Ag Media Summit Follow Ups

Chuck Zimmerman

Chef Gil LoganAfter blogging an event like the Ag Media Summit there’s always the follow up work. For me this includes archiving my photos. I use Adobe Light Room to import my photos from the camera cards to start with and give them all a common file name and numbering system. Then I place them onto a separate hard drive for future use. At this year’s Summit I shot 550 photos of which I put 264 in the online photo album. I also archive the video files. I didn’t shoot much at AMS this year but there were still a couple of YouTube videos posted. I also archive the audio files which at AMS was about 15 this year. A couple of those were my sessions which I’ve sent to AAEA for use on their website.

Counting this post there are 35 stories posted for the Summit this year. Most of them have a photo included and of course some have audio files or YouTube videos.

So besides archiving I’ve just been looking through all the stuff I picked up at the Summit this year. I think I have 8 new USB memory sticks containing media kit information and that doesn’t count the CD’s or fully printed kits of information. I’m going to be looking through them and have already seen some AgWired story ideas I’ll use in the future.

I made bourbon coffee today which I got at Woodford Reserve Distillery and it was even better than I thought it would be. I bought some other products there but I’m saving them for hunting camp later this year.

My daughters are fighting (not hard) over the iTunes gift card I got. I’m going to try to fulfill all the “can you send me a photo” requests but if I don’t send you yours soon please email remind me. There was a lot going on there and if it didn’t get written down then . . .

The photo is executive chef Gil Logan from Churchill Downs. He prepared the food for the reception we had there on Sunday afternoon. It was really good and this guy was very funny. He’s a huge advocate for the farmer and in his spare time and vacations he visits farms to find new recipes.

Now I think I need a nap.

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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Corn Commentary Blog Launched by NCGA

Chuck Zimmerman

Corn CommentaryThe National Corn Growers Association has just launched a new blog called Corn Commentary. It’s “The blog about corn farming and American agriculture.”

ZimmComm New Media has been happy to assist with the development of this new website which is meant “to provide a lighter, more personalized look at corn, agriculture and the events of the day that affect the nation’s corn producers. Sometimes we’ll update you on the latest news, sometimes we’ll step back for some quiet reflection, but it will always be seasoned with the knowledge and perspective you’ve come to expect from NCGA.”

Please visit the site and let me know what you think. In fact, if you’ve got some good story ideas don’t hesitate to send them along.

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Zimfo Bites

Laura McNamara

  • The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association has announced that Larry Brown, vice president educational programs, is retiring from the organization in September, after 30 years of service. Brown started working at USPOULTRY in 1977 as the director of communications. He is currently in charge of the annual USPOULTRY seminar series and student educational programming. “I have enjoyed working with Larry over the last few years. He is the most thorough and professional individual I have had the pleasure of working with,” said USPOULTRY President Don Dalton.
  • Dow AgroSciences to reveal an exciting, new family of herbicide tolerance traits during the Farm Progress Show on Aug. 28 through 30 in Decatur, Ill. Known currently as Dow AgroSciences Herbicide Tolerance (DHT), this innovative technology will improve and enhance the performance of glyphosate and glufosinate cropping systems, says Dan Kittle, vice president of Research & Development at Dow AgroSciences. “DHT traits will enable the use of additional broad-spectrum herbicides with differing modes of action in both the burndown and postemergence application timings,” Kittle says. “These technologies will provide solutions to improve the control of hard-to-kill broadleaf weeds, reduce selection pressure for glyphosate resistance and help to sustain the use of the glyphosate tolerance cropping system in crops like corn, soybeans and cotton.”
  • Jon Miducki has joined Farm Journal Media as National Accounts Manager for Farm Journal Database Strategies. In his new position, Miducki will be responsible for the company’s database products and services sales efforts. In making the announcement, Farm Journal Media Senior Vice President, Allen Moczygemba, said: “We’re extremely fortunate to have someone with Jon’s experience and abilities join Farm Journal Media. I’m confident that with Jon’s sales management experience Farm Journal Database Strategies will demonstrate continued growth. In addition, Jon will lead the company effort in introducing new and innovative direct marketing products into the marketplace. In his new role, Miducki will be responsible for servicing existing national accounts while overseeing new business development. Miducki will office out of his home in Ohio and report to Moczygemba.
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Boehringer Ingelheim Funds PRRS Research

Laura McNamara

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.As the swine industry continues raising awareness for the need of porcine reproductive and respitory syndrome, or PRRS, Boehringer Ingelheim continues its annual PRRS research award program. The year marks the sixth year of Boehringer Ingelheim’s funding of PRRS research.

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., (BIVI) is again seeking research study proposals on the topic of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) for the 2008 PRRS Research Awards. For the last five years, BIVI has contributed $75,000 annually through its Advancement in PRRS Research Awards, which funds three selected research programs. The 2008 research program is open to swine practitioners, diagnosticians and public or private researchers in the United States, Canada and Mexico to investigate new ways to diagnose, control and eradicate this costly swine disease. Proposals are selected by an independent review board based on established criteria including: economic impact to the swine industry, originality and scientific quality and probability of success in completing the year-long study. The selected BIVI Advancement in PRRS Research Awards winners are recognized each year during the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) conference. Since 2003, BIVI has awarded more than $300,000 in PRRS Research Awards. The 2007 recipients include: Jeff Zimmerman, DVM, PhD, Iowa State University, Ames; Derald Holtkamp, DVM, MS, Iowa State University, Ames; and Bob Morrison, PhD, MS, University of Minnesota. These research studies were selected for their ability to find practical and effective solutions for helping veterinarians and producers enhance technology for practical application in the management and possible eradication of PRRS. Proposals were submitted by graduate students, academic researchers, companies and private researchers, as well as practicing veterinarians.

To participate in the Advancement in PRRS Research Awards, send a complete proposal submission on a year-long research project by Jan. 1, 2008. Please include and mail a cover sheet, Curriculum Vitae and two letters of recommendation to:

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.
Attn: Trudy Luther
“The Advanced PRRS Research Award”
5506 Corporate Dr., Suite 1600
St. Joseph, MO 64507-7752 USA

Agencies, Animal Health, Livestock, Research, Swine

So Long From AMS

Chuck Zimmerman

So Long From AMSIt’s time to hit the road again. Another Ag Media Summit has come and gone. I want to take this chance to thank some folks.

Thank you first of all to Dave Krog and Ken Benkstein and Agragate Climate Credits Corporation for sponsoring my coverage of the AMS this year. Thanks to everyone who attended my workshops and said such kind words afterwards. Thanks to the committee and staff who put this program together and made attending and working here so enjoyable. Thanks to BASF for sponsoring the media room. It’s so nice to have a place to work that’s conveniently located and has good high speed internet access. Thanks to all of you who read and subscribe to AgWired. I can’t tell you how much the words of encouragement I’ve heard here mean to me.

So, it’s onward to the next stop on the agricultural marketing and communications highway.

Don’t forget to check out the photo album and feel free to download them if you need them. I think there’s over 250 in there.

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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IFAJ 2009 Congress Planning

Chuck Zimmerman

IFAJ Congress PlanningThe last meeting of the day here was an IFAJ 2009 Congress planning committee meeting. It’s going to overlap with the Ag Media Summit in Ft. Worth in 2 years. I’m on the communications committee for it and will be developing the website for the event. I’ve already got the domain and would like to invite anyone who wants to help me. Please just let me know.

It sounds like the committee has a lot of plans already in place including a set of 3 farm tours and one in Washington, DC. I think the event has the potential to be the most awesome one ever held since you’ll have international ag journalists here and our domestic ones who go to AMS anyway.

We’re seeking sponsors for the event. If you or your company would like to be a sponsor please let me know and I can pass your interest along to our sponsor committee.

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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LPC Passing of the Gavel

Chuck Zimmerman

Kyle Haley and Lisa BryantWhile AAEA was meeting so was LPC. Here’s new LPC president Kyle Haley alongside now past president Lisa Bryant.

It sounds like LPC is doing great both in membership and financially. I know their involvement with AMS has helped this just like it has with AAEA.

I interviewed Kyle and will feature that interview in next week’s ZimmCast. You’ll hear him say how well their regional meetings and the annual GALA in Kansas City are doing for example.

One thing I heard in both meetings this morning as I tried to wander back and forth were references to Howl at the Moon. I’m thinking that’s one of those, “What happens in Louisville, stays in Louisville” kind of things. If anyone has any comments about that please feel free to add them here. I was a good boy last night.

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AAEA Passing of the Gavel

Chuck Zimmerman

John Walter and Marcia TaylorThe Ag Media Summit is now over. This has got to be one of the best programs and events yet. Not only was it the biggest so far in attendance but the enthusiasm and fun and fellowship was unmatched in my experience.

Today both AAEA and LPC had their annual meetings. Here’s new AAEA president, John Walter, presenting a plaque to now past president Marcia Taylor.

I’ll be featuring an interview with John in next week’s ZimmCast so that’s where you’ll hear his vision for the future of the organization. For example, he’s looking forward to continuing the outreach efforts to work with other organizations like LPC that was part of the most recent AAEA strategic plan.

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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Michael Peterson’s Inspiring Performance

Chuck Zimmerman

Michael PetersonI know it has been a while since I’ve done a Michael Peterson post. Have you been going through MP withdrawal?

New Holland sponsored Michael Peterson to do a performance today at lunch which was both inspiring and entertaining. I’ve been asked several times already if I recorded it and would be posting it. Yes and yes.

Michael played some of his old songs and some new ones. He urged everyone to visit his new website, “I Remember America.”

You can listen to his complete performance here: ams-07-peterson.mp3

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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ARC Scholarship Winners

Chuck Zimmerman

Bob Giblin and Melissa LeanderThe Agricultural Relations Council announced the winners of their 2007 ARC of Excellence Scholarship Program today and two of the recipients were in attendance to receive them.

First of all we have Melissa Leander, Kansas State, pictured here with ARC president Bob Giblin.

They’ll receive $500 each from the organization.

Bob Giblin and Melissa LeanderThe next recipient is Katie Allen, University of Missouri.

She was here with her Dad but I couldn’t talk him into getting into the picture.

Not attending today is Jill Goetz, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

In addition to handing out the scholarships we got an update on the Golden ARC Awards which will be returning to life this fall. More information on them will be forthcoming.

2007 Ag Media Summit Photo Album

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