The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, signed into law on January 16 of this year. This piece of legislation increases school lunch milk options that are available to students at the lunch counter. Darin Von Ruden is the President of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, and he tells Kiley Allan that while the legislation is good news, it hasn’t been easy for schools to keep whole milk in stock.

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Stephanie Hoff heads to Stoughton to get a taste of springtime on the farm. At Eugster’s Farm Market, we’re going behind the scenes to talk about the world of lambing and kidding season. From the round-the-clock care for newborn animals to getting the vegetable greenhouses ready for summer, Kat Eugster tells us what it takes to operate this agricultural tourism destination.

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It’s important to drive safe on our roadways regardless of what time of year it is. However, some extra caution is encouraged during busy times of year in rural communities. In the spring, farmers are on the move and much of the equipment they use is bigger than the typical vehicles we share the roadways with. Inspector Kory Schultz with the Wisconsin State Patrol explained some of the rules and regulations we should keep in mind when farm equipment is moving from field to field.

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Stephanie Hoff is catching up with Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Executive Director of Government Relations Jason Mugnaini to reflect on victories from the past session as well as what’s coming. From new transportation efficiencies and vital liability protections for farmers, we’re breaking down what’s happening at the state level and what it means for your operation.

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Frustration levels are mounting for many Wisconsin farms as they struggle to try and stay on time with spring planting. Don't let that frustration force you to make bad decisions! That's the advice from Andy Grebner, District Sales Manager for Wyffels Hybrids.

Grebner says he understands the anxiety farmers are experiencing, but points to preparation and patience as key ingredients to success. Grebner also reminds growers to share their planting experiences and see what others are doing via the Wyffels website. From soil temps to actual planting progress, all the information will be there. Plus, timely podcasts with Wyffels agronomists!

Celebrating 80 years of "Keeping It Independent" - Wyffels.

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Coordinating data is becoming a bigger part of the picture for today's beef producers. Jill Welke finds out about the full scope of information out there from Andrew Coppin of RanchBot. RanchBot looks at the global situation with beef and indicators like weather and pasture conditions. The company serves over 12,000 farmers and ranchers by helping them monitor available water and trough levels remotely.

Warmer weather in Wisconsin today, but keep an eye on Canada for what might be coming next. Stu Muck says that system will be dumping feet of snow in places like Alaska and the Northwest. Ultimately it could bring more wet weather and cooler temperatures to Wisconsin, especially along the Lakeshore.

The heavy push of auctions is beginning to draw to a close for the Steffes Group. Ashley Huhn says as more farmers head to the field for planting, their tempo eases up. Still, Huhn says prices are remaining firm and resilent on mid-size equipment. Paid for by Steffes Group.

Wisconsin farmers only had 1% of their corn in the ground as of Sunday. Pam Jahnke recaps the thin results of fieldwork courtesy of the WI Ag Statistics Service.

Dry weather, not planting progress, is what's keeping the markets attention this morning. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend says there's already some field abandonment discussed in the marketplace. Plus cattle are making some moves based on speculation that some Mexican cattle might re-enter the market.

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The severe weather Wisconsin's experienced emphasizes why individual weather data can be so meaningful. Right now the National Weather Service is asking all residents to consider becoming a part of their weather reporting network. Ben Jarboe finds out why that individual information can be so powerful from Sarah Marquardt, senior meteorologist with the National Weather Service bureau in S.E. Wisconsin.

Frost may surprise some early risers today. Stu Muck says it's another weather system slowly moving through the state. The good news is that temps will warm, and we should be able to string together a couple days of dry weather.

Consumers may be frustrated with high beef prices, but imagine the anxiety of the beef producers! Once they sell that animal, they have to consider how expensive it will be to purchase a replacement animal. Where's the tipping point in this high price arena? Kiley Allan asks that question of Dan Schaffer. Schaffer is a former professor in meat sciences at UW-Madison College of Ag and Life Sciences. He's also a recent inductee into the WI Association of Meat Processors Hall of Fame. Schaffer now operates Schaffer Consulting trying to help processors and producers navigate these high prices.

Seven new Master Cheesemakers have made the grade in Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke runs down the list of new honorees and explains a bit of their career path to the prize.

Wisconsin dairy farmer Virgil Haag joins Stephanie Hoff to discuss the powerful partnership between the state’s producers and the Alice in Dairyland program. Explore how this ambassadorship uses high-reach media campaigns and personal community engagement to build lasting consumer trust. Sharing the story of Wisconsin’s dairy heritage today ensures a thriving industry for the next generation. Learn more at wisconsindairy.org.

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Jordan Ag Supply in Monroe, WI is a farmer's one-stop shop when it comes to everything they need for field plastics, bunker covers, bags, equipment, and more. Brad Jordan is the Inside and Outside Sales Representative, so when I had the opportunity to sit down with him and talk about everything plastics, I knew he was just the guy to ask what the most important things are that we need to consider when picking out plastics for the farm.

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