Mid-west Farm Report - Madison

Consumers really DON'T know what they're getting in the dairy showcase especially when it comes to imitation cheeses from plant based sources.  New survey out shows how deep confusion is. Farm Futures is releasing their acreage estimates this morning and we get a preview from Bryce Knorr.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angie Horkan from the WI Beef Council says that 2018 wasn't bad for WI beef producers .  Why?  Angie Horkan  from the Wisconsin Beef Council explains consumer trends the industry is looking at for 2019. Jenna Preston also brings an update on hemp interest in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 FSA offices in Wisconsin reopen again today for limited sevice to farmers as the government shutdown continues. Bryce Knorr, Commodity Specialist with Farm Futures, says the information slow down to the market place is becoming increasingly frustrating as Brazil's harvest moves forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen in as Pam learns more about the building campaign that's been launched by the School of Veterinary Medicine at UW-Madison.  Dr. Mark Markel, Dean of the School , explains how crowded the school's become and the always expanding specialized areas of animal care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's changes coming to Wisconsin's Manure Risk Advisory System beginning in February.  Mark Jenks from DATCP has the updates. Eight chefs from Wisconsin have been named finalists in the annual Taste of Elegance, hosted by the Wisconsin Pork Producers on January 31st. Mike North, Commodity Risk Management Group in Platteville, updates us on the latest GDT sale in the Oceania region and what it's impact may be on Wisconsin milk prices.  Plus, dairy's walking blind with no government reports available to update cheese volumes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Wisconsin Farmers Union prepares for their annual meeting in Appleton - focused on supply management and consolidation in agriculture - the Wisconsin Agribusiness Classic has a different twist. Tom Bressler, executive director of the WI Agribusiness Association, says while attendance may be a little soft at this year's WI Agribusiness Classic - attitudes are still positive.  He says the biggest topic keeping coop managers awake at night is finding qualified employees for all the jobs they have vacant! Bryce Knorr with Farm Futures magazine says the upcoming MLK holiday may be just what the markets need since they're missing so many key USDA reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wisconsin delegation attending the American Farm Bureau Federation's 100th Anniversary convention in New Orleans got shot down Tuesday in an effort to investigate supply management plans for the dairy industry.  Jim Holte, WI Farm Bureau President, says it's always difficult to try and get change on national policy, but he thought the state made a good argument. Weather may not be real inviting for building - but for people that have found their piece of paradise in the country, they may have some surprises in the wings.  Chad McGlothlen, lending advisor with Compeer Financial, says conventional lenders may not share your enthusiasm about purchasing raw land you envision as your future home.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's own Kelly Wilfert scores in the American Farm Bureau Discussion meet in New Orleans, as President Trump focuses on the border wall and the government shut down. 42% of private wells tested in southwest Wisconsin are considered contaminated.  Ken Bradbury, WI State Geologist, breaks down some of the details from their survey. Bryce Knorr, commodity specialist with Farm Futures, concentrates on the Brexit vote today and where ships are going with U.S. grain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got the latest update from the 100th American Farm Bureau Federation's Annual Meeting in New Orleans, and it shows two Wisconsin competitors moving forward! Plus we're taking a closer look at some technical upgrades Wisconsin's Manure Risk Advisory Service is bringing to Wisconsin livestock owners and nutrient managers beginning in February with Mark Jenks from the Dept. of Ag., Trade and Consumer Protection! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Network farm show for Friday, January 11th features Ag Economist, Dan Basse, guest speaker at PDPW's Dairy Policy & Food Summit. Chuck Adami has announced he's retiring from Equity Coop Livestock Association this June.  Who's taking over next. Jessica Mlsna, energy advisor with Focus on Energy, explains the brand new energy incentives available to state farmers and agribusinesses in 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's happening with future shows for the Wisconsin Farm Technology Days?  Farm Stress and Suicide Awareness gets some attention in Loganville. And China continues to talk trade with US representatives in Beijing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Director, Pam Jahnke, chats weather with Stu Muck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.