Beste Mid West Podcasts (2025)

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Fond du Lac Couple Named Compeer's 2025 GroundBreakers 16:00

2h ago16:00

16:00

Evan Schrauth has wanted to farm since he was two years old. Today - he is, but not after more than a few setbacks and challenges. Evan, and his wife Taylor, were recognized by Compeer Financial during their GroundBreaker 2025 forum in Rockford, IL. Their mixed breed herd of Guernsey and Holstein dairy cattle make up the foundation that Evan is bui…

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New Melle & Fair 36:05

11d ago36:05

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Dave and Eric are chugging along with their donut reviews despite something happening this episode they never saw coming! Plus, Eric brings a new fast food joint dipping its toes in the donut game in this weeks Donut News of The Week! Follow us on Instagram: @midwestdonutspodVon Eric Leggitt

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Valentines Disappointment With Scammer Romance - And Bees By Mail Soon 50:00

3h ago50:00

50:00

No one wants to open their mailbox and find a swarm of bees, but for those passionate about beekeeping, that’s exactly what they’ll be hoping for soon. With the new year underway, Blain’s Farm & Fleet is helping beekeepers prepare for spring with their live honeybee orders for the 2025 season. Ordering early ensures bees will be ready to pollinate …

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Big Retailers Fall In Love With 'Healthy Grown' 7:20

2d ago7:20

7:20

Consumers run into a lot of labels, but there's one that's unique to Wisconsin vegetables that's worth paying attention to. Deana Knuteson is a scientist with the Plant Pathology Department at UW-Madison. She's been coordinating the Healthy Grown program for more than two decades. Healthy Grown helps farmers promote their conservation practices wit…

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Restaurant Industry Seeing Eggs-tra Hurdles 15:01

2d ago15:01

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In recent weeks eggs have been top of mind for the food industry as well as consumers. What many may not think of is how it affects restaurants. Susan Quam the Executive Vice President of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association explains how low supply and high prices are causing restaurants to raise their own prices. She explains that in some cases re…

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Sipping Spirits On The Farm - A Diversification Strategy 20:03

2d ago20:03

20:03

Welcome back as we explore stories of innovation and tradition in Wisconsin’s specialty crop sector. Today we’re heading to Retzer Family Farm near Fond du Lac. On the farm, you’ll find Ledgerock Distillery, where the Retzer family is producing craft spirits with their grain – think bourbon, whiskey, vodka, and gin. Bryce Retzer says inviting peopl…

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New Technology Turns Air Into Nitrogen 11:03

3d ago11:03

11:03

For row crop farmers nitrogen can be the most expensive part of the operation every year. New technology has come out to change that, by giving producers an opportunity to turn air into nitrogen. Jay Witt a dealer with Green Lightning explains how their machine can decrease costs and increase yields. The goal of this new technology is to feed the w…

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Unlock Dairy Careers with Escape Room Adventure - Virgil Haag 4:19

3d ago4:19

4:19

The dairy industry is filled with exciting career opportunities, cutting-edge technology, and hands-on learning experiences. And To inspire the next generation, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is bringing interactive educational programs into classrooms, helping students discover the many roles that keep dairy farms thriving. Virgil Haag, member of the …

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Antigo Is A Hub For Seed Potatoes 10:10

4d ago10:10

10:10

When you open a bag of potato chips, you’d be amazed at the years of research behind the scenes that ensures you have a safe, high-quality, and enjoyable snacking experience. Antigo, Wisconsin is the seed capital for our potato farmers and researchers looking for the perfect traits for all the different potato foods we enjoy. Kevin Gallenberg is th…

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Net Zero and Beyond: Research Driving Dairy’s Environmental Goals 5:11

4d ago5:11

5:11

Dairy farmers face constant challenges—from maintaining healthy soil to managing water quality and reducing their environmental impact. What if innovative solutions could make their work easier while also benefiting the planet? Dr. Mara Cloutier, Research soil scientist and project manager at the soil health institute shares how the Dairy Soil and …

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Back To Work At The Capitol With New Ag Leaders And DARING - What Is It? 50:00

4d ago50:00

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We may not see a Farm Bill moving yet - but in the state of Wisconsin, there's policy decisions coming together quickly. Bob Bosold catches up with Jordan Lamb, legal advisor to many agriculture organizations in Wisconsin. The conversation covers everything from the governor's upcoming proposed budget to existing programs continued performance. A W…

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E-Commerce Makes A Difference - Angie Horkan 10:11

4d ago10:11

10:11

After a successful spring e-commerce campaign in 2024, the Wisconsin Beef Council invested in a fall tailgating e-commerce effort and recently received the results of that strategy. Ads ran on retailer online stores and popular consumer platforms, including influencer, cooking, and lifestyle sites. Angie Horkan, Director of Marketing for the Wiscon…

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Expert Leans Toward ARC 6:07

5d ago6:07

6:07

April 15th is this year’s deadline for Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. How do you know which one is best for your farm? Paul Mitchell with the Renk Agribusiness Institute at UW-Madison says it wasn’t much of a question this year of which direction to go, especially with the volatile environment agriculture is…

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Veggie Technology & Research To Consider This Year 5:56

5d ago5:56

5:56

So while nothing is green outside yet, it doesn’t mean that growers are not thinking about planting season. Tamas Houlihan joins us, he’s the executive director of the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association. There’s a lot of preparation that goes into a successful growing season, even from an association standpoint, not just on the farm…

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We Need A Wild Winter And Wheat's On The Move - Heinberg 50:00

5d ago50:00

50:00

With a major winter storm approaching the state, it's important to know why those systems now play a role in spring weather later. Pam Jahnke talks with Eric Snodgrass, Principal Atmospheric Scientist for Conduit. Snodgrass admits he's a "nerd" for weather, and has been his whole life. He explains to Jahnke why the fires in California and the snow …

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Wisconsin Fairs Matter More Than Ever 9:41

6d ago9:41

9:41

The Wisconsin Association of Fairs (WAF) is undergoing a major revamp to ensure the long-term success of the fair industry. Executive Director Jayme Buttke shared that this transformation is a result of careful strategic planning. "Two years ago, our board sat down and asked, 'Where do we want the next level of the fair industry to be?'" Buttke sai…

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New Database Ready To Connect Farms With School Lunch Programs 4:29

6d ago4:29

4:29

David Lee Schneider has a small diversified farm just north of Green Bay. He also has an appointment with the state Department of Public Instruction. He works with the school nutrition and farm-to-school teams. He’s spent the last few years on a mission to grow a database of farms and schools in need of local food. David says it’s a tool ready for …

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Weight Load Expansion Matters And WIAA Partnership Pays 50:00

6d ago50:00

50:00

There's a new poultry guideline that's got producers and regulators talking. Ben Jarboe talks with Ron Kean(cane) the poultry specialist with extension. Kean gives insight to the new rule in poultry that looks to provide transparency in the industry. Cold weather continues in Wisconsin with snow around mid-week according to Stu Muck. It's been almo…

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AgriMindset - Navigating Regulatory & Policy Changes - Ben Duncanson 9:35

6d ago9:35

9:35

As the leading financial services provider for agriculture and rural communities in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin, Compeer's financial advisors understand agriculture, the challenges and the opportunities, and work with our clients to ensure their operation is financially viable for years to come. Ben Duncanson is the Senior Legislative Affairs…

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Status Report On Spuds In Storage 8:06

6d ago8:06

8:06

Brian Lee joins us from Okray Family Farms in Plover. While potato harvest wrapped up in the fall, spuds are stored until the following year. Brian's job is to make sure the stored potatoes are getting out to customers. He says this year, the yield was down compared to 2023, so supply is tighter. The quality of the potatoes in storage is favorable.…

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Ensuring a Strong Future for Dairy: Edge Dairy Cooperative’s Advocacy Efforts 8:20

9d ago8:20

8:20

Dairy farmers work hard every day to produce the milk and dairy products we all enjoy, but behind the scenes, there are big challenges shaping their future. From labor shortages to trade policies, environmental regulations to farm support programs, decisions made in Washington, D.C. impact farms of all sizes. As we move into 2025, key policy change…

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Dairy Farmers & D.C.: Why 2025 Policy Debates Matter 5:30

10d ago5:30

5:30

As 2025 begins, key policy issues remain unresolved in Washington, D.C. These decisions will impact dairy farmers nationwide. Cassandra Kuball, Vice President of Torrey Advisory Group, which advocates for Edge Dairy Cooperative, shared insights on these pressing matters. “The first major issue is the fiscal cliff,” Kuball said. “Congress must addre…

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Executive Director Coming Soon & New FFA Week Fundraiser 5:46

10d ago5:46

5:46

Ellen Schutt serves as the interim executive director of the Wisconsin FFA Foundation. Right now, the foundation is preparing for a new fundraising opportunity during FFA Week -- Feb. 15-22. The hiring process for an executive director position is also going on now. Ellen says they should have a name in the next two weeks. This person will be respo…

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Ag Lobbyist Jordan Lamb Interprets Evers' Budget Proposal 5:36

10d ago5:36

5:36

It was a busy week in the state Capitol with announcements regarding agricultural policy proposals and funding. Jordan Lamb is an attorney and lobbyist with The Welch Group Public Affairs in Madison, representing about eight agricultural groups. We start with the governor’s latest announcement. Gov. Tony Evers released his agricultural budget prior…

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Tariffs vs French Fries - What Do Trade Wars Mean For Frozen Foods? 6:15

10d ago6:15

6:15

Blair Richardson is the president and CEO of Potatoes USA. They’re the group in charge of growing demand for homegrown potatoes both here domestically and overseas. Blair says the demand story for potatoes has been excellent. He says there are potential headwinds if tariffs put a higher price tag on some of the frozen foods we enjoy, such as french…

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Cheese Brine Combats Icy Roads And GDT Looks Good For U.S. Dairy- Matt Tranel 50:00

10d ago50:00

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Freezing rain has made it a slippery morning so people are advised to use caution. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck gives details on what can be expected the rest of the week, which includes strong winds and snow. Charitee Seebecker has a conversation with Charles Narveson, the Green County Highway Commissioner on how they use an unexpected product to kee…

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Green Fields, Greener Future: Agriculture’s Role in Emissions Reduction 7:32

11d ago7:32

7:32

The Potential for U.S. Agriculture to Be Greenhouse Gas Negative report highlights five key areas where U.S. agriculture could become greenhouse gas negative. Dr. Chuck Rice, University Distinguished Professor in Agronomy at Kansas State University, discussed the findings. “This report focuses on practices ready for implementation,” Rice said. “We’…

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Organic Valley Puts Plant-Based Twist On Coffee Creamers 7:58

11d ago7:58

7:58

Recent consumer trends show the demand for more plant-based products to hit the shelves. This has led to Organic Valley to introduce their first oat-based creamers. Dawn Burns the Organic Valley innovation manager gives details on what has led them to this new product that uses Midwest sourced oats. She explains that consumers are looking closer at…

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A Corn Seed Developed For Northern Producers 13:33

11d ago13:33

13:33

With a continuous need to produce more with less in the grain industry, one company has shifted focus to specific areas when developing corn seed. Rex Gray, the Golden Harvest, GHX, corn products manager gives a look at the new seed they have developed that is meant for northern states. Gray explains that with shorter growing seasons and colder wea…

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Spring’s Buzz Is Coming: Order Live Honeybees for Your Hive 9:40

12d ago9:40

9:40

No one wants to open their mailbox and find a swarm of bees, but for those passionate about beekeeping, that’s exactly what they’ll be hoping for soon. With the new year underway, Blain’s Farm & Fleet is helping beekeepers prepare for spring with their live honeybee orders for the 2025 season. Ordering early ensures bees will be ready to pollinate …

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Klondike Sees Opportunity With Heavier Weight Allowances 4:12

12d ago4:12

4:12

It's been almost a year since Wisconsin passed legislation to allow heavier weights of liquid dairy products on state roads. SB 431, passed in March 2024, extends the state’s current allowance for milk hauling of 98,000 pounds over six axles to include all liquid dairy products, such as liquid whey. Whey is a value-added ingredient in a wide range …

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Kidding Season Draws Visitors To Bed & Breakfast 19:01

12d ago19:01

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It’s almost kidding season at Rainbow Ridge Farm in Onalaska, and you wouldn’t believe the amount of people who are drawn in! It’s not just the cuteness of baby goats that gets people excited, it’s the chance to welcome new life onto the farm and get your hands dirty. Cindy Hoehne runs Rainbow Ridge Farm, a bed and breakfast, farm camp, and agricul…

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Green And Gold Strikes Emotional Nerve And Markets React To Tariffs - Heinberg 50:00

12d ago50:00

50:00

The movie Green and Gold opened nationwide on Friday. It's the story of a Wisconsin dairy farmers struggling to hang on to the farm, when he's offered a chance to bet it all on the Green Bay Packers winning a championship. He takes the bet. Pam Jahnke visits with one of the Upper Michigan brothers that produced and directed the film. Davin Lindwall…

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Cooperative Model For Farm Transitions 10:28

13d ago10:28

10:28

Can a cooperative be an option for a farm succession plan? In some cases, it can work. It’s one of the areas that the UW Center for Cooperatives is looking into. Kelly Maynard is a cooperative development specialist with the center, which is part of the Division of Extension. In addition to research, outreach, and education, they also help people s…

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Dairy Farmers Continue Partnering With High School Sports 8:36

13d ago8:36

8:36

This is an exciting time of year as Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) partners with the WIAA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association) and WSN (Wisconsin Sports Network). Dairy farmer, executive board member and WI representative on the National Dairy Board, Gail Klinkner, takes a moment to explain why this partnership is key from a nutrition…

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Wisconsin Agribusiness Calculates Potenial Losses - Labor And Tariffs 50:00

13d ago50:00

50:00

Tariff developments over the weekend headline the hour. Wisconsin depends on export sales to Canada, Mexico and China as their 3 big business partners. Bob Bosold focuses on concentration in agribusiness doing that business with author Austin Frerick. Frerick was a keynote speaker during the WI Farmers Union state convention. A little fog this morn…

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Craig T. Nelson's Message To Farmers And Getting Prepared For Tariffs 50:00

13d ago50:00

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Dairy farmers are waiting to witness the impact of revisions to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMO) beginning in June. How can you best prepare your farm for some of the risk that comes with these changes? Leonard Polzin is a dairy economist with the Division of Extension. He’ll be walking us through the what-ifs of 2025 wiuth Stephanie Hoff. …

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Spuds Belong At Your Super Bowl Soiree 4:52

14d ago4:52

4:52

77th Alice in Dairyland Halei Heinzel joins Mid-West Farm Report in-studio for your Super Bowl party needs. She says potatoes can be used in so many ways, whether you enjoy them fried, mashed, boiled, baked, or stewed. They'll make the perfect addition to your indoor tailgate party as an appetizer or a main dish. Wisconsin’s farmers grow six variet…

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A New Perspective On Mass Deportation & Trade Tension 10:13

16d ago10:13

10:13

Mass deportation, trade wars – these are phrases that we’re hearing frequently with a new administration that right now are followed with some question marks. Today, we’re getting some perspective on what President Trump’s immigration and tariff stance looks like and how it could impact Wisconsin farmers. Cody Heller joins us from Central Wisconsin…

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Milwaukee School Pioneers New Approach To Ag Education 26:10

16d ago26:10

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In rural America, agriculture is a way of life and is learned through experiences from a young age, but those who grow up in urban settings don’t get that experience. There is one school in Milwaukee looking to change that. The River Trails School of Agricultural Science offers a unique experience to their students by having an ag focus in all grad…

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Alice In Dairyland Returns From Vietnam Trade Mission 5:49

17d ago5:49

5:49

77th Alice in Dairyland Halei Heinzel joins us in-studio as she passes the six-month mark of her role as Wisconsin’s agricultural ambassador. Travel is a big part of the job, and she’s put over 20,000 miles on her vehicle so far traveling to local events and classrooms across the state. Her work has also taken her overseas. She just returned from a…

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Dairy Economist Models The Pros & Cons Of Tariffs 9:59

17d ago9:59

9:59

The Trump administration plans on using tariffs – or higher taxes on foreign goods – as a negotiation tool to benefit U.S. consumers. Hiccups could come into play if our trading partners retaliate with their own tariffs. What would that mean for agriculture? Chuck Nicholson is an associate professor in ag economics and dairy science at UW-Madison. …

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CA Milk Should Rebound After HPAI And Looming Tariffs Make Markets Anxious - Tranel 50:00

17d ago50:00

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Tari Costello is the new executive director of the WI FFA Alumni and Supporters. Costello is a freshly retired former ag teacher from Waupun. Despite her extensive background with state FFA, she still had to maneuver through some challenges. Jill Welke gets an update. Near record breaking warmth today for Wisconsin, but the winds stay noticeable. S…

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Milwaukee Ag School Thrives And UW-Extension Faces Challenges Head On 50:00

18d ago50:00

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Entries are flowing in for the 2025 US Championship Cheese Contest, coming up in March in Green Bay. Ben Jarboe finds out about new categories and flavors for this year's events from Kirstin Strohmenger from the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Association. Mild but windy - that's the forecast from Stu Muck. Grotegut Dairy in Netwon, WI, has been named 2025 …

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Eddie's Southtown & Richard's 40:36

18d ago40:36

40:36

Dave brings yet another St.Louis area staple donut shop, while Eric brings some more interesting donut news and a Sacramento area donut shop a little off the beaten path! Follow us on Instagram: @midwestdonutspodVon Eric Leggitt

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FISC Is Back In Session This Week 7:22

18d ago7:22

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Prof. Steve Kelm chairs the Department of Animal and Food Science at UW-River Falls. This week, classes started back up for Farm & Industry Short Course students. This is the second year that FISC has been at UW-River Falls, and Kelm says enrollment is up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin Gains Another Voice On The House Ag Committee 7:48

19d ago7:48

7:48

Wisconsin has another voice on the House Agriculture Committee. Freshman member Congressman Tony Wied represents District 8 in the House of Representatives. He gets started on his first full session in office after finishing the remainder of former Congressman Mike Gallagher's late last year. Congressman Wied introduces himself to us today. He also…

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Extension Faces A "Dollars & Cents" Hurdle 11:07

19d ago11:07

11:07

Division of Extension Dean and Director Karl Martin tells Mid-West Farm Report that Extension has lost about 20 percent of its staff in the past decade. He points to funding challenges as the reason for the loss of agents. Most recently, Iowa County has had to cut Extension funding. Martin says this is often because essential services, such as EMS,…

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Carbon Credit And Understanding The Language - Plus Beef Keeps Climbing - Heinberg 50:00

19d ago50:00

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Finding volunteers has become like finding a needle in a haystack for many groups. Ian Hill knows all about it. Community events are something we hold near and dear in rural Wisconsin. Whether it's your town’s summer festival, a dairy breakfast, or a county fair. Those events can’t happen without people willing to give up their time, money, and ene…

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Behind The Scenes Of The U.S. Cheese Championship 10:34

20d ago10:34

10:34

Wisconsin is America's Dairyland and is well known for its ability to produce some of the best cheese in the world. This is why it is picked to host the United States Championship Cheese Contest. Kirsten Strohmenger explains the history of the contest as well as what goes into putting it together. Strohmenger is the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Associat…

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