Hello you photographers, social media content producers, influencers, broadcasters, publishers. Here at ZimmComm Headquarters we have accumulated a variety of equipment that we have used. I’m just that kind of agnerd. For example. I’ve got several tripods along with several different tripod heads. And of course, some audio devices for a variety of purposes. Here is the current list I …
Western Ag Network and Ag Information Network Announce Merger
Western Ag Network (WAN) and Ag Information Network (AIN) announced a strategic merger this week under Nemetz Communications, Inc., bringing together two respected agricultural media organizations to create a comprehensive ag broadcast platform focused in the West and Southeast. “This merger reflects a shared commitment to elevate the accessibility and depth of agricultural information across the West and beyond,” said …
ACN Selects Corner Window Communications
Kristin Harner will be Corner Window’s team lead on ACN. The Ag Communicators Network has selected Corner Window Communications of New Prague, Minnesota, as its management group. The Board made the decision in August, following a round of interviews at the Ag Media Summit. “As we looked at our organization’s mission to provide superior professional development and member services, plus …
2025 NAFB Convention Registration in Progress
The NAFB Convention is the place to be in November! Have you registered yet? Early Bird registration closes on Sept. 30. Convention planners are adding some great professional development and education sessions to the program that you won’t want to miss. Here is a preview: Artificial Intelligence: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Women in Agribusiness Professional Coaching “Hey! …
The NAMA Nexus Will Get You Talking
It’s the NAMA Nexus! This elevated, workshop-style event is designed to spark collaboration and drive real-world impact. Rather than traditional lecture-style sessions, you’ll engage directly with peers and industry experts in dynamic, discussion-based sessions. Bring your curiosity and individual experience to the table for the best, most engaging experience. These focused sessions will explore today’s most pressing topics and challenges …
ACN and LPC Awards
Looking for the winners from the Agricultural Communicators Network (ACN) and Livestock Publications Council? Let’s get started with ACN. The winners were announced at the 2025 Ag Media Summit on July 29, 2025. Here is a complete list of all the winners. Here are the Skill Excellence Award Winners. And a full list of Contest Results. For photos of awards …
National ACT Officers Elected at Ag Media Summit
The National Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (National ACT) elected its 2025-2026 officers at their annual conference held in conjunction with the recent Agricultural Media Summit in Rogers, Ark. The newly elected officers for 2025-2026 are: Emma Heiden, South Dakota State University, president; Wyatt Morrow, Wilmington College, vice president; LaKacee Lipp, South Dakota State University, secretary-treasurer; Lydia Hill, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural …
Passing of Mike Perrine
I am sad to say that I just found out that one of my best farm radio friends, Mike Perrine, has passed. I have enjoyed every conversation and we’ve had some fun times together. Mike was a great listener and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be seriously missed by so many people who have worked with him. …
ZimmCast 748 – Preview of 2025 Ag Media Summit
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. Let’s get a preview of the 2025 Agricultural Media Summit with Shelia Grobosky, BioZyme, and AMS Steering Committee Chair and LPC President. It’s all about meetings, keynote and general sessions, breakouts, InfoExpo, awards, ACT student members, sponsors and more. Listen to the episode here: (15:05) That’s the ZimmCast for now. Please let us know …
Interview with AI Moderator of The Ag Rundown
I’m going to start by confessing that I have not used AI. Well, actually that is on purpose since a lot of things are now inside applications that we’ve been using for a long time. Maybe it is time to learn more and here’s one way. Have you heard of The Ag Rundown podcast? Using an AI moderator, it is …