It’s a classic farm-house icon. The rooster on top of the barn. At least that’s what I always thought they were. But my grandfather proved me wrong with this combination weather vane/lightning rod in the shape of a horse. This one is made out of copper and scrap metal so it’s heavy. Today, they’re made of aluminum. Back then, they …
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ConAgra Foods has partnered with Feeding America to launch a new initiative to fight child hunger: the “Child Hunger Ends Here” campaign. Twelve of the nation’s premier agriculture students were recently selected for the 2011 International Collegiate Agricultural Leadership (I-CAL) Program. The Agriculture Council of America has announced the 2011 National Ag Day written essay and video essay contest winners, …
Your First Step To Become An Angus Breeder
Here’s another blast from the past from the American Angus Association. It was produced in the late 1960’s or early 1970’s to show how and why young cattle producers could become Angus breeders. You’ll love the scenery. And guess what? You can still become an Angus breeder. Just give them a call to find out how.
TJ Masker Has AgWired App On His iPod
Speaking of very impressive young people making an impact at National Ag Day activities let’s hear from Iowa State University student, TJ Masker. Why? Because he told me that his iPod Touch has the AgWired App installed on it! Yes, this is a pure testimonial for why you should have the app on your iPhone, Touch or iPad (Android version …
Agricultural Youth Participate In Ag Day Activities
The National FFA isn’t the only agricultural youth education organization involved with Ag Day. I visited with several more this week starting with Jessica England, President (left) and Lauren Greaves, First Vice President, Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow. I learned that you pronounce it A-C-T to start off! This college level student organization promotes leadership with agricultural communications majors. They were …
Fastline Sponsors Ag Day
One of the sponsors of Ag Day is Fastline, represented at National Ag Day activities by Matt Coniglio, pictured here with some of the attendees at Tuesday’s banquet. You might even be able to guess who they are! This was the first year for Fastline to sponsor Ag Day. Matt says that they wanted to become more involved on a …
Senate Ag Committee Views From Ag Day
The General Counsel for the Senate Ag Committee is Jonathan Coppess. He was one of the speakers at the National Ag Day lunch. Jonathan was introduced by FFA student, TJ Masker, Iowa State University. In his remarks Jonathan provided some background on the farm safety net and then talked about the current situation with the farm bill. As you would …
Ag Council Board Members Speak Out at Ag Day
During National Ag Day activities I visited with some big time supporters who are urging other companies and organizations to get involved. I’m going to share their thoughts with you here starting with Barry Nelson, John Deere, who is serving as Secretary/Treasurer for the Agriculture Council of America (pictured center). John Deere is one of the partner sponsors of Ag …
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Beginning April 1, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be conducting the 12th National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. Registration and Housing are now open for the 2011 International Dairy Show, Sept. 19-21 in Atlanta, Ga. The United Soybean Board has retooled its website to sharpen its focus on meeting the needs of the nearly 600,000 farmers …
Alliance To Feed The Future
The Alliance to Feed the Future was announced during National Ag Day activities by Dave Schmidt, President, International Food Information Council. There are already 48 who have joined the Alliance. Their goal is “building understanding and promoting the benefits of modern food production, processing and technology.” The reason? “As misperceptions about modern food production and technology become increasingly common, a …