Adaptability27:39 Conclusion: Keep Growing and Upleveling Your Dairy

Listen to Compeer's Economic Minute for clear, practical insights on the ag economy and the economic forces shaping your farm's future. Inflation and interest rates are shifting rapidly, and Compeer Agricultural Economist Dr. Megan Roberts delves into the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP), which was introduced in legislation in March, as well as the USDA's planting intentions report from March 31st. Learn more about their impact on farmers' operations and how tariffs will affect the ag industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bird hunters unite to get their hands dirty working on habitat.  John Wartman, president of the Carver County Pheasants Forever chapter explains why his chapter won the 2024 Forever award, why adding opportunities for chapter members to work together has given his chapter renewed life, the value and bond created by volunteering, Hands on Habitat day, stories introducing kids to hunting and wild places, plus a whole lot more…@pheasantsforever   Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)

We are virtually traveling in-field to learn more about microbial nitrogen and the impact biologicals and biostimulants can have on your crops. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest, Rick Molenaar, discuss the following topics:  Evolution of technology in crop production Gene-editing microbes Current advancements in microbial nitrogen Impressive corn silage research Key growing stages to focus on ROI benefit of nitrogen management How microbes can help dairy farmers Precision agricultural equipment Microbial nitrogen technologies to support GHG emissions Challenges Future of nitrogen fertilizer management Special thanks to Pivot Bio for sponsoring this episode. About the guest Rick Molenaar is a regional agronomy lead for Pivot Bio. He is an agronomy professional with a proven track record of success in leading field agronomist teams, conducting on-farm trials of pre-commercial biological products, and collaborating with land grant universities. His expertise spans Midwest row crop production, where he utilizes agriculture-based GIS programs to develop innovative variable rate maps for seeding, fertility, liming, and manure application, optimizing both crop yield and sustainability.  Resources Connect with Rick Molenaar on LinkedIn Scientific Reports: Genetic remodeling of soil diazotrophs enables partial replacement of synthetic nitrogen fertilizer with biological nitrogen fixation in maize, Purdue University & University of Wisconsin - Madison  Agronomy Journal: Soil inoculation with nitrogen-fixing bacteria to supplement maize fertilizer need, University of Illinois  Video Interview: Science Validated: Purdue & UW-Madison Confirm PROVEN 40's Mode of Action Past Dairy Stream episode with Co-Founder Karsten Temme: How microbes are shaping the future of crop nutrition Past Dairy Stream episode with Dr. Connor Sible of the University of Illinois: Understanding biologicals and biostimulants   Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on April 2. We are getting an in-field perspective from an agronomist expert on the opportunities with microbial nitrogen. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Rick Molenaar discuss gene-editing microbes, current advancements in microbial nitrogen, research, precision agricultural equipment and the future of nitrogen fertilizer management. Special thanks to Pivot Bio for sponsoring this episode. About the guest Rick Molenaar is a regional agronomy lead for Pivot Bio. He is an agronomy professional with a proven track record of success in leading field agronomist teams, conducting on-farm trials of pre-commercial biological products, and collaborating with land grant universities. His expertise spans Midwest row crop production, where he utilizes agriculture-based GIS programs to develop innovative variable rate maps for seeding, fertility, liming, and manure application, optimizing both crop yield and sustainability.  Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Are you starting to build your dream home or planning to build in the future? Listen to this episode of the Home Sweet Home podcast with Compeer Home to learn important information about these financial decisions. Rural Living Solutions Lending Officer Jessica Horsley with Compeer explains what to expect and how Compeer Home can help. From deciding on a contractor and the impact of rates to appraisal values and property collateral, Compeer Home aims to make the building process as seamless as possible.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Show Highlights: Important AgTech questions from a new Compeer Financial conference. [00:42] Explore evolving AgTech risk profiles. [02:21] Get an overview of AgTech solution types. [04:09] What will you do if your AgTech adoptions fail? [06:22] Impact on Israeli farms due to GPS jamming post-Oct. 7. [07:55] Will John Deere's fully autonomous farming system be disruption-resilient? [11:56] Are you risk-ready for the tech-dependent future of farming? [15:38] Invitation to connect with The Pacesetter Pod. [17:46] Read “Israel's Wartime Farmers Are Relearning How to Plow Without GPS” here: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-08/israel-s-wartime-farmers-are-relearning-how-to-plow-without-gps  If you are interested in connecting with Joe, go to LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemosher/, or schedule a call at www.moshercg.com.  

Jon Goetz has been recognized as a 2025 GroundBreaker of the Year Honorable Mention by Compeer Financial. Each year, Compeer Financial celebrates young, beginning, and small farmers for their dedication to agriculture and their community. Goetz's farming journey started with his grandfather's land, which sparked his lifelong interest in agriculture. "My grandpa purchased the farm off his parents," he explained. "That inspired me, but I’ve always enjoyed being on the farm." While studying engineering in college, Goetz started a hobby farm on a small portion of the family land. "It snowballed from there," he said. "I went from being an engineering student to an engineer, and now to a full-time farmer and coach."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Carissa Schultz, a Compeer Financial appraiser, discusses farmland values in Winnebago, Fond du Lac, and Green Lake County, Wisconsin. She says land values have increased significantly since 2020, driven by limited supply and high competition. Dairy farms are a major focus, with values rising by 11% in the last year. She mentions that solar and wind energy projects are emerging in the area but are not affecting cropland significantly and that specialty producers face challenges due to limited land availability. Carissa emphasized the importance of location in determining land values.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the leading financial services provider for agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin, Compeer's financial advisors understand agriculture, the challenges and the opportunities. Megan Roberts, Principal Quantitative Analyst with Compeer Financial, talks with Pam Jahnke about an upcoming webinar designed to help avoid the potential pitfalls of succession planning on a farm. With their team of experts, from financial advisors to economists, who provide ongoing education, reports or one-on-one advice, Compeer is all about helping clients make the best decisions for their operation. Part of that ongoing education includes a series of webinars. The next AgriMindset Webinar: Succession Planning Webinar Details: Registration: compeer.com/events - then “Succession Planning” Date: March 12 Time: 9:00am Location: Virtual Live Q&A following – BRING YOUR QUESTIONS! A recording of this virtual event will be sent to all registrants, so be sure to register event if you aren't able to attend live! Featured Guest: Brooke Didier Starks, Legacy Legal, estate planning attorney with first-hand farm transition experience. She brings a candid, down-to-earth style that will help you get unstuck and move toward creating the legacies you want to leave for your family and community. Nothing about succession planning is easy. It’s often difficult to take the next steps in the process – whatever that may mean for you, your family and your farm. This webinar is great starting point in your succession or transition planning journey Officially putting pen to paper and documenting your plan carries a lot of responsibility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a Tuesday morning, we hear from Sen. Patrick Testin at the State Capitol. He's the new chair of the Senate Agriculture and Revenue Committee. He shares his excitement for the success of the ARIP program and producer-led watershed groups.Ag meteorologist Stu Muck has a mild forecast for us this week. "Little clippers" won't add too much excitement.Fabulous Farm Babe Pam Jahnke catches up with Cole Patrick of Compeer Financial. They're hosting an info session to help growers navigate crop insurance options.Jacob Burks of AgMarket.Net says risk management options come in all shapes and sizes from tools at your local elevator to expertise from your broker. He tells us what his customers are calling him about today, including the livestock market and the South American grain crop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on Feb. 26. A dairy farmer and scientist share the about the actionable data and results from the first year of a five-year effort through the Farmers for Sustainable Food Climate-Smart Program. The results showed that these sustainable farming practices are achieving positive environmental outcomes. Special thanks to Farmers for Sustainable Food for sponsoring this episode. About the guests Drew Kessler is a seasoned Scientist and Principal at Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI)—is a leading expert in water resources management and agricultural sustainability. With nearly two decades of experience, Drew has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between environmental science and agricultural practices.  Michael Crinion is a Board Member for Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative and rural entrepreneur with extensive knowledge of dairy, beef, sheep, and poultry enterprises.  He serves as the Managing Partner of Ash Grove Dairy, where they milk 2,100-cow in Minnesota, and he is the CEO of BioHydrogen LLC, which transforms waste streams into a sustainable and renewable hydrogen energy.    Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Prepare for the 2025 growing season with exclusive insights from Eric Snodgrass, senior atmospheric scientist at Conduit Ag on February 27. This one-hour virtual event will provide the weather forecast you need to plan your farm’s risk management strategy with confidence. Pam Jahnke visits with Cole Patrick, Director of Insurance Strategies, Compeer Financial, about the important decisions producers need to consider for profitability and risk management this year. What You’ll Hear A detailed look at weather patterns in the U.S. and South America for 2025 How these patterns could impact soil moisture, planting timelines and yields Expert analysis on what the weather means for your operation Spring crop price announcements, county yield projections and livestock insurance updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Compeer Home is here to redefine rural living with tailored solutions for homebuyers, lifestyle farmers, landowners or those looking to build their new home. In this episode, Chad McGlothlen, director of lending, shares how this new sub-brand of Compeer Financial delivers focused expertise and unwavering support for rural property financing. Tune in to learn how Compeer Home strives to turn your countryside dreams into reality!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on AgweekTV, a South Dakota airport expands its ag services. One of the biggest cooperatives in the farm credit system braces for tumultuous times in ag. We introduce you to some young men who are taking on the challenge of having their own bull sale. And a group of farmers from Ukraine come to South Dakota to learn about raising and processing hemp.  

It's National FFA Week and Wisconsin chapters will be celebrating in fine fashion. Jill Welke was a part of the crowd at the 2025 Wisconsin FFA Alumni and Supporters state convention in Stevens Point. She caught up with Wisconsinite Mary Schreiber who is currently serving as a National FFA Regional Vice President. Schreiber, who hails from East Troy, said it's been a busy few months since she was elected. Now that we've got the snow - here comes bone chilling temperatures. Stu Muck tallies up the snow totals and tells us about the wind chills on the way. Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin are focused on helping teachers share the dairy message. Charitee Seebecker visits with dairy farmer and board member, Virgil Haag fro Mount Horeb, about some new educational aids that are not only fun - but carry the dairy messages. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Markets are closed for the President's Day holiday, but a brand new business is open in a Milwaukee suburb. Ron Henningfeld from Hill Valley Dairy in East Troy has just opened a new 'cheese bar' and explains his connection to the Milwaukee location. Compeer Financial has selected a Fond du Lac County dairyman for their 2025 GroundBreaker award. Presented to a farmer under the age of 35 that's been farming less than 10 years, Compeer highlighted producers from Minnesota, Illinois and Wisconsin. Evan Schrauth of ClovenView Farms talks with Pam Jahnke about his dedication to farming since he was two.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Schrauth has wanted to farm since he was two years old. Today - he is, but not after more than a few setbacks and challenges. Evan, and his wife Taylor, were recognized by Compeer Financial during their GroundBreaker 2025 forum in Rockford, IL. Their mixed breed herd of Guernsey and Holstein dairy cattle make up the foundation that Evan is building on for their future. During a conversation with Pam Jahnke, he explains his dedication to keeping a sharp pencil one expenses, and making sure that he's planning for technology to help him enjoy his young family as they grow. He acknowledges that their current location just outside of the Fond du Lac city limits may pose some challenges, but Evan believes in always finding a silver lining. He says at least he's always close to supplies when he need them. Compeer created the GroundBreaker program to recognize young growers on the move.To be eligible, nominees must meet at least one of the following criteria: • Be between 18 and 35 years old• Have 10 years or less of farming or ranching experience• Or generate less than $350,000 in annual gross sales Compeer presented Evan and Taylor with a $5,000 check, and will present an additional $2,500 to a charity of their choice - the Wisconsin Guernsey Breeders Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

$18,000 an acre for farmland? Today, we talk about hot trends in land values and rental prices with Jade Kruschke from Compeer Financial. And from Compeer's dairy team, Senior Ag Lending Specialist Curtis Gerrits shines some light on land acquisition strategies he sees dairy farmers implementing to gain access to acres for feed, cropping and manure without paying premium prices.About Compeer FinancialCompeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Our dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs.For more information, contact theCompeer Dairy Industry Experts.  

In this episode of the Appraisal Report, hear from Kalley Czech, a certified general appraiser for Compeer Financial, discussing the farmland market in central and northeast Minnesota, including analysis of benchmark properties, recent sales, and the overall market outlook. The farmland market in her region has been relatively stable over the past 2 years, with some pent-up demand for high-quality cropland tracts. Notable recent sales include a 160-acre irrigated tract in Western Stearns County and a large multi-county auction in surrounding counties that saw record-breaking prices. Kalley is unsure if Stearns County will see similar price spikes but notes that lower-quality tracts have remained stable. For more information, listeners can visit Compeer.com and sign up for the Appraisal Department's monthly newsletter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Together with presenting sponsors Compeer Financial, Lexus, and Lindus Construction, News Talk 830 WCCO brings you the 16th annual End Hunger Together Radiothon benefiting Second Harvest Heartland! Second Harvest Heartland's mission is to end hunger together. Second Harvest Heartland is one of the largest food banks in the country and distributes food to over 1,000 hunger-relief partners in 59 counties in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Last year, we provided 145 million meals to the community. This was nearly 17 million more meals than 2023. We are proud of the work Second Harvest Heartland and our partners have done to get food into the community, but with no sign of the need slowing down, we must do more to prevent food insecurity before it starts.

One of the many sponsors who have been chipping in is Compeer Financial and Karen Schieler is one of the many at Compeer working the outreach with this program and works a lot with corporate giving and she talks about some of these partnerships and her time working alongside food banks to help feed families!

Together with presenting sponsors Compeer Financial, Lexus, and Lindus Construction, News Talk 830 WCCO brings you the 16th annual End Hunger Together Radiothon benefiting Second Harvest Heartland! Ft. conversations with Jase Wagner and Victoria Bell!

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on Feb. 5. You'll be blown away by the potential of wind power on your dairy farm. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and EWT expert Brett Pingree discuss the potential of distributed wind, ROI, incentives and grants, challenges and key steps to get started. Special thanks to EWT for sponsoring this episode. About the guest An industry veteran, Brett Pingree has worked in renewable energy for 20 years with the majority of it being in distributed renewables, largely distributed wind. Brett has years of developing commercial and industrial solar PV as well as developing distributed energy storage projects across the US. Brett has lived in Europe and developed, or attempted to develop, projects in nearly all of the Western European countries. But his renewable energy experience started in the Arctic regions of Alaska where he has spent 20 years developing projects that displace diesel fuel for the indigenous communities. Brett re-joined EWT in 2021 as Commercial Director of the North American market after successfully developing C&I solar projects in America for the previous four years. Previous to developing PV solar projects, Brett was Head of Business Development for EWT. Brett began his career in renewables with Northern Power Systems in 2004 and has held various senior roles in Commercial Executive leadership and Business Development at Endurance Windpower, Dynapower, and EWT over the years. Brett holds an Executive Leadership Certificate from the Wallace E. Carroll Graduate School of Management at Boston College (2005) as well as a BS in Environmental Science (1991) from the University of Vermont.  Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Dairy farmers are waiting to witness the impact of revisions to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMO) beginning in June. How can you best prepare your farm for some of the risk that comes with these changes? Leonard Polzin is a dairy economist with the Division of Extension. He’ll be walking us through the what-ifs of 2025 wiuth Stephanie Hoff. But first, he reminds us that the Dairy Margin Coverage enrollment is open now! (Jan. 29-March 31) Foggy start to a Friday morning. Stu Muck says the mild weather we enjoyed Thursday is over for a little while. Today the movie "Green and Gold" opens nationwide. The film about a dairy farmer that bets the farm on the Green Bay Packers, was largely filmed in Wisconsin and specifically, Door County. John Sawyer is just a regular guy in Egg Harbor. He used to milk cows, today he raises beef along with selling real estate. He became a critical partner to the movie's directors and producers by bringing in fields of crops, farming equipment, dairy equipment and livestock from the area to create the 90's era setting for the film. He talks about the experience with Pam Jahnke. Craig T. Nelson stars as "Buck" the dairy farmer at the center of "Green and Gold". He shares with Pam Jahnke his admiration of today's farmers, and how he hopes the movie portrays them. Feb. 1st has been touted as the day that the Trump Administration will begin deploying tariffs. No one knows what or where these tariffs will impact, but agriculture has to be ready. How do you get your mind around that kind of business altering adjustment? Megan Roberts, Principal Quantitative and Economic Analyst at Compeer Financials speaks with Pam Jahnke about an upcoming webinar designed to help farms prepare. Paid for by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Roberts is the Principal Quantitative and Economic Analyst for Compeer Financial. Her background as an agriculture economist has included teaching at the college level, as well as work through extension. Now, she's preparing for a Feb. 19th webinar that will help update producers on the changing terrain of policy in Washington, DC, and how it can impact their operations. Educating clients is a priority for Compeer Financial. As the leading financial services provider for agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin, their financial advisors understand agriculture, the challenges and the opportunities, and work with our clients to ensure their operation is financially viable for years to come. Compeer has assembled a team of experts, from financial advisors to economists, who provide ongoing education, reports or one-on-one advice, to help our clients make the best decisions for their operation. Part of that ongoing education includes a series of webinars. Megan Roberts will be moderating an upcoming Agri-Mindset webinar on Navigating Regulatory and Policy Changes: Webinar Details: Registration: Compeer.com/events Date: February 19 Time: 1:00pm Location: Virtual Live Q&A following speakers Webinar Highlights: A new presidential administration and Congress = a wave of federal policies and politics into Washington, D.C. Macro view of overall food and ag related policy (The Direction’s Group Dave Juday) Deep dive into specific policy issues (Compeer Financial’s Ben Duncanson)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know not all magnesium is created equal and it's important to know where it is sourced. This episode is unique as we will get perspectives from three guests including a dairy herd manager, researcher and sales professional about the importance of magnesium and research to prove it. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza, Dr. Silva del Rio, Sean and Jeff discuss the following topics:  Importance of Magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and recognizing deficiencies How Mg is absorbed How much Mg to feed Difference Mg options Research on Mg Understanding where minerals are sourced Special thanks to GLC Minerals for sponsoring this episode. About the guests: Dr. Noelia. Silva del Rio serves as the Dairy Herd Health Specialist at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Her research interests includes a wide range of topics, such as transition cow and calf health, dairy herd sustainability, and animal welfare.   Sean Mangieri is the Director of Sales at GLC Minerals and works closely with the company's animal nutrition team.    Jeff Evenson is the dairy manager at Woldt Farms in Brillion Wisconsin and has been employed at the farm for 17 years. They milk 1,650 cows and farm 4,000 acres  Resources: Mg research from GLC Minerals Multesium Dr. Goff's field test  Woldt Farm's story  Attend Dairy Strong on Jan. 15-16 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy. This year's event kicks-off with the return of Tailgate on the Tundra at Lambeau, followed by a jammed pack day of breakout sessions, and networking opportunities and concludes with an evening celebrating award winners and DBA's 25th Anniversary! Learn more and register at dairystrong.org. Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on Jan. 15. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza connects with a researcher, GLC Minerals expert and dairy herd manager, to discuss the importance of magnesium in dairy cattle including spotting deficiencies, ration, importance of sourcing high-quality magnesium and more. Special thanks to GLC Minerals for sponsoring this episode. About the guests: Dr. Noelia. Silva del Rio serves as the Dairy Herd Health Specialist at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Her research interests includes a wide range of topics, such as transition cow and calf health, dairy herd sustainability, and animal welfare.   Sean Mangieri is the Director of Sales at GLC Minerals and works closely with the company's animal nutrition team.    Jeff Evenson is the dairy manager at Woldt Farms in Brillion Wisconsin and has been employed at the farm for 17 years. They milk 1,650 cows and farm 4,000 acres  Attend Dairy Strong on Jan. 15-16 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy. This year's event kicks-off with the return of Tailgate on the Tundra at Lambeau, followed by a jammed pack day of breakout sessions, and networking opportunities and concludes with an evening celebrating award winners and DBA's 25th Anniversary! Learn more and register at dairystrong.org. Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

In this episode of the Appraisal Report, overview the work and expertise of Compeer Financial Certified Appraiser, Josh Miller. Josh discusses the unique characteristics of the land in his region, including its high productivity and diversity of crops and livestock. Listen now to learn more about the recent trends in farmland values, the impact of factors like commodity prices and interest rates, as well as the emerging green energy projects and their effect on the farmland market.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stray voltage on the farm could be disrupting your animals’ routine and your bottom line through no fault of your own. Bryanna Handel has first-hand experience at her farm B. Kurt Dairy in Barneveld. She realized there was a problem as soon as her cows started acting out of the ordinary this time last year.Flip on your fog lights! In addition to drizzle, some counties are in a dense fog advisory again today, says Stu Muck. Farmers don’t use PFAS forever chemicals in their operations, but they are feeling the effects. The American Farm Bureau Federation says that the PFAS substances that are found in nonstick cookware and firefighting foam among other things, are polluting the land and water. Unfortunately, a farm could be liable! Also in agribusiness news today, a Burnett County poultry flock is the third this month to contract HPAI. Compeer Financial's Cole Patrick tells us about risk management options, such as crop insurances, as we continue to wait on a Farm Bill. Cole says legislation outside the Farm Bill have been passed this year to ensure up-to-date options for 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report, we like to share the stories of farms that have been around for over 100 years. Nicholas Stanek with Blue River Mill Farm, out of Grant County, shares the story of his farm that started with his grandparents in 1923 after coming to Wisconsin from the Czech Republic. This story is brought to you by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report we like to honor and share the stories of farms that have been in Wisconsin for over 100 years. Leroy Mielke shares the story of the 117-year history of his farm in Shawano County, as well as some memories from his 70 years of living there going from dairy cows to peonies. This story is brought to you by Compeer Financial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special 3-part series, we are bringing you the Tanbark Talk held at World Dairy Expo, where we delved into the complexities of transitioning a farm to the next generation. Part 3: This discussion includes: Detailed Operating and Buy-Sell Agreements Addressing Housing Policies Compensation and Roles in Family Farms Involving Spouses and Significant Others Bringing in Non-Family Members Meet the Panelists: ·   Dennis, Jeni & Alan Oechscner, Oechsner Farms: This seventh-generation dairy farm is currently navigating a 10-year ownership transition plan. The Oechsners will share their firsthand experience managing multi-generational dynamics while embracing modern technologies. ·   Jared Holt, President & CEO, Ascent Financial: Jared brings deep financial expertise to the discussion, offering insights on estate planning, debt management and financial strategies for long-term success. ·   Steve Schwoerer, VP of Dairy Lending, Compeer Financial: With over 31 years in dairy lending, Steve will share his knowledge on financial planning for transitions and how Compeer supports dairy clients through the process. This episode is sponsored by Compeer Financial. Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Their dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs. For more information, contact: Compeer Dairy Industry Experts   Dairy Industry Articles: Gain knowledge from subject matter experts Navigating the Dairy Industry Today: On-Demand Webinar Series Subscribe to Uplevel Dairy Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ6xQHZ0A1vqHKjRkbtJJA Want to get new episodes in your inbox? Subscribe here: https://www.upleveldairy.com/subscribe

In this special 3-part series, we are bringing you the Tanbark Talk held at World Dairy Expo, where we delved into the complexities of transitioning a farm to the next generation. Part 2: This discussion includes: Buying out the senior generation while bringing in the junior generation Tax strategies Business planning Meet the Panelists: ·   Dennis, Jeni & Alan Oechscner, Oechsner Farms: This seventh-generation dairy farm is currently navigating a 10-year ownership transition plan. The Oechsners will share their firsthand experience managing multi-generational dynamics while embracing modern technologies. ·   Jared Holt, President & CEO, Ascent Financial: Jared brings deep financial expertise to the discussion, offering insights on estate planning, debt management and financial strategies for long-term success. ·   Steve Schwoerer, VP of Dairy Lending, Compeer Financial: With over 31 years in dairy lending, Steve will share his knowledge on financial planning for transitions and how Compeer supports dairy clients through the process. This episode is sponsored by Compeer Financial. Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Their dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs. For more information, contact: Compeer Dairy Industry Experts   Dairy Industry Articles: Gain knowledge from subject matter experts Navigating the Dairy Industry Today: On-Demand Webinar Series

In this special 3-part series, we are bringing you the Tanbark Talk held at World Dairy Expo, where we delved into the complexities of transitioning a farm to the next generation. Part 1: This discussion includes: How and why the Oechscners started their 10-year plan to transition their farm to the seventh generation Building a transition team Defining roles in the business Assessing financial feasibility Meet the Panelists: Dennis, Jeni & Alan Oechscner, Oechsner Farms: This seventh-generation dairy farm is currently navigating a 10-year ownership transition plan. The Oechsners will share their firsthand experience managing multi-generational dynamics while embracing modern technologies. Jared Holt, President & CEO, Ascent Financial: Jared brings deep financial expertise to the discussion, offering insights on estate planning, debt management and financial strategies for long-term success. Steve Schwoerer, VP of Dairy Lending, Compeer Financial: With over 31 years in dairy lending, Steve will share his knowledge on financial planning for transitions and how Compeer supports dairy clients through the process. This episode is sponsored by Compeer Financial. Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Their dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs. For more information, contact: Compeer Dairy Industry Experts   Dairy Industry Articles: Gain knowledge from subject matter experts Navigating the Dairy Industry Today: On-Demand Webinar Series Subscribe to Uplevel Dairy Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ6xQHZ0A1vqHKjRkbtJJA Want to get new episodes in your inbox? Subscribe here: https://www.upleveldairy.com/subscribe

Farmland sales continued to slow this year. Compeer Financial director of appraisal Dave Dinderman says there's been about a 20 percent decrease in sales compared to 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.