I want to congratulate Charlene Finck for her new position as Vice President, Editorial for Farm Journal Media. She succeeds Sonja Hillgren, who passed away in December. In her new role, Finck will oversee editorial for all Farm Journal Media magazines and work closely with the editors of Farm Journal Media’s other outlets such as AgWeb, Pro Farmer, AgDay and …
Newham Moves to Farm Journal
Farm Journal Media Publishing has a new Vice President and head of their Livestock Group. He’s Bill Newham. In his new position, Newham will oversee the company’s livestock operations, including managing the Elite Producer Business Conference. In making the announcement, Farm Journal Media Senior Vice President, Allen Moczygemba, said: “We’re extremely fortunate to have someone with Bill’s experience and abilities …
Larry Stoller at RFD-TV The Magazine
If you’re an RFD-TV fan then you probably know that they a magazine which is called, RFD-TV The Magazine. Now the publication has a new sales manager and he’s Larry Stoller. According to Larry:
DTN Acquires The Progressive Farmer
The Progressive Farmer magazine is now owned by DTN. And in case you’re wondering why they would purchase the publication from Time, Inc., their CEO explains.
Remembering Sonja Hillgren
I just learned that Sonja Hillgren, senior vice president/editorial for Farm Journal Media, just passed away after a battle with cancer. This is sad news. All of us involved in agricultural communications will sincerely miss Sonja.
Since I’m sure many of you knew Sonja I’m posting the obituary that was forwarded as well.
SONJA HILLGREN of Philadelphia on December 19, 2006, she was the loving wife of Bruce T. Downs, also survived by her sister Annette M. Bray (William L.) of Richfield, MN, brother John A. Hillgren (Shirly J.) of Sioux Falls, SD and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Service at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, 11:30 A.M. on Friday, December 22, 2006. Int. Hills of Rest Cemetery, Sioux Falls, SD. In her memory, donations to the Church (address above) would be appreciated. Oliver H. Bair Co. 610-446-8585
Happy Holidays From Farm Journal
Farm Journal Media has a unique holiday card.
It says on the emailed “card” that they would rather make a $3 donation to one of 4 charities in your name than spend $2 on a card to mail you.
I think this is a great idea. Save some trees, use the web and help out a worthwhile cause while saying “Happy Holidays” to your clients.
Success At Farm Futures Management Summit
The Farm Futures Management Summit has concluded here in St. Louis. Actually the bonus, extra program is now in progress for farmers who wanted to learn more about farm management in multi-family operations.
Great Speakers at Farm Futures Management Summit
Since Farm Futures is going to do this Management Summit again next year you should really consider getting involved. I am not only impressed with the quality of the speakers all gathered here but also the farmers in attendance. I’ve spoken with quite a few of them and these guys and gals are sharp. They want to figure out how to best manage their farm operation and are willing to spend the time it takes to attend conferences like this.
Farm Futures Editor In Charge
The executive editor of Farm Futures magazine is Mike Wilson. He’s also the emcee for the Farm Futures Management Summit.
A Full House At Farm Futures Management Summit
As I said in a previous post, this is a full conference. The first ever Farm Futures Management Summit has brought in a great crowd.