Joe Hovel has been dedicated to conservation and enhancing the environment for decades.  His work has not only safeguarded thousands of acres for future generations but also inspired a broader movement toward sustainable land management. Im Through a combination of hands-on stewardship and collaborative partnerships, Joe has made a lasting impact on the health of critical ecosystems and has been named a finalist for the Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award. He shares a closer look at his journey and the values that drive his efforts to protect some of the region’s most vital natural resources with Charitee Seebecker.

Preliminary data shows more acres are enrolled in a farmland preservation program, according to Wednesday Coye, farmland preservation program manager with the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. She says so far, they've seen more than 2,000 acres enter the programs since last year. She says it's due to the increased incentives the state Legislature passed in December 2023. Stephanie Hoff has the update.With seasonal holiday buying and consumption coming up, has the cheese market already peaked? 

Ryan Yonkman, vice president of producer services at EverAg, joins Pam Jahnke to break down what's breaking down in the cheese lane, and how retail sales are pacing.