Rick Adamski and Valerie Dantoin, the hardworking farmers at Full Circle Farm in Shawano County, have been named finalists for the Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award. Their family farm, which has been around for over a century, shows a strong commitment to sustainable farming through creative conservation practices. Rick and Valerie talk with Charitee Seebecker about how they manage grazing and diversify what they grow. They've effectively blended caring for the environment with their farming approach.
The latest crop progress report shows just how dry Wisconsin is. Stu Muck, ag meteorologist says that there's a good chance of rain in the forecast beginning Wednesday afternoon.
One of the best Jersey herds in the nation is going through a dispersal sale beginning this Friday. Randy Cath with Steffes Auction Group tells Pam Jahnke about the pedigrees and various options buyers have to see the animals and participate in the bidding. Paid for by Steffes Group.
The markets are a little nervous in front of next week's election. John Heinberg, market analyst with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, joins Pam Jahnke to highlight some of the areas getting action. He says that international buyers are particularly keen to get ahead on any potential tariffs that could be reinstated in the Trump administration's heading back to the White House.