We’re heading to Airy Point Farms in St. Cloud, Wisconsin, where thousands of dahlias burst into bloom each summer. Nicole and Derek Sippel made the leap from six generations of conventional dairying into agricultural tourism -- hosting U-pick flowers, festivals, and community events. Nicole shares the challenges and opportunities of running a direct-to-consumer business, and why Dahlia Days has become a centerpiece for both beauty and community impact. This podcast series is brought to you courtesy of Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. Learn more about how to engage with Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry at https://gowiagtourism.com/.

We&rsquo;re heading to Airy Point Farms in St. Cloud, Wisconsin, where thousands of dahlias burst into bloom each summer. Nicole and Derek Sippel made the leap from six generations of conventional dairying into agricultural tourism -- hosting U-pick flowers, festivals, and community events. Nicole shares the challenges and opportunities of running a direct-to-consumer business, and why Dahlia Days has become a centerpiece for both beauty and community impact. This podcast series is brought to you courtesy of Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. Learn more about how to engage with Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry at&nbsp;<a href="https://gowiagtourism.com/">https://gowiagtourism.com/</a>.

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.

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It's time to find your next ag-venture with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Hundreds of Wisconsin specialty crop producers are eager to welcome you to their farms for food, recreation, and education. We're introducing you to these destinations courtesy of USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. WATA is increasing the demand for and sales of specialty crops and agricultural tourism experiences through the 'Wisconsin, America's Agricultural Tourism Destination' campaign. Learn more at https://gowiagtourism.com/

It's time to find your next ag-venture with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Hundreds of Wisconsin specialty crop producers are eager to welcome you to their farms for food, recreation, and education. We're introducing you to these destinations courtesy of USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. WATA is increasing the demand for and sales of specialty crops and agricultural tourism experiences through the 'Wisconsin, America's Agricultural Tourism Destination' campaign. Learn more at <a href="https://gowiagtourism.com/">https://gowiagtourism.com/</a>

Exploring Wisconsin Specialty Crops With WATA

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Dahlias Are Blooming In The Dairyland

Did you know keeping your lawn mower blades sharp is a critical key to a great lawn?  Many people don't!  Ben Jarboe finds out about some of the other ingredients that make up a lush, green lawn from Doug Soldat, UW-Madison Extension Turf Specialist.

After a few showers this morning, dry moderate weather moves into WI.  Stu Muck says rain shouldn't redevelop until later this week.

Traditionally lard was thought of as a key ingredient to flaky pie crusts.  Today - thanks to social media - lard is being used as a moisturizer for skin!  Kiley Allan finds out about it from  Julie Schroeder, Owner of Open Road Ranch.  Schroeder says lard is highly effective for skincare because its pH and lipid profile closely mimic human skin, allowing it to absorb easily. Naturally rich in vitamins and antioxidants, lard serves as an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment for conditions like eczema, rosacea, and minor wounds.

An agriculture instructor from Viroqua has been named the 2026 Miss Wisconsin USA!  Olivia Lulich, originally from Lyndon Station, was selected from the field on Saturday evening in Des Moines.  Lulich says her platform of helping people understand where their food comes from will be part of her Miss Wisconsin USA conversations.

It's officially June Dairy month in Wisconsin, and farms are ready for visitors.  Stephanie Hoff introduces us to the hosts for the Sauk Co Breakfast on the Farm, the Luxton family from Hillpoint.  Tom and Kay Luxton at Windi Ridge Farm say the breakfast has prompted them on some projects they wanted to get done like installing a new driveway and painting the parlor.  They remind visitors that it's about more than just the breakfast.

Did you know keeping your lawn mower blades sharp is a critical key to a great lawn?&nbsp; Many people don't!&nbsp; Ben Jarboe finds out about some of the other ingredients that make up a lush, green lawn from Doug Soldat, UW-Madison Extension Turf Specialist.
After a few showers this morning, dry moderate weather moves into WI.&nbsp; Stu Muck says rain shouldn't redevelop until later this week.
Traditionally lard was thought of as a key ingredient to flaky pie crusts.&nbsp; Today - thanks to social media - lard is being used as a moisturizer for skin!&nbsp; Kiley Allan finds out about it from&nbsp; Julie Schroeder, Owner of Open Road Ranch.&nbsp; Schroeder says lard is highly effective for skincare because its pH and lipid profile closely mimic human skin, allowing it to absorb easily. Naturally rich in vitamins and antioxidants, lard serves as an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory treatment for conditions like eczema, rosacea, and minor wounds.
An agriculture instructor from Viroqua has been named the 2026 Miss Wisconsin USA!&nbsp; Olivia Lulich, originally from Lyndon Station, was selected from the field on Saturday evening in Des Moines.&nbsp; Lulich says her platform of helping people understand where their food comes from will be part of her Miss Wisconsin USA conversations.
It's officially June Dairy month in Wisconsin, and farms are ready for visitors.&nbsp; Stephanie Hoff introduces us to the hosts for the Sauk Co Breakfast on the Farm, the Luxton family from Hillpoint.&nbsp; Tom and Kay Luxton at Windi Ridge Farm say the breakfast has prompted them on some projects they wanted to get done like installing a new driveway and painting the parlor.&nbsp; They remind visitors that it's about more than just the breakfast.

People Are Doing What With Lard - And WI Ag Teacher Is Now Miss WI USA

Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to host a community dairy breakfast as we tour a family farm in the hilly Driftless region. Stephanie Hoff visits Windi Ridge Farm as part of her Leaders of the Land tour with Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. The 35th annual Sauk County Breakfast on the Farm is bringing together more than 75 local businesses to spotlight the Luxton family's dedication to the community, the animals, and the land. This interview also explores how these "leaders of the land" use contour strips and expert-approved nutrient management plans to preserve soil health for generations to come.

Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to host a community dairy breakfast as we tour a family farm in the hilly Driftless region. Stephanie Hoff visits Windi Ridge Farm as part of her Leaders of the Land tour with Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. The 35th annual Sauk County Breakfast on the Farm is bringing together more than 75 local businesses to spotlight the Luxton family's dedication to the community, the animals, and the land. This interview also explores how these "leaders of the land" use contour strips and expert-approved nutrient management plans to preserve soil health for generations to come.

Breakfast Hosts Discuss Contour Strips, Cow Comfort & Community

The U.S. Senate has yet to take action on allowing E-15 use year round across the nation.  It's a frustrating spot for Wisconsin biofuels facilities to be in.  Erik Huschitt, General Manager at Badger State Ethanol in Monroe, and current President of the WI Biofuels Association feels it.  He tells Pam Jahnke that "big oil" is actually on E-15's side in this debate.  The problem, he says, is a small group of midsized refiners that have been getting a lot of benefits from the current system.  Huschitt notes that consumers are on board, big oil is in support, but the lobbying arm of those midsized refiners is stopping any forward progress in D.C.

Gorgeous weekend on the way for Wisconsin.  The only thing missing is a little rain to keep coaxing crops along.  Stu Muck gives us the warm, dry details through Monday.

The weather this spring has come in fits and spurts for livestock owners.  Kiley Allan finds out that horse owners need to exercise a little caution introducing horses to the spring grass that has accelerated in growth lately.  Dr. Lisa Neeson, equine vet at Irongate Equine Clinic, says that horse with Cushing's, Equine Metabolic Syndrome, or those carrying extra weight could be at risk.  She says putting horses out on pasture for just 30-60 minutes at time is smart.  She also suggested those visits happen between 10 a.m. - and 3 p.m. when sugar levels in grasses are lower.

When consumers pick up a package of beef at the store, they may not understand everything that influences the price shown on that package.  Stephanie Hoff introduces labor strikes as an unnoticed influence on some of those prices.  Jeff Hadachek, UW Ag Economist explains how these strikes occur and how they can quickly skew the price consumers pay for the products they want.

The U.S. Senate has yet to take action on allowing E-15 use year round across the nation.&nbsp; It's a frustrating spot for Wisconsin biofuels facilities to be in.&nbsp; Erik Huschitt, General Manager at Badger State Ethanol in Monroe, and current President of the WI Biofuels Association feels it.&nbsp; He tells Pam Jahnke that "big oil" is actually on E-15's side in this debate.&nbsp; The problem, he says, is a small group of midsized refiners that have been getting a lot of benefits from the current system.&nbsp; Huschitt notes that consumers are on board, big oil is in support, but the lobbying arm of those midsized refiners is stopping any forward progress in D.C.
Gorgeous weekend on the way for Wisconsin.&nbsp; The only thing missing is a little rain to keep coaxing crops along.&nbsp; Stu Muck gives us the warm, dry details through Monday.
The weather this spring has come in fits and spurts for livestock owners.&nbsp; Kiley Allan finds out that horse owners need to exercise a little caution introducing horses to the spring grass that has accelerated in growth lately.&nbsp; Dr. Lisa Neeson, equine vet at Irongate Equine Clinic, says that horse with Cushing's, Equine Metabolic Syndrome, or those carrying extra weight could be at risk.&nbsp; She says putting horses out on pasture for just 30-60 minutes at time is smart.&nbsp; She also suggested those visits happen between 10 a.m. - and 3 p.m. when sugar levels in grasses are lower.
When consumers pick up a package of beef at the store, they may not understand everything that influences the price shown on that package.&nbsp; Stephanie Hoff introduces labor strikes as an unnoticed influence on some of those prices.&nbsp; Jeff Hadachek, UW Ag Economist explains how these strikes occur and how they can quickly skew the price consumers pay for the products they want.

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