Chris Ritscher Shares the story of his farm that has been around since 1854 and some of the memories he made there.

Chris Ritscher Shares the story of his farm that has been around since 1854 and some of the memories he made there.

Join Pam Jahnke for the latest farm news. Heard daily on WOZN 96.7 FM and 1670 AM in Madison Wisconsin from 5-6am. Also heard on affiliate stations all over Wisconsin.

Join Pam Jahnke for the latest farm news. Heard daily on WOZN 96.7 FM and 1670 AM in Madison Wisconsin from 5-6am. Also heard on affiliate stations all over Wisconsin.

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

.In partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair, the Mid-West Farm report is highlighting Century and Sesquicentennial Farm and Home Award winners. 

.In partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair, the Mid-West Farm report is highlighting Century and Sesquicentennial Farm and Home Award winners.

Wisconsin Century & Sesquicentennial Farm Salute

Daily audio and podcasts from the Mid-West Farm Report Madison!

Daily audio and podcasts from the Mid-West Farm Report Madison!

Chris Ritscher- Buffalo County Century & Sesquicentennial Farm

Robert Sandman's family century farm in Bangor, La Crosse County, has a rich history that dates back to his grandfather's arrival from Germany in 1882. His grandfather purchased the land in 1921 and 1924, establishing a farm that initially raised a mix of animals, including pigs, chickens, and cows. Robert's father passed away suddenly in 1978, leaving the farm to him. Over the years, the farm evolved from a dairy operation to a cash crop farm. Despite the challenges, including the loss of his mother in 2017, Robert takes pride in the legacy of his family's hard work and dedication to farming. He reflects fondly on memories of growing up on the farm, fishing by the creek and working the land. As the third generation, Robert feels a deep connection to his family's history and is honored to continue their legacy, even as the farm's future remains uncertain.

Robert Sandman's family century farm in Bangor, La Crosse County, has a rich history that dates back to his grandfather's arrival from Germany in 1882. His grandfather purchased the land in 1921 and 1924, establishing a farm that initially raised a mix of animals, including pigs, chickens, and cows. Robert's father passed away suddenly in 1978, leaving the farm to him. Over the years, the farm evolved from a dairy operation to a cash crop farm. Despite the challenges, including the loss of his mother in 2017, Robert takes pride in the legacy of his family's hard work and dedication to farming. He reflects fondly on memories of growing up on the farm, fishing by the creek and working the land. As the third generation, Robert feels a deep connection to his family's history and is honored to continue their legacy, even as the farm's future remains uncertain.

Robert Sandman  -La Crosse County Century Farm

As farmers gear up for the fall harvest and prepare for the colder months ahead, understanding the latest weather patterns and forecasts is crucial. With changing conditions and unpredictable trends, insight from experts like Wisconsin State Climatologist Steve Vavrus offers valuable guidance for the agricultural community.

As farmers gear up for the fall harvest and prepare for the colder months ahead, understanding the latest weather patterns and forecasts is crucial. With changing conditions and unpredictable trends, insight from experts like Wisconsin State Climatologist Steve Vavrus offers valuable guidance for the agricultural community.

Farmers Advised: Don’t Rely on Last Year’s Winter

Dairy nutritionist Henry Holdorf, Purina Animal Nutrition, says this year, corn silage is variable due to when you planted your corn. He is noticing lower fiber digestibility, specifically neutral detergent fiber (NDF) digestibility. NDF digestibility is important because it can help determine how well a cow can use feed material, which can positively impact milk production. He advises mixing alternative feed ingredients into the ration or even raising the cutting height as you harvest corn silage.

Dairy nutritionist Henry Holdorf, Purina Animal Nutrition, says this year, corn silage is variable due to when you planted your corn. He is noticing lower fiber digestibility, specifically neutral detergent fiber (NDF) digestibility. NDF digestibility is important because it can help determine how well a cow can use feed material, which can positively impact milk production. He advises mixing alternative feed ingredients into the ration or even raising the cutting height as you harvest corn silage.

Chris Ritscher- Buffalo County Century & Sesquicentennial Farm

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