The Agriculture Council of America has announced the 2010 National Ag Day Essay Contest winner. Her name is Christine Vanek. ACA called upon seventh- to 12th-grade students nationwide to submit original essays of 450 words about the importance of agriculture in the U.S. Using this year’s theme, “American Agriculture – Abundant, Affordable, Amazing,” students were encouraged to focus their essays …
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?
Happy Ag Week
Happy Ag Week to you. Isn’t American agriculture amazing? You bet it is and it’s time to thank our farmers and ranchers for the abundant supply of safe economical food, fiber and fuel they produce for us. And without a lot of thanks in urban areas and increasing pressure from governmental regulations. Thank you farmers for all you do! In …
Preparing For Ag Day and Week
Spring is near and that means so is AgDay which is coordinated by the Agriculture Council of America. This year you can follow AgDay on Twitter and Facebook. AgDay also has a blog now too. Tune in to the ZimmCast on Monday for an interview with ACA Chair, Linda Tank, CHS, Inc. Every year, producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government …
International Grain Marketing Overview
Here at the International Marketing Conference and Membership Meeting of the U.S. Grains Council we received an international program overview which consisted of presentations from various country directors. Seen here is Dr. Hussein Soliman, Egypt Director. Each presenter gave an overview of their region, the projects they’re working on and the outlook for the future. I have recorded their presentations …
Ag Day Celebration Events In Washington, DC
Time to make your plans to participate in the 2010 Ag Day Celebration. Here are the details: Ag Day 2010 in Celebration of American Agriculture Join other industry leaders on March 18, 2010, for two great events to honor and celebrate just how AMAZING American agriculture really is! Mix & Mingle Luncheon 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. U.S. Capitol Visitors …