It seems like every year there's a new disease infecting our crops here in Wisconsin and most recently for corn we've been seeing an increase in southern rust. Ashley Madson, a technical agronomist with Bayer, is here to share a bit of the history of this disease within Wisconsin and some tips for the 2026 season on choosing the right seed and best input management.

It seems like every year there's a new disease infecting our crops here in Wisconsin and most recently for corn we've been seeing an increase in southern rust. Ashley Madson, a technical agronomist with Bayer, is here to share a bit of the history of this disease within Wisconsin and some tips for the 2026 season on choosing the right seed and best input management.

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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Southern Rust Considerations For Wisconsin Farmers- Madson

When we think about time on the water in the midst of a Wisconsin winter, we think much more about ice fishing than we do about taking the boat out on the lake. But that's not quite the case for Jimmy "JRock" Cheatham. He's a pilot barge captain that moves many agricultural products along the river. He tells us that winter conditions can slow movement, but it's vital that they keep America moving.

When we think about time on the water in the midst of a Wisconsin winter, we think much more about ice fishing than we do about taking the boat out on the lake. But that's not quite the case for Jimmy "JRock" Cheatham. He's a pilot barge captain that moves many agricultural products along the river. He tells us that winter conditions can slow movement, but it's vital that they keep America moving.

Barge Captain Sees Seasonal Changes On River

Who would have thought a combination of FFA and dairy cattle would take students overseas to  Scotland? Cate Ehle, Ella Sannes, Ana Mikkelson, Anneka Christensen will take the trip with their advisor, Samantha White, to Edinburgh, Scotland for the Royal Highland Show. There, they will compete in the dairy judging competition. They earned their invitation after competing in the 2025 World Dairy Expo FFA judging competition. The ladies sat down to tell Kiley Allan a little bit about what they're looking for.

Who would have thought a combination of FFA and dairy cattle would take students overseas to&nbsp; Scotland? Cate Ehle, Ella Sannes, Ana Mikkelson, Anneka Christensen will take the trip with their advisor, Samantha White, to Edinburgh, Scotland for the Royal Highland Show. There, they will compete in the dairy judging competition. They earned their invitation after competing in the 2025 World Dairy Expo FFA judging competition. The ladies sat down to tell Kiley Allan a little bit about what they're looking for.

FFA Takes Dairy Judging Champions To Scotland

The 46th annual meeting of the Wisconsin FFA Alumni brought historic high marks for membership.  Pam Jahnke discusses the accomplishments and what's ahead with Tari Costello, executive director of the group.  Costello says they've gained 2,000 more members in the past year, as well as 10 new alumni chapters statewide.  Nick Lowe is pleased to see the numbers.  Lowe is a life-long member of the Stoughton FFA and Stoughton FFA Alumni.  He explains how his parents helped inspire his engagement with FFA, and how he elevated his activities to the state level.

Another blustery day for Wisconsin with winds whipping up to 35 miles per hour.  Stu Muck says the winds should settle down later this week but not before some lumpy precipitation moves through.

The Mid-West Farm Report has partnered with the Professional Dairy Producers for their annual business conference coming up March 4-5.  Ben Jarboe highlights some of the top shelf conversations that will be offered, including Dr. David Kohl.  Kohl, Professor Emeritus of Ag Finance and Small Business Management at Virginia Tech, will speak on building a resilient dairy business. Resilient, nimble dairy operations often have three to six different revenue streams. Kohl says diversification strategies discussed will include value-added creameries, agritourism, special events, cattle genetics sales, methane digesters, and consulting services. 

First time attendees could score free admission courtesy of the Mid-West Farm Report.  Just text your name and email address to 877-301-3276.  Valued at more than $400!Markets are still trying to figure out what the tariff conversations mean for agriculture.  

With the Supreme Court denying President Trump's tariff's, but then the president deploying another round of tariffs under a different measure - everyone's confused.  John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, tries to sort through what we know now.  Also, beef consumption remains well supported by consumers despite higher prices.

The 46th annual meeting of the Wisconsin FFA Alumni brought historic high marks for membership.&nbsp; Pam Jahnke discusses the accomplishments and what's ahead with Tari Costello, executive director of the group.&nbsp; Costello says they've gained 2,000 more members in the past year, as well as 10 new alumni chapters statewide.&nbsp; Nick Lowe is pleased to see the numbers.&nbsp; Lowe is a life-long member of the Stoughton FFA and Stoughton FFA Alumni.&nbsp; He explains how his parents helped inspire his engagement with FFA, and how he elevated his activities to the state level.
Another blustery day for Wisconsin with winds whipping up to 35 miles per hour.&nbsp; Stu Muck says the winds should settle down later this week but not before some lumpy precipitation moves through.
The Mid-West Farm Report has partnered with the Professional Dairy Producers for their annual business conference coming up March 4-5.&nbsp; Ben Jarboe highlights some of the top shelf conversations that will be offered, including Dr. David Kohl.&nbsp; Kohl, Professor Emeritus of Ag Finance and Small Business Management at Virginia Tech, will speak on building a resilient dairy business. Resilient, nimble dairy operations often have three to six different revenue streams. Kohl says diversification strategies discussed will include value-added creameries, agritourism, special events, cattle genetics sales, methane digesters, and consulting services.&nbsp;
First time attendees could score free admission courtesy of the Mid-West Farm Report.&nbsp; Just text your name and email address to 877-301-3276.&nbsp; Valued at more than $400!Markets are still trying to figure out what the tariff conversations mean for agriculture.&nbsp; 
With the Supreme Court denying President Trump's tariff's, but then the president deploying another round of tariffs under a different measure - everyone's confused.&nbsp; John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend, tries to sort through what we know now.&nbsp; Also, beef consumption remains well supported by consumers despite higher prices.

Southern Rust Considerations For Wisconsin Farmers- Madson

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