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Husband and Wife Team Timm and Joan McCoy, has been doing this podcast for you Podcats® for 18 years as of April 1st 2023. At one time, the most listened to podcast in America according to iTunes with 12 million subscribers. "The Zone with Timm McCoy" is a parody of "FM" radio. The DJ, the music, the comedy, the commercials, the celebs are the genius of Timm McCoy who had "The Number 2 Song of 2016" according to the Dr. Demento Show. It was #1 in July of 2016. Timm having been awarded an Emm ...
https://mcsorleys-api.origin.barstool.dev/feed/pardon-my-take On "Pardon My Take," Big Cat & PFT Commenter deliver the loudest and most correct sports takes in the history of the spoken word. Daily topics, guests, and an inability to tell what the hosts might be doing will make this your new favorite sports talk show. This is a podcast that will without a doubt change your life for the better- guaranteed, or your money back. *Pretend a reggaeton air horn is going off right now* PMT. You can ...
A curation of improvised scenes - the types the NSA might be eavesdropping on by tapping our phones, laptops, and televisions- by hosts Luka Jones, Casey Feigh and Mary Holland, who are joined by an array of actors and improvisers.
Agriculture Day at the Capitol was deemed a success with a crowd of more than 250 farmers and agribusiness leaders coming together at the Monona Terrace in Madison. After a briefing, they walked next door to the State Capitol to talk with their legislators about some key issues from rural road investments to farmer-led conservation grants. Jason Mu…
Usually when we give market updates, we’re talking about the price of corn, soybeans or commodity inputs or expenses… but there’s also some important insurance market updates that producers and agribusiness should know about. Jen Pino-Gallagher is in-studio with us. She’s the director of Food & Agribusiness Practice at M3 Insurance. There's two are…
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Potato Auxiliary Feeds Thousands At WPS Farm Show
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Formed in 1975 by the family of Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association members, the WPVGA Auxiliary works on creative ways of keeping in touch with consumers. One of these is the potato stand at the WPS Farm Show happening now through Thursday at the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh. Carole Gagas has been a member for 45 years and is a past presi…
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Lamar Jackson Talk With Stavros Halkias, Dan Snyder Selling The Team, NFL Coach Picture, Hot Seat/Cool Throne + Guys On Chicks
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The Commanders are finally getting a new owner and Dan Snyder is out (00:00:00- 00:13:23). We talk about the NFL Head Coach Picture (00:13:23- 00:26:53). Hot Seat/Cool Throne (00:26:53-00:44:13). Stavros Halkias joins us to break down his angst over Lamar and the Ravens break up, NBA and more (00:44:13-01:46:13). We finish with guys on chicks (01:4…
It’s not a farm show without a big lunch, and the food tent at the WPS Farm Show is there to meet that need. You can smell those ribeye steaks on the grill before you can see them. Carrie Goss and her husband Dave manage the Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association steak trailer. The WPS Farm show at the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh is where they kick off their…
It's the only place you'll find the bison food truck to score a bison burger or bison burrito. It's the WPS Farm Show at the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh, happening now through Thursday. Rebecca Ries is a longtime member and past executive director of the Wisconsin Bison Producers Association. She expects to go through 2,400 bison patties to feed hunger …
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Reacting To The First Two Days Of Spring Practice
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Ben and Zach are back in podcast-only form talking about the beginning of spring practice. They discuss the feel under Luke Fickell, offense vs defense, standouts, Hunter Wohler, new defensive alignments, the QB room, transfers and more. They also discuss Saeed Khalif leaving Michigan State, the NIT and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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Maximizing Resources With Sound Decision Making
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Maximizing all of your farm's resources really requires a sound business strategy. But what are key strategic levers of profitability you should be thinking of? Brady Brewer, Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics at Purdue University, says there are 5 levers that farmers should think about when making any business decision. “You have to do …
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Uconn Head Coach Dan Hurley, Final Four Is Set, Who's Back Of The Week And More
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The Final Four is set and just as we all expected San Diego State, FAU, UCONN, And Miami are going to Houston. We talk about the weekends games including Nate Oats all time choke job on Friday night (00:00:00-00:37:28). Who's back of the week including NBA storylines with Lebron coming back and Kyrie ruining another team (00:37:28-01:03:58). Dan Hu…
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Markets Anxious For Friday USDA Planting Report - Hineberg
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Family dynamics can be difficult to manage around, but when it comes to farm families and long term planning - it can become painful. Carrie Mess visits with Angie Coleman, Consultant, Organizational Development, FCCS Consulting, about generational communications within farm families. Saturday is the annual Wisconsin Beef Improvement Association's …
Keeping an eye on costs and the world marketplace will be important components to dairy success this year. Bob Bosold visits with Dr. Dan Basse, Ag Economist and president of AgResource Company. He was a keynote guest at the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin annual business meeting. This is the time of year when available hay supplies get t…
The Wisconsin Beef Improvement Association Performance Selected Bull Sale is Saturday, April 1 starting at 11 a.m. at UW-Platteville and online. There are plenty of ways to scope out the animals online or in-person ahead of the sale. The association has been evaluating and developing beef bulls in Wisconsin since 1957. It’s the longest running cont…
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Regulating Cows' Transition From Pregnancy to Lactation
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The changes occurring at three weeks pre and post-fresh mark major turning points in a cow’s productive cycle. The physiological, metabolic and nutritional transformations cows undergo are closely linked to production, postpartum diseases, and reproductive performance. Dr. Laura Hernandez of UW-Madison Animal and Dairy Science Department, has been …
Agriculture at a software company? Must be Epic. Epic, a health care software company, pays homage to Wisconsin agriculture in a number of ways -- it's state-of-the-art buildings that resemble a barn and farmhouse, 550 acres of operating farmland, 42 sheep, 14 cows, and one donkey. If you decide to get something to eat, you'll find your mouth water…
By now if you’re listening to the Farm Report regularly, you’ve heard our guests tell you how easy and how important it is to become a rainfall reporter. But did you know that help to get set up as a rainfall reporter can be local? Matt Brown is a CoCoRahs county leader in Sheboygan. He volunteers his time to help other local reporters get set up a…
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WPS Farm Show - Road Repair Policy - Weather Forecasting - It's All Here
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The WPS Farm Show is a spring tradition returning next week at the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh. Charitee Seebecker previews the event with coordinator Matt Cullen. Road maintenance is going to be a big topic of discussion next week at Ag Day at the Capitol. Stephanie Hoff dives in deeper on policy development with Rep. Travis Tranel, dairy farmer and ch…
Lameness is an issue that continues to be prevalent within the dairy industry. But how can farmers detect lameness early? And how effective are the protocols and products currently available? Dr. Gerard Cramer, Vet and Professor at the University of Minnesota, shares how data collection plays a key role in managing lameness and what technology he r…
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Wisconsin Pro Day, Spring Ball Eve, NIT Excitement
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Ben and Zach are live at Monk's in Sun Prairie talking Wisconsin's pro day, excitement entering Spring practice, who will be the best future pro on Wisconsin's roster now, big storylines for Saturday, excitement for the NIT and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Mid-West Family Marketing
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Kansas State And Gonzaga Win In Thrillers, Comedian Ari Shaffir + Fyre Fest Of The Week
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We started taping with 4 minutes left in the Gonzaga/UCLA game and watched an all time Max meltdown. Markquis Nowell electrified the Garden and Kansas State marches on. Uconn rolls and Tennessee chokes in an awesome Sweet 16 (00:00:00-00:33:07). Comedian Ari Shaffir joins the show in studio to talk about his career in comedy, Lakers fans, the Yanke…
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Food, Faith and Farming Network - Funding Community Ideas
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Conversations and the exchange of ideas! This simple preface is helping fuel community projects across southern Wisconsin with the goal of earth stewardship, community, spirituality and economic justice through healthy food and sustainable farming practices. Roger Williams, professor emeritus from UW-Madison and treasurer of The Food, Faith and Far…
Hay supply looks pretty good for Wisconsin thanks to a good 2022 crop. Wisconsin is an “island of good supply” in the midst of extreme shortages across the country, according to Emeritus Extension Forage Specialist Dan Undersander. He provides insight into what we can expect for 2023’s crop and if winter kill is an issue. “The hay supply is at a fi…
If you’re having conflicts with wild animals in your fields, your feed storage, and even around your home… there is help out there for you. Wisconsin DNR’s Wildlife Damage Specialist Brad Koele walks Mid-West Farm Report through who to call when aggressive birds or awake bears start becoming a nuisance. Farmers can take advantage of the year-round …
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A Day In The Life Of A Meteorologist - Scott Berschback
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We talk about it, complain about it, enjoy it and hope it'll change. The weather. How many of us routinely glance at an app, or shush others when a forecast is being shared. We plan our day around it - but know very little about the work behind the scenes to bring us that forecast. Meet Scott Berschback, National Weather Service Meteorologist in Gr…
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California Dairy Suffers With Wet Weather - Yonkman
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With spring planting just around the corner, some farmers are re-evaluating their growing season practices. Jill Welke talks with Gary Zimmer from Midwest BioAg about his philosophies on soil health and regenerative ag practices. California farmers continue to struggle against major weather events. Carrie Mess visits with Tulare County dairy produc…
Tyler Ribeiro is a fourth generation dairy farmer in Tulare County, California. He is no stranger to water woes, but usually it’s a lack of water that keeps him up at night. However over the last two weeks that has changed as his area has been inundated with flood waters. While the Riberio farm is ok, Tyler shares that farms in his neighborhood are…
Fresh off our Iceland Farm Tour, we take a look at the unique Icelandic Horses. The breed is exclusive on the island, and new genetics haven't been introduced for more than 1,000 years. Pam Jahnke visits with Knútur, owner and operator of Fridheimar stable and greenhouse. He explains the unique traits of the breed and why the country is so connecte…
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will host the ninth annual World Food Prize Wisconsin Youth Institute on Monday, April 10. This event brings together high school students in grades 9-12 from across Wisconsin to learn more about critical global challenges. To participate in this unique experience,…
The agricultural market is always changing, but there are ways for producers to stay ahead and seize some opportunities. Parts of South America will be harvesting 11 to 12 tons more soybeans than they ever have before while others will be down 50%. Economist Dan Basse of AgResource Company shares some insight into how this affects prices here in th…
Wisconsin State Veterinarian Dr. Darlene Konkle reminds poultry owners of the ongoing threat of highly pathogenic avian influenza. The spring migratory period for wild birds brings an increased risk of infection to all flocks, so DATCP recommends that poultry owners continue using the strongest biosecurity measures to protect their birds. See omnys…
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Geo Political Waves Could Rock Grain - John Hineberg
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Biosecurity has never been more important for livestock and poultry owners. Avian influenza struck poultry and now pork producers are on guard against ASF - African Swine Fever. Pam Jahnke talks to NPPC Staff Veterinarian, Pam Zaabel, about where the disease is now and what's being done on our borders to try and keep the industry threatening ailmen…
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CBB With John Fanta, Daymond John In Studio, US Loses WBC + Guys On Chicks
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We stayed up to watch the WBC Final and Team USA lost in tragic fashion. We give grades for the WBC overall (00:00:00-00:18:00). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Roger Goodell getting a contract extension (00:18:00-00:44:32). College Basketball Insider John Fanta joins us in studio to talk Tourney, Rick Pitino to St Johns, Ed Cooley to Georgetown and…
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Spring Ball Is Here, Roster/Weight Change Season
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Ben and Zach are live talking about the release of Wisconsin's spring roster, Luke Fickell's media availability, takeaways from the roster and various weight changes, a thought about the defense and concern, Maema Njongmeta's role and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Mid-West Family Marketing
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Ag Day At The Capitol--Farm Bureau To Focus On Roads
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Ag Day at the Capitol is coming up on March 29th and there's a fresh face from Wisconsin Farm Bureau that's looking forward to being there. Jason Mugniani, the new Executive Director of Government Relations says the priorities of Wisconsin's Farm Bureau members will be heard in Madison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Wisconsin - Home To National Outstanding Young Farmers
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Congratulations to Kyle and Rachel Zwieg of Ixonia who were named National Outstanding Young Farmers earlier this spring. They are the seventh generation on the family farm that was purchased from the state of Wisconsin in 1856. Kyle and Rachel and their family milk 70 cows using robotics. They also operate 1,500 acres of crop land with autonomous …
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Improving Student Health With Local Products
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Last month, Governor Evers included free school meals for all, strategic investments in school breakfast funding, and a local purchasing incentive program in his proposed biennial budget. More specifically known as the Governor’s Healthy Meals, Healthy Kids plan. Allison Pfaff Harris, farm-to-school director at REAP Food Group explains what this pl…
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Blackhawk Tech To Host Ag Day Celebration
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With fewer students coming from the farm, how do you engage nonfarm students with agriculture? Wisconsin schools such as Blackhawk Technical College in Monroe are looking for that answer. Blackhawk has seen success by offering the newest technology advancements from spray drones to tractor simulators. This is giving students real-life and hands-on …
Interest rates, inflation, recession - these are phrases we're hearing in the media, and ag lenders are paying attention too. Pam Jahnke sat down and discussed trends that ag lenders are monitoring going into spring planting. Matt Schuldt, President/Ag Banker with Merchants Bank in Caledonia and Spring Grove, Minnesota - along with Jerad Brown, ag …
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First Impressions Matter - Especially On The First Day - Versweyveld
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Despite weather concerns, California farmers are still able to grow almost anything the market demand. Bob Bosold visits with California almond producer, Dan Klendenon, about the crop and its future. The National Weather Service is continuing to reach out to the general public to become "citizen scientists" and rainfall reporters. Carrie Mess talks…
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Assembly Ag Committee Discusses Rural Roads
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Rep. Travis Tranel, R-Cuba City, chairs the Assembly Agriculture Committee and dairy farms in southwest Wisconsin. He says his priorities for this session are for local road improvements and continued producer-led watershed grants. He’s also a big advocate for farmers representing themselves on the Hill, especially during a state budget cycle. See …
What happens to honeybees in the winter? And how did the hives weather this winter weather as we move into spring? Nick Thill, Wisconsin Honey Producers Association President, says he has been getting mixed reviews from beekeepers throughout the state. He shares how these pollinators handled the cold temperatures and what to expect moving into spri…
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March Madness Recap, 4 Days Of Upsets, Chaos And Awesome Moments + Monday Reading About Kyler Murray
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Weve survived the 4 days of March Madness and we're ready to recap it all. Purdue's failure and FDU was an all time underdog story (00:00:00-00:23:18). Watching Duke get bullied, Arkansas and Muss is the Mr March in waiting (00:23:18-00:44:10). Our love for Andrew Funk and UCLA survives (00:44:10-00:49:26). Tom Izzo does it again and K-State may be…
With spring comes manure hauling and spreading and there's going to be more and more equipment back on the roads.But what is the demand really like for custom operators? Manure application is a part of the conservation conversation in Wisconsin. Isaac Lemmenes, OEM Product Specialist at R Braun Inc. explains how the sustainability conversation fits…
Composting is an environmentally friendly way to create healthy soil. But how do you start one and why should you? Melanie Burns, Waste Management Specialist with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says composting is a diversion of food waste from landfills and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “The overall benefit of a compost pile is …
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Hauling Livestock: It's Skill, Not Luck 🍀
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Charitee Seebecker starts us off with news on how the state of Wisconsin is making sure residents have access to what’s really become essential in this day and age – high-speed internet. PSC Chairwoman Becky Valq has the answers. So you like to celebrate St.Patty's Day with corned beef? We give you a sense of what it takes to haul livestock around …
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Jon Rothstein, Day 1 Of March Madness, Aaron Rodgers Is Gone And Fyre Fest Of The Week
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The boys are limping into this episode but we are ready to break down the games and Madness that occurred on Thursday. Princeton's big win, Furman's stunning upset and we name winners of the day including Duke and UCLA (00:00:00-00:45:22). Jon Rothstein joins the show to break down Friday's games, Rick Pitino coaching news, and the names for all th…
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March Madness, How Much Pressure Is On Greg Gard & Luke Fickell?
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Ben and Zach are live for a podcast-only version of the show where they talk about the NCAA Tournament, Tony Bennett, Wisconsin's win over Bradley, pressure on Luke Fickell and Greg Gard and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Mid-West Family Marketing
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Senator Ballweg Provides Update on State Budget And More
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The Senate Agriculture and Tourism Committee is focusing on the state budget and hosting listening sessions to best represent Wisconsin's farmers. This is the word from Senator Joan Ballweg, R-Markesan, who chairs the committee. She also talks about bills being discussed and what is happening on the national level that she is involved with. "We inh…
The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center will be hosting their first annual Something Special from Wisconsin™ Spring Vendor Market on March 25 from 9am-3pm. Abigail Winkel, Program Manager at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, provides insight into what attendees can expect. “This is a really great partnership with the Something Special from Wisconsin pro…
What could be more Wisconsin than talking about dairy and the weather? That's what we have in store for you on a Thursday morning. Cedar Crest Ice Cream and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation have announced the winner and finalists of the 2022 Cedar Crest Ice Cream Flavor Creation Contest. Congratulations to the Pilsen Skylighters of Kewaunee County for …
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Communication Across Generations Takes Understanding
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Whether you're working on the farm with family or you have a town job and coworkers, good communication is vital. But often different generations have different expectations and styles when it comes to sharing information. Angie Coleman, is an organizational development consultant with FCCS consulting. She has done a deep dive on the different gene…
