With so much positive momentum for our industry, we’re excited to share that there’s even more ahead: the Alltech ONE Conference is coming back to Lexington, Kentucky, May 24–26, 2027. The theme: Together, bright becomes brilliant. Originally planned for 2026, we have decided to move the event to 2027 to align with major milestones across our business and the broader …
ZimmCast 753 – AdFarm 2025 AgIntel Index Report
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I’m Chuck Zimmerman. In this episode I’m going to share an interview with Matt Weeks, AgIntel Lead at AdFarm. We discuss the inaugural AgIntel Index Report. This will be a yearly report that dives into the trends and insights dominating the conversation in agriculture. This is information that matters to agri-marketers and ag leaders. …
2025 AgGateway Annual Meeting Underway
The 2025 AgGateway Annual Meeting is taking place in Clearwater, FL. We’ve just started the program and will end midday Wednesday. I have a virtual ag newsroom started on AgNewsWire.com. So, let’s learn more about the organization that is celebrating 20 years! Throughout 2025, AgGateway has been celebrating two decades of achievement in fulfilling its core mission: To develop the …
98th National FFA Convention & Expo Underway
The 98th National FFA Convention & Expo is underway in Indianapolis, IN. You can find news releases in the convention media center. National FFA announced yesterday that the National FFA Convention & Expo will continue to be held in Indianapolis through at least 2040. The announcement was made during the kickoff event for the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, …
ZimmCast 752 – Farm Journal Ad Insights
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I’m Chuck Zimmerman. In this episode you’ll learn all about Farm Journal’s new Ad Insight tool which is new to the agrimarketing industry. It’s a first for a digital advertising analytics solution. Talking with me is Prescott Shibles, Farm Journal CEO. Farm Journal has launched a new ad insights tool, which is the agriculture …
Preview of the AgGateway Annual Meeting
To get a preview of this year’s AgGateway Annual Meeting and Conference, I talked with Brent Kemp, President and CEO. The event will be held November 3-5 at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach, in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Throughout 2025, AgGateway has been celebrating two decades of achievement in fulfilling its core mission: To develop the resources and relationships that drive …
ZimmCast 751 – Preview of the NAMA NEXUS
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I’m Chuck Zimmerman. In this episode we’re going to get an in-depth preview of the new NAMA NEXUS event that will be taking place in Milwaukee, WI, October 14-16. I spoke with committee chair Kasie Garcia. We’ll start with what the NAMA NEXUS means as well as the Economies of Ag. From there it’s …
California Rancher Kevin Kester Remarks at Republican Press Event
NCBA Past-President and California rancher Kevin Kester, spoke at a House Republican Conference press event yesterday on the importance of the One Big Beautiful Bill for America’s cattle farmers and ranchers. Kester thanked House Leadership and President Donald J. Trump for securing tax relief and Farm Bill provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill. The items Kester speaks to include …
ACN Selects Corner Window Communications
Kristin Harner will be Corner Window’s team lead on ACN. The Ag Communicators Network has selected Corner Window Communications of New Prague, Minnesota, as its management group. The Board made the decision in August, following a round of interviews at the Ag Media Summit. “As we looked at our organization’s mission to provide superior professional development and member services, plus …
2025 NAFB Convention Registration in Progress
The NAFB Convention is the place to be in November! Have you registered yet? Early Bird registration closes on Sept. 30. Convention planners are adding some great professional development and education sessions to the program that you won’t want to miss. Here is a preview: Artificial Intelligence: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Women in Agribusiness Professional Coaching “Hey! …