The Menomonie mayor explains why his city has concerns about a massive data center project. Then, we look at the precarious market soybean farmers are facing this season. And we learn how to turn blemished apples into tasty treats.
Featured in this Episode
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Menomonie mayor puts $1.6B data center project on hold
Earlier this week, Menomonie Mayor Randy Knaack said he’s putting a proposed $1.6 billion data center construction project on hold indefinitely. We talk with Mayor Knaack about the data center situation and plans moving forward.
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Challenges for Wisconsin soybean farmers
The soybean harvest is underway in Wisconsin, and farmers are struggling with where the crop is going to go due to tariffs and international trade disputes. We talk to the president of the Wisconsin Soybean Association about what farmers are experiencing and what solutions they’re looking for.
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It's apple cooking season
The fruit monitoring report from UW-Madison is out and although some parts of the state are experiencing less than ideal apple crops, this Wisconsin chef shares her favorite recipes and ways to reduce waste. We talk with Laurel Burleson, the owner of Ugly Apple Café in Dane County.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Randy Knaack Guest
- Doug Rebout Guest
- Laurel Burleson Guest
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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