Stephanie Hoff explores the collaborative powerhouse of the UW Dairy Innovation Hub through interviews with the agricultural deans of UW-Madison, UW-Platteville, and UW-River Falls. From 3D printing with spoiled milk to cutting-edge nutrient modeling, the high-impact research and new academic programs drive Wisconsin's dairy industry forward. Glenda Gillaspy, Carrie Keller, and Michael Orth also discuss how they navigate economic shifts and legislative advocacy to ensure the Hub's future.

Stephanie Hoff explores the collaborative powerhouse of the UW Dairy Innovation Hub through interviews with the agricultural deans of UW-Madison, UW-Platteville, and UW-River Falls. From 3D printing with spoiled milk to cutting-edge nutrient modeling, the high-impact research and new academic programs drive Wisconsin's dairy industry forward. Glenda Gillaspy, Carrie Keller, and Michael Orth also discuss how they navigate economic shifts and legislative advocacy to ensure the Hub's future.

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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Three Ag Deans Continue Championship Of Dairy Innovation Hub

Ice cream is a staple of the Wisconsin experience, but for the millions of Americans who struggle with lactose intolerance, it has long been a treat enjoyed with hesitation or avoided entirely. 

A new collaborative study between researchers at UW-Madison and UW-River Falls is looking to change that by proving that lactose-free dairy is not just scientifically simple, but a potentially lucrative business move for the state’s manufacturers. 

Professor Chuck Nicholson shares the details with Stephanie Hoff.

Ice cream is a staple of the Wisconsin experience, but for the millions of Americans who struggle with lactose intolerance, it has long been a treat enjoyed with hesitation or avoided entirely.&nbsp;
A new collaborative study between researchers at UW-Madison and UW-River Falls is looking to change that by proving that lactose-free dairy is not just scientifically simple, but a potentially lucrative business move for the state&rsquo;s manufacturers.&nbsp;
Professor Chuck Nicholson shares the details with Stephanie Hoff.

Research Explores Potential Of Lactose-Free Ice Cream

In this episode, Portage, Waushara, and Wood County Board Director Stephanie Hughes highlights how Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is shaping the next generation through youth and school initiatives. We dive into key partnerships with the FFA and WIAA, including DFW’s role in sponsoring high-level agricultural competitions and being the official beverage of Wisconsin high school sports. Plus, discover the massive impact of the "Adopt a Cow" program, which connects over 55,000 students across rural and urban classrooms with life on the farm. Learn more at wisconsindairy.org. 

In this episode, Portage, Waushara, and Wood County Board Director Stephanie Hughes highlights how Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is shaping the next generation through youth and school initiatives. We dive into key partnerships with the FFA and WIAA, including DFW&rsquo;s role in sponsoring high-level agricultural competitions and being the official beverage of Wisconsin high school sports. Plus, discover the massive impact of the "Adopt a Cow" program, which connects over 55,000 students across rural and urban classrooms with life on the farm. Learn more at <a href="wisconsindairy.org">wisconsindairy.org</a>.&nbsp;

Checkoff Dollars Cultivate The Future Through Youth Initiatives

Consumers are continuing to confront high beef prices at the store. Is the industry closer to helping resolve the imbalance?  Stephanie Hoff finds out with the help of Jeff Swenson, meat and livestock specialist, DATCP.  Swenson says high cattle prices are leading to larger swings in both directions, influenced by fluctuating harvest rates and packer demand. Despite market volatility, farmers currently hold more leverage than packers, as market-ready cattle remain at a premium. Meat packers are currently struggling with profitability, balancing high cattle costs against wholesale beef cutout values. Feed remains the number one expense for cattle feeders, while fuel and pharmaceutical costs (vaccinations) continue to rise for cow-calf producers.High pasture rents and the initial cost of livestock make it difficult for new farmers to enter the beef industry. Many dairy producers are transitioning to  eef as an exit strategy or diversifying their operations with "beef-on-dairy" crossbreeding. While dairy-beef crosses are improving in quality, 100% purebred beef animals still command a price premium. The typical 10-year cattle cycle has been elongated due to drought, resulting in a tighter supply than historically expected at this stage.

Rain is drifting across the state today, bringing with it some gusty winds.  Stu Muck says that temps should stay above average  

Sales averages on many implements and tractors remains firm.  That's the latest update from Ashley Huhn at the Steffes Group.  He is also seeing a surge in interest for fall auctions.  Paid for by Steffes Group.

Meet Gabrielle Huitema from Markesan!  This UW-River Falls grad is another finalist for the 79th Alice in Dairyland position.  Huitema has focused most of her college and career experience on humane anmial handling in the slaughter process.  She wants to make sure the message gets out that many things go right in the animal handling arena.

Wisconsin farmers are almost caught up on spring planting pace.  Pam Jahnke provides the latest crop progress update.

John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend tells Pam Jahnke that most areas of the U.S. are now on par with planting progress.  The unfortunate crop right now is wheat.  Heinberg also highlights news that the Trump administration intends to allow more beef imports into the U.S.  Heinberg says the U.S. is already on a record pace of accepting outside beef, but it's usually much lower quality than what's produced in the U.S.  Markets will be watching developments during the meeting of President Trump and China President,Xi Jinping

Consumers are continuing to confront high beef prices at the store. Is the industry closer to helping resolve the imbalance?&nbsp; Stephanie Hoff finds out with the help of Jeff Swenson, meat and livestock specialist, DATCP.&nbsp; Swenson says high cattle prices are leading to larger swings in both directions, influenced by fluctuating harvest rates and packer demand. Despite market volatility, farmers currently hold more leverage than packers, as market-ready cattle remain at a premium. Meat packers are currently struggling with profitability, balancing high cattle costs against wholesale beef cutout values. Feed remains the number one expense for cattle feeders, while fuel and pharmaceutical costs (vaccinations) continue to rise for cow-calf producers.High pasture rents and the initial cost of livestock make it difficult for new farmers to enter the beef industry. Many dairy producers are transitioning to&nbsp; eef as an exit strategy or diversifying their operations with "beef-on-dairy" crossbreeding. While dairy-beef crosses are improving in quality, 100% purebred beef animals still command a price premium. The typical 10-year cattle cycle has been elongated due to drought, resulting in a tighter supply than historically expected at this stage.
Rain is drifting across the state today, bringing with it some gusty winds.&nbsp; Stu Muck says that temps should stay above average&nbsp;&nbsp;
Sales averages on many implements and tractors remains firm.&nbsp; That's the latest update from Ashley Huhn at the Steffes Group.&nbsp; He is also seeing a surge in interest for fall auctions.&nbsp; Paid for by Steffes Group.
Meet Gabrielle Huitema from Markesan!&nbsp; This UW-River Falls grad is another finalist for the 79th Alice in Dairyland position.&nbsp; Huitema has focused most of her college and career experience on humane anmial handling in the slaughter process.&nbsp; She wants to make sure the message gets out that many things go right in the animal handling arena.
Wisconsin farmers are almost caught up on spring planting pace.&nbsp; Pam Jahnke provides the latest crop progress update.
John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend tells Pam Jahnke that most areas of the U.S. are now on par with planting progress.&nbsp; The unfortunate crop right now is wheat.&nbsp; Heinberg also highlights news that the Trump administration intends to allow more beef imports into the U.S.&nbsp; Heinberg says the U.S. is already on a record pace of accepting outside beef, but it's usually much lower quality than what's produced in the U.S.&nbsp; Markets will be watching developments during the meeting of President Trump and China President, Xi Jinping

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