When it comes to ethanol organizations, it’s the more the merrier, according to the organizers of a new group called Growth Energy. “We believe the more associations, the better,” said Jeff Broin, CEO of POET, during a press conference this morning announcing the new organization. The main focus of the new group is on dispelling the myth perpetuated by the …
Zimfo Bytes
Equine Promotions, Inc. and the Country Living Association are excited to announce a new event targeting the rural lifestyle and all it encompasses. The Country Lifestyle Experience will showcase everything from agriculture to alternative energy sources. Farm Journal and Farm Foundation are collaborating to present the first Food and Agriculture Policy Summit. Slated for Dec. 2–4 in Washington D.C., the …
Back Forty Blog
I just learned about the Back Forty blog since cappressglw is now following me on Twitter. This is a gathering place for people who have found their patch of ground to grow what they like, raise the animals they like and stretch out a bit without the neighbors peering in through the side window. Call it a small farm, hobby …
A Smile At The End Of A Monday
Thanks to one of my Facebook friends I got a link to this video/song which I think is hilarious. It’s Monday. Time to lighten up and relax. I’m lobbying for them to perform at an NAFB Convention. What do you think? Actually, they’ve got another video that might be more appropriate. See you in KC, MO. Post Update: Chelsea says …
Ethanol Producers Form Growth Energy
I just found out about that new ethanol group being formed. It’s called Growth Energy. Growth Energy is a group committed to the promise of agriculture and growing America’s economy through cleaner, greener energy. Growth Energy members recognize America needs a new ethanol approach. Through smart policy reform and a proactive grassroots campaign, Growth Energy promotes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, …
TwiTip is Your Twitter Resource
Hello Twitter lovers and wonderers. I know you either like Twitter and tweeting or you’re still wondering, “Twitter?” Now you’ve got a great new resource to help you get it from new media master down under, Darren Rowse. It’s called TwiTip. Darren is also Mr. ProBlogger. So go there. Learn and start tweeting. Warning: You may get addicted.
Zimfo Bytes
Novus International, a leader in animal health and nutrition, recently announced the appointment of Dr. Nasser Odetallah as Product Manager, Enzymes and Probiotics. Dr. Odetallah’s primary responsibility will be to increase the brand awareness and sale of CIBENZA™ feed additives and other Novus enzyme and probiotic products. Vyta Corp now controls 100% ownership interest in BIOAGRA, LLC, and Paul H. …
New Ethanol Group Being Formed
According to Mr. Ethanol, Jeff Broin, CEO, POET we’re about to hear of a new organization that will help open new markets for the renewable fuel. When I spoke to Jeff at last week’s Project LIBERTY field day he said that an issue that presents a challenge to the ethanol industry is the regulatory cap which limits ethanol to 10 …
Farm Safety Quiz at NAFB Trade Talk
NAFB Trade Talk is this Thursday. Cindy and I will be there with our golden ZimmComm microphones. There are a lot of organizations exhibiting again this year. Feel free to let me know what you’ve got planned and we’ll feature it here on AgWired. Let’s take the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day Program as an example. They’re doing a “Farm Safety …
Working With Farm OEM’s
The Director of Business Development for POET is Scott Weishaar. He was the guy who told us about the various equipment options on display at their Project LIBERTY field day. That’s because he works directly with the farm OEM’s. He’s being interviewed in this picture (left). He says the response from the OEM’s is phenomenal. There are several systems already …