Just like the colleges and schools that are wrapping up with graduations, the Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker Program has another round of graduates. While we have over 1200 licensed cheesemakers in Wisconsin, for those seeking to reach the pinnacle of their craft, the Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker certification is the ultimate achievement as Wisconsin is the only place outside of Switzerland with this program.

Among this year’s graduate class is Sara Griesbach. She works at Nasonville Dairy and has now become the third-ever woman to complete the prestigious Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker program. She tells Mid-West Farm Report more about this process, but first she tells us how she got into cheesemaking in the first place.

*Photo Courtesy of Dairy Farmers Of Wisconsin

Just like the colleges and schools that are wrapping up with graduations, the Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker Program has another round of graduates. While we have over 1200 licensed cheesemakers in Wisconsin, for those seeking to reach the pinnacle of their craft, the Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker certification is the ultimate achievement as Wisconsin is the only place outside of Switzerland with this program.
Among this year’s graduate class is Sara Griesbach. She works at Nasonville Dairy and has now become the third-ever woman to complete the prestigious Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker program. She tells Mid-West Farm Report more about this process, but first she tells us how she got into cheesemaking in the first place.
*Photo Courtesy of Dairy Farmers Of Wisconsin

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The Road To "Master Cheesemaker" -Sara Griesbach Becomes 3rd Ever Woman Graduate

There’s nothing like biting into a cob of sweet corn on a summer day. And just in time for the Fourth of July, Skelly’s Farm Market in Janesville expects their first varieties to be ready for harvest. For our next episode with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association, we’re sitting down with Scott and Laura Skelly. Scott is the sixth generation of Skelly’s Farm in Janesville. More than one hundred years ago, the farm family started out as a traditional Wisconsin farm, raising dairy and row crops. But since the 80s, the Skellys have been growing sweet corn and adding other crops and agri-tourism activities for the public to enjoy. While Scott has been growing sweet corn his whole life, his wife Laura is a first-generation farmer in the family business and can identify with their nonfarm customer base. This podcast series is brought to you courtesy of Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. Learn more about how to engage with Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry at https://gowiagtourism.com/.

There’s nothing like biting into a cob of sweet corn on a summer day. And just in time for the Fourth of July, Skelly’s Farm Market in Janesville expects their first varieties to be ready for harvest. For our next episode with the Wisconsin Agricultural Tourism Association, we’re sitting down with Scott and Laura Skelly. Scott is the sixth generation of Skelly’s Farm in Janesville. More than one hundred years ago, the farm family started out as a traditional Wisconsin farm, raising dairy and row crops. But since the 80s, the Skellys have been growing sweet corn and adding other crops and agri-tourism activities for the public to enjoy. While Scott has been growing sweet corn his whole life, his wife Laura is a first-generation farmer in the family business and can identify with their nonfarm customer base. This podcast series is brought to you courtesy of Specialty Crop Block Grant 23-10. Learn more about how to engage with Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry at <a href="https://gowiagtourism.com/">https://gowiagtourism.com/</a>.

Sweet Corn Expected For The Fourth

Many Wisconsinites want to soak up the sun and the heat before enduring another long winter. But for cows, the summer heat can bring negative implications, from head to hoof. Karl Burgi is a global leader in hoof health. He’s a hoof health consultant and hoof trimmer with Sure Step Consulting and Save Cows Network. He says the heat, humidity, and moisture can be problematic for cattle in and out of the barn, negatively impacting dairy and beef production. He offers solutions to prevent disease and lameness.

Many Wisconsinites want to soak up the sun and the heat before enduring another long winter. But for cows, the summer heat can bring negative implications, from head to hoof. Karl Burgi is a global leader in hoof health. He’s a hoof health consultant and hoof trimmer with Sure Step Consulting and Save Cows Network. He says the heat, humidity, and moisture can be problematic for cattle in and out of the barn, negatively impacting dairy and beef production. He offers solutions to prevent disease and lameness.

Hooves At Risk During A Hot, Humid Summer

Sally Ladsten is the state ffa advisor through the WI Department of Public Instruction.  She tells Pam Jahnke about the teacher shortages they're facing and how alumni support matters to the vigor of an FFA program.

Jane Blain Gilbertson has announced some leadership changes at Blain's Farm & Fleet.

Elroy Fair in Elroy is the first in the state that will be monitoring new testing requirements on dairy cows going on display.  Marie Preuss, Elroy Fair Board President, says its familiar territory.Even though the month is unfolding quickly - there's still time for June dairy events.  

Stephanie Hoff talks to Troy Fishler, superintendent at the Hancock Ag Research Station where they're preparing for the Waushara Co Dairy Breakfast on June 30th.

Mike North, principal with EverAg, joins Pam Jahnke to review the latest dairy trading trends. He explains the erratic spot milk reaction we've seen and overall milk production expectations.

Sally Ladsten is the state ffa advisor through the WI Department of Public Instruction.  She tells Pam Jahnke about the teacher shortages they're facing and how alumni support matters to the vigor of an FFA program. Jane Blain Gilbertson has announced some leadership changes at Blain's Farm &amp; Fleet.   Elroy Fair in Elroy is the first in the state that will be monitoring new testing requirements on dairy cows going on display.  Marie Preuss, Elroy Fair Board President, says its familiar territory.Even though the month is unfolding quickly - there's still time for June dairy events.  Stephanie Hoff talks to Troy Fishler, superintendent at the Hancock Ag Research Station where they're preparing for the Waushara Co Dairy Breakfast on June 30th.
Mike North, principal with EverAg, joins Pam Jahnke to review the latest dairy trading trends. He explains the erratic spot milk reaction we've seen and overall milk production expectations.

The Road To "Master Cheesemaker" -Sara Griesbach Becomes 3rd Ever Woman Graduate

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