Ho Ho Holy Cheese! It's Go Time For Wisconsin Dairy - Jonathon Hallock

The holidays are upon us and grocery carts are filling up with all the essentials for baking, cooking, and entertaining. One big winner this time of year? Dairy. Today, we’re talking about how dairy sales grow in November and December, and what Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is doing at retail to suppo…

County Fairs End On A High Note

In 2025 many Wisconsin county fairs were focused on more than just carnival rides and cotton candy.  Jayme Buttke, executive secretary of the Wisconsin Association of Fairs says they were also focused on measuring their real worth to their communities, and strategizing how to engage the next group …

It's The Holidays! So Why Is The Dairy Complex Cratering? Bryce Windecker

As the season for charitable giving arrives, the Wisconsin 4-H program is reassuring donors that their gifts will have a greater impact following a recent administrative change in its fundraising structure. The Wisconsin 4-H program has transitioned its fundraising to the Wisconsin Foundation and A…

DNR Deer Manager Set To Retire And Not All Honey Handlers Happy

Wisconsin had a fairly successful harvest during the recent gun/deer season.  Ben Jarboe gets the details from DNR deer program specialist, Jeff Pritzl.  He says weather was an overriding factor to hunters' success again this year.  He also notes that it appears hunters donated more deer this year,…

Wasn't The Best Year, Says Honey Producer

A Rhinelander-based beekeeper reports that 2025 was a challenging year, marked by significant colony losses last winter and a severely reduced honey harvest this summer. Chris Hansen of Hansen Honey Farm tells Mid-West Farm Report the season began with an aggressive focus on recovery due to high o…

Holidays Or Consumer Trends? Demand For Processed Produce Increases

There's been an increase in demand for canned and frozen fruits and vegetables. Although the Holidays are upon us, it's likely not the only reason more people are reaching for the products. Nick Novak, President of the Midwest Food Products Association, gives us a peak behind the curtain when it co…

Navigating The Road Ahead: Livestock Transportation Hot Topics

Our livestock industry doesn’t stand still. Animals are being transported across the state, and country, every day. Transporting is center stage at the Livestock Marketing Association. Jara Settles is General Counsel and Vice President of Risk Mitigation at Livestock Marketing Association. She tell…

When Convenience Combusts: Reducing Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Risk

Lithium ion batteries are found in many of the electronics we use in our every day lives. They're convenient and energy packed, but have also been known to combust. Michael Wos is Executive Director of the Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation. He tells us what we need to kno…

Animal Agriculture Alliance Says Donate Local

It's common to see commercials featuring cold and sad pets during the holiday season. Often accompanied by moving music, these commercials urge viewers to donate. Unfortunately, the reality is that, typically, these commercials don’t support local animal shelters. Instead, they support animal right…

Big Farmland Shift In Next 20 Years

Despite a recent dip in net farm income, U.S. farmland values remain historically high, according to a specialty asset management expert. While a sharp run-up in prices occurred in 2021 and 2022, the market is currently in a plateau pattern, with strong demand supporting high-quality acreage. Cole…