New President Of DBA Not A Dairy Farmer And Watch Out On Solar Contracts

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Farmers and landowners are finding the idea of solar panels on their bare land pretty lucrative from a financial standpoint. Kelly Wilfert, UW-Extension Law Specialist cautions potential partners to be careful and investigate before the sign any documents. She explains the potential risks and rewards to Stephanie Hoff.

Mild is a good way to describe the weather Wisconsin will bask in today - but watch out - it's temporary. That's the word from Stu Muck on the weekend forecast.

Over 500 people attended 2025 Dairy Strong at the KI Center in Green Bay. As part of the Dairy Business Association's annual business meeting, the elected a new president. For the first time in the organization's 25 year history - it's not a dairy producer. Pam Jahnke visits with Greg Sigenthaler, a dairy processor with Grande Cheese and the new DBA president. He believes being a part of the association's dialog will help inform dairy producers and processors alike about market and industry changes they must address.

There's new incentives available to farms through Focus on Energy. Pam Jahnke talks with energy advisor, Jessica Mlsna, about some of the new perks of working with their team. Enhanced incentives for grain dryers, irrigation motors and greenhouse evaluations lead the list of new options. Paid for by Focus on Energy/CESA.

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