The road tripping agriblogger is ready for some action. I’m just glad it’s not today. Cindy and I will be heading in different directions starting this weekend. In the meantime I’ve still been taking pictures like this one outside ZimmComm world headquarters. This morning it was 60 degrees. Right now it’s 18 degrees with a wind chill of -1 and …
Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year
The Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year was named by the International Dairy Foods Association and Dairy Today Magazine. Pictured are (l-r) The Fletcher family (Tyler, Melissa, Mikala and Charles) accept congratulations from IDFA Secretary Mike Reidy and Dairy Today Editor Jim Dickrell. KBC Farms in Purdy, Mo., a member of Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. (DFA), was named the …
Cellulosic Ethanol is Real and In American LeMans Racing
We keep hearing about cellulosic ethanol and how close some companies are to actually producing it. Well for KL Process Design Group that day is here. Today they made a major announcement in Sebring, FL (which we’re helping get out to farm media) in conjunction with the Ethanol Promotion and Information Council and the American LeMans Series. Pictured are (l-r) …
Skype-ing With Laura in Vietnam
I just got off a video Skype call with Laura from Hanoi as in Vietnam. If you don’t have Skype then you really ought to get it. It makes communicating from anywhere so much easier and less expensive. Laura wants you to know she just got off a long bus ride btw and she’s just starting the day in a …
Purdue Field Guide Now Available
A pocketbook sized in-field reference is now available that provides a variety of applicable information for row crop producers and crop specialists throughout the Corn Belt. The 2008 “Corn and Soybean Field Guide” includes improved photos for easier identification of insects, weeds, plant diseases, herbicide injuries and nutrient deficiencies. “This publication has a lot of practical information for people in …
Ed Schafer Confirmed as New Secretary of Agriculture
Ed Schafer got confirmed today as our new Secretary of Agriculture just in time to sit in with the Cabinet at tonight’s State of the Union speech. Here’s what President Bush had to say about it. I appreciate that the Senate today unanimously confirmed Ed Schafer to be our next Secretary of Agriculture. As a two-term governor and business leader, …
Tuesday’s Burgers Today
Alright burger lovers. You’re not alone, not by a long shot. Don’t let anyone make you feel guilty about eating one of life’s best food choices. I think burgers should be in their own food group category. And don’t forget that famous line from Wimpy (Popeye), “I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.” You can find your very …
Hey Pumpkin, Visit Austria/Slovenia
Yes, pumpkin. They’re big in the part of the world that this year’s IFAJ Congress is taking place. Two countries for the price of one. Listen to this week’s program to find out more. Cindy and I are hoping to attend this year and sample what Dr. Franz Fischler says are some of their exceptional wines. This morning I talked …
Top Seminar For Top Producer
It looks like Top Producer had a great seminar in Chicago. In this picture the 2008 Top Producer of The Year Finalists shared their insights and management tips with the 521 attendees. (l-r) Leroy Shatto, Shatto Milk Co., Osborn, Mo.; Rob Barley, Star Rock Farms, Conestoga, Pa.; 2008 Top Producer of the Year Dave Minich, Minich May Family Farms, Logansport, …
Your Feedback Is Needed
Have a nice Missouri sunrise to start your day. I only had my Blackberry Curve with me when I was out early this morning so this pic could be better. I’m still not impressed with phone cameras although this one is way better than I had on the Treo. Anyway, this is your weekly reminder to enter the AgWired Survey …