MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON
Focus On Energy - Saving Agriculture Money Through Energy Efficiency
Playlist by MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISONFocus on Energy is Wisconsin's statewide energy efficiency and renewable resource program that works with eligible residents and businesses to install cost-effective energy efficiency and renewable en…Follow the podcast:
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Kevin Weiler - Matt Redetzke - 7-15-26
The hosts for the 2026 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, No Joke Dairy in Stratford, are examples of what a partnership with Focus on Energy can accomplish. Pam Jahnke visits with Matt Redetzke, one of the brothers farming, about their fifth-generation family farm in Marathon County. Through carefu…
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No Joke Dairy Happy Partner With Focus On Energy
Marathon County is working hard to save energy. In 2025, more than 100 local businesses, manufacturers, schools, hospitals, and farms improved the efficiency of their facilities with support from Focus on Energy. Farming has played a major role in this achievement. Last year, 62 farms in Marathon …
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Meet Michelle Stangler An Alice Finalist Plus Greenhouse Saves Money In January
Dean Edge hails from Rimbey, Alberta, Canada. Edge became only the third Canadian to win the World Livestock Auctioneer Champion contest, which debuted in 1963. Edge made a trip to Thorp, WI to appear at the Premiere Livestock Auction yard. Jill Welke had a chance to find out why this young man …
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Greenhouse Finds Savings Through Energy Audit - Evan Croft - Bergmann Greenhouse
Bergmann's Greenhouses is a six-generation, family-owned Wisconsin business. Known for its exceptional plant quality, customer service, and deep community roots, Bergmann's operates year-round. Its long-standing reputation is reflected in local awards, including Best Greenhouse/Nursery and Best Gar…
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Maintenance Now - Rebates & Better Performance Later - Rosy Lane Holsteins
Milk cooling is one of the biggest energy users on a dairy. Inefficient systems force compressors to run longer and harder, driving up energy costs. That's a message that resonated with Jordan Matthews from Rosy Lane Holsteins in Watertown. This dairy operation milks about 1,600 cows across two s…
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Bigger Rebates & Farmer To Friend Program Launches - Jessica Mlsna, Focus On Energy
For 25 years, Focus on Energy has helped farmers choose energy-saving equipment that lowers costs and delivers long‑term value. This year, continue improving your farm with solutions backed by decades of savings. Increased Rebates in 2026 Focus on Energy is continuing to offer greater rewards for …
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Partnerships Matter - Brad Clinton & Jessica Mlsna
Clinton Farms is a 1,000-cow dairy operation, with 850 cows actively milking and a total herd of 2,200 animals on-site. With roots dating back four generations, the family has adopted modern technology and sustainable practices to keep the business thriving while maintaining environmental responsib…
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The Heat Is On - Focus On Savings - Kevin Weiler
As temperatures rise, so do the demands on our hardworking farmers. Longer workdays and increased operational costs can put a strain on resources. Focus on Energy is here to lend a helping hand with financial incentives that offset the installation of energy-efficient equipment, ensuring farmers ca…
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New Enhanced Incentives For 2025 - Jessica Mlsna
Starting in 2025, Focus on Energy is offering even greater rewards for improving the efficiency of your facilities. Take advantage of increased incentives when you upgrade your lighting, heating, and cooling systems with select prescriptive energy-saving equipment. These upgrades can significantly…
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Grain Driers And Irrigation - Money To Save - Jessica Mlsna
As the harvest winds down, many farms and agribusinesses may be thinking about updating their grain drying systems or revamping irrigation pumps. Focus on Energy can help! Jessica Mlsna runs down the opportunities with Pam Jahnke.
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