The Zimdars family farm near Ripon, Wisconsin, has been passed down through generations for over 150 years. It began with 80 acres and grew to 500, starting as a small dairy with various animals. Today, it’s a larger dairy operation with 250 cows. David Zimdars and his family  value the farm’s history, their time spent working together, and the memories they’ve created, hoping to keep the legacy alive for future generations.

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The Zimdars family farm near Ripon, Wisconsin, has been passed down through generations for over 150 years. It began with 80 acres and grew to 500, starting as a small dairy with various animals. Today, it’s a larger dairy operation with 250 cows. David Zimdars and his family  value the farm’s history, their time spent working together, and the memories they’ve created, hoping to keep the legacy alive for future generations.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

David Zimdars - Fond du Lac County Sesquicentennial Farm

Philip Schroeder’s family farm in Sauk County has a rich history dating back to the 1800s, with the original deed tied to the War of 1812. Purchased by his family in 1874, the farm has seen its share of challenges, including a legal battle over a 40-acre parcel in 1923. Throughout the years, the farm has remained a staple of dairy production, with Philip continuing the tradition until his retirement in 2008. Today, the property remains largely unchanged, with the same historic buildings and a focus on preserving the legacy his family has worked hard to maintain for generations. The farm’s sesquicentennial celebration honors both its history and its enduring place in the community.

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Philip Schroeder’s family farm in Sauk County has a rich history dating back to the 1800s, with the original deed tied to the War of 1812. Purchased by his family in 1874, the farm has seen its share of challenges, including a legal battle over a 40-acre parcel in 1923. Throughout the years, the farm has remained a staple of dairy production, with Philip continuing the tradition until his retirement in 2008. Today, the property remains largely unchanged, with the same historic buildings and a focus on preserving the legacy his family has worked hard to maintain for generations. The farm’s sesquicentennial celebration honors both its history and its enduring place in the community.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Philip Schroeder  - Sauk County Sesquicentennial Farm

David Johnson's family has deep roots in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, with a farm dating back to 1919. His grandfather, originally from Sweden, worked his way across the world before settling in Merrill, where he purchased the farm and began farming with his wife and four daughters. Over the years, the farm weathered the hardships of the Great Depression, a devastating tornado, and the challenges of raising a family. Today, the farm is a sanctuary for wildlife, with the original homestead modernized and maintained as a personal retreat. For David, receiving the Century Farm award is a proud moment, honoring a legacy that has endured for over 100 years.

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David Johnson's family has deep roots in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, with a farm dating back to 1919. His grandfather, originally from Sweden, worked his way across the world before settling in Merrill, where he purchased the farm and began farming with his wife and four daughters. Over the years, the farm weathered the hardships of the Great Depression, a devastating tornado, and the challenges of raising a family. Today, the farm is a sanctuary for wildlife, with the original homestead modernized and maintained as a personal retreat. For David, receiving the Century Farm award is a proud moment, honoring a legacy that has endured for over 100 years.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

David Johnson - Lincoln County Century Farm

The Mayer family's sesquicentennial farm in Washington County, Wisconsin, has a rich history that dates back to 1853 when it was homesteaded by the family. Originally a 50-acre wheat farm, the property transitioned into a dairy farm around the turn of the century. Over the years, the farm has been passed down through generations, and today, it serves not only as a thriving agricultural operation but also as a popular event venue. The barn, a centerpiece of the property, has been meticulously restored with the help of Amish craftsmen to preserve its heritage, while the farm hosts agri-tourism activities and community events. The farm remains a cherished part of the family, and they are proud to honor their 150-year legacy while looking forward to its future for generations to come.

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The Mayer family's sesquicentennial farm in Washington County, Wisconsin, has a rich history that dates back to 1853 when it was homesteaded by the family. Originally a 50-acre wheat farm, the property transitioned into a dairy farm around the turn of the century. Over the years, the farm has been passed down through generations, and today, it serves not only as a thriving agricultural operation but also as a popular event venue. The barn, a centerpiece of the property, has been meticulously restored with the help of Amish craftsmen to preserve its heritage, while the farm hosts agri-tourism activities and community events. The farm remains a cherished part of the family, and they are proud to honor their 150-year legacy while looking forward to its future for generations to come.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Shelly & Ike Mayer & Cassie Strupp - Washington County Sesquicentennial Farm

Richard and his wife are celebrating two Centennial farms in the family this year -- located next door in Oconto County. The farm we're talking about today belongs to Richard's side. These stories are brought to you courtesy of Compeer Financial.

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Richard and his wife are celebrating two Centennial farms in the family this year -- located next door in Oconto County. The farm we're talking about today belongs to Richard's side. These stories are brought to you courtesy of Compeer Financial.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Richard Ladwig - Oconto County Centennial Farm

Today we’re visiting with Raymond Lamboley. He’s the third generation on his family’s Sesquicentennial Farm recognized by the state of Wisconsin. The Lamboley family farm is located outside of Belleville in Dane County. He tells us how times have changed in the 150 years his family has been on the land, including when they got electricity, indoor plumbing, and machinery. Some things haven't changed over the years -- kids still play tag and hide-and-seek.

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Today we’re visiting with Raymond Lamboley. He’s the third generation on his family’s Sesquicentennial Farm recognized by the state of Wisconsin. The Lamboley family farm is located outside of Belleville in Dane County. He tells us how times have changed in the 150 years his family has been on the land, including when they got electricity, indoor plumbing, and machinery. Some things haven't changed over the years -- kids still play tag and hide-and-seek.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Raymond Lamboley - Dane County Sesquicentennial Farm

Here at the Mid-West Farm Report, we’re celebrating farm and homesteads that have been in the same family for more than 100 and 150 years. And we’re bringing these stories to you courtesy of Compeer Financial. Today we’re catching up with Kevin Sprang, the fourth generation of Sprang Farms in Two Rivers. This Sesquicentennial Farm grows row crops and Christmas trees. But it didn’t start out that way. Kevin tells me how his family got to Manitowoc County.

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Here at the Mid-West Farm Report, we’re celebrating farm and homesteads that have been in the same family for more than 100 and 150 years. And we’re bringing these stories to you courtesy of Compeer Financial. Today we’re catching up with Kevin Sprang, the fourth generation of Sprang Farms in Two Rivers. This Sesquicentennial Farm grows row crops and Christmas trees. But it didn’t start out that way. Kevin tells me how his family got to Manitowoc County.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Sprang Farms - Manitowoc County Sesquicentennial Farm

Robert Sandman's family century farm in Bangor, La Crosse County, has a rich history that dates back to his grandfather's arrival from Germany in 1882. His grandfather purchased the land in 1921 and 1924, establishing a farm that initially raised a mix of animals, including pigs, chickens, and cows. Robert's father passed away suddenly in 1978, leaving the farm to him. Over the years, the farm evolved from a dairy operation to a cash crop farm. Despite the challenges, including the loss of his mother in 2017, Robert takes pride in the legacy of his family's hard work and dedication to farming. He reflects fondly on memories of growing up on the farm, fishing by the creek and working the land. As the third generation, Robert feels a deep connection to his family's history and is honored to continue their legacy, even as the farm's future remains uncertain.

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Robert Sandman's family century farm in Bangor, La Crosse County, has a rich history that dates back to his grandfather's arrival from Germany in 1882. His grandfather purchased the land in 1921 and 1924, establishing a farm that initially raised a mix of animals, including pigs, chickens, and cows. Robert's father passed away suddenly in 1978, leaving the farm to him. Over the years, the farm evolved from a dairy operation to a cash crop farm. Despite the challenges, including the loss of his mother in 2017, Robert takes pride in the legacy of his family's hard work and dedication to farming. He reflects fondly on memories of growing up on the farm, fishing by the creek and working the land. As the third generation, Robert feels a deep connection to his family's history and is honored to continue their legacy, even as the farm's future remains uncertain.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Robert Sandman  -La Crosse County Century Farm

The Margan family farm in Grant County, Wisconsin, has a rich history spanning over a century. Purchased by Paul's father in 1924 from his grandfather, the 120-acre farm originally featured a log cabin, a granary, and a chicken house. In 1935, the log cabin was replaced with a new house. The farm operated as a dairy farm, with Paul's mother raising chickens and maintaining large gardens, while hay, oats, and corn were grown to feed the animals. During the Great Depression, Paul's father even resorted to cutting tree limbs to feed the cows. Over the years, several improvements were made, including the addition of corn cribs, a garage, and a machine shed. Now, Paul, the last surviving sibling, oversees the farm, which he rents out to a neighbor. Receiving the Century Farm Award has been a meaningful recognition for Paul and his family, honoring the legacy of the farm and the memories created there.

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The Margan family farm in Grant County, Wisconsin, has a rich history spanning over a century. Purchased by Paul's father in 1924 from his grandfather, the 120-acre farm originally featured a log cabin, a granary, and a chicken house. In 1935, the log cabin was replaced with a new house. The farm operated as a dairy farm, with Paul's mother raising chickens and maintaining large gardens, while hay, oats, and corn were grown to feed the animals. During the Great Depression, Paul's father even resorted to cutting tree limbs to feed the cows. Over the years, several improvements were made, including the addition of corn cribs, a garage, and a machine shed. Now, Paul, the last surviving sibling, oversees the farm, which he rents out to a neighbor. Receiving the Century Farm Award has been a meaningful recognition for Paul and his family, honoring the legacy of the farm and the memories created there.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Paul Margan - Grant County Century Farm

The Johnson Family Farm out of Jackson County has been working hard for 107 years. Ray and Bill Johnson share some of the history of this farm and some of the memories they have from working and growing up on the farm. Whether it be hot summer days or playing basketball in the hay shed, these brothers say that they would not change their experiences on the farm for anything. 

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The Johnson Family Farm out of Jackson County has been working hard for 107 years. Ray and Bill Johnson share some of the history of this farm and some of the memories they have from working and growing up on the farm. Whether it be hot summer days or playing basketball in the hay shed, these brothers say that they would not change their experiences on the farm for anything. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ray and Bill Johnson - Jackson County Century farm

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

Wisconsin Century & Sesquicentennial Farm Salute

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