State Tree Arrives And Whey Market Stays Red Hot - Yonkman

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

This weekend the Wisconsin Farmers Union gathers together in WI Dells for their annual convention. The group has a lot to celebrate after the recent opening of "Market on River", their restaurant operating in their new state headquarters in downtown Chippewa Falls. Jill Welke talks with Kirsten Slaughter and Tara Greiman.
Bitterly cold today for Wisconsinites, but quick improvements tomorrow. That's the weather promise from Stu Muck, ag meteorologist.
The official Christmas tree has arrived at the State Capitol. A Rhinelander area couple has donated the tree for a second year. Stephanie Hoff finds out about all the details that must be in place, courtesy of Darren Smith, groundskeeper at the State Capitol.
No Farm Bill could create some off scenarios for farmers and the food system. Tyler Wenzlaff is the director of national affairs with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation. He explains that without the guidance of a Farm Bill, the food tab for the federal government and USDA could skyrocket overnight.
Ryan Yonkman with EverAg joins Pam Jahnke to discuss dairy drivers in the marketplace. Whey, for example, is red hot right now. Yonkman says some of the weight loss medications that are skyrocketing in use are driving all protein markets, but especially sports and energy drinks. They contain whey. He also forecasts a little of the first quarter 2025.

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