Best Josh Timm Podcasts (2025)

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4-H for Every Kid, Everywhere 8:15

2d ago8:15

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When most people think of 4-H, they picture the fairgrounds—livestock shows, ribbons, and maybe a few arts and crafts. But the organization is so much more, offering hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and meet youth where they are. That’s exactly the approach Alex Galston is taking as the Jackson County 4-H Educat…

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Cheryl Zimmerman- 96th Wisconsin FFA Convention and Expo 5:55

2d ago5:55

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The Wisconsin FFA Convention was back this year at Alliant Energy Center in Madison WI, for the 96th year. Cheryl Zimmerman the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Association FFA tells us about the historic year they have been able to have. Including a brand new record of membership with over 27,000 members. And a brand new attendance record at th…

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Amalia Draxler- 2025-2026 WI FFA President 6:03

2d ago6:03

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Amalia Draxler of the Glenwood City FFA Chapter will serve as the 2025-2026 Wisconsin State FFA President. Draxler, daughter of Mike and Rebecca, is a student at UW-Madison, working toward a degree in agricultural and applied economics. She’s involved in the Association of Women in Agriculture and hopes to use her experiences to continue to advocat…

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Meet The New WI State FFA President Plus Field Updates From Helena 50:00

2d ago50:00

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The 96th Wisconsin State FFA Convention drew to a close on Thursday. One of the special guests that was traveling down memory lane was Mary Schreiber, past Wisconsin State FFA Officer, currently serving as a National FFA Vice President. Jill Welke visits with the Wisconsin native, happy to be home in familiar surroundings. More sun than rain for th…

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Are Consumers Still Buying Beef? Dr. Glynn Tonsor 10:33

3d ago10:33

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With escalating prices everywhere, what decisions are consumers making with their dollars at the grocery store? That's the question posed to Dr. Glynn Tonsor, Professor, Dept. of Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University. Tonsor works cooperatively with the beef checkoff and pork checkoff programs to survey consumers on a monthly basis for …

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Wisconsin FFA Star in Agribusiness: Ashton Brusveen 6:38

3d ago6:38

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Brusveen, of Randolph-Cambria-Friesland FFA, is a young entrepreneur that began Seed Clean when he saw a need in his community. He cleans grain to be used in cover crops. The operation began with a grain cleaner from his grandfather and continues to expand today. His business has expanded to include new equipment, such as a larger cleaner and conve…

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Wisconsin FFA Star in Agricultural Placement: Hannah Oleson 5:17

3d ago5:17

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Oleson, of Adams Friendship FFA, began her operation by completing everyday tasks familiar to many cattle producers. She spent time feeding, cleaning waterers and mucking pens. As she continued to grow in her skillset, her involvement in the operation expanded as well. Today, she makes breeding decisions, operates machinery and performs artificial …

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Wisconsin FFA Star in Agriscience: Jordan Berg 4:13

3d ago4:13

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When Berg, of Granton FFA, was in eighth grade, she simultaneously took agricultural and science classes. This experience kick started her interest in agriscience. After a recommendation from her advisor, she began to participate in the Wisconsin FFA Agriscience Fair. Her interests haven taken her to explore the fertilizers. Berg’s first experiment…

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Wisconsin FFA Star Farmer: McKinley Krueger 3:05

3d ago3:05

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Krueger’s family, of Campbellsport FFA, has a rich history in agriculture. Her family’s operation is rooted in the swine industry. She began her operation with a registered Hampshire gilt to produce county fair and feeder pigs for local buyers. Now, she has introduced a new species to her family’s operation: cattle. Her first purchase of a Simmenta…

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New Survey Brings Real Numbers To Farm Labor Situation 7:06

3d ago7:06

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A consistent message from farm groups nationwide is that labor is a No. 1 issue in the agricultural economy. Jeremy Foltz is a professor of agricultural and applied economics at UW-Madison. He’s currently gathering data on what the farm workforce looks like on dairy farms across the state. It’s research done through the UW Dairy Innovation Hub. He …

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Stars Shine At FFA Convention Plus World Cheese & Butter Prices Favor US - Burgess 50:00

3d ago50:00

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The fifth annual Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival will be here June 13-15 in Beaver Dam, and this year, it’s attracting an international audience. Today, we’re catching up with Michelle Ovans of Ovans Peony Farm in Beaver Dam - the state’s largest fresh-cut peony farm. Michelle cares for more than 1,600 peony plants representing about 100 varieties.…

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Might Be Time To Spray Wheat - Conley 4:10

4d ago4:10

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University Extension Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley, is advising wheat growers across the state to be monitoring their fields for possible fungal diseases. Conley says there's already been aerial applications going on wheat fields in southern Wisconsin to mitigate Fusarium head blight. Conley says there's also been scattered reports of Stripe Rust. F…

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4-H Girl And Her Dog Head To Portugal And Dane Dairy Hosts Ready For A Second Time 50:00

4d ago50:00

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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 …

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Rhubarb Season Is in Full Swing 9:10

5d ago9:10

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Looking for a sign that spring has finally settled in? For many, it’s the arrival of rhubarb — that bright red, tart stalk that finds its way into everything from pies to sauces. At farms across Wisconsin, rhubarb season is in full swing, and one farm in particular is seeing their best crop yet. Ed Bures, owner of the farm, says this year’s rhubarb…

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Wisconsin Plays A Key Role In Exploring Novel Manure Products 9:04

5d ago9:04

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Processing manure or combining it with other materials to create a more sustainable or valuable product is a fairly new concept. But researchers are on it to see if novel manure products can work to reduce environmental impact while improving a farm’s bottom line. Since 2021, UW-Platteville has been involved in a national project focused on regener…

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"Loop The Lake" This Weekend 6:49

5d ago6:49

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Support clean, healthy lakes with Clean Lakes Alliance’s 13th Annual Loop the Lake Bike Ride. Loop the Lake is an at-your-own-pace bike ride around Lake Monona on June 14 that raises funds to protect and preserve Greater Madison’s lakes. “If we all do our part, urban and rural, we can help our lakes,” says Founder and Executive Director James Tye. …

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See Farm Life First-Hand At Hinchley’s 8:55

5d ago8:55

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Hinchley’s Dairy Farm is no stranger to opening its doors to guests far and wide. On June 14, the Hinchley family will welcome community members to their farm for the Dane County Breakfast on the Farm. Featuring a menu of cheesy scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, yogurt, cheese, ice cream, milk, and coffee, the breakfast offers something for everyo…

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Strawberries & New Memories On The Way! 20:27

5d ago20:27

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Welcome back as we introduce you to specialty crops around Wisconsin and the growers who make it happen. Today, we’re taking you to the strawberry fields before the berries ripen up for the season. For Roger Basse of Basse's Taste of Country in Colgate, this season is about more than the tasty red fruit. It’s about bringing the community out to the…

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Rhubarb Crop Is Thriving & FFA Members Are "Living To Serve" 50:00

5d ago50:00

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Sustainability is a phrase often used in agriculture and food production. Definitions of sustainability can differ from one operation to another, however. Jill Welke visits with Barron County native and farmer, Andy Bensend, about how he approaches the sustainability conversation. Bensend's been involved in multiple boards across the state and nati…

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4-H Academy More Than Just Fun And Trade Shows Amplify WI Dairy 50:00

6d ago50:00

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Biodiesel is growing in the Midwest, and Illinois is a primary example. The folks accelerating biodiesel programs just south of us also want to see Wisconsin expand biodiesel usage. Stephanie Hoff was recently in Illinois and Chicagoland with Clean Fuels Alliance America, looking at the whole chain of biodiesel production from the beans getting dro…

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Tyler Courtney Wins a Thriller, Tasker Stays Hot, Young Beats Kinder + Ryan Timms Joins the Show 1:47:18

6d ago1:47:18

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Round seven of the Knoxville Championship Series has come and gone, and it was a pair of High Limit Racing invaders who topped the podium in a thrilling 410 feature event, with Tyler Courtney edging out Corey Day to earn his first win of the season. Tasker Phillips extended his 360 points lead with his second feature win of the year, and Chase Youn…

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4-Her And Pooch Off To National Competition And Dairy Breakfasts Don't Just Happen 50:00

6d ago50:00

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Now that graduates have crossed the stage, what's next? Ben Jarboe chats about graduate demand in the agriculture field with Tammy Jensen, president of Agri-Careers recruiting agency. She says there's been more unemployment in agriculture over the last 12-18 months then normally experienced. Right now Jensen says graduates are looking for sales and…

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Making Sales Happen Through Trade Shows - Samantha Castro 9:45

7d ago9:45

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Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin partners with a variety of cheese and dairy companies and food processors. These partners not only incorporate Wisconsin dairy into their products, they also give us a clear shout-out on their packaging through the use of our badge, making it easier for consumers to identify the quality products produced in Wisconsin. In …

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Behind-The-Scenes At The Milk Testing Lab 5:35

9d ago5:35

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Dan Christensen is the general lab manager at the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, providing testing to private veterinarians and working closely with state animal health officials on disease outbreak response, including the highly pathogenic avian influenza. Right now, they’re undergoing the national milk testing surveillance program. He says …

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Then & Now -- How Soybean Products Came To Market 9:11

10d ago9:11

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On the farm, ingenuity is the name of the game. Farmers are self-starters, entrepreneurs, and jacks of all trades. Those attributes are even seen in the marketplace as growers get together to solve problems and bring more value to their businesses. Today, we’re taking a look at how biodiesel got started several decades ago. Tom Verry is the directo…

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Upcoming EPA Announcement Could Determine Biofuel Plant Closures 5:02

10d ago5:02

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Some critical information is coming soon from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It could mean the difference between whether a biofuel plant stays open. Paul Winters joins us. He's the director of public affairs with Clean Fuels Alliance America. Paul says the renewable fuels industry is waiting for an answer from the EPA on renewable volum…

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Chicago Says Biodiesel's Their Answer And Dairy Heifer Prices Keep Climbing - Koster 50:00

10d ago50:00

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It's just about county fair season and already livestock's moving around the state. Remembering biosecurity before you leave the farm is an important message this year. Jeff Morris, UW-Extension Swine Outreach Specialist visits with Pam Jahnke about the simple measures exhibitors can take to protect not only their animals, but their entire enterpri…

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Bugs Abound And Manure Spills Can Happen Year Round 50:00

10d ago50:00

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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 star…

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B20 Club -- A Blueprint For Other States To Advance Biodiesel 9:51

11d ago9:51

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Biodiesel is growing in the Midwest, and Illinois is a primary example. The folks accelerating biodiesel programs just south of us also want to see Wisconsin expand biodiesel usage. Stephanie Hoff was recently in Illinois and Chicagoland with Clean Fuels Alliance America, looking at the whole chain of biodiesel production from the beans getting dro…

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Chicago's 600 Parks Rely On Soybeans 8:19

11d ago8:19

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Known for Lake Michigan beaches and urban parks, the Chicago Park District is using ever-higher biodiesel blends to reduce emissions and improve air quality in America's third-largest city. Lawn mowers, beach rakers, truckers, and tree trimmers are operating on blends up to B100 (100 percent biodiesel), achieving up to an 86 percent reduction in ca…

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Product Research, Field Trials, and Real-World Results Driving Profit for Farmers 27:29

11d ago27:29

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The animal nutrition and health support industry is always advancing, with new products regularly entering the market. But what does it take for a product to go from concept to reality? In this episode, Dr. Haas and Dr. Luis Solorzano—Bio-Vet’s new Director of Applied Research and Technical Services—discuss the development and evaluation process be…

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Don’t Just Mow—Grow: Tips for a Lush Lawn 10:22

12d ago10:22

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As the weather warms and lawns begin to green up, many homeowners are eager to fire up the mower and get to work. But before diving into spring lawn care, it’s worth hearing from one of Wisconsin’s top turf experts. Doug Soldat, UW-Extension Turf Specialist, shares timely advice to help ensure your lawn stays healthy from spring through fall—and it…

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FFA Convention Returning To Madison And Inaccruate Reports Tanks Cattle - Heinberg 50:00

12d ago50:00

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"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 s…

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Virtual Fencing Becomes Better Option And UW-Madison Monitors Federal Funds 50:00

12d ago50:00

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Technology is often something talked about in production agriculture, but you might be surprised at what levels. Karen St. Germain is the Director of Earth Science at NASA. She shares with Ben Jarboe the work they do to support US farmers and says they are looking for more farmers to work with to further their research. Smoke alert for Wisconsin! S…

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New Finland Based Company Heading To WI And Pet Food Scrutiny In DC 50:00

12d ago50:00

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Right now Wisconsin dairy operators are enjoying a pretty healthy milk check. Will that be the case later this year? Bob Bosold discusses the dairy price outlook with Leonard Polzin, Dairy Markets and Policy Outreach Specialist at UW-River Falls. Hot weather on the way today with some measurable rain. That's the outlook from Stu Muck. A new food co…

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Value-Add Options Bulk Up Early Farmers Market Offerings 2:52

13d ago2:52

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Scott Alsum at Alsum Sweet Corn in Randolph catches up with Stephanie Hoff at the Dane County Farmers Market. He says it's too early for fresh sweet corn -- his crop will be ready in July. But for the past several years, he's been providing frozen sweet corn for the first few months of the farmers market season. It's one example of how consumers ca…

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They Hosted The First Green County Dairy Breakfast! 5:31

13d ago5:31

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Ants in the muffins meant they had to ask the sheriff to deliver all the donuts he could find! Bob and Nancy Faith recall memories from their experience hosting the first-ever Green County Breakfast on the Farm 45 years ago. They started a few traditions as trailblazers, which are unique to the Green County breakfast: coffee cake instead of pancake…

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Timms Continues His Knoxville Dominance, Bacon and KTJ Split USAC Corn Belt Clash Wins + A Chat with TEAM DGRD's Dennis Gainey 2:00:16

13d ago2:00:16

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We were treated to an awesome weekend of racing at the Sprint Car Capital of the World, May 30 and 31, with the USAC National Sprint cars in town alongside the Knoxville Championship Series 360s and 410s. It was the Ryan Timms show once again; Brady Bacon moved one step closer to making history on Friday, and KTJ put a beating on the field Saturday…

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Dairy Industry Vet Vouches For University Research 12:38

17d ago12:38

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Mike Brown serves as the vice president for dairy market intelligence at T. C. Jacoby & Company, Inc. He's an expert on milk pricing policy who has worked for both farmer-owned cooperatives and proprietary businesses for nearly four decades. Throughout his career, he has been a big proponent of university research. Mike says university research has…

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CALS Expecting Largest Class - Still Navigating Unknown Funding 6:47

17d ago6:47

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UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Dean Glenda Gillaspy talks to Mid-West Farm Report about the work stoppages and funding freezes going on in research within CALS. She says she's looking for guidance on why certain research gets flagged by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In other news, the college is expecting its largest cla…

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Feta, Asiago, Havarti -- Common Names Not Accepted By The EU 7:21

17d ago7:21

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Something as simple as the name of a food can be a trade barrier for U.S. dairy. Shawna Morris is the executive vice president for trade policy and global affairs for the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council. She says there are quite a few unfair trade policies that the European Union forces on the United States. Geo…

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Feeding Livestock And New Domestic Markets Are Key For Soybean Industry 6:31

17d ago6:31

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The soybean industry has been working diligently to make sure all the soybeans grown in the U.S. have a place to go and the united soybean board has been a large part of this. Mary Stewart works with the Health and Nutrition demand side of the United Soybean Board to gives a look into the health benefits soybeans have as well as the work USB is doi…

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USB Works To Allow More Soybeans To Be Shipped On The Mississippi 4:45

17d ago4:45

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The soybean industry has been working diligently to make sure all the soybeans grown in the U.S. have a place to go and the united soybean board has been a large part of this. Pat Giberson a Director with the United Soybean Board shares some unique things that soybeans are a part of as well as their work to make the Mississippi River deeper to allo…

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Classic Green Reunion Approaches And Dairy Keeps Rally Going - Yonkman 50:00

17d ago50:00

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John Deere enthusiasts and tractor lovers from around the globe are going to be headed to Washington County in June. Co-chair Dan Guden of Athens, WI invites you to the Classic Green Reunion June 12-14 at the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center in West Bend. This family-friendly event will feature over 1,000 tractors, implements, engine…

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Ag Teacher Scramble Begins And SNAP Cuts Hurt Farmers Too 50:00

17d ago50:00

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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…

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U.S. Dairy Furthers Partnership With Indonesia 9:22

18d ago9:22

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The U.S. dairy industry took a milestone step to further collaborations with Indonesia. Shawna Morris is the executive vice president for trade policy and global affairs for the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council. These are two of several organizations that signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesia that c…

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First-Generation Farm Hosts Iowa County Dairy Breakfast 7:27

18d ago7:27

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B. Kurt Dairy, a first-generation dairy farm passionate about educating people about food and farming, is hosting the Iowa County Dairy Breakfast. Enjoy a locally-sourced breakfast from 6:30-10:30 a.m. that includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream. After breakfast, check out the kids' area, petting zoo, live music, a fa…

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Tips For Recent Graduates During Their Job Hunt 13:28

18d ago13:28

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The school year is coming to a close and many students are graduating. A big question for them is where are the jobs? Tammy Jensen the President of agriCAREERS gives some insight and tips for these recent graduates. She says currently the service sector in agriculture is in high demand for workers. Jensen believes the reason for the shortage is tha…

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Spring Weather Looks To Provide Good Start To Growing Season- Heinberg 7:26

19d ago7:26

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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 …

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Peony Farm & Festival Prepares For Thousands Of Visitors 18:06

19d ago18:06

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The fifth annual Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival will be here June 13-15 in Beaver Dam, and this year, it’s attracting an international audience. Today, we’re catching up with Michelle Ovans of Ovans Peony Farm in Beaver Dam - the state’s largest fresh-cut peony farm. Michelle cares for more than 1,600 peony plants representing about 100 varieties.…

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