Brooke Rollins of Texas was confirmed as the 33rd Secretary of Agriculture by the Senate Thursday with a vote of 72-28. Rollins served in Trump’s previous administration as acting director of the Domestic Policy Council and oversaw the White House Office of American Innovation. She since co-founded and served as president and chief executive officer of the America First Policy …
ZimmCast 742 – Cattle and Crop Insurance
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. In this episode I’m going to share some interviews with last week’s CattleCon 2025 and CIRB Annual Mtg. I was in San Antonio while Cindy was in Bonita Springs, FL. This is definitely the busy time! So, let’s get started with CattleCon. I talked with Colin Woodall, CEO, NCBA who says they were going …
2025 Marks 30th National Ethanol Conference
The ethanol industry will be getting “Back to Our Roots” in 2025 with the Renewable Fuels Association’s 30th annual National Ethanol Conference, taking place in Nashville February 17–19. Since 1996, NEC has been the nation’s most widely attended executive-level conference for the ethanol industry, where sessions featuring globally renowned speakers are interspersed with numerous networking opportunities to help the industry …
CDFA Extends Grant Program for Pest Control Advisers to Advance IPM Story
(Sacramento, California) The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is offering California Pest Control Advisers (PCAs) a unique opportunity to earn $2,000 while contributing to the advancement of integrated pest management. Through an updated grant program facilitated by the California Association of Pest Control Advisers (CAPCA), PCAs can participate in a one-season study by tracking pest management practices in …
Trump Talks Ethanol With Japan
President Trump wants to supply Japan with U.S. ethanol. During a press conference with Trump, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his country is interested in importing … “bioethanol, ammonia and other resources” which could help reduce the U.S. trade deficit with Japan. “I want to just say that, on the ethanol, Iowa is going to be very happy. Nebraska, …
Advanced Agrilytics™ Names Chris Kallal Illinois Regional Agronomy Lead
[Indianapolis, IN – February 10, 2025] Advanced Agrilytics, a leading agricultural solutions provider, announced today Chris Kallal has joined the company as the Illinois Regional Agronomy Lead. Role with Advanced Agrilytics As a Regional Agronomy Lead at Advanced Agrilytics, Kallal plays a pivotal role in guiding and mentoring a team of Precision Agronomists to deliver advanced, data-driven agronomic solutions to …
Senators Question USTR Nominee on Ag and Biofuels Exports
Members of the Senate Finance Committee held a hearing for the nomination of Jamieson Greer as the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on Thursday. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) both questioned Greer about the issue of Brazil’s tariffs on U.S. ethanol imports, as well as other issues with countries such as China and Mexico in relation to …
RANCHBOT CHAMPIONS SUSTAINABILITY AS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE 2024 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AWARDS
SAN ANTONIO, Tex., February 5, 2025–Ranchbot Monitoring Solutions, the leading provider of remote water monitoring solutions for ranchers, is proud to continue its commitment to environmental sustainability as a returning sponsor of the Environmental Stewardship Awards, celebrated at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) CattleCon 2025. This prestigious program recognizes the outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of U.S. cattle …
2025 CIRB Annual Meeting
The 2025 Crop Insurance and Reinsurance Bureau (CIRB) Annual Meeting takes place in Bonita Springs, Florida, February 5-7, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point for a three-day event that brings together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders across the crop insurance industry. This virtual ag newsroom includes links to photos and audio content available free of charge for digital or …
RANCHBOT INTRODUCES TROUGH DIRECT STAND-ALONE, SATELLITE-CONNECTED WATER MONITORING SYSTEM
SAN ANTONIO, Tex., February 4, 2025 – Ranchbot Monitoring Solutions, the leading provider of remote water monitoring solutions for ranchers, today announced the launch of Trough Direct, a stand-alone trough monitor with direct satellite connectivity enabling near real-time water level monitoring and consumption data through the MyRanchbot app at CattleCon 2025, the NCBA Convention and Trade Show February 4-6 at …
CattleCon 2025
Onward to San Antonio for CattleCon24, the largest cattle industry event in the country. CattleCon is where the beef industry meets! We’re headed to San Antonio February 4-6, 2025! At CattleCon, you’ll discover a unique and comprehensive experience that brings together education, networking, business opportunities, advocacy, and fun for the whole family, all under one roof. Join us at CattleCon, …
RANCHBOT MONITORING SOLUTIONS TO SHOWCASE AGRITECH INNOVATION AT 2025 NCBA CATTLECON CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW
SAN ANTONIO, Tex., February 3, 2025 – Ranchbot Monitoring Solutions, the leading provider of remote water monitoring solutions for ranchers, will be showcasing agritech innovation and championing sustainable water management practices at CattleCon 2025, the NCBA Convention and Trade Show February 4-6 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, TX. Key highlights of Ranchbot’s participation include: · …
Ethanol Report on Working with New Administration
President Donald Trump has been very busy since his inauguration issuing executive orders, making changes, and freezing funding, but how will his actions impact the ethanol industry? In this edition of the Ethanol Report podcast, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper comments on some of the actions President Trump has taken and where ethanol’s priorities stand in both …
ZimmCast 741 – Clean Fuels in 2025
Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. While Cindy was home during the major snow storm in Florida I was attending the Clean Fuels Conference in San Diego, CA. The weather was delightful for the conference. However, in the Pensacola, FL area there was eight to ten inches of snow, something that hasn’t happened in over 150 years! But it has …
MyLand Closes $23 Million in Funding led by Proterra Investment Partners
New Capital Will Fuel Expansion of MyLand’s Unique Soil as a Service Platform Phoenix, Arizona – January 28, 2025 – MyLand, a leading innovator in soil health, announced today that it has closed $23 million in funding in a round led by Proterra Investment Partners LP. This influx of capital will support MyLand’s rapid, contracted growth with both new and …