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A 15 year old from Trempealeau County is on her way to Portugal thanks to her dog. Addison Connolly from Galesville and her 6 year old border collie, Cooper, have qualified as a part of Team USA for the Junior Open Agility World Championship. She's worked her dog up from hand signals to just verbal commands. Cooper responds to 7 different commands just to manage through the jump obstacle alone. Charitee Seebecker hears the details.Hot. That's the outlook for Wisconsin today with the possibility of some heavy weather coming in tonight. Stu Muck details the forecast.Some Oliver farm equipment got some record prices last week with the Steffes Auction group. Ashley Huhn tells Pam Jahnke what seemed to attract the big group of online bidders. Paid for by Steffes Group.There's 16 different June dairy celebrations happening on Saturday alone across the state. One family in Cambridge will host the Dane County Dairy Breakfast for the second time. Pam Jahnke talks to Tina Hinchley about their operation that features robotic milking. Hinchley is passionate about educating the public about all facets of dairy life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As weather warms, insects make their way to Wisconsin. Charitee Seebecker talks with the man keeping his focus on their migration. P.J. Leisch, UW-Extension Entomologist says that with the extra moisture we've seen, insect levels will likely pick up.Wet weather and smoke are back in the forecast today according to Stu Muck.Now is the time to start thinking through a partial sale or auction for some farms. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that their bookings are already ticking up, and that giving yourself time is a key to success. Paid for by the Steffes Group.Manure spills can happen at any time in Wisconsin, and the state's DNR is always monitoring. A recent spill in Monroe County has the DNR gathering data on fish kill and volume spilled. Ben Jarboe talks with Nathan Nye, fish biologist with the DNR.Does your lawn have you scratching your head? Bewildered about why it won't catch? Doug Soldat, UW-Extension Turf Specialist struggles with it on his personal lawn. Seed and water are two key ingredients to success. He visits with Charitee Seebecker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So far 19 agriculture education programs in Wisconsin are planning for teacher changes next school year. That's the word from Sally Ladsten, Education Counselor with the Department of Public Instruction. She oversees agriculture, food and natural resource programs and acts as the Wisconsin State FFA Advisor. She calls this time of year "crazy" in a conversation with Pam Jahnke. Last year, Wisconsin experienced 60 teacher turnovers. Some stay in the state, the profession, and others leave. Ladsten says they're always scrambling to try and find available teachers to fill the slots of growing programs. Rainfall reporters will be busy again today according to Stu Muck. Light rain is likely to sweep across the state.Land sales remain firm according to Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group. In this installment of his conversation with Pam Jahnke, he focuses on the differences bidders experience when they show interest in land. Paid for by Steffes Group.The state's farmers are starting to see planting in the rear view mirror. Over 80% of the corn and soybeans have been planted. Pam Jahnke recaps the planting progress report. Kurt Lahr with CHS says the state is in a pretty good spot overall. While things are going calmly forward now, there's concerns on the horizon about climate change. A new survey released by UW-Madison points out that farmers recognize climate change, and are adjusting some of their practices because of it.Changes are being discussed on funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Stephanie Hoff talks to a Rudolph area farmer who has felt the positive impact of SNAP dollars on the clients he serves at the Dane County Farmers Market and elsewhere. Carl Flaig of Flaig Family Farm in Rudolph features an aquaponics system and cattle ranch that brings fresh produce, fish filets, and beef year-round to Wisconsin consumers, restaurants, and retailers. He says it's a major asset that SNAP recipients can purchase food from farmers' market vendors. Carl was recently in Washington D.C. with Wisconsin Farmers Union asking lawmakers to support a strong Supplemental Nutrition Assistance ProgramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top headlines in agriculture, and Max Steffes of Steffes Group visits the studio for another installment of Auction Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We can expect a Make America Healthy Again report to come out later this week focused on tackling chronic disease, and it’s got the ears of the agriculture industry. This morning, we’re catching up with Sigrid Johannes. She’s the senior director of government affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Sigrid says she’s got her eyes on a few moving parts. For example – new products in the marketplace like lab-grown meat and new developments in nutrition guidelines. We start with NCBA’s stance on the "Make America Healthy Again" movement as we await the details on the upcoming MAHA Commission report. More rain on the way today before turning warmer and dry for the weekend. That's the outlook from Stu Muck.Farm equipment and real estate continue to hold firm pricewise. That's according to Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group. He counts down some of the top sales from April to Pam Jahnke. Paid for by Steffes Group.Knowing where your money is being spent is important to everyone and that includes today's beef producers. Pam Jahnke travels to Marda Angus in Lodi to visit with Terry Quam, secretary/treasurer of the Cattlemen's Beef Board. The Cattlemen's Beef Board oversees the spending of farmer checkoff dollars. Quam says while the beef industry's enjoying success today, he remembers when it wasn't that bright. Quam explains how beef checkoff dollars are invested in many different avenues to keep producers, processors, consumers and world partners happy with the product. Paid for by Equity Cooperative Livestock on behalf of the WI Beef Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin’s Environmental Mesonet, Wisconet for short, is a statewide network of weather and soil monitoring stations launched in 2023 by the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Researchers use the network to fill weather data gaps and develop new web-based tools for the public. Chris Vagasky, Wisconet manager in the UW–Madison Department of Plant and Agroecosystems Sciences, shows Pam Jahnke around one of the weather station sites in Arlington. Data on the new Wisconet website is also coming directly from weather station readings rather than the modeled or predicted values seen in standard phone apps. The site provides dozens of maps, and its dashboards help visitors make decisions about outdoor or agricultural activities. Storms could be brewing this afternoon in Wisconsin, and more heat's on the way! Stu Muck breaks down when the rain arrives. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group catches up with Pam Jahnke to discuss planning in advance for a potential auction. Paid for by the Steffes Group. Stephanie Hoff introduces us to "Alice" candidate Sarah Hagenow as well as Lyndon Station native, Olivia Lulich.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin Senator Pat Testin from the 24th District was getting his hands dirty when he chatted with Pam Jahnke. As chair of the Senate Agriculture and Revenue Committee, Testin is focused on staying connected to the people that policy impacts. He says one of the major areas that he's focused on is funding for the Agriculture Road Improvement Program(ARIP). Testin says while the governor has been short on funds proposed, the consensus from people he's heard from are that the program needs to be fully funded. Another beautiful day on the way but use caution putting sensitive plants out too early. That's the advice from Stu Muck.Regrouping! The Steffes Group is taking the time farmers are spending in the fields planting to regroup at the office. Last call for auctions or items before the next catalog is published. Pam Jahnke visits with Ashley Huhn. Paid for by Steffes Group.State regulations miles away could ultimately impact the price you pay for groceries. Stephanie Hoff's in Washington, D.C. speaking with Grill from the National Pork Producers Council about the work they're doing to close loopholes that create a patchwork of laws that food processors are supposed to follow. Matt Grill is the Senior Director of Congressional Relations for NPPC and says it all started with Prop 12 in California, and Question 3 in Massachusetts. Paid for by WI Soybean Association.Gov. Tony Evers has reappointed Cindy Brown from Chippewa Valley Bean to the WI Dept. of Ag., Trade and Consumer Protection Board. He also named Andy Hatch from Uplands Cheese in Dodgeville as a new appointee to the board. Pam Jahnke shares their biographies. Foremost Farms USA has also selected Brenda Dehart as their next President and CEO.Warmer weather has many people exercising their green thumb these days, but when it comes to sourcing your seedlings and plants - think local! Charitee Seebecker takes a visit to the busy Sauk Prairie FFA Horticulture Learning Center. Troy Talford, ag instructor in Sauk Prairie, says the greenhouse is a major fundraiser for the chapter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2010 a new tool was created to help dairy operators take care of their cattle. It was called the Dairyland Initiative. Today, a group of researchers housed on the UW-Madison campus, within the School of Veterinary Medicine, continue to create programs, tools, and apps that help today's dairy producers take care of their cattle, create blueprints for facilities, and manage through challenges. Pam Jahnke talks with Outreach Specialist, Courtney Halbach, about some mid-May seminars that will put new emphasis on humanely managing dairy animals through summer heat. Winds die down a little for today. That's the word from Stu Muck. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group highlights some of the top purchases made in March by buyers on their website. Big emphasis on transportation pieces. Paid for by Steffes Auction. Good ideas can inspire people to take a risk, and start something new. If that something new happens to be in agriculture - be ready. Anna Thomas is a farm finance specialist with the Food Finance Institute. She says there's two things people need to focus on when starting a new enterprise, and budgeting's a big one. The latest crop progress report from USDA shows just under 10 percent of soybeans are planted across the state. Badger Crop Doc Damon Smith is hoping to plant soybeans this week at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station. He tells Stephanie Hoff that while it is early in the season, there's a particular disease growers should already be getting ready to monitor. White mold is problematic in Wisconsin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors annual convention in Middleton, two industry leaders were inducted into the 2025 Meat Industry Hall of Fame: Fritz Usinger of Fred Usinger, Inc., a 144-year-old family meat business in Milwaukee, and Dan Sutherland of Johnsonville, who has held various roles since 1982. Sutherland, a third-generation member of the Milwaukee Stockyards, shared insights into his start in the industry and how meat companies navigate seasonal consumption trends. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck says despite some more mild and above normal temps ahead, rain is still in the forecast. Dairy farmers take cow comfort to the next level because they know that if they take care of the cows, the cows take care of them. Today, we’re exploring one of the many ways dairy farmers prioritize animal welfare. Nick Knaapen is a sales manager for Bioret Agri. He joins Stephanie Hoff and says on many farms, the cows sleep more comfortably than their farmers do thanks to animal welfare technology. Nick essentially sells waterbeds for dairy cattle. Ashley Huhn from Stephas Group provided an update, noting that while some farmers are anxiously tilling to dry out fields, aggressive markets are currently in Canada. Due to weather delays, Canada is seeing more equipment auctions than regions like Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, where farmers are preparing to hit the fields. Paid for by Steffes Group. Pam Jahnke has a conversation with Brian Luck, a biological systems engineer with UW-Madison Extension, about changes to the custom operator survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Midwest Horse Fair returns to the Alliant Energy Center in Madison this weekend. Ben Jarboe visits with show manager, Terri Giannati, about how engagement looks this year. The event is the biggest gathering of equine enthusiasts in the nation, and focuses on education instead of the "show" element. Rain is rolling back to Wisconsin. Stu Muck says it's not going to be a lot, but it will diminish the sun. Pam Jahnke visits with Randy Cath from the Steffes Group at the WPS Farm Show. April auctions are stacking up and Cath explains the conversations he's having with auction partners. He says that there's all kinds of dynamics at play when an auction's being pulled together. Paid for by Steffes Group. Emily Sydow, Wisconsin's new Honey Queen, says she's learning that beekeepers lost a large number of bees over the winter. She says she's hoping to draw attention to the issue at the state capitol and within state agencies that could help. The 68th annual WI Beef Improvement Association's Bull Sale was a record breaker last weekend. Stephanie Hoff gets the digit details from Alan Arndt, president of the WBIA. 68 bulls came from WI, IA, IL, MN and Montana!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drones have become a valuable part of production agriculture and agribusiness. Bob Bosold visits with Jeremy Williams from American Drone. He's headquartered in Wausau and says they're using the technology in many different ways from evaluating nutrient levels in crops to monitoring insect pressures. Wild winds will make getting around Wisconsin difficult today. Stu Muck describes the blustery conditions we'll face. Ashley Huhn says that there's still plenty of sales to complete before spring planting hits full stride. Paid for by Steffes Group. The first day of the WPS Farm Show was well attended, and as important - full of vendors. Pam Jahnke talks to Corey Kuchta, WPS Ag Manager, about the history of the show. She also finds out about the generous move in schedule they have that entices vendors to be a part of the show. That's according to Rob Juneau, show general manager. Farmers are frustrated that some of their expansion projects are being restricted or stopped by local ordinances that suddenly get developed while their project is in development. Stephanie Hoff hears the frustrations from Brad Olsen, President of the WI Farm Bureau Federation, about the struggles to get everyone on the same page as far as jurisdiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Third-generation auctioneer Max Steffes and Chris Gellner, director of sales in Canada for Steffes Group, visit the KFGO studios to talk about the company's first LIVE auction event in Canada on April 3rd in Arcola, SK. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calving season can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging times on the farm. Ensuring healthy deliveries and strong calves requires preparation, vigilance, and the right tools on hand. Charitee Seebecker gets some tips from veterinarian, Dr. Angela Garavet, with Armor Animal Health says that with unpredictable weather and unexpected complications always a possibility, knowing what steps to take can make all the difference. Wild weather on its way to Wisconsin. Stu Muck tells us we'll start with rain today and gusty winds, but that changes to snow and sleet overnight. Auction volumes are climbing quickly for the Steffes Group. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that their catalog is out, and the number of sales in a DAY is escalating. Paid for by Steffes Group. USDA announced on National Ag Day that $10 billion in farmer assistance is headed to the country. Pam Jahnke explains that USDA Secretary, Brooke Rollins, is launching the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP). Local FSA offices will electronically fill out the paperwork for growers and then send it their way for review and signature. New research is out on the nutritional value of beef in everyone's diets - young or senior. Dr. Shalene McNeil from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, and Tammy Vaassen, executive director of the WI Beef Council joins Pam Jahnke with updated efforts on sharing this information with healthcare advisors and medical providers. Vaassen also notes what they're doing in Wisconsin to convey the health messages to young athletes. Paid for by Equity Cooperative Livestock Sales Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six candidates are working to become the 78th Alice in Dairyland. That also signals the final phase of service for Halei Heinzel, our current "Alice." She visits with Stephanie Hoff about the learning journey the six will experience leading up to the May finale in Crawford County. The top candidates are: Allison Foster, Waupun, Michelle Stangler, Watertown, Mikalya Flyte, Coloma, Natalie Roe, Monticello, Olivia Lulich from Lyndon Station, and Sarah Hagenow from Poynette. Hosting the Alice in Dairyland finals is a big deal for a county. It brings statewide news coverage and drives local interest in the county’s agribusiness industry. Carol Roth is co-chairing the Crawford County Alice in Dairyland Finals Committee, the host this year. She says she applied for Crawford County to host the Alice program as a strategic way to bring attention to the county’s agribusiness sector. She says it's about time they showed off all they have to offer! After all, Crawford County has had three Alice in Dairylands in its history. Another beautiful day on the way for Wisconsin with temperatures in the mid 50's according to Stu Muck.Steffes Auction is back in the heat of the moment with active auctions before spring planting begins. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that they're also offering financing options for buyers in 2025. It's a new service that they've found helpful as farmers face more difficult economics this year. Paid for by the Steffes Group.Today's the beginning of the Professional Dairy Producers annual business conference. Shelly Mayer, executive director of the group, says the scope of information they'll be sharing covers the gamut for any dairy regardless of size. Francisco Arriaga, UW extension specialist on soils and environmental studies says that farmers would be wise to fight the urge that the warmer weather may inspire. He says there's a lot to lose if you start field work too early. We're hearing stories daily about the federal funding freeze impacting USDA contracts. What can farmers and non-profits do if they're caught holding a binding contract with the federal government, that the federal government no longer wishes to honor. Pam Jahnke visits with Rachel Armstrong, attorney with Farm Commons, about mechanisms in place to try and help document and mitigate the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cattlemen are anxious in 2025 over available inventory, and now new tariffs targeting their markets. Bob Bosold visits with NCBA President Buck Wehrbein. Wehrbein was a guest at the WI Cattlemen's Winter Conference. It's a messy Wednesday around Wisconsin. Some schools are closed because of snow, other areas of the state are getting measurable rain. Stu Muck describes the system moving through. The calendar is getting full for the Steffes Group. Ashley Huhn talks with Pam Jahnke about their new catalog that's been released and how prices are trending. Paid for by Steffes Group. Federal agency offices are working with skeleton crews in many areas. Dr. Amy Hagerman, an agricultural and food policy specialist for Oklahoma State University Extension, says farmers will see some of the consequences of those changes, and will be responsible for keeping track of some of their own records .It's been a pretty steep learning curve for the new president of the Midwest Food Processors Association. Nick Novak has been in the job about 3 months and now is facing tariffs that are rocking his industry. Ben Jarboe finds out more about his agenda, and how he's maneuvering his first few months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The governor released his executive budget on Tuesday night. State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jill Underly, survived a primary on Tuesday and also reacted to some budget plans. She tells Stephanie Hoff that she's advocating for a $60 million investment in Career and Technical Education programs also known as CTEs. Wisconsin is one of six states that doesn't have ongoing funding dedicated to these programs, which include agricultural education. The money would also fund Career and Technical Student Organizations. Jill Underly says these dollars were a priority for her in the Department of Public Instruction budget proposal. She says she sees the value in investing in ag education and other CTE programs as both of her children are members in FFA. More bitterly cold weather on the way today, but a change is on the horizon according to Stu Muck.Auction pace is starting to pick up! Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that they're picking up momentum in Wisconsin with some key sales slated before March. Paid for by Steffes Group.Senator Howard Marklein, co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee reacts to the governor's proposed budget. Marklein says he's open to funding for farmer-led watershed projects. Are you still shopping for groceries the same way? During the pandemic many people opted to use delivery services or apps to secure their groceries. Has that changed how beef moves to consumers? Angie Horkan, marketing director with the WI Beef Council, says new research shows that e-commerce sales of beef are at a high not seen in the past 27 years. Paid for by Equity Cooperative Livestock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We may not see a Farm Bill moving yet - but in the state of Wisconsin, there's policy decisions coming together quickly. Bob Bosold catches up with Jordan Lamb, legal advisor to many agriculture organizations in Wisconsin. The conversation covers everything from the governor's upcoming proposed budget to existing programs continued performance.A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for a large part of Wisconsin today. Stu Muck gives us an hourly breakdown on how quickly the snow will be moving in.Steffes Group auction company was visible at the WI Corn/Soy Expo. That's where Pam Jahnke caught up with Ashley Huhn to talk about the current overall value he's seen in used equipment. Huhn says prices may be a little lower than fourth quarter 2024, but still firm versus new. Paid for by Steffes Group.While the federal government has pushed pause on some funding that was helping Wisconsin farmers with things like conservation efforts - Wisconsin's governor is proposing more funding for the state's agriculture. Stephanie Hoff captured a few quotes from Organic Valley and Edge Dairy Cooperative on how they're monitoring federal funds being frozen. Both agree, it's a 'wait and see' situation.Pam Jahnke gets some details on what Governor Tony Evers would like to see adopted in his 2025-27 budget, which he'll be offering later this month. Wisconsin Ag Secretary, Randy Romanski, tells Jahnke that currently there's $80 million in investments being proposed including more money for farmers mental health services, the popular ARIP(Ag Road Improvement Program) getting more money, and a new pilot - Dairy Agriculture Resilience Investment Now Grant (DARING) Program aimed at supporting on-farm projects that improve resilience and efficiency of farm operations, such as upgrading IT infrastructure, milking equipment, or milk processing equipment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Entries are flowing in for the 2025 US Championship Cheese Contest, coming up in March in Green Bay. Ben Jarboe finds out about new categories and flavors for this year's events from Kirstin Strohmenger from the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Association.Mild but windy - that's the forecast from Stu Muck.Grotegut Dairy in Netwon, WI, has been named 2025 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year by the International Dairy Foods Association. The 3,500 cow dairy engages with a lot of technology to keep cows healthy and happy, and harness the data the farm generates to open new markets like carbon credits.Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group tells Pam Jahnke that their catalog deadline is quickly approaching. March looks like another big month for sales according to Huhn. Paid for by Steffes Group.River Trail School of Agricultural Sciences within the Milwaukee Public School District teaches agriculture everyday, not just a one-and-done field trip. Josh Gonzalez is a 2nd grade teacher there and he explains what benefits students and their families gain from classes. Specifically - food.It's not a new story. UW-Extension in Wisconsin is struggling. A revised model that removed county based extension services and pivoted toward regional offerings was met with a cold shoulder. Today, UW-Extension faces funding challenges and talent shortages. Stephanie Hoff finds out what the path is for 2025 from UW-Extension Dean and Director, Karl Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another edition of Auction Talk with Steffes Group! Steffes Group Director of Real Estate Max Steffes evaluates regional North Dakota land value trends over the past decade or so, machinery sales trends in 2024, and also provides an update on where we may be headed in land values and machinery prices for 2025 and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The northern side of the state could see some flurries in the next couple of days and Ag Meteorologist Stu Muck gives the details on this lake effect snow. Autonomy is shaping the future of agriculture and full autonomy may be here sooner than we think. Ben Jarboe is joined by Brian Luck, a state extension specialist in biological machinery systems, to clue everyone in on how autonomy will help the labor shortage being seen in the agriculture industry. He also gives insight on why people should be less weary about going fully autonomous. The Wisconsin Association of Fairs is holding their annual convention this week where tonight a new Fairest of the Fair will be crowned. Stephanie Hoff catches up with outgoing Fairest of the Fair, Kelsey Henderson, as she reflects on the past year in her role. Fabulous Farm Babe, Pam Jahnke, has a talk with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group. They discuss how to know it is the right time to have an auction and how to prepare when the time comes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Wisconsin’s Secretary of Agriculture, Randy Romanski, joins Pam Jhanke to reflect on how this past year has gone for the ag industry and what’s ahead. The Steffes Group has 200 employees that are ready to help you with your auction needs. Ashley Huhn of the Steffes Group says while they may be closed for Christmas, you can still find the information on their website. There's also auctions on the 26th and 26th. Pam Jahnke gets the details. Paid for by Steffes Group. Jacob Eugster of Eugster's Farm Market in Stoughton tells Stephanie Hoff about how he predicts which trees are going to be popular when the tree is ready to be harvested 10 years from now. He also tells her about the benefits of a real tree. As the holiday season approaches, John Heinber, Market Advisor with Total Farm Marketing says trading slows. He expects to see some end of the year squaring in markets. He says we can expect to see a large soybean supply coming out of South America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desire for a real Christmas tree remains strong! That's the word from Greg Hahn of Hahn's Christmas Trees in Oregon. He's a member of the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association and says the volume of trees available this year is great! He details more about the trees, the markets and what consumers should know, with Ben Jarboe.Snow's on the way according to Stu Muck.35 auctions to go this week! That's the last tally from Ashley Huhn of the Steffes Group. He says things will slow down a little the week of Christmas, but it's back at it for calendar year 2025. Pam Jahnke gets the details. Paid for by Steffes Group.$10 billion in immediate funding has been included in a stop gap bill in Washington designed to keep the government operating. It's not what production agriculture wanted, but it's what they could secure according to House Speaker, Mike Johnson.End of the year brings with it numbers and statistics. Financial performance, losses and transitions. Not all of those numbers are sad stories though. Stephanie Hoff visits with Brian Reisinger, a farm kid turned author who sees better stories out of some of those farms that no longer operate.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.

There's no doubt about it - Wisconsin has a lot of manure to manage year round.  Keeping track of where it goes is not only good fertilizer management, it's necessary nutrient management accountability.  Stephanie Hoff talks to a UW-Extension Specialist, Chris Clark, who's introducing a new app that makes it easier.  Manure Tracker App can advise applicators when they're in an area of a field that shouldn't have nutrients, as well as generate reports for NRCS and land conservation partners that elaborates on where nutrients did get applied and at what rates. Warm in Kansas City where Pam Jahnke's at for the National Farm Broadcasting Convention.  Stu Muck says Wisconsin will be looking for a little rain within the next 24 hours. With the early wrap to this year's harvest, used equipment of all types are starting to appear on auctions all across the country. Ashley Huhn joins Pam Jahnke from the Steffes Group to highlight a new partner they've acquired in Canada - and to amplify some of the equipment currently listed. Paid for by the Steffes Group. Cooler weather has critters seeking shelter indoors.  Charitee Seebecker gets some tips on keeping them outside with Marcus Mueller, owner and operator of Skeedadle Critter Control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's been making progress in expanding international business for the ag community.  Chad Vincent currently chairs with WI Ag Export Council. Created in 2021, Vincent says Wisconsin's finding opportunity in unique markets that suit the states unique agriculture expertise.  He explains it to Bob Bosold. November arrived in cold, wet and windy style. It looks like more wet weather's on the way according to Stu Muck. Randy Cath from the Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke to discuss a special Wisconsin-only consignment sale they're organizing for December.  Paid for by the Steffes Group. Wisconsin beekeepers are preparing their hives for winter. It takes some time according to Nick Thill, president of the WI Honey Bee Association.2025 doesn't have a particularly bright economic outlook for a lot of agriculture.  Ben Jarboe gets the forecast from Dr. Paul Mitchell, Renk Agribusiness Institute chair and UW-Ag Economist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Adamski and Valerie Dantoin, the hardworking farmers at Full Circle Farm in Shawano County, have been named finalists for the Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award. Their family farm, which has been around for over a century, shows a strong commitment to sustainable farming through creative conservation practices. Rick and Valerie talk with Charitee Seebecker about how they manage grazing and diversify what they grow.  They've effectively blended caring for the environment with their farming approach.The latest crop progress report shows just how dry Wisconsin is. Stu Muck, ag meteorologist says that there's a good chance of rain in the forecast beginning Wednesday afternoon. One of the best Jersey herds in the nation is going through a dispersal sale beginning this Friday.  Randy Cath with Steffes Auction Group tells Pam Jahnke about the pedigrees and various options buyers have to see the animals and participate in the bidding.  Paid for by Steffes Group.The markets are a little nervous in front of next week's election.  John Heinberg, market analyst with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, joins Pam Jahnke to highlight some of the areas getting action.  He says that international buyers are particularly keen to get ahead on any potential tariffs that could be reinstated in the Trump administration's heading back to the White House.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steffes Group Canada ULC recently announced the acquisition of Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers Inc., based in Tisdale, Saskatchewan.  Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Steffes Group President Scott Steffes share that news and discuss many more topics in this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, hosted by Rusty Halvorson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These last months before winter are key to a successful lawn for next year. Turfgrass Extension Specialist Paul Koch says mowing, mulching, herbicide application, and seeding this fall could improve your property for spring. Wisconsin may look forward to some much-needed rain this week. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck has the details. Your neighbor isn't your No. 1 buyer anymore when it's time to sell equipment. The Steffes Group can connect you to the best customer and the best price. Ashley Huhn outlines today's auction trends. The UW-Madison Division of Extension is hosting a virtual Ag Law Update on Dec. 4. Farm law specialist Kelly Wilfert says the event will provide crucial information on recent changes in ag law that could significantly impact the state's farmers. The soybean harvest is a month ahead of schedule. The corn for grain harvest is 2 weeks ahead of normal. Market advisor John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing explains how the supply chain and the market are reacting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bird migration continues over Wisconsin.  Pam Jahnke talks with Ryan Brady, board member of Save Our Songbirds.  Thousands of birds fly over Wisconsin heading south - and most of their travel happens overnight. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group says they've got at least 122 more auctions before the end of the calendar year.  He updates Pam Jahnke.  Paid for by Steffes Group. It's National Cheese Curd Day and Wisconsin celebrates it in a big way.  Charitee Seebecker gets the details from the state's Cheese Curd Capitol - Ellsworth Coop Creamery's Cheese Marketing Specialist, John Freeman. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, joins Pam Jahnke.  Markets continue to trend lower.  Heinberg says the heavy crop reported last week in the World Ag Supply Demand Estimates continues to weigh on the market.  Meanwhile cattle remain robust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has selected its four finalists for this year's Leopold Conservation award.  Charitee Seebecker introduces us to one of them.  Glacial Lake Cranberries, one of the oldest cranberry farms in Wisconsin, is celebrating its 151st year of commercial cranberry production. Owned and operated by Mary Brazeau Brown, this historic farm continues to thrive, thanks to its strong commitment to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation efforts. Mary shares more about the practices she uses and how they led her to be a finalist for the Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award. Stu Muck, ag meteorologist, explains some weather curves coming to Wisconsin that World Dairy Expo exhibitors will have to flex with.Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group talks to Pam Jahnke about the robust schedule they're amassing of fall/winter auctions.  Their quarterly catalog comes out in a few weeks and Huhn says they've got more than 800 sales to feature this time.  Paid for by Steffes Group.Canadian cattle that are part of World Dairy Expo this year - but it took a lot to get to Madison.  Brian Carscadden, Canadian exhibitor, explains to Pam Jahnke what tests they had to manage and why testing will require Canadian cattle to stay in Wisconsin longer.John Heinberg, commodity broker with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, says the latest grain storage report continues to weigh heavy on the markets.  He also addresses the 15 cent drop that happened in the cheese market Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UW-Platteville Professor Ryan Pralle tells Charitee Seebecker about the groundbreaking research that uses high-tech tools to track cow burps' environmental impact. Ben Jarboe catches up with Nick Havlik of Hav Vineyards near Port Washington. The downpours this spring and early summer didn't hurt the crop come harvest. Ben also gets today's weather forecast from ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Even 1,000+ miles away, we'll see some rain from the hurricane in the Gulf. The Steffes Group (paid program) joins us a day early with this month's hottest sellers. It included an S790 combine that went for $377,000.  It's full steam ahead in the field as soybeans mature earlier than expected, says senior grain merchandiser Josh Grunnet out of Cottage Grove. He tells Stephanie Hoff they're still clearing out old crop to get ready for what could be a near-record harvest. Finally, we visit with market advisor John Heinberg of Total Farm Marketing in West Bend. He tells Stephanie Hoff that the pop in the grain market was thanks in part to A) slashed interest rates and B) poor planting weather in South America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Director of Real Estate Max Steffes and Sales Representative Ben Hochgraber talk about the recent trend of dealership auctions for late-model used farm equipment, and Max also talks about recent articles he's written on the topics of foreign land ownership and recent land values at auction.  Learn more at steffesgroup.com. Hosted by Rusty Halvorson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of this week's headlines in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Progress seems slow on connecting all corners of Wisconsin to high speed internet access.  Stephanie Hoff gets an update from Brittany Beyer.   She's an Extension specialist in community economic development out of Rhinelander. She has been on the Governor's Task Force on Broadband Access since it started in 2020, chairing the task force for the first two years. At the end of July, Wisconsin got a stamp of approval from the federal government for its plan to expand broadband. The state will get $1.1 billion to bring high-speed internet access to all of its residents by the end of the decade.  She tells us about the dollars that will soon come into the state. But first, she reminds us why barriers to high-speed internet exist in the first place.Ease of access is a key for agribusinesses developing their website.  Pam Jahnke chats with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group about their newly remodeled website and the different elements that farmers and buyers are keeping track for fall sales.  Paid for by the Steffes Group.Wisconsin's cattle industry is preparing for some animal identification changes coming in November.  Tressa Lacey, president of the WI Cattlemen's Association, says although some are pushing back on the new requirements, change has to happen somewhere.It's that time of the year - field days.  Farmers are taking a look at what products and technology worked, and didn't work in their fields.  Ben Jarboe focuses on cover crops as a tool for weed control with Dan Smith, the program manager for the extensions division of nutrient pest management.  Smith explains how their research looks at  cover crops as a weed management practice, and when to best terminate them. He also explains what they have seen as more prominent weeds this year and what herbicides have been effective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to ice cream, everyone has a favorite flavor that brings back fond memories. But what many don't realize is the incredible amount of work and innovation that goes into creating these delicious treats. Andrew Riley, Kwik Trip Dairy Production Manager, and Katarina Nemitz, a food scientist in the R&D department join Charitee Seebecker to provide an inside look at the meticulous process behind Kwik Trip's ice cream creations.Steffes Group has sent out their newest catalog. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group highlights some of the elements of the catalog and how it comes together with Pam Jahnke.  Paid for by Steffes Group. As the dairy industry faces the challenges of rising temperatures, a new wave of research is bringing hope to farmers and improving the welfare of dairy calves. Grace Larsen, UW-Madison Graduate Student has been helping to conduct this research and says their research explores both pre- and post-birth heat stress, aiming to improve calf welfare and enhance productivity on farms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's over 500 meat processors in Wisconsin ranging from small family butchers to mid and larger sized processors.  The WI Meat Processing School is designed to keep that industries talent pool robust.  Dr. Jeff Sindelar tells Pam Jahnke about the school and the latest status on the state's industry.There's a big dairy farm sale coming up next week in Dane County.  Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group highlights some of the elements of the sale with Pam Jahnke.  Paid for by Steffes Group.Sunburnt apples?  Yes - unfortunately.  Amaya Atucha, UW-Madison Extension Fruit Specialist, explains what apple sunburn is.A new independent research project shows for every dollar invested by beef producers into their checkoff, they get $13.41 in return.  Pam Jahnke talks to Greg Hanes, CEO of the Cattlemen's Beef Board, about the new information they're sharing. Paid for by WI Beef Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ticks - they may be irritating but they're also dangerous.  Stephanie Hoff finds out about a tick collection campaign happening at the Marshfield Farm Medicine Center with researcher, Alex Lin. There's a big auction coming up next week involving a large dairy outside of Madison.  Randy Cath with the Steffes Group, explains all the options that are being offered to buy the cattle, land or milking set-up. Paid for by Steffes Group.College campuses are starting to come back to life for the fall session.  Ben Jarboe finds out what fall enrollment in the ag college looks like on the UW-Platteville campus with Dr. Tera Montgomery, director of the ag campus.Wisconsin's still a couple weeks away from beginning the silage harvest, but the erratic growing season the state's witnessed are going to cause some problems.  Pam Jahnke talks to Steve Bailie, general manager at the Helena Agri location in Monroe, about late season challenges to plan for.  Paid for by Helena Agri.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a Wednesday morning, the Wisconsin Bug Guy, State Entomologist PJ Liesch, has advice to reduce mosquito populations around the home and farm. Thinking about having an auction? Steffes Group, Inc. recommends giving yourself ample time to spread the word. Paid for by Steffes. Wisconsin State Fair is having a birthday party celebration for the Cream Puff on Aug. 10 with a unique new flavor, according to Kristi Chuckel. The world is watching France because of the Olympics, but before athletes arrived, headlines were talking about farmer protests. Christian Ligeard with the French Embassy explains why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this month's episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Rusty Halvorson and Director of Real Estate Max Steffes talk about recent equipment and land values, and the 2024 National Auction Association Conference & Show that recently took place in Pittsburgh, PA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share this week's top new headlines in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allison Jonjak is the outreach cranberry specialist with the Division of Extension. She says growers have had to stay on top of nutrient application and water levels in their marshes with all the rain we've been getting. Luckily, she has a favorable outlook on this year's crop. This is despite pollinator woes. Jonjak explains that cranberries rely on pollinators, such as bees. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke to recap their specialty technology. Paid for by the Steffes Group. With the growing interest in sustainable practices and local food production, beekeeping has become an essential part of modern agriculture. Recognizing the need for a dedicated event in the region, beekeepers Bill Werning and Doug Kolterman have created the Midwest Honeybee Expo. The expo is set to debut in January of 2025 and will serve as a gathering place for beekeepers of all levels. Co-creator Doug Koltermann shares more about what attendees can expect, but first shares how this idea came to be and the gap it fills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Science, technology, engineering, and math. While you did not hear agriculture in that lineup, agriculture includes all of those things. And this year, the rest of the state will find that out as well. We're excited to announce that the upcoming Wisconsin Science Festival, October 14-20, is all about agriculture this year. Samantha Mulrooney is the Wisconsin Science Festival director. She joins Stephanie Hoff and says this is the first time ever (it's been going on for 14 years) that agriculture has been the overarching theme. Pam Jahnke catches up with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group about their specialty crop equipment. Paid for by Steffes Group.Farm Rescue, a nonprofit organization that provides free planting, haying, harvesting, commodity hauling and livestock feeding assistance to farm families who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster, has officially added Wisconsin to its growing list of service states. Operations may have just begun in Wisconsin, but this program isn't new to the Midwest. Dan Erdmann, Marketing Program Manager at Farm Rescue joins Charitee Seebecker and shares how they have gotten to this point to be able to expand since their inception in 2005.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Science Fest is gaining momentum in Wisconsin - launching this October.  The title betrays how much agriculture can offer to the Science Fest experience statewide.  Charitee Seebecker extends the challenge with Francesa Long, the Operations Manager for the Wisconsin Science Festival.Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke to recap the services they're offering people considering an auction.  Paid for by the Steffes Group.Wisconsin's playing host to one of four regional stockmanship and stewardship events in the U.S.  It'll be in Lancaster and WI Beef Council Executive Director, Tammy Vassen, wants the state's beef producers to take advantage.  She explains what will happen and how growers can get involved.  Paid for by the WI Beef Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Rescue is a non-profit group that's coming to Wisconsin, beginning this month, to offer assistance to families that have suffered a loss, or some type of tragedy that's stopped the farming process.  Jill Welke visits with Dan Erdman, spokesperson for Farm Rescue. Jefferson Co. Fair gets underway today and this year they're dedicating the center of the fair space for special events.  Abby Schopen, events manager, says they'll change emphasis every day from farm truck to veterans to hero's. Pam Jahnke catches up with Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group on their new website.  Paid for by Steffes Group. As farm machinery gets bigger - so do the sheds that house it! Dennis Lee is the farm product line manager for Morton Buildings and says that big machinery is driving demand for larger, more high-end farm shops. The oldest farm to be recognized this year at the WI State Fair has been in the same family for 177 years.  Charitee Seebecker finds out about its origins and what's happening today from farm family member, Jeff Decker of Decker Farm LLC in Ozaukee County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, Rusty Halvorson and Max Steffes talk with Jason Astrup of Astrup Law about estate planning, transitioning to the next generation on the farm or ranch, tax law, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Rusty Halvorson talks with Traill County Economic Development executive director Jim Murphy and North Dakota Livestock Alliance executive director Amber Wood about a proposed Riverview LLP dairy facility in Herberg Township.  Sarah Heinrich talks with NDSU Extension Farm Safety coordinator Angie Johnson about this summer's youth safety camps.  Plus, another installment of Auction Talk with Steffes Group, featuring Jason Astrup of Astrup Law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the Agri-Biz show, the House Ag Committee passed a farm bill after sometimes contentious debate, the Minneapolis Fed Reserve tallied interest costs for 2023, CattleFax CEO Randy Blach talks about the cattle markets, and Auction Talk with Steffes Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.