Since the beginning of the BSE crisis in Canada, there has been lots of talk about new beef slaughter and processing facilities. Although there have been scores of proposals, only a few have proceeded. Nesco Meats of Melfort, SK has maintained a low profile, but has developed what looks like a viable plan. Farm Commentator and writer Kevin Hursh of …
McClure Joins Rhea & Kaiser
img class=”right” src=”http://zimmcomm.biz/images/agency/scott-mcclure.jpg” alt=”Scott McClure” />That’s a big commute. Chi-town to St. Louie. But Scott McClure is doing it now as management supervisor leading the Bayer CropScience cotton, rice and peanut accounts for Rhea & Kaiser.
Bowled Over By BIO
I was pretty psyched up to attend BIO 2006 but it’s not looking good. I need a sponsor and none has been forthcoming. This would be one awesome event to blog. I proposed it to BIO but never even received an acknowledgement of my emailed proposal. However, I am credentialed. It’s not too late if anyone would like to have this huge event properly blogged.
Race Car Meat Line
When it comes to stock car racing, “give me some meat.” For the grill, tailgate, whatever. NASCAR now has its own line of meat products.
Ag Media Summit Seminar
It’s not too early to think about the Agricultural Media Summit in Portland, OR, July 23 – 26. Not much on the website yet but it’ll be there soon.
Brain Salad Surgery
Actually I had a very good western shrimp salad at Longhorn’s today. It was time to say thanks and present a token of appreciation to a peer buddy who’s been an inspiration to a budding blogger and podcaster and always has great ideas.
New CEO For MachineryLink
MachineryLink has a new CEO and he’s Scott Hazlett.
New Team Ethanol Car Driver
Team Ethanol and Rahal-Letterman Racing announced the new driver of the ethanol car today at a press conference in Indianapolis.
Liquid Cadre For Peanuts
The latest news from BASF is a liquid formulation of Cadre herbicide for peanuts.
O&B Agency For Monsanto Dairy
Osborn & Barr Communications just received some new business from Monsanto after being named agency of record for Monsanto Dairy. Osborn & Barr is charged with developing and executing a strategy of integrated communications, including creative direction, media services, digital marketing, and public relations. Osborn & Barr will be involved with Monsanto’s POSILAC® and DecisiveTM brands, as well as all …