Weather Woes Impact Grain Prices

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Drew Lerner, president and senior meteorologist from world weather incorporated joins Jill Welke to dive into the why behind what’s been causing the weather patterns we’ve been experiencing. He says it all starts with el Niño and la Nina.

Apple production is looking to be ahead of normal bloom time and production level despite the excess rain we've been getting. This is according to Jacob Franzen, farm manager at Ski-Hi Fruit Farm in Baraboo.

When it comes to ice cream, everyone has a favorite flavor that brings back fond memories. But what many don’t realize is the incredible amount of work and innovation that goes into creating these delicious treats. Andrew Riley, Kwik Trip Dairy Production Manager, and Katarina Nemitz, a food scientist in the R&D department, provide an inside look at the meticulous process behind Kwik Trip’s ice cream creations.

John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend joins Charitee Seebecker. He says grains are in a tight spot with the change in weather forecast and demand is still a problem.

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