Agri-Marketing Boot Camp got started today. I didn’t go on the tour but thanks to my good friend Ken Dean, High Plains Journal, we have some photos to share! Over 60 people are here to learn about agricultural marketing, along with about another 20 of us (staff, presenters, sponsors).
Boot Camp Blogging
Now we’re talking Boot Camp Blogging! NAMA has one and of course AgWired’s blogging it. I just got in and noticed the announcement about the Agri-marketing Boot Camp Blog. Eldon, you’ve been busy. Good start. It’ll be interesting to see how it goes.
Gary Schulz Leaves International Agri-Center
Well I guess I know why Gary hasn’t been getting back to me. I’d been discussing the idea of blogging World Ag Expo with Gary Schultz who even attended the NAMA Boot Camp and my blogging class.
Universal Internet Access By 2007
I know you probably get tired of hearing me talk about farmers and the internet but I think there’s a lot of ag communications folks out there who just aren’t “getting it” yet. In fact, I dare say there’s almost a resistance to using new internet technologies to reach farmers and the ag community. Part of it is a lack of knowledge by the people doing the agrimarketing! That’s why professional development opportunities like NAMA Boot Camp are so important. But I would encourage all agrimarketers to go to other types of professional development opportunities as well.
Going To The BBS
It’s the Blog Business Summit and I’m going! I’m going to miss the start but I’ll be there for a part of it at least. And I’m missing the start to teach blogging at the NAMA Boot Camp! So, after my presentation on Thursday, it’s off to San Francisco and learning more from the people who are getting all the headlines like: Anil Dash, Shawn Gold, Molly Holzschlag, Robert Scoble, Biz Stone and of course, Steve Broback and many more. Looking forward to it.
Industry Ag News 6/21
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service’s (NASS) announced Joseph L. Parsons as its new Administrator as of June 16; this follows Administrator Hubert Hamer’s retirement in March. Parsons, who was Acting Administrator and before that Associate Administrator, has been serving American agriculture through NASS for more than 37 years, since joining the federal service in …
Industry Ag News 6/30
Join fellow agri-marketers of all skill levels in Kansas City, August 9–11, for a fast-paced, jam-packed crash course in how to grow and succeed as a well-rounded professional. Sign up for NAMA Boot Camp now. The Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor survey, a joint effort between Farm Journal and agricultural policy research centers at the University of Missouri, launches with results …
Industry Ag News 7/8
The American Soybean Association wants to recognize exceptional soy volunteers and leaders. During 2023 Commodity Classic, individuals will be recognized and honored for state association volunteerism, distinguished leadership achievements and long-term, significant contributions to the soybean industry. The nomination period is open through Oct. 24, 2022. Mark your calendars and make plans to join the Agricultural Business Council of Kansas …
Industry Ag News 5/27
In a letter to President Biden, 54 agricultural groups expressed grave concern with a recent amicus brief submitted by the U.S. Solicitor General to the Supreme Court advising the court against taking up a case regarding pesticide labels. The groups, including the American Farm Bureau Federation, American Soybean Association, National Corn Growers Association, National Association of Wheat Growers, National Cotton …
Harnessing Relationships Between Client & Agency
The 2013 NAMA Boot Camp kicked off last week in Kansas City, Missouri. General sessions brought attendees together to discuss topics and breakout sessions allowed them to specialize their experience. Michael Berry, Director of Marketing for SPF, talked to attendees about agency-client communications during a breakout session on day one of the event. He provided insight on different perspectives and …