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While the perfect weather is great for the crops, it's putting pressure on the grain prices. Riley Smith visits with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing.

How do you convince a consumer to buy your product if they never come near it in the grocery store. That was the dilemma facing Lonnie Holthaus of Milkhaus Dairy in Fennimore. Through investigation inspired by his college son, they found out that their herd was producing A2 protein milk. A2 protein milk is a product that lactose intolerant people can enjoy without side effects. Those are the same people that have no reason to go near the dairy showcase, however. Holthaus started developing small batches of cheese using their A2 protein milk, and it was a success. Now Holthaus is distributing product through several major retailers in the Midwest, and continuing to preach the importance of knowing what A2 protein milk can bring to dairy sensitive consumers. Pam Jahnke gets the story from Holthaus. A recent story is drawing new attention to the work of the USDA Beagle Brigade after an Egyptian national kicked one of the dogs in D.C.. This group of highly trained dogs sniffs out contraband before it enters the U.S. agriculture space and threatens producers. Ben Jarboe talks to Carrie Thomas, Associate Deputy Director with USDA APHIS. She explains what the dogs do, how they're trained, and why they're so efficient at what they do.Wisconsin farmers have little to complain about when it comes to their crops so far. Pam Jahnke presents the latest updates from the Wisconsin Ag Statistical Service on field ratings from across the state.John Heinberg, market analyst with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend says that's part of what's driving markets lower. Great crops everywhere! He talks with Pam Jahnke about the anxiety building over international business and overall business slowdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain markets found heavy pressure coming out of the three-day holiday weekend as weather, headline news and more played a role in the selloff to start the week. Where do the markets go from here? Also, a solid day in cattle futures to start the week. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us for a conversation on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. As we roll past a typically pivotal swing point for weather during the U.S. growing season, is the forecast looking threatening at all for corn pollination time and beyond? We get an update on that, the devastating flooding over the weekend in Texas and much more with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also in Segment Four, Susan Littlefield joins us with perspective on Monday's price action with David Ericson from AgOptimus to close out today's show.

Farmers are sharing their voice on state policy and the lack of a national farm bill. Jill Welke visits with Brad Olson, president of the WI Farm Bureau Federation, about a group of young farmers that went to Washington, D.C. to make their points on policy. Another hot, sticky day on the way for Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke gives a rundown on the forecast and also shares crop tips from Anastasia Kurth, UW-Extension Regional Crops and Soils Educator. She says the heat and humidity tax the energy of a plant, at the same time that insect populations are burgeoning. What if dairy could help you keep a slim waistline? Karen Antunes is a PhD candidate in the nutritional science department at UW-Madison. She’s working with the UW Dairy Innovation Hub to figure out if colostrum (the first form of milk produced by cows after calving) can restore gut health after taking antibiotics to reduce obesity later in life. She explains that antibiotics kill bad bacteria -- that's why humans take it when they're sick. But antibiotics also kill good bacteria -- microbes that can be tougher for children and young people to gain back leading to an increased risk for obesity. In mice, colostrum successfully brought back good bacteria, and those mice gained less fat when eating a "Western diet." It's just the beginning, as she explains to Stephanie Hoff. Wisconsin crops aren't improving just because of the heat and rain. Pam Jahnke highlights some of the weekly notes from the state crop progress report. She also notes displeasure from the WI Farmers Union in the lack of funding support for the WI Local Food Purchase Assistance Program. Federal funding for that program will be exhausted by August, and the Joint Finance Committee has opted not to include it in their current state budget. Monday's USDA acreage report showed farmers planting less soybeans and more corn this year. Numbers didn't really surprise the marketplace according to John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend. He joins Pam Jahnke to break it down. Also developing, USDA allowing live cattle and other livestock back into the U.S. The border restrictions were connected with stopping movement of the New World Screwworm. Heinberg says it's going to be closely monitored, but it will be opened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA released it's updated Quarterly Grain Stocks and Prospective Plantings estimates on Monday and provide little fanfare in terms of surprises or changes. Typically a volatility report day, there were minimal changes seen and the markets reacted accordingly with small changes throughout to end the month of June. Where do we go from here? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss on today's show. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We catch up with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions for our weekly weather update, to discuss June weather and what the forecast models hold for the month of July ahead. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.

It's become a staple in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest. Kwik Trip. This family owned and operated convenience story dynasty is catching attention not only in Wisconsin, but on the national scene! Ben Jarboe finds out about the chemistry that makes it work with Ben Leibl from Kwik Trip. The chain has been named USA Today's top gas station brand and best food by a gas station. He says they depend heavily on the farmers as they get all of their products from within 100 miles of their headquarters in La Crosse.Rain is on the way for the next few days in Wisconsin. Some amounts already over an inch. Stu Muck explains who can expect the most precipitation while temperatures finally break. This weather isn't necessarily ideal for Wisconsin strawberry growers. Stephanie Hoff learns that many berry patches are in the home stretch of their harvest season while other growers farther north are just getting into the best of their crop. It's not just about the berries. Roger Basse of Basse's Taste of Country in Colgate hopes his crop will last through the Fourth of July. He says nothing says summer like picking big, sweet, juicy strawberries fresh from the field. Roger is looking forward to a good crop with over 155,000 plants getting ready to ripen. He says he values the visitors that come to his farm and hopes he's helping them make memories. Wall Street is bullish on a Tuesday morning despite global tensions. Oil prices have receded while corn prices continue to fall. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend joins Pam Jahnke. He says the big second crop of corn expected out of Brazil is weighing heavy on the global market. Monday is USDA's Acres Report, and he's concerned that money may stay on the sidelines until those numbers are released.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As tensions in the Middle East continue, we saw crude oil as a major talking point in Monday's trade. Meanwhile, grain and oilseed futures pushed lower as weather continues to seemingly be a non-threatening factor. And we had a mixed day in livestock with cattle pushing a bit lower. We start the show with Shawn Hackett from Hackett Financial Advisors in Segment One, followed by our Weekly Weather Update with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien in Segment Two. Then, John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the market trade action as we start the week.

Comic talk, reviews and Previews! We get a health update from Shane. Pants recounts his trip to 3 Rivers Comicon. Thoughts and reactions to the G.I.Joe Silent Missions oneshots, Young Avengers by Heinberg and Cheung, Gamemasters: The Comic Book History of Roleplaying Games by Fred Van Lente and Tom Fowler, and other titles. And then a bevy of comic coming attractions for August including Hero Squared, the 25th Anniversary of Powers, Absolute Crisis on Infinite Earths, X-Men of Apocalypse, and more! (1:23:21)

Wheat led corn lower on Monday; what led to the selling pressure to start the week? It seems a lack of fresh news led the markets to drift lower to start the week and it's a good reminder that markets don't always have to be bullish. We talk about that, more strength in the livestock trade and get market analysis from John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Also, weather the next two weeks is going to be super important to watch in terms of whether or not widespread drought indicators start to show in parts of the Corn Belt. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss in our Weekly Weather Update. More can be found online at https://www.ag-wx.com.

"Turn it Up" is the theme for the 2025 Wisconsin State FFA Convention. Thousands of members will gather at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. Jill Welke talks to WI State FFA President, Jescey Thompson, about planned convention highlights and the overall mood of the convention. Thompson says he was always raised to believe that "success breeds success", and thinks that's part of the energy members feel when they get together.Some severe weather could be making its way to Wisconsin today. Stu Muck focuses on some of the cells developing that could produce not only rain, but a thunderstorm. Tractor enthusiasts, especially those fond of John Deere, are getting ready to swarm the Washington County Fair Park and Conference Center mid-June. Pam Jahnke finds out about the history of the Classic Green Reunion from Sheila Everhart, executive director of the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. She's helping highlight the educational programs that are scheduled, as well as the unique combination of the county's dairy breakfast being held at the same facilities.Uncertainty that's been created over tariff's is again influencing the markets. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing, joins Pam Jahnke to explain which commodities are feeling the pinch. He also highlights an inaccurate social media post that tanked cattle prices on Monday. The false report claimed screwworm had been located in the U.S. After the U.S. Department of Agriculture called out the inaccuracies, the market started to reset but is still at a discount this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Heinberg, a market advisor with Total Farm Marketing takes a closer look at the tariff discussion that transpired over the weekend. Wall Street is rallying while commodities are focused on weather. He says the weather should be good to start the growing season. Cattle on Feed report came out Friday verifying what most already know. Cattle are scarce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New World Screwworm is making headlines and also making U.S. beef producers very nervous. With budget cuts everywhere in the federal budget, they're worried about what inspection hole might be vulnerable to the pest getting into the U.S. Jill Welke uncovers what we don't know about the pest and how to eradicate it with Sigrid Johannes from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.Hit and miss showers are going to be a part of the rest of the week in Wisconsin. Stu Muck explains that, and the temperature fluctuations we could experience.Weather's been just right for Wisconsin's asparagus crop! That happy news comes from Green Barn Farm Market in Ripon. Charitee Seebecker talks with operator Heather Brandt about the crop and the 10 acres they manage and harvest.Wisconsin farmers are alarmed at what they've read in the "Make America Healthy Again" Commission report. During a Senate hearing last week, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy from Health and Human Services said allegations that the report would cost farmers their way of life were "totally inaccurate".John Heinberg takes a closer look at the tariff discussion that transpired over the weekend. Wall Street is rallying while commodities are focused on weather. Cattle on Feed report came out Friday verifying what most already know. Cattle are scarce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

This weekend the final race of the triple crown unfolds in New York and the Belmont Stakes. Once those trained athletes have raced, and bred, what's next? For some - retirement. Bob Bosold visits with Tom Beatty, a volunteer at a farm called "Old Friends". It's the retirement home for over 300 horses in Georgetown, KY, that may have raced in one place or another, or are just a valuable part of someone's family. Beatty explains how the farm got its start, and who some of their famous stablemates are. Measurable rain is on the way for most of Wisconsin today and tomorrow, slowing down planting progress. Stu Muck explains where it's coming from and where it will be heaviest. Wisconsin is finally in the final leg of preparation to join the national testing campaign tracing H5N1 in dairy. Although the states been testing for the virus since last fall, becoming a part of the national USDA effort has brought challenges. Stephanie Hoff visits with WI Ag Secretary, Randy Romanski and WDATCP Administrator of the Division of Food and Recreational Health, Adam Brock. Wisconsin farmers kept rolling on spring planting chores. Pam Jahnke reports that 73% of the states corn and 66% of the soybeans were in the ground as of Sunday. Plus, about 5% of the first cutting of alfalfa hay has already been harvested. Markets are talking rain delays in the eastern corn belt. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend says the planting progress numbers intrigued traders. Meanwhile, watch cattle. A bubble burst in the market on prices last week, but consumers keep visiting the beef showcase at the retail level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain markets found a little bit of technical support it seemed in Monday's trade while it was a mixed day in the livestock complex. What do we make of the early week action, how important are some of these rains in dry areas of the Plains and Corn Belt? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us for analysis and perspective on today's program. Find more online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We've been talking about it for several months and the question remains, have we checked all the boxes for drought this summer in the Western Corn Belt and into the Plains? Also, more devastating tornadoes/severe weather and billion dollar rains for Nebraska over the weekend. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. Find more online at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also in Segment Four, we welcome Jeff Peterson from Heartland Farm Partners to the show to discuss Monday's grain market action. We talk weather in the U.S. and heavy rains in Argentina, demand that remains solid and more. Find more details online by visiting https://www.hearlandfarmpartners.com.

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

May is Mental Health Month. Ben Jarboe finds out what the Farm Credit System is doing to make resources available for farmers and their families. Christy Seyfert, the President and CEO of the Farm Credit Council in Washington D.C. tells him they recognize the unique struggles that farmers and their families may be facing. Yes, there is a chance of rain in the forecast. Pretty good timing considering all the acres that have already been planted in Wisconsin. Stu Muck shares the outlook. Weather is an important issue everyday in Wisconsin. From what you wear, to where you plant - it's part of the conversation. Now Wisconsinites have access to a newly enhanced network of weather stations that dot the state. Pam Jahnke takes a trip to Arlington to find out about the expansion of the Wisconet with Chris Vagasky, UW Meteorologist that's helping assemble the network. Meanwhile eyes continue to focus on potential cuts to programs and personnel that farms may depend on. Stephanie Hoff gets the perspective of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. NASDA, advocates for state ag agencies in Washington D.C. One of the things it's pushing for in Congress is for states to get more support to tackle animal disease outbreaks and carry out prevention measures. A primary example is testing milk for highly pathogenic avian influenza, says Becky Garrison Warfel, director of public policy for NASDA. Markets have cooled since the announcement that China and U.S. were relaxing tariffs. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend talks with Pam Jahnke about where traders' attention is focused today. Monday gave us the first glimpse of what farmers will be planting in the World Ag Supply Demand Estimates (WASDE). Heinberg says that was the real driver on where corn and beans went Monday, and where cattle could be going this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Heinberg, Total Farm Marketing, discusses why soybeans powered back Tuesday, while corn continues to struggle. And is wheat trying to bottom? Cattle ease off all-time highs but don't break with strong cash and June hogs fail at $100.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did the May WASDE report have to offer for the grain trade on Monday? Apparently for starters, lower than expected corn and soybean ending stocks. Plus, how much impact did the US/China tariff news have on the markets to start the week? John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to break it all down in our Monday conversation. Find more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. There is plenty to touch on this week in terms of weather as it is warm and windy to start the week throughout the plains and western Corn Belt. More rain is being seen across the Southeast into the eastern Midwest and is there seriously snow potential for parts of the Northern Plains showing up in new model runs? Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss on our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also, we close out the show and hear comments on Monday's trade action as Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield joins us to share a conversation with Sam Hudson from Cornbelt Marketing on today's program.

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

At McFarland High School, students are getting a hands-on education that goes far beyond the classroom—transforming local trees into high-quality lumber for their woodworking projects. Under the leadership of Steve Pennekamp, Technology and Engineering Teacher, the school’s unique milling program allows students to experience the full process from log to finished product, gaining valuable skills along the way. Charitee Seebecker visits the class for a first hand perspective. Warm and dry. That describes Wisconsin weather this week. Stu Muck tells about the weather system surrounding us. The renewable fuels industry is pleased that there's been approval of E15 use during the summer, but is advocating for approval on year round use of the alternative fuel. Ben Jarboe gets an update from Paul Winter, director of public affairs for the Clean Fuels Alliance. He says that even petroleum industry leaders have agreed that E15 and biodiesel are two priorities that need federal support to keep growing. Foremost Farms USA has announced that Brenda Dehart is their new President and CEO. The dairy cooperative headquartered in Middleton, welcomed Dehart who's been with the dairy since 2024. Pam Jahnke shares her pedigree. The South American corn crop is growing and that's put pressure on our old crop corn prices. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend says that's just one of the items traders are watching. Meanwhile cattle prices remain exceptionally strong and consumer buying is continuing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain markets, lacking much of a fresh story, drifted their way lower to start the week on Monday. Could talk of a bigger South American crop, early positioning ahead of the May WASDE, fund action and weather be a downward driver on these markets this week? John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the grain and livestock trade to start the week. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Also, we continue to see a lot of strength in the cattle market, mainly with cash driving the bus as we get into the month of May. Meantime, the grain trade started the week lower amid no fresh news and a wide open planting window ahead for many areas. Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek joins us to discuss. Find more at https://www.kkvtrading.com. Fieldwork has definitely picked up the last few weeks, the question is will it be even more wide open this week? Also, what does the impact of potential cuts have when it comes to forecasting tools that folks like Eric Snodgrass use to forecast our weather? We discuss all that and more with him on our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.

Songbirds are in danger because of a threat you may not think of. Windows. Ben Jarboe visits with Lisa Gaumnitz from Save Our Songbirds. She says that every year approximately 3.5 billion birds die from running into windows. SOS is trying to raise awareness about the issue and educate consumers on what they can do to help. Severe weather cascaded across Wisconsin last night. Stu Muck says that things start improving today. Wisconsin farms may be unaware that labor trafficking in agriculture could be happening right in front of them. Stephanie Hoff gets familiar with this issue from Mariana Rodriguez, Director of UMOS Latina Resource Center in Milwaukee. She gives advice on what farms should be looking for when hiring contract labor to avoid legal implications. She starts us off by explaining what labor trafficking is: recruitment, harboring, and transporting of workers and using force, fraud, or coercion for labor services. Wisconsin farmers already have 6% of their soybeans in the ground, 4% of the corn is planted and 41% of the state's spuds are already in the ground. Although tillage is running behind at 26% complete, the winter wheat has improved by 6% points to 58% good to excellent. Pam Jahnke shares the stats. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend joins Pam Jahnke. Tariffs are still looming in the marketplace. Heinberg says consumer confidence is still supporting beef as the grilling season unfolds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Heinberg, Total Farm Marketing, says corn and soybeans see pressure from planting progress, first notice day positioning. Wheat tries to bounce. Cattle make new highs, while hogs see profit taking end of month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soybeans and corn had a fairly mixed session, working off the lows from the morning trade while wheat was under pressure. Cattle also had a solid start to the week. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss the start of the trading week. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We see a potential severe weather outbreak to start the week in the Midwest along with more active weather this past weekend and for the rest of the week ahead. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss as we start the week on Monday. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.

Stocks, energies and the U.S. dollar were all under heavy pressure on Monday which ended up weighing on grain and livestock trade. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us today to run through the trade action and share some market perspective coming off a holiday weekend. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We saw a fairly active weekend of weather for the Easter holiday and it sounds like more is in store for the central U.S. this week. Eric Snodgrass joins us to discuss the weather outlook for the rest of April, potential drought risk this summer and more. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.

Senator Patrick Testin has taken the reins of the Wisconsin Senate Committee for Agriculture and Revenue. Although not from a farming background, Testin says he's always had a healthy appreciation for Wisconsin agriculture and rural life, and already has some priorities he wants addressed. He tells Pam Jahnke about his path to the position, and how he's already focused attention on seed potato production in the state and continuing a grazing pilot program that helps new farmers investigate that option. Wind continues to be the dominant element of Wisconsin weather today according to Stu Muck.More policy is being developed at the state capitol focused on rural Wisconsin. Stephanie Hoff catches up with Rep. Travis Tranel, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Agriculture. One item that's been getting a lot of attention is locating solar arrays on valuable farmland. Tranel says he's working to find some policy guidelines that will work to protect that farmland. Wisconsin's DNR is soliciting applications for their Wolf Advisory Committee. Pam Jahnke reports that the DNR is specifically filling spots from 5 different stakeholder groups, and expects members to attend all meetings, come prepared and be willing to collaborate. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing out of West Bend, joins Pam Jahnke. The U.S. corn market has remained resilient to all the global discussion of tariffs. Heinberg says China focusing all its buying power on places outside of the U.S. has actually driven other global buyers TO the U.S. market. He also notes that you can't ignore the progress that's been made on soybean harvest in South America and that the market is screaming "do not plant beans".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We saw good strength to start the week in cattle futures which also spilled over to lean hogs on Monday. Meanwhile, new crop soybeans were a little higher with old crop soybeans and corn slightly lower. Wheat found moderate pressure on the day as well. John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss Monday's trade. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us once again for our Weekly Weather Update as we discuss a more active weather pattern ahead of this holiday week. PLUS, what is the frost risk potential that still remains for the Midwest as we work into the heart of spring planting? Find more online at https://www.ag-wx.com.

Wisconsin's livestock market has been topsy turvy with incredible prices for any beef cattle. Curt Larson, President and CEO of the Equity Cooperative Livestock Sales Association, talks to Jill Welke about the marketing cycle they've witnessed at sale barns. He also projects what he's anticipating for livestock movement and prices going forward in 2025. Sunshine returns to the forecast today, according to Stu Muck. With high egg prices and limited supplies, many people have decided to try and grow their own. That's a great option, but you need to be aware of some of the regulations and laws that are in place to protect other farms and flocks. Stephanie Hoff talks to someone who's lived through a flock depopulation. Scott Schneider is an egg producer out of Lake Mills and he sits on the board of directors for the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium. He knows firsthand how HPAI can damage a commercial flock. He dealt with it in 2015 when his flock was wiped out. This should motivate livestock owners to register and/or renew their premise ID through the Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium. For one, it's the law. Second, it's to protect livestock owners from disease outbreaks. The first crop progress report of the season was released on Monday. While there's not much to report for Wisconsin farmers, there's ample concern about weather patterns elsewhere. Matthew Bennett, co-founder of AgMarketing.net, says there's a 60% chance that drought could impact national production averages. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing, joins Pam Jahnke to discuss the latest trends in tariffs and the impact it's having on the marketplace. The U.S. remains the place international buyers are going for corn, while South America's harvest continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain markets did their best to stabilize on Monday with some green in old crop corn, soybeans and wheat trade was a bit higher across the board. Obviously tariffs and headline risk continues to bring volatility to the stock market and more. We discuss the market picture to start the week in a conversation with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We've seen large amounts of rain fall from Arkansas up through the Ohio River valley, causing widespread and devastating flooding. Not to mention, a ton of severe weather as well in recent days. We recap all of that, discuss frost/freeze potential for early this week and look at a new long term weather outlook with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also, we start the show discussing the potential of increased soybean aphid pressure in the Midwest this year and talk about ways to minimize that pressure. Ron Geis, Market Development Specialist, Corteva Agriscience, joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.corteva.us/ridgeback.

The March 31st Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks reports came out from USDA on Monday and left us with one main theme: corn is apparently king for 2025 (at least as of now). We discuss the numbers and a fairly quiet market reaction overall in our USDA Roundtable with John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing and Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth of Van Ahn & Company on today's show. Find more for John online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com and for Kristi by visiting https://www.vanahnco.com. As we flip the calendar to April and gear up for more spring fieldwork activity, some areas of the U.S. are set to get more precipitation in the form of rain or even snow this week. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to share details on the weather setup for this week and more. Find more online as well at https://www.ag-wx.com.

A Wisconsin beef producer has been named secretary/treasurer of the Cattlemen's Beef Board. Terry Quam from Marda Angus in Lodi was named to the position in January. Bob Bosold visits with Quam about the direction of the industry, challenges identified by CBB, and how they're working to invest checkoff dollars wisely to get answers. Today will be fine weatherwise, but Wednesday gets interesting. Stu Muck is reminding rainfall reporters that they're "on deck" for precipitation updates starting tonight. Mud is one reason why people with livestock might still be keeping animals indoors. Diet is another. Stephanie Hoff finds out about some of the items all animal owners, especially horse owners, need to think through before they open the pasture gate from equine veterinarian, Dr. Howard Ketover. Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the US Meat Export Federation, says that China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) has not recertified U.S. pork and beef processors for shipment into China. That's a big deal - just as big he says - as tariffs. Market eyes are focused on the wheat market according to John Heinberg, from Total Farm Marketing in West Bend. Dry weather's threatening the crops in the central plains. Plus a beef plant in South Dakota closed yesterday because of poor margins. Heinberg says that may be a storyline to follow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wheat, cattle and hogs enjoyed the green for St. Patrick's Day on Monday as we saw solid strength in those markets to start the week. Corn and soybeans meanwhile were mostly mixed around unchanged, seemingly lacking direction on the day. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us to take a look at the early week market action on Monday. More online at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We recap the severe weather outbreak this past weekend and look ahead to what could be another active weather week ahead with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update. Plus, we get an update on South American weather and a look at the latest weather in the Black Sea region as well. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com.

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

The freeze on federal funding is hitting a group just as they enter their busiest season. FairShare CSA coalition recently was informed that their grant meant to promote and expand CSA programs—has been canceled. Tess Romanski, FairShare CSA Communications & Development Manager says With the funding loss and uncertainty around conservation programs, it’s a tough time for farmers. But she emphasizes that now is the perfect time to support your local farmers. If you’re looking for fresh, local food and a way to directly support agriculture, joining a CSA could be a great option. Whether you're excited to try new seasonal produce or prefer customizing your weekly box, there’s likely a CSA that fits your needs. Charitee Seebecker checks in on funding progress. Wonderful weather on Monday jumpstarted Wisconsinites outdoor activities yesterday. Will it hold? Stu Muck says we'll see sun again today, but not quite as warm. Today the Governor's Tourism Conference draws to a close in LaCrosse. Wisconsin's agricultural tourism is on display and up for some recognition during the event. Sheila Everhart, executive director of Wisconsin's Agricultural Tourism Association explains the value that Wisconsin sees through ag tourism, and also explains the background of the 4 nominees they've advanced for state honors. Tomorrow thousands of dairy producers and agribusinesses will be together for the Professional Dairy Producers annual business conference. Shelly Mayer, executive director, says they've invited some dairy producers from the European Union to share their insights and current experiences .Commodities are holding firm for now in Chicago. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend says it's part of unraveling tariffs that are on, and tariffs that are paused.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We started the week with heavy pressure in soybean oil which bled into soybeans while wheat was strong and we had mixed action in corn and livestock markets. Stocks were down hard to start the week as well. We discuss continued market volatility with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. After a busy weather week last week, things are much warmer and have many farmers thinking spring and planting season to start this week. But, we could see another volatile weather weekend coming up. We discuss it all in our Weekly Weather Update with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions. Learn more at https://www.ag-wx.com.

With a major winter storm approaching the state, it's important to know why those systems now play a role in spring weather later. Pam Jahnke talks with Eric Snodgrass, Principal Atmospheric Scientist for Conduit. Snodgrass admits he's a "nerd" for weather, and has been his whole life. He explains to Jahnke why the fires in California and the snow in Florida signal a need to push "reset" with some big storms in the Midwest if we'd like to see a normal spring. Wisconsin will see some measurable snow arriving by some time on Wednesday. Stu Muck breaks down its advance. School districts may have good intentions when it comes to serving locally sourced foods, but finding it is another issue. Stephanie Hoff talks to a farmer from Oconto county who's been appointed to the Dept. of Public Instructions Farm-to-School board. David Lee Schneider is a diversified farmer from Oconto who says Wisconsin got a federal grant to build a database of farms and schools to help connect these two entities. Now it's ready to use! He explains how the program works. Pam Jahnke recognizes three young people that were presented scholarships from the WI Pork Association. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, says the market's watching the new round of tariff threats. The president's advancing a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum that's got agriculture wondering how it will be impacted. Meanwhile winter wheat is getting some support because of dry winter weather in the plains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We saw a fairly quiet day overall on Monday with some strength in corn and weakness in soy and wheat. Cattle futures had a solid rebound after a rough week last week and outside markets, including gold, continued to find some good money flow. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us for analysis and perspective on today's show. Find more online by visiting https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. It sounds like it could be a messy week of weather for many in the U.S. Midwest and Plains this week. Snow, ice, rain and more could be on tap with bitter cold hanging on in the Northern Plains. Eric Snodgrass with Conduit joins us to run through the weather outlook for the U.S. and South America in the week ahead. More at https://www.ag-wx.com.

The movie Green and Gold opened nationwide on Friday. It's the story of a Wisconsin dairy farmers struggling to hang on to the farm, when he's offered a chance to bet it all on the Green Bay Packers winning a championship. He takes the bet. Pam Jahnke visits with one of the Upper Michigan brothers that produced and directed the film. Davin Lindwall tells Pam about their commitment to shooting the film in Wisconsin, and how community members turned out to make it a success. Craig Culver, who helped to financially support the movie, said the story resonated with him since he and his father were struggling at the same time in launching their restaurant. Craig T. Nelson says the project was a labor of love and appreciation for farming - and that it's actually a part of his heritage. Icy weather on the way for Wisconsin starting Wednesday. That's the word from Stu Muck.The lack of snow, and milder weather Wisconsin's been experiencing - wildlife has had it pretty easy. Ben Jarboe finds out about the upland bird population hunters look for, and how they're doing with DNR game bird ecologist, Taylor Finger.Brooke Rollins was confirmed by the Senate Agriculture Committee to continue the approval process toward being USDA's next Secretary. She made comment during her review that the president is aware of the potential impact tariffs could have on farmers and agribusiness. Rollins said that they've already discussed previous programs, like market facilitation payments, to help defer the injury caused. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, breaks down the latest reaction to the tariff announcements and the new measures that might go into effect against the European Union.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From 2010 Today Allan Heinberg is back to talk about avengrs the childrens crusade. The 9 part bi-monthly series begins this week, and re-unites the young avengers creative team of Heinberg and artist Jim Cheung.  The story is a self contained event the crosses the Avengers and -X-men worlds, as Young Avenger Wiccan searches for the women he believes is his mother , Wanda the Scarlet Witch . The longtime Avenger's mind seemed to shatter as she killed Avenger teamates and Mutants in the mid 2000 events Avengers Disassembled and House Of M .Allan talks about writing a story that will stand the test of time, while  trying not to conflict with the current monthto month continuity.We also discuss his 4 years of work on the popular tv series Grey's Anatomy comming to a close and the similarities and differences of the TV writers room, compared to the Marvel creative summits .

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

Finding volunteers has become like finding a needle in a haystack for many groups. Ian Hill knows all about it. Community events are something we hold near and dear in rural Wisconsin. Whether it's your town’s summer festival, a dairy breakfast, or a county fair. Those events can’t happen without people willing to give up their time, money, and energy to volunteer, but how do you recruit those people? This morning we’re talking to Ian Hill. He is the CEO of The Changing Point. He works with 500 fair boards across the country, including here in Wisconsin to help them build their volunteer team. Stephanie Hoff gets some details.Warmer weather's building over Wisconsin. That's the forecast with Stu Muck. Today, it's all about making sure that producers are on the same page with carbon marketers as far as jargon. Both agriculture and the carbon market world use a lot of unique phrases. Understanding what those phrases mean and how they can influence an agreement are critical for today's farmers looking at the financial opportunity the carbon market may present. Pam Jahnke talks to Cassandra Strupp, program manager for Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin about the program, and how the carbon market opportunities are advancing. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend joins Pam Jahnke. Have you seen the price of a steak lately? Heinberg says the latest cattle numbers available, and the fact that the U.S. is not allowing Mexican cattle to cross the border (screw worm) is compounding the issue. He also says it will take time for the much-talked-about egg market to rebound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain and oilseed markets were broadly lower on Monday while cattle futures set more new highs before backing off some to end the day. We discuss the recent rallies, managing your risk at these levels and get general market perspective to start the week with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Things have been dry in many areas of the Plains and Midwest for several months now. Is there any meaningful pattern change ahead that could help us break drought concerns ahead of 2025 spring planting? What is the latest on South American weather and soybean harvest in Brazil? Eric Snodgrass with Conduit joins us for our Weekly Weather Update to share details. Find more online by visiting https://www.ag-wx.com. Also, in Segment Four, we discuss navigating your input costs in 2025 and what to watch out for when thinking about cutting certain inputs. Ryan Hunt, technical service manager in North Dakota for FMC, joins us for a conversation.

Simple things can play big roles in keeping livestock comfortable and healthy. Dairy farmers are constantly looking for ways to improve cow comfort, cleanliness, and overall farm efficiency. Charitee Seebecker talks withRenee Schrift, Global Director of Sales for Agricultural Systems at McLanahan Corporation, and shares valuable insights on how sand bedding plays a critical role in achieving these goals. From choosing the right sand to ingmaximiz the benefits of reclamation, Schrift explains how farmers can enhance their operations while keeping cows happy and healthy.Schools remain closed in light of the subzero weather Wisconsin's dealing with. Stu Muck holds out hope that the temperatures will moderate beginning Wednesday. Monday marked the end of another tenure of service for USDA Ag Secretary, Tom Vilsack. At 74, he makes comments about how he hopes he's influenced the agency and its impression in the community. Rod Bain with USDA chats with the secretary. Markets are robust on a post-inauguration Tuesday. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend joins Pam Jahnke to explain what areas of optimism are spilling over into trading.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Again this year, Wisconsin's missing out on snow. Weather forecasters are paying attention, but so are winter tourism locations. Pam Jahnke visits with Natalie Chin and Austin Holland, two researchers from UW-Stevens Point, that have been interviewing ski lift operators in the state about how their business models and practices have changed with the lack of snow. Wisconsin's getting a little snow this morning, but still expecting temperatures in the 40's by the end of the week. Stu Muck gives us weather expectations. Not much green to see in the state at this time of the year, so beekeepers are working overtime to keep their hives healthy. Ben Jarboe visits with a Wisconsin native that's now working at USDA forging ahead bee research. Meet Dr. Liz Walsh. Friday's World Ag Supply Demand report surprised the market with cuts to domestic corn and soybean production while leaving South American expectations unchanged. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing, joins Pam Jahnke to explain where the market's likely to go from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing joins Mark Magnuson in today's midday market podcast.

Grain markets continued to rally on Monday as it appeared more spillover support from the USDA reports from Friday was at play. Soybeans in particular found some impressive strength and have rallied over 40 cents in the last two sessions. Is this a gift that won't last in for producers? Should you be rewarding this rally? John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing stops by to share price perspective and thoughts on the grain market moves post report and a look at the livestock sector as well. Find more online by visiting their website at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Weather issues in the U.S. and South America are top of mind as we start a new week. We have the devastating wildfires in California, more arctic cold potential in the U.S. along with continuing drought concerns into spring and more developing concern in Argentina and southern Brazil. Eric Snodgrass with Conduit joins us for our Weekly Weather Update. Find more online by visiting https://www.ag-wx.com.

Pam Jahnke reflects on the past four years with Wisconsin's Farm Service Agency Director Gene Schreifer. COVID forced USDA agencies to adapt quickly to meet the needs of farmers. Snow is falling in southern Wisconsin, but it won't stick around, says ag meteorologist Stu Muck. There won't be snow cover for fields when the colder-than-average temperatures come this week. Watching the ball drop at New York Times Square is a popular tradition. In Plymouth, Wisconsin, they drop a wedge of award-winning cheese! The Steffes Group is ready for 2025 with a list of upcoming equipment auctions. Big investments are supporting research to keep honeybees healthy and productive. Ben Jarboe has the story. Port labor contract disputes are already disrupting red meat exports, says U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom. Market advisor John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing says after the closing bell today, markets won't open again until 8:30 a.m. on Thursday. Corn and soybeans have seen support during the holiday stretch. Cattle remain a valuable asset in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, internships are almost a requirement for most students aiming for a job right out of college. Dr. Tera Montgomery, director of the school of agriculture on the UW-Platteville campus, says that applying for internships is happening earlier and earlier in the school year. She says there's also more opportunity with remote work internships that can actually trail into the school year, and may turn into a full-time job. Charitee Seebecker gets the details. Snow is on the way. That's the forecast from Stu Muck. Angie Edge with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin puts a holiday spin on the cheeses you're looking for during this entertainment season. Charitee Seebecker finds out about the varieties that Wisconsin's highlighting this year. Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Tall Christmas trees might still be difficult to find this year. Greg Hann from the WI Christmas Tree Growers Association says they harvested every available tree during the pandemic surge in demand, now tall trees are in shorter supply. Hann, who also runs Hanns Christmas Tree Farm in Oregon, WI, also says supplies of all trees look good this year. John Heinberg, broker manager with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, joins Pam Jahnke to talk holiday cycles. Traders exited their livestock positions in a big way Monday, and corn export momentum is shifting too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural citizens can't take for granted "meals on wheels". Funding levels are low and volunteers tough to find in rural Wisconsin. So says Ronda James, the nutrition program director at the Aging and Disability Resource Center in Central Wisconsin. They serve Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, and Wood counties with the Meals on Wheels program. Just last year, their small team and 350+ volunteers delivered 145,000 meals to more than 1,300 residents. Unfortunately, James says their costs have gone up about 30 percent as the demand for the program also grows. Weather is changing says Stu Muck, ag meteorologist. Pam Jahnke and Stu also discuss how consumers can find out exactly where their milk originated with a simple code on the container.Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group says they're as busy as they'll ever be in a calendar year, right now! He highlights an equipment auction happening today in the Lake Geneva area. Paid for by the Steffes Group. Over 200 delegates at the WI Farm Bureau Federations 105th annual business meeting tackled more than 30 agenda items according to Jason Mungniani, executive director of government relations for WFBF. Brad Olson from Polk County was re-elected president with Joe Braegger of Independence re-elected vice president. Coffee prices are catching attention this morning after blowing past highs not seen since the Carter Administration. That's the word from John Heinberg, market analyst with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend. He also previews areas to watch in this afternoon's World Ag Supply report (WASDE) from USDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.