Heartbreaking and horrific scams are targeting Wisconsin seniors, especially in rural areas of the state where seniors are more isolated from daily news and conversation. Through no fault of their own, grandparents and other seniors are a target for expert thieves. They may have a substantial nest egg, use the telephone more, or receive benefits, such as Medicare and Social Security. Scams are not only financially devastating, but they can be emotionally taxing on an entire family. Michelle Reinen, administrator for the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection at DATCP has the details on "The Grandparents Scam," "The Romance Scam," and the "Imposter Scams," that prey on our oldest generations.

Heartbreaking and horrific scams are targeting Wisconsin seniors, especially in rural areas of the state where seniors are more isolated from daily news and conversation. Through no fault of their own, grandparents and other seniors are a target for expert thieves. They may have a substantial nest egg, use the telephone more, or receive benefits, such as Medicare and Social Security. Scams are not only financially devastating, but they can be emotionally taxing on an entire family. Michelle Reinen, administrator for the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection at DATCP has the details on "The Grandparents Scam," "The Romance Scam," and the "Imposter Scams," that prey on our oldest generations.

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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Protect Gramma & Grampa From These Scary Scams

Generosity of beef producers and the consumers that love it is apparent in Wisconsin!  The Wisconsin Beef Council has just concluded its first-ever "United in Beef" t-shirt campaign.  According to Kaitlyn Kessler, Director of Communications & Outreach for the Wisconsin Beef Council, they're getting ready to send high quality beef snack sticks to multiple Boys and Girls Club locations across the state. That's thanks in large part to generous supporters that purchased "United by Beef" t-shirts!  The shirts weave the story of the 250th birthday of the United States with imagery connecting beef producers.

Also in studio, Andy Gussert, State Director of the WI Boys and Girls Club.  Gussert explains why this partnership is meaningful.  He notes that club locations stretch beyond the urban centers of Wisconsin.  He says this is not just an urban audience.  Gussert notes that they're serving over 138,500 youth, and two-two thirds are outside Milwaukee & Madison. Most clubs do gardening and hydroponics.

Listen in as they discuss the synergy between the two groups bringing high quality beef snacks to those young, hungry minds.

Generosity of beef producers and the consumers that love it is apparent in Wisconsin! &nbsp;The Wisconsin Beef Council has just concluded its first-ever "United in Beef" t-shirt campaign. &nbsp;According to Kaitlyn Kessler, Director of Communications &amp; Outreach for the Wisconsin Beef Council, they're getting ready to send high quality beef snack sticks to multiple Boys and Girls Club locations across the state. That's thanks in large part to generous supporters that purchased "United by Beef" t-shirts! &nbsp;The shirts weave the story of the 250th birthday of the United States with imagery connecting beef producers.
Also in studio, Andy Gussert, State Director of the WI Boys and Girls Club. &nbsp;Gussert explains why this partnership is meaningful. &nbsp;He notes that club locations stretch beyond the urban centers of Wisconsin. &nbsp;He says this is not just an urban audience. &nbsp;Gussert notes that they're serving over 138,500 youth, and two-two thirds are outside Milwaukee &amp; Madison. Most clubs do gardening and hydroponics.
Listen in as they discuss the synergy between the two groups bringing high quality beef snacks to those young, hungry minds.

"United in Beef" Campaign Success - Andy Gussert and Kaitlyn Kessler

The pause button has been pressed on tariffs keeping foreign beef from entering the U.S. marketplace.  The window of opportunity is scheduled for 90 days, but it's 90 days of anxiety for beef producers and consumers.  Teri Barr talks with Darren VonRuden, president of the WI Farmers Union about the subject.  American beef producers worry this could upset the financial apple cart they're working with to try and rebuild the domestic herd.  At the same time, consumers want to know where this beef's coming from, how it was grown and inspected, and where it's going to be used in the U.S. food system.  Some things we know.  Many things we dont'.  Michelle Rameriz-White, Government Relations Director at WFU says she hasn't found out if this will actually help consumers.

A little rain moving in this morning to start what will be a scorching hot day.  Stu Muck explains that the heat will stick around, and so may the chance of rain.  Watch for thunderstorms.

While farmer growers may shake their fist at weeds, the conversations those weeds inspire help direct weed research in WI.  Pam Jahnke finds out that Dr. Rodrigo Werle, UW-Madison Extension finds research inspiration from those spirited conversations.  He says this is the time of the year he counts on WI farmers to share their challenges and what they're seeing with remaining weed pressures.  It may turn into the research projects he focuses on next year.

Now that the EPA has spoken, the renewable fuel industry is reacting. Geoff Cooper, the president and CEO of The Renewable Fuels Association, says it's a missed opportunity - one that should infuriate grain growers in the U.S.

Right now Wisconsin is awash with fresh produce.  From backyard gardens to farm fields, there's a lot of opportunity to capture summer flavors that can stretch through the winter and longer - if processed properly.  Kiley Allan finds out there's some new partnerships to help disseminate the information home canners are looking for.   Heather Quakenboss, UW-Madison Extension Human Development & Relationships Educator says UW Extension is partnering with Iowa State Extension.  The goal is to provide a resource people can call with any preservation questions they have.  The number is 1-866-540-4636.

The pause button has been pressed on tariffs keeping foreign beef from entering the U.S. marketplace.&nbsp; The window of opportunity is scheduled for 90 days, but it's 90 days of anxiety for beef producers and consumers.&nbsp; Teri Barr talks with Darren VonRuden, president of the WI Farmers Union about the subject.&nbsp; American beef producers worry this could upset the financial apple cart they're working with to try and rebuild the domestic herd.&nbsp; At the same time, consumers want to know where this beef's coming from, how it was grown and inspected, and where it's going to be used in the U.S. food system.&nbsp; Some things we know.&nbsp; Many things we dont'.&nbsp;&nbsp;Michelle Rameriz-White, Government Relations Director at WFU says she hasn't found&nbsp;out if this will actually help consumers.
A little rain moving in this morning to start what will be a scorching hot day.&nbsp; Stu Muck explains that the heat will stick around, and so may the chance of rain.&nbsp; Watch for thunderstorms.
While farmer growers may shake their fist at weeds, the conversations those weeds inspire help direct weed research in WI.&nbsp; Pam Jahnke finds out that Dr. Rodrigo Werle, UW-Madison Extension finds research inspiration from those spirited conversations.&nbsp; He says this is the time of the year he counts on WI farmers to share their challenges and what they're seeing with remaining weed pressures.&nbsp; It may turn into the research projects he focuses on next year.
Now that the EPA has spoken, the renewable fuel industry is reacting. Geoff Cooper, the president and CEO of The Renewable Fuels Association, says it's a missed opportunity - one that should infuriate grain growers in the U.S.
Right now Wisconsin is awash with fresh produce.&nbsp; From backyard gardens to farm fields, there's a lot of opportunity to capture summer flavors that can stretch through the winter and longer - if processed properly.&nbsp; Kiley Allan finds out there's some new partnerships to help disseminate the information home canners are looking for.&nbsp;&nbsp; Heather Quakenboss, UW-Madison Extension Human Development &amp; Relationships Educator says UW Extension is partnering with Iowa State Extension.&nbsp; The goal is to provide a resource people can call with any preservation questions they have.&nbsp; The number is <a href="tel:(866)%20540-4636">1-866-540-4636</a>.

Consumers Question Beef And Wonder About Canning And Processing

Economist Corey Geiger discusses the imbalance between protein and butterfat, which is causing challenges for dairy processors as consumer protein demand rises.

Economist Corey Geiger discusses the imbalance between protein and butterfat, which is causing challenges for dairy processors as consumer protein demand rises.

Protect Gramma & Grampa From These Scary Scams

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