Those interested in viewing the National FFA Convention & Expo will have both broadcast and digital viewing options, thanks to a new partnership between iHigh.com, Alltech and Rural Media Group, Inc., who have joined forces to launch MyRURALTV.com on iHigh.com. The Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association has introduced new themes for the Nebraska and Iowa Power Farming Shows: “MORE POWER TO …

Sixteen farmer-leaders will be sworn in as directors of the United Soybean Board in December, after their recent appointments by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Nominations are open for the Siehl Prize for Excellence in Agriculture 2013 awards. The National Corn Growers Association Nominating Committee is now accepting applications from members for the 2014 Corn Board. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack …

Alltech recently presented the results of the 2011 Alltech Feed Tonnage Survey along with results from previous surveys, showing a steady increase in feed production year on year. S&W Seed Company announced that Dan Gardner has joined S&W as Vice President of Seed Breeding and Genetics. The American Meat Science Association recently announced winners from the Eastern National Intercollegiate Meat …

The Future of the U.S Egg Industry Conference is returning to the education schedule at the 2013 IPPE. FDAImports.com has launched 5 new labeling websites that allow companies with products that are regulated by the U.S. FDA to receive a label review in order to identify any compliance issues with their product label. Paul Kindinger, President and CEO of NAEDA, …

Make plans now to attend the 37th Annual Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013. Hoosier Ag Today is proud to announce that Cayla McLeland has joined the organization as Regional Sales Manager and Regional Farm Broadcaster. JBS United’s Director of Purchasing and long-time employee of over 34 years, Chris Wallace, passed away unexpectedly on …

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has appointed four members and seven alternates to serve on the 12-person Hass Avocado Board. MGEX announced the results of its annual Board of Directors election. Members and friends of the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) should register soon to join the organization’s 30th anniversary celebration on Oct. 25, 2012, in St. Louis, MO. The annual …

The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation, and United Egg Producers have made available a new economic impact study and four new websites that highlight the positive impact the poultry industry has on jobs, wages, and federal and state revenue in the United States. The Sorghum Checkoff is now accepting applications from individuals interested in …

Many cooks in the kitchen was the recipe for delicious and nutritious foods at T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Va. Senegalese healthy foods school founder Ali Baba Gueye and Victor Albisu, a member of the State Department Diplomatic Culinary Partnership, shared their experiences with T.C. Williams Chef Craig Scheuerman’s class. Applied Ecological Services, Inc., has acquired an aerial camera …

New Pioneer brand Optimum AQUAmax products from DuPont Pioneer demonstrated a significant yield advantage in the second year of on-farm evaluations in North America during unprecedented drought conditions. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s government affairs office in Washington, D.C., is accepting applications for internships during the 2013 Cattle Industry Convention in Tampa, Fla., Feb. 6-9, 2013. Accelerated Genetics is pleased …

A growing number of soybean, corn and cotton farmers are staying ahead of tough-to-manage weeds and reducing the risk of weed resistance by utilizing Monsanto’s Roundup Ready PLUS Weed Management Solutions. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting Foundation has commissioned the first of a series of high quality artwork to celebrate the role of farm broadcasting in the lives of …