The 2007 InfoAg is about to get started here in Springfield, IL. Things start out with an opening session and a welcome from Harold Reetz, Director of External Support and the Foundation for Agronomic Research. We’re also going to see a presentation of the Precision Ag Award of Excellence. I’m going to be conducting some interviews after the session and …
A Golden Voice on the Plains
According to a release sent to me today there’s going to be a new farm radio network on the plains. Golden Plains Ag Network a division of Rocking M Radio, owner and operator of the largest number of Kansas radio stations, will officially launch Wednesday, Aug. 1. The network will begin operations with 19 affiliated radio stations that are strategically …
67 Days On The Road
It looks like I’ve spent 67 days on the road so far this year doing event blogging. This doesn’t count Cindy’s days. Over two months out of just over 6 months. I’m not counting some out of town meetings and presentations either. How does that compare to your travel schedule? I’m curious. Anyone got more days? Feel free to comment. …
Lifetime Achievement Awards Revived by AAEA
The American Association of Agricultural Editors has revived it’s Lifetime Achievement Awards which are sponsored by the Sonja Hillgren Foundation. All five of these recipients are AAEA past presidents. Sonja Hillgren Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award 2007 Recipients Wilson Carnes, National FFA Magazine Bob Rupp, The Farmer AAEA Heritage Award 2007 Recipients Charlie Scruggs, Progressive Farmer Cordell Tindall, Missouri …
InfoAgging it This Week
I’ll be on the road again this week blogging about precision agriculture at the InfoAg Conference 2007 in Springfield, IL. Some of my posts will be used on Precision Pays, the John Deere website about all things precision. They are a conference sponsor too. I’ll get in tomorrow morning and plan to stay around for “Farmer Day.” What is Farmer …
Wrapping Up The Appaloosa National Show
After a few days at the National Appaloosa Horse Show I sure know a lot more than I did about showing horses but I also realize how little I know. I was very impressed with the people I met in Oklahoma City and think that a horse show is a great event for families. I wasn’t there for the first …
Star Spangled Spuds
I found these last week just before July 4th and they were on our table after roasting them in the oven. I think Frieda’s has a hit on their hands Frieda’s Star Spangled Spuds are a delicious combination of rich and buttery Yukon Gold, vivid purple-fleshed Purple Potatoes and moist and creamy Red Potatoes. Bake, boil, roast or mash and …
My Kind of Field Work
I think some of the best looking corn I’ve seen growing during my travels lately is in north central Missouri. I thought it looked good enough to stop for a picture. It’s what a self timer is made for. I was out taking field photos today for a client project. That’s my kind of field work since I don’t farm …
Adios From The Horse Show
It’s time for the agriblogger to hit the road again and head on home. The National Appaloosa Horse Show has been a lot of fun and a real educational experience. Like this rope race. I’ve never seen one before. It’s a real highlight event here for participants. I want to thank Steve Taylor and the Appaloosa Horse Club for sponsoring …
Managing The Horse Show
I had to wait until late in the show to get a few minutes with Keri LeForce the show manager. She’s a staff member of the ApHC and for the show lives here on site for almost a month making sure everything is set up and running smoothly. Keri has been managing the show for 11 years now and from …