He’s The Mouth of the South

Chuck Zimmerman

Mouth of the SouthThere are a lot of ways that bloggers receive a pitch and I agree with John Scalzi that there’s a right and a wrong way. I thought this one from Gary Claxton’s PR person was okay. It was personal, short and to the point.

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You Can Make PIF Happen

Chuck Zimmerman

AAEAAt the American Agricultural Editors’ Association they say that “PIF Happens.” But it only happens with the support of many people and organizations. PIF is the AAEA Professional Improvement Fund. Here’s some did you knows about it:

ACN

A BCS Conversation

Chuck Zimmerman

Illinois, Kelly, Leigh AnnHere’s the magnificent trio of BCS Communications. (L-R) Illinois Blasdel, Kelly Schwalbe and Leigh Ann Cleaver.

It’s the BCS Communications open house. We did a little work before the “pig out” part of the party got started.

Agencies, Video

Chilly Piggies at BCS

Chuck Zimmerman

Winter is HereWell winter has made its way to the midwest. Here’s my windshield after a few minutes at the BCS Communications open house in Kansas City.

We’re about to “pig out” here. I’ve got a nice little video interview of Illinois, Leigh Ann and Kelly for my next post.

If you’re a chocoholic then come on out and dip in the fountain. Who cares about a little ice and snow?

Agencies

Crushing Growth

Chuck Zimmerman

Archer Daniels MidlandThe old food vs. fuel debate never ends. I am of the opinion that our farmers and agribusinesses can more than compensate for the needs of both. For example, take this announcement from ADM. They’re going to increase oilseed crushing capacity at a number of plants. I’m sure this is just one example of how we’ll continue to develop alternative fuel sources while still feeding the world.

Agribusiness, Biodiesel, Soybean