Hart Marketing, Inc. released its first ever Hart Cart Utility Vehicle in 2006. But now, the Indiana-based UTV dealer has introduced a new model and says its product is as popular as ever with farmers. Tom Applewood of Springfield IL says, Ive been farming for 30 years and this Hart Cart is one of the best tools Ive ever bought. …
Ready to Rock at NAMA
This little guy showed up outside my office window a few minutes ago. He held still just long enough for me to get one shot of him before he took off with a big screech. I’m looking forward to seeing a lot of you at the NAMA Convention next week. Cindy, Laura and I are getting ready for a very …
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently elected 16 companies to membership in the international trade group, which provides business-development resources for companies which manufacture and market agriculture and construction-related equipment, products and services. Helping equipment marketers most effectively reach buyers of the future is the goal of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) 2008 marketing seminar. The event will …
Writing and Podcasting in Iowa
This week I attended a portion of the AAEA/LPC Regional Design & Writing Workshop in Johnston, IA. Some of you are probably thinking, “Why didn’t he stay since he so obviously needs help?” Yeah, but I had other places to be too. So in this week’s program you’ll hear from LPC Executive Director Diane Johnson who talks about the workshop …
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Iowa men and women with a commitment to the future of Iowa agriculture and an interest in developing their leadership potential are invited to apply for Class IV of the Iowa Leadership Enhancement And Development (I-LEAD) class, sponsored by the Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and the Iowa Corn Promotion Board (ICPB). I-LEAD application forms and details are available by …
Learning How To Design and Write
The AAEA/LPC Regional Design & Writing Workshop is about to kick off here at the Pioneer Carver Building in Johnston, IA. This is a beautiful facility and we appreciate Pioneer providing us with this location. I think there are about 80 people participating which is a great turnout. I’ve got a couple interviews and more pictures that I’ll post later. …
AAEA/LPC Reception
We certainly had some fun tonight at the AAEA/LPC Regional Writing Workshop Reception. Diane “Vanna” Johnson had volunteers help her run a very good Jeopardy game. Pictured here are the first round of contestants for the competition. It wasn’t easy and sometimes the audience didn’t have the answer. Our emcee was Tom Trebek, local celebrity. He did an awesome job …
Sweetest Honey of the Hives
They’re calling it The Great American Honey Hunt. The American Honey Producers Association wants apiarists and backyard beekeepers alike to submit their best sticky sweetness to claim the ultimate honey pot. Honey varietals are surging in popularity. Clover, alfalfa, sage, wildflower – more than 300 different types of honey – each with its own unique taste, color and fragrance – …
Ohio Equine Enthusiasts Unite
Members of the Ohio horse community are uniting in the face of economic instability. The equine industry in Ohio is forming an umbrella coalition to offer members more security. In an attempt to overcome numerous challenges and what amounts to an economic crisis in several segments, members of this state’s horse community today announced the formation of the Ohio Equine …
Visiting John Deere AMS For Precision Pays
It’s been a very interesting day on the road. I just finished up conducting some interviews at the John Deere Ag Management Solutions offices in Urbandale, IA. I’m going to be using them for a series of stories on Precision Pays. There’s a lot going on in the precision ag world right now as pressure mounts to reduce input costs …