Virginia Green tells the story of her family's Sesquicentennial farm in La Crosse County. The farm was acquired in 1872 and over time reached 300 acres. The first Green generation grew everything from timber to wheat and had dairy cattle as well as operated a sawmill. The farm was sold to Virginia’s cousin and the land was rented out. In 2021, Virginia and her husband Todd purchased the farm and now raise Scottish Highlanders. 

Virginia Green tells the story of her family's Sesquicentennial farm in La Crosse County. The farm was acquired in 1872 and over time reached 300 acres. The first Green generation grew everything from timber to wheat and had dairy cattle as well as operated a sawmill. The farm was sold to Virginia’s cousin and the land was rented out. In 2021, Virginia and her husband Todd purchased the farm and now raise Scottish Highlanders.

.In partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair, the Mid-West Farm report is highlighting Century and Sesquicentennial Farm and Home Award winners. 

.In partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair, the Mid-West Farm report is highlighting Century and Sesquicentennial Farm and Home Award winners.

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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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Todd & Virginia Green - La Crosse County - 150 Years

Growing up in the agriculture industry, you may have heard the phrases, cowboy up or cowgirl up. But for Amberley Snyder, her will to cowgirl up is stronger than most.  Amberley is a professional barrel racer that turned tragedy into triumph and shows just how resilient the agriculture industry really is.

Snyder's love for horses began at a young age, leading her into the world of rodeo. By the time she reached high school, she had already clinched a world all-around title, setting her sights on a professional career in rodeo. However, fate dealt her a devastating blow when she was involved in a rollover truck accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down.

Undeterred by the immense physical and emotional hurdles she faced, Snyder made a triumphant return to the competitive arena just 18 months after her life-altering accident. With a seat belt secured to her saddle, she defied expectations and became the first and only professional paralyzed barrel racer in the United States.

Growing up in the agriculture industry, you may have heard the phrases, cowboy up or cowgirl up. But for Amberley Snyder, her will to cowgirl up is stronger than most.  Amberley is a professional barrel racer that turned tragedy into triumph and shows just how resilient the agriculture industry really is.
Snyder's love for horses began at a young age, leading her into the world of rodeo. By the time she reached high school, she had already clinched a world all-around title, setting her sights on a professional career in rodeo. However, fate dealt her a devastating blow when she was involved in a rollover truck accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down.
Undeterred by the immense physical and emotional hurdles she faced, Snyder made a triumphant return to the competitive arena just 18 months after her life-altering accident. With a seat belt secured to her saddle, she defied expectations and became the first and only professional paralyzed barrel racer in the United States.

Finding Freedom in the Saddle: The Inspiring Tale of Amberley Snyder

From marketing your agribusiness to doing your schoolwork -- broadband is not a luxury, it's a requirement. Bringing high-speed internet to rural Wisconsin has been a focus at both the state and federal levels, and rural providers want to see it continue. Millions of dollars have trickled down to providers to not just lay the fiber, but get what they call the ‘last mile’ of service to the end user. Marquette-Adams Telephone Cooperative is one of the providers that has benefited from grant dollars to get internet service into homes. CEO Darren Moser says the grants have been crucial to bridge the broadband gap.

From marketing your agribusiness to doing your schoolwork -- broadband is not a luxury, it's a requirement. Bringing high-speed internet to rural Wisconsin has been a focus at both the state and federal levels, and rural providers want to see it continue. Millions of dollars have trickled down to providers to not just lay the fiber, but get what they call the ‘last mile’ of service to the end user. Marquette-Adams Telephone Cooperative is one of the providers that has benefited from grant dollars to get internet service into homes. CEO Darren Moser says the grants have been crucial to bridge the broadband gap.

Rural Provider Says Broadband Grants Make A Difference

Dust off your boots and grab your cowboy hats because the Midwest Horse Fair is about to get a whole lot wilder as 5 cowboys and 5 cowgirls will compete in the Top Hand Challenge. Pam bound, the competition chair says  A competition of grit, showcasing a range of speed, roping and precision, all for $5,000 in cash.

"We took the top five riders, both men and women, who had to qualify for this prestigious event. This year, we're proud to announce an exciting lineup, including a pair of brothers in the top five and a mother-daughter duo competing in the ladies division."

The competition takes place at 1:00 PM on April 21at the Showtime Arena, with general admission included with entry to the Midwest Horse Fair. 

So, what exactly are these talented competitors facing? The five challenging events include:
Breakaway Roping: Riders must rope a calf with a bell collar catch around the neck, with the rope breaking away to stop the time.
Pole Bending: Weaving through six poles in the fastest time, with penalties for knocking over any poles.
Steer Stopping: Roping the steer with horns and stopping its forward movement.
Heeling: Roping one or two hind feet of a steer after it crosses a designated point, with penalties for missing.
Barrel Racing: Maneuvering around three barrels in a specified pattern, with precise turns to secure the fastest time.

Dust off your boots and grab your cowboy hats because the Midwest Horse Fair is about to get a whole lot wilder as 5 cowboys and 5 cowgirls will compete in the Top Hand Challenge. Pam bound, the competition chair says  A competition of grit, showcasing a range of speed, roping and precision, all for $5,000 in cash.
"We took the top five riders, both men and women, who had to qualify for this prestigious event. This year, we're proud to announce an exciting lineup, including a pair of brothers in the top five and a mother-daughter duo competing in the ladies division."
The competition takes place at 1:00 PM on April 21at the Showtime Arena, with general admission included with entry to the Midwest Horse Fair. 
So, what exactly are these talented competitors facing? The five challenging events include:
<ol>
<li>Breakaway Roping: Riders must rope a calf with a bell collar catch around the neck, with the rope breaking away to stop the time.</li>
<li>Pole Bending: Weaving through six poles in the fastest time, with penalties for knocking over any poles.</li>
<li>Steer Stopping: Roping the steer with horns and stopping its forward movement.</li>
<li>Heeling: Roping one or two hind feet of a steer after it crosses a designated point, with penalties for missing.</li>
<li>Barrel Racing: Maneuvering around three barrels in a specified pattern, with precise turns to secure the fastest time.</li>
</ol>

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