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Thoreson & Heilprin

Mid-West Family Marketing

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A podcast of Zach Heilprin and Ebo Thoeson's weekly radio show, which airs every Thursday from 6-7p live from Monk's Bar and Grill in Sun Prairie. Join Zach and Ebo each week as they discuss the latest stories surrounding the Wisconsin Badgers. Find the show live on Zone Madison and YouTube.
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Microbials Matter

Mid-West Farm Report

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Welcome to the Microbials Matter Podcast, where microbials matter! Our host, Dr. William Zimmer, veterinarian, and founder of Bio-Vet has been researching and developing microbial and nutritional products to support digestion and overall health in livestock for 30 years. Experts join the podcast to talk about all things animal health and nutrition and how the microbiome plays a critical role in animal health and vitality. For more information, visit Bio-Vet.com for more.
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Calves are valuable no matter how you plan on using them, such as replacement heifers or beef. So how can you protect that investment in your own barn? It may seem obvious, but where there’s manure, there’s bacteria. And while manure is a natural element in a barn, it might have negative implications for your calves. Patrick Lecavalier is the vice …
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Wind, moisture, and freezing temperatures can lead to ill chickens if you don't make preparations now to keep them comfortable. Division of Extension Poultry Specialist Ron Kean joins Stephanie Hoff in-studio with tips on how to prepare your backyard birds for winter. He walks us through recommendations on feed, heat, housing, and water. And he add…
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Fall is a beautiful time of year for a drive in the country to witness a Wisconsin harvest with a backdrop of changing leaves. Badger Farms LLC in Deerfield sweetens the deal with a stunning and historical event barn overlooking 500 acres of canary grass. Dave Muehl says agritourism and the special forage crop business balance each other out to kee…
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Joe Hovel has been dedicated to conservation and enhancing the environment for decades. His work has not only safeguarded thousands of acres for future generations but also inspired a broader movement toward sustainable land management. Im Through a combination of hands-on stewardship and collaborative partnerships, Joe has made a lasting impact on…
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When you think cattle thieves, you probably think about old westerns and something that happens in wide open spaces. Surprise! It's happening in Wisconsin. Just this spring, $20,000 worth of livestock were taken from a beef operation in Jackson County. Lt. Evan Mazur worked on the case. Stephanie Hoff gets the details. Harvest is nearly done with s…
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The Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association (WSCGA) announced the Governor’s Proclamation of Cranberry Grower Appreciation Week, running from October 14-20, 2024. This week celebrates the hard work, innovation, and dedication of cranberry growers throughout the state, including prominent family-owned operations like Cutler Cranberry Company, …
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A group of 20 Italian farmers were in Wisconsin over the past few days on vacation visiting agribusinesses. Tour guide and translator Elio Mastrangelo says his travelers can't help but do some work on this trip asking questions about business since Wisconsin farmers are willing to share answers. "When you visit a farm, you speak with the farmer... …
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The state’s farmland preservation managers are seeing more interest in the preservation programs thanks to the higher incentives approved by the state Legislature late last year. Tim Jackson is the agricultural land use planning and ordinance specialist and Wednesday Coye is a farmland preservation program manager at DATCP. They share with us some …
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Wisconsin’s agricultural community is banding together as a challenging situation unfolds for poultry producers across the state. The closure of Pure Prairie Poultry, a Minnesota-based processing plant, has left contracted growers in Wisconsin and surrounding states with an unexpected burden: thousands of birds to care for with no financial support…
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Get ready, cheese lovers! Today is dedicated to one of Wisconsin’s tastiest treasures — the squeaky, savory, irresistible cheese curd. Whether you love them fresh, fried, or flavored, National Cheese Curd Day is the ultimate celebration of this beloved snack. So, how are you planning to indulge in curd heaven this year? John Freeman, Director of Sa…
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Cooper Humphries is following the combines in Dodge, Columbia and Jefferson counties these days. He says corn continues to dry down in the fields and he's just starting to get a look at some of his plots and the hybrids that are dominating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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Weather and breakdowns can shut the harvest process down quickly. Ben Jarboe finds out what farm equipment suppliers are doing to help minimize the time lost with breakdowns. He talks with Danielle Waterworth the vice president of Dealer and Customer Support for Case IH and New Holland Ag dealers. There might be a little rain in the forecast for th…
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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. Pa…
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Federal Milk Marketing Orders, a new Farm Bill, international conflicts. It's all influencing where markets are going and what decisions farms need to make for 2025. Bob Bosold visit with Dan Basse, ag economist with Ag Resource, to get direction. It's Wisconsin Science Fest week statewide and agriculture is it's focus! One educational offering is …
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We're walking into a very stressful time of year between the harvest, the holidays, and the upcoming election. Monica McConkey is a rural mental health specialist and one of two state-funded farm counselors in Minnesota. She has some advice for us on how and when to get help before you or a loved one goes into crisis mode. After all, the agricultur…
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Lely's Yellow Revolution introduces three new products for dairy farms. The new products – a manure robot that is also applicable for barns with sand bedding, an automatic feed pusher for large-scale farms, and a concept for smart monitoring of cows and barn operation – are the newest answers to the challenges that dairy farmers worldwide face. All…
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Imagine being able to predict when a calf isn't feeling its best – before it even shows signs of being sick. Thanks to cutting-edge technology, dairy farmers can now keep a watchful eye on their young stock around the clock, with smart tags that track each calf’s daily habits. Brant Kreuscher, Dairy Business Development Manager for Merck Animal Hea…
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While it’s technically fall in Wisconsin, people are still out with their lawnmowers, sprayers, and hoses as if it’s already time to get ready for spring. It just so happens that these last months before winter are key to a successful lawn for next year. Professor and Turfgrass Extension Specialist Paul Koch works with commercial businesses and hom…
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Of the top four dairy producing states, Wisconsin is the only one to not have a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza case in dairy cattle. But America’s Dairyland producers can still be a part of the Dairy Herd Status Program. It’s a voluntary, incentive-based program that will monitor your herd so that you can stay ahead of HPAI if it does hit Wiscon…
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Whether you're on the farm or at your desk, knowing about the economy is crucial for making smart choices in farming. And With changing global markets, shifting weather patterns, and new policies, keeping up with economic trends can greatly affect your farming business. Dan Basse, an agricultural economist at Ag Resource Company shares what farmers…
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Conservationist Joe Hovel has spent decades dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of forested lands across the Upper Midwest. His work has not only safeguarded thousands of acres for future generations but also inspired a broader movement toward sustainable land management. Through a combination of hands-on stewardship…
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There’s a chance for you to explore the world of agriculture while enjoying a beer or two. The Wisconsin Science Festival is going on Oct. 14-20. This is a statewide celebration of activities for all ages from hands-on science exhibitions to pub nights. This year, the theme of the festival is agriculture. Fran Puleo Moyer, associate director of out…
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Clara Hedrich of LaClare Family Creamery is our next guest in this specialty crop series with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Clara knows a thing or two about turning an idea into a thriving business model. Her experience starting a farm business, a goat milk cooperative, and an agricultural tourism destination is among the wisdom a…
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It is hard to start a new farm in today's world, with inflation and less land being available. There are resources available to help like the Food Finance Institute. Tera Johnson the founder of the Food Finance Institute explains why she started the resource with the University as well as how they are able to help new food businesses and farmers wh…
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The U.S. Drought Monitor puts most of Wisconsin in an abnormally dry or severe drought. That's likely to get worse as there's no rain in the forecast. Dan Marzu is the north-central region nutrient and pest management outreach specialist with the Division of Extension. He says winter crops will struggle coming out of the ground if that soil moistur…
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It's National 4-H Week! Pam Jahnke finds out how membership and activities are trending in the state from Jessica Jens, WI State 4-H Program Manager.Hurricane Milton made landfall last night in Florida. We get an update on the path of destruction from Stu Muck, ag meteorologist. October is Pork Month, but why. Christina Meylor, president of the WI …
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The migration of birds is currently peaking in Wisconsin, prompting a focus on avian health and conservation. Ryan Brady, a member of the Save Our Songbirds initiative, emphasizes the importance of this campaign. Over the past 50 years, North America has seen a dramatic decline in bird populations, with approximately one in three birds lost. The Sa…
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Food Banks have become even more important since Covid and one in Wisconsin goes the extra mile by helping those in need and local farmers. Michelle Orge, the President of Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin, says that they are a connector by taking in donations and buying food for farmers and preparing it for food pantries to give out. …
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The war in Ukraine creates many hardships for the farmers including worrying about drone strikes. Stephanie Hoff talks to Olga Polozova about how their ability to farm has been impacted by the war. It's a Wyffels Wednesday and Farm Director Pam Jahnke talks to Steve Quade about how their varieties of corn dealt with the wet spring and dry fall. Cha…
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National 4-H Week, celebrated from October 6-12, honors the impact of 4-H programs that have shaped youth leaders for over 100 years. In Wisconsin, the tradition continues as youth develop essential life skills through hands-on learning. Angie Ulness, Manitowoc County Dairy Youth Specialist and 4-H alum, shares her 4-H journey and its lasting influ…
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Alfalfa growers have a tool at their disposal courtesy of Extension that can help them determine the best time to cut their stands. The cut time can dictate just how persistent your alfalfa is. Scott Newell joins us. He’s the alfalfa outreach specialist at the UW-Madison’s Division of Extension. He says fall cutting management is an important part …
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Bayer Crop Sciences does its vegetable research and development right here in Wisconsin - DeForest, to be specific. Site lead Ben Stonewall says the research station looks at sweet corn, onions, beans, peas, and carrots, just to name a few. They look at the early stages of these vegetables to ensure a quality seed gets to producers. Stonewall expla…
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New research shows dairy calves might be getting too much to eat in their first couple of feedings. Dairy farmers might need to make an adjustment. Luckily, there’s an app for that. Dr. Don Sockett is a veterinarian with the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Lab. And Dr. Tom Earleywine is the director of nutritional services with Land O Lakes Animal …
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Dairy farmers are always on the lookout for ways to boost efficiency and sustainability in their operations. One often overlooked strategy may already be growing in their fields—alfalfa. Beyond being a reliable forage, this crop holds incredible potential to improve soil health and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers. Marta Kohmann, UW-Extens…
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World Dairy Expo makes Wisconsin a hot spot for visiting trade partners. Haley Milan is the global agribusiness team leader at the U.S. Commercial Service. She coordinates delegations from around the world to come to the U.S. and buy products. World Dairy Expo is one of the trade shows where she brings international groups. See omnystudio.com/liste…
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About a dozen Ukrainian dairy farmers came to Wisconsin this past week to experience the World Dairy Expo and to explore new technologies to bring back home. Olga Polozova from central Ukraine owns Krasnogirske, LLC and is a member of the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine. She says it wasn't easy to organize a trade delegation to the U.S. si…
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2024 has been far from ideal for corn growing in Wisconsin. Now agronomists and farmers across the state are learning about just how resilient corn genetics can be! Steve Quade, Regional Manager for Wyffels Hybrids, has been pulling yield data from key plot locations in Jefferson, Dane, Green and Rock counties. He notes that a lot can depend on soi…
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From growing up on a dairy farm in Brazil to becoming a trusted expert in Wisconsin’s dairy heartland, Dr. Tiago Tomazi has always had cows in his sights. Now a Technical Services Veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, he's bringing his global experience and passion for animal care to the barns of Wisconsin. Tomazi explains what brought him to Wisc…
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The genetics that farmers want in a dairy cow was not the same 10 years ago as it is today. And it won’t be the same 10 years from now, either. That’s according to this year’s World Dairy Expo International Person of the Year Paul Larmer of Semex. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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Abrielle Kane chats with Pam about how 90% of Wisconsin milk is made into Wisconsin cheese. In tunrn 90% of that cheese is sold out of state. Thanks to programs like Top Chef, they are seeing a bump in the demand and recognition of Wisconsin cheese. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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South Carolina Farm Bureau President Harry Ott saw Hurricane Helene’s fury first-hand on his family’s crop farm. And he estimates the state’s agriculture industry will lose millions of dollars during a year that’s already been hard for farmers with low prices and poor weather. Ott stresses that the need for the improvements in Farm Bill drafts are …
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American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall tells us that natural disasters such as the destruction from Hurricane Helene, underscore the need for a stronger farm economy. He says farm labor solutions, reformed Federal Milk Marketing Orders, and crop insurance updates in the Farm Bill are the keys to a resilient farm economy. He tells us…
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World Dairy Expo welcomed Farm Bureau presidents from across the U.S. Stephanie Hoff caught up with the presidents of South Carolina and North Carolina Farm Bureaus to discuss agriculture damage caused by Hurricane Helene. AFBF President, Zippy Duvall, has roots in dairy. He says he's glad to be in Wisconsin, and is really enjoying the World Dairy …
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What is it like having a hurricane hit your farm? Imagine floods so big it displaces your cattle. Imagine your crop leveled just as you were about to harvest. That’s the story we’re hearing from the Carolinas. Shawn Harding is the president of North Carolina Farm Bureau. North Carolina was one of the states hit by Hurricane Helene, where crops and …
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Pam talks with Richard Edwards with Anpario, a global company based in the UK. Anpario has a number of products for monogatric animals and looks to expand their offerings for products of the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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Dr. Nate Haas chats with Pam about the breaking news of Anpario and Bio-Vet joining forces. The products and faces will remain the same but the opportunity for growth in markets is exciting for all involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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Brad Herkenhoff, Senior Dairy Lending Specialist for Compeer talks to us about risk management for dairies. Dairy cattle numbers are staying steady so finding replacements to expand the dairy can be a challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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We caught up with Jay Retzer, Senior Dairy Lending Specialist for Compeer Financial. Jay tells us that building costs continue to rise and farms looking to expand are now considering purchasing an existing site. This helps to save money over building and can be helpful with the permitting process as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…
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Janet Clark speaks to some of the programs funded by Checkoff dollars. More importantly, she encourages everyone to get connected and ask the questions about what checkoff is doing for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Από τον Pam Jahnke
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