The Rural View

Beth Schaefer is the Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom Coordinator, and shares insights on how the program supports teachers and students in understanding agriculture's role in everyday life. Beth talks about the importance of community connections, and strategies to overcome barriers in educational outreach.

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Chase Pagel shares her journey from farm tour storyteller to children's author, highlighting her books that celebrate agriculture and her innovative approach to education. Discover how her work is inspiring young minds and connecting communities to farming through engaging stories and resources.

Chase's book, "Big Farms, Little Farms" is this year's Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Book of the Year!

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In this episode, Buffy Uglow from the UW-Madison Extension discusses the AgrAbility program, its impact on farmers with limitations, and how assistive technology is transforming agriculture. Learn about success stories, program partnerships, and how farmers can access these vital resources.

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Join us as Ben and Haily Sand share their journey in agriculture, their involvement in Farm Bureau, and how they balance farming, consulting, and community service. Discover insights into rural life, farm management, and leadership development.

Ben and Haily do a lot! So buckle up, and enjoy!

Join us as Shari Black from Wisconsin State Fair shares her journey from county fair exhibitor to CEO of State Fair Park, highlighting the importance of agriculture, fair traditions, and upcoming celebrations at the Wisconsin State Fair's 175th year!

Hear the history and tradition of the cream puff, and all about upcoming projects and upgrades to State Fair Park!

Enjoy the fair!

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In this episode, Joanna Guza joins Amy and Jim to share her journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming a successful garlic farmer, farm broadcaster, and social media influencer. (She's TikTok famous you know!)

Discover tips on growing garlic, marketing strategies, and balancing farm life with family.

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In this episode, Tyler Wenzlaff, director of national affairs for Wisconsin Farm Bureau, shares insights on federal issues affecting agriculture, including the farm bill, dairy labeling, labor, wolf management, and legislative processes. A must-listen for farmers and industry stakeholders wanting to understand policy impacts and advocacy strategies, as well as the grassroots policy development process through Farm Bureau.

You're going to want to hang around until the end for this one!

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Join hosts, Amy and Jim, as Ashley Schlender shares her journey from farm life to Farm Bureau involvement, highlighting the importance of promoting agriculture through community engagement, innovative farming practices like robotic dairies, and effective outreach strategies.

Ashley is on the Wisconsin State Promotion & Engagement Committee which focuses a lot on community events, education and engaging with both those involved in agriculture and not, and connecting the two!

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In this episode, Emily Klingbeil from Great Lakes Ag Labor Services shares insights into the H-2A labor program, its benefits, challenges, and how farmers can leverage it to meet their seasonal labor needs.

Discover practical steps, misconceptions, and the future outlook for agricultural labor solutions.

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In this episode, Brandon Boyd from UW-Madison shares with Amy and Jim his journey from a Wisconsin family farm to studying agronomy and agricultural business management.

Through his deep involvement with Collegiate Farm Bureau, he's been exposed to a wealth of opportunities to network with agriculture industry professionals and other students who speak his language.

Brandon is the Vice President of the UW-Madison Collegiate Farm Bureau and will be the next President. He's excited to continue growing membership and exposing students and community members to agriculture by answering their questions and teaching them about the many facets of ag.

Brandon discusses his many college involvements and experiences, and future plans to work in agronomy and eventually take over the family farm.

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