A new report by the FAO says that almost half the fish eaten as food worldwide is raised on a farm rather than being caught in the wild. I think that’s interesting but don’t know why. Anyway. You can read all about it in “The State of World Aquaculture 2006.”
New APS Officers
There is a new slate of officers for the American Phytopathological Society. They took over their terms at the end of July.
AgWired Survey Results Coming In
I’m going to be reminding you periodically over the next few weeks about The AgWired Survey. I know it just got started but results are already pouring in. For example, most of the categories of types of business you’re in have been checked. I also love and appreciate the comments. Here’s an example of one, “I am relatively new to …
Let’s Not Sit On the Sidelines
One of my goals in posting to AgWired.Com is to improve relations by helping us better understand each other.
The Corporate Blogging Book
I have several books in progress right now and just when I start feeling guilty about not getting them finished I console myself with the fact that I’m doing the things that these authors are writing about. Do I read or do I do? I don’t know. I’m sure I’ll get through them all eventually.
New CME Advertising Campaign
I think the Chicago Mercantile Exchange might get the award for sending out the most news releases in the last year. Maybe not since I don’t really keep track. However, if they don’t send them out how will I know what’s going on at the CME? Here’s some information from the latest about their new advertising campaign.
Moczygemba Moving Up At Farm Journal
From Texas to Pennsylvania. That’s a big move. That’s what Allen Moczygemba will be doing. (I’m glad this isn’t radio)
NAMA Agribusiness Forum
Right before the NAFB Convention again this year is the NAMA Agribusiness Forum. It’s not too early to start making plans. This is going to be a challenge for me since opening day of Missouri deer season is the Saturday before the Forum. Normally I’d be in the woods through Tuesday so we’ll see what happens. Depends on how good the hunting is those first few days!
Herb Plambeck Award Entries Due
I can’t believe another year has gone by so quickly and that we’re looking ahead to the NAFB fall meeting. But it’s true. So, here’s one thing you creative types need to think about if you want some recognition for your work.
US Trade Pacts Threaten Canadian Pulse Exports
With farmers in the United States and Canada producing more food than we can collectively eat, exports and trade agreements help feed the system. In fact, those trade agreements are necessary for the survival of farmers, particularly in Canada.