As snow begins to accumulate this winter, farm building safety and maintenance are integral in preventing total roof collapse, says David Bohnhoff.

As snow begins to accumulate this winter, farm building safety and maintenance are integral in preventing total roof collapse, says David Bohnhoff.

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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Keep Your Buildings Safe This Winter

I’ll bet you probably think of Budweiser when you think of the Clydesdale horses. The commercials have certainly made this breed popular. What you may not know is that they are on the endangered species list. We talk about it with Nancy Osterhaus, past president of the Midwest Draft Horse Enthusiasts. First, she tells me about the association and how she cares for these gentle giants -- weighing a ton each -- at her farm in Columbus.

I’ll bet you probably think of Budweiser when you think of the Clydesdale horses. The commercials have certainly made this breed popular. What you may not know is that they are on the endangered species list. We talk about it with Nancy Osterhaus, past president of the Midwest Draft Horse Enthusiasts. First, she tells me about the association and how she cares for these gentle giants -- weighing a ton each -- at her farm in Columbus.

The Popular Clydesdale Is Actually An Endangered Species

The Curly is a breed of horse from North America known for its unique gene that gives their coats, manes, and tails princess curls. Curly owner Amy Wall of Peshtigo tells us about this rare breed that could be your next best friend. The Curly Horse is often considered the only hypoallergenic horse breed. Wall says the horses are also friendly and their hair can be used in fiber arts.

The Curly is a breed of horse from North America known for its unique gene that gives their coats, manes, and tails princess curls. Curly owner Amy Wall of Peshtigo tells us about this rare breed that could be your next best friend. The Curly Horse is often considered the only hypoallergenic horse breed. Wall says the horses are also friendly and their hair can be used in fiber arts.

Ringlets & Curls Define This Rare Horse

The Mauston School District picked up one of Wisconsin's Farm-to-School grants, and it's moving their locally grown food effort forward.  Charitee Seebecker finds out what's happening with school coordinator, Jacqui Peyer.

Craig Trnka is the CEO of the World Championship Blacksmiths, LLC. He explains how blacksmithing has evolved and gives us perspective into the life of a blacksmith. 

USDA is implementing new testing requirements for dairy cattle crossing state lines.  It's all about monitoring HPAI in the dairy population. Stephanie Hoff gets the details from Alan Bjerga, from the National Milk Producers Federation.

Meet Cierra Essock, one of the six finalists for the Alice in Dairyland position.  Essock is currently an agriculture instructor at Hustisford.  Pam Jahnke visits with her.

Bryce Windecker, broker analyst with EverAg, gives Pam Jahnke perspective on how the market's reacting to the USDA announcement, and where the appetite is for cheese and butter.  He says the volatility in the Class III milk market has gotten some attention for cheese.

The Mauston School District picked up one of Wisconsin's Farm-to-School grants, and it's moving their locally grown food effort forward.  Charitee Seebecker finds out what's happening with school coordinator, Jacqui Peyer. Craig Trnka is the CEO of the World Championship Blacksmiths, LLC. He explains how blacksmithing has evolved and gives us perspective into the life of a blacksmith. USDA is implementing new testing requirements for dairy cattle crossing state lines.  It's all about monitoring HPAI in the dairy population. Stephanie Hoff gets the details from Alan Bjerga, from the National Milk Producers Federation. Meet Cierra Essock, one of the six finalists for the Alice in Dairyland position.  Essock is currently an agriculture instructor at Hustisford.  Pam Jahnke visits with her.
Bryce Windecker, broker analyst with EverAg, gives Pam Jahnke perspective on how the market's reacting to the USDA announcement, and where the appetite is for cheese and butter.  He says the volatility in the Class III milk market has gotten some attention for cheese.

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