Here in Wisconsin, beer is something we know and love. But you can’t have flavorful, aromatic beer without a very important specialty crop -- hops! August is a busy time of year in the hop yard. This is when the cones come off the vine and go to the brewery. But it’s more complicated than that. Today we’re heading to Four Winds Farm in Fitchburg with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Farm Manager Joey Dunscombe tells us what it takes to grow and harvest hops. 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/.

Here in Wisconsin, beer is something we know and love. But you can’t have flavorful, aromatic beer without a very important specialty crop -- hops! August is a busy time of year in the hop yard. This is when the cones come off the vine and go to the brewery. But it’s more complicated than that. Today we’re heading to Four Winds Farm in Fitchburg with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association. Farm Manager Joey Dunscombe tells us what it takes to grow and harvest hops. 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/.

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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Hop Harvest Underway At Four Winds Farm

Ethan Lane with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association will be keeping an eye on cabinet developments with the Trump Administration.  He tells Stephanie Hoff that aside from the Farm Bill, other issues like WOTUS will likely be addressed.Winter weather advisories are in effect for most of Wisconsin this morning. 

Stu Muck breaks down the wintery mix facing drivers today.

More than 50% of the global population is lactose intolerant.  That's a lot of potential customers for the dairy industry. Ben Jarboe visits with UW-River Falls researcher, Grace Lewis, about her development of lactose free ice cream.

Wisconsin's labor force on farms across the region went down this year versus last.  Pam Jahnke recaps the numbers.  Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives says this is an issue that must be addressed if consumer food will continue to be produced primarily within our borders.

Wisconsin's milk production remained flat in October, but some states continue to deal with the fallout from HPAI in dairy.  Pam Jahnke recaps the numbers, then talks with Jenny Wackershauser, broker/analyst with EverAg, about how processors are dealing with these patterns.

Ethan Lane with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association will be keeping an eye on cabinet developments with the Trump Administration.  He tells Stephanie Hoff that aside from the Farm Bill, other issues like WOTUS will likely be addressed.Winter weather advisories are in effect for most of Wisconsin this morning.  Stu Muck breaks down the wintery mix facing drivers today. More than 50% of the global population is lactose intolerant.  That's a lot of potential customers for the dairy industry. Ben Jarboe visits with UW-River Falls researcher, Grace Lewis, about her development of lactose free ice cream. Wisconsin's labor force on farms across the region went down this year versus last.  Pam Jahnke recaps the numbers.  Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives says this is an issue that must be addressed if consumer food will continue to be produced primarily within our borders. Wisconsin's milk production remained flat in October, but some states continue to deal with the fallout from HPAI in dairy.  Pam Jahnke recaps the numbers, then talks with Jenny Wackershauser, broker/analyst with EverAg, about how processors are dealing with these patterns.

Ice Cream For Lactose Intolerance And Dairy Herd Starting To Rebuild - Wackershauser

Wisconsin's been making inroads on international business, thanks in part to grant money from the WI Ag Export Council.  Jill Welke gets the update from Kaitlyn Kessler from the WI Beef Council on how things are progressing.

Snow on the way this week according to Stu Muck our ag meteorologist.

Professional Dairy Producers are making grant monies available to dairies across the state to pursue more information on their carbon footprint.  Shelly Mayer tells Pam Jahnke about how they're trying to empower farms with data that they keep private.

Farm tractor and combine sales started to crater according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.Telling the sustainability story about Wisconsin dairy farms is important for today's sales and the future.  

Charitee Seebecker talks to Laura Raatz a dairy operator from Northeast Wisconsin who's involved in different conservation groups and farming practices on their farm.  Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.

Wisconsin's been making inroads on international business, thanks in part to grant money from the WI Ag Export Council.  Jill Welke gets the update from Kaitlyn Kessler from the WI Beef Council on how things are progressing. Snow on the way this week according to Stu Muck our ag meteorologist. Professional Dairy Producers are making grant monies available to dairies across the state to pursue more information on their carbon footprint.  Shelly Mayer tells Pam Jahnke about how they're trying to empower farms with data that they keep private. Farm tractor and combine sales started to crater according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.Telling the sustainability story about Wisconsin dairy farms is important for today's sales and the future.  Charitee Seebecker talks to Laura Raatz a dairy operator from Northeast Wisconsin who's involved in different conservation groups and farming practices on their farm.  Paid for by Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.

State Beef Makes Bid Internationally And Tractor Sales Slow

There's no doubt that 2025 is going to present all forms of agriculture some challenges. That's why Compeer Financials stressing partnerships, and leaning in on expertise in areas where you have questions.

Pam Jahnke visits with Compeer CEO, Jase Wagner, during the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention. Wagner explains key areas they're watching post-election ranging from appointments to the Health & Human Services Secretary's spot to rural infrastructure.

There's no doubt that 2025 is going to present all forms of agriculture some challenges. That's why <a href="https://compeer.com/">Compeer Financials</a> stressing partnerships, and leaning in on expertise in areas where you have questions.
Pam Jahnke visits with<a href="https://compeer.com/"> Compeer</a> CEO, Jase Wagner, during the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention. Wagner explains key areas they're watching post-election ranging from appointments to the Health &amp; Human Services Secretary's spot to rural infrastructure.

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