It looks like Truffle Media Networks has their Dairycast program up and running. It got started in conjunction with World Dairy Expo just a few weeks ago. The farm podcasting choices continue to grow.
Farewell To A Friend
I just learned that Gary Bradley passed away yesterday. Gary worked many years in the communications area of the National Corn Growers Association. Gary had been involved in a long battle with cancer which he wrote about on his page in Carepages. I will always remember him for his smile and laughter and the times we got to go jogging together at an NAFB convention or somewhere on the road. Since I know that many of you were also friends of Gary I’m posting the information that was last posted on Carepages.
Hello everyone. I wish that there was a way Gary could narrate this posting to me. I know he would use his sense of humor to ease his fears and to show us his strength.
Gary passed away Saturday morning, October 28.
Monday evening
Visitation 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Ambruster-Donnelly Mortuary
6633 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Tuesday morning
Mass 10 a.m.
Our Lady of The Pillar Church
401 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63131
May you rest in peace my friend.
New National FFA Officers
There’s a new national officer leadership team at the FFA. They were elected during the final sesson of the convention.
Beef Board Appointments
I love getting these announcements on a Friday afternoon (not).
Premium Beans
CHS, Inc. gets on AgWired twice today! They’ve got a lot going on.
AgWired’s Focus
During a conversation this week about AgWired I was told “You’re not trying to reach farmers.” That is correct and I was kind of glad to hear this person say it. That doesn’t mean I’m not reaching a growing number of farmers btw. I’ve had some farmer leaders tell me that they’re fascinated to learn how companies are marketing to them. However, since I made the decision and commitment to move forward with AgWired I’ve focused on the professional agrimarketer. I’m trying to provide a place to get ideas and information to help you in your job or your business. I’m not trying to compete with traditional online farm news outlets whose sole focus is informing the farmer. In fact, the people who are doing that are some of the ones I’m targeting here in the hopes they’ll find something valuable to take away from the time they spend on AgWired.
Put Some Ethanol in my Latte Please
Well now, it’s about time you’re able to get a nice espresso when you drop off your grain. Can you say, “After you get done checking the moisture content can you fix me a nice cappuccino?” It looks like this fits into the “Energy” component of the CHS business. I know I need some each morning to get going. I put a little caffeine in me and some ethanol in my vehicle. In fact, I think I need another cup right now.
A Rocking Theme
The FFA Convention is off to a rocking start if you judge it by the theme song. The theme is Blue Jackets – Gold Standards.
Former Intern Is Back
I guess Brant did a good job as an intern at The Meyocks Group. After graduating and getting some experience he’s now back.
World Congress on Communication for Development
The World Congress on Communication for Development got kicked off today in Rome. I guess we’re not the only ones to come up with the idea of a virtual press room. This is something I’d like to help companies and ag groups develop by the way.