The National Beef Ambassadors (sponsored in part by ZimmComm New Media) is starting a photo contest tomorrow. Have you heard something in the media lately that has made you think more about the importance of YOUR agriculture story? The National Beef Ambassadors, funded in part by the beef checkoff, can help you spread your message. The “Farmers and Ranchers Care” …
Michigan Meat Day
When a Governor sticks her foot in her mouth it’s a really public thing. Here’s just one of the responses to Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm declaring National Ag Day as Michigan Meatout Day. It’s a Facebook invite and I’m attending. How about you?
End Of Day Scenes
This is why I like to have a camera with me all the time. There are so many pictures that I’d like to share. This was the last scene for me today as I got off the highway on the way back to ZimmComm World Headquarters. Then when I got out of my car I looked up and saw a …
Visiting With NAFB
Here’s the Happy St. Patty’s Day crew of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. I visited today and really appreciate them ordering up a beautiful sunny day for my drive. The photo was actually taken yesterday and I talked Jennifer out of it. Pictured are Stacia Cudd, Mark Vail, Susan Tally and Jennifer Saylor (not picture is Rose Marie Lawrence). …
John Deere Security Tight For Foose 4020
There’s a new sheriff in town. Sheriff Barry Nelson, John Deere. He wants you to love his Chip Foose 4020 and that’s an order son. It’s a 1970 John Deere 4020. The tractor will be given away to one winner as part of the John Deere Big Buck Promotion. You may find rules to enter on the John Deere website. …
Michigan Governor Response To Meatout Day Interview Request
I just spoke with the Liz Boyd, press secretary for Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm. I had called to obtain a short audio interview regarding the Governor’s decision to declare March 20, Michigan Meatout Day. I sincerely appreciate her calling me back so that we can better understand what in the world caused a Governor to make such a resolution. Liz, …
Michigan Meatout Day?
Michigan Meatout Day? At first I thought this was a joke when I found a link to it on Facebook (from a Michigan State student comment on a page of someone I follow). But it’s right there on Governor Granholm’s website. And it’s for March 20 which is National Ag Day! I would urge everyone to let her know what …
Westfield Ag Week Photo Contest
Westfield Insurance has a blog called Grains of Knowledge. I really like the name and the content looks great. Yes, blogging is alive and well. One of the things that struck me right away is their tagline, “News and insight from Westfield’s farm and agribusiness insurance team.” Just think about that a minute. “News.” Yes, news. It’s not just for …
Virtual Cow Milking
Ready for some fun? Try out this milking contest from the Arla Keso Cottage Cheese company. Milk a cow online against the timer! Source: Arla Keso Cottage Cheese
New Communications Manager For NutriDense
NutriDense has a new marketing manager as announced by BASF Plant Science. She’s Heather Goode. In this position, she will support the NutriDense sales and marketing team through the development of marketing communication plans and tools that align with NutriDense business strategies and objectives. “Heather has worked on many agricultural accounts in an agency setting and is well-suited to lead …