In this new episode of ZimmCast, Chuck Zimmerman speaks with Matthew Sligar, the host of Rice Farming TV, a weekly Vlog. Sligar decided there was a need for this kind of online sharing about farming after talking with people who had no idea that rice was even grown in California. This is exactly what we need today, reports Zimmerman, and …
Disneyland Hosts #CAPCA16 & #Ag Superheros
CAPTAIN CAPCA and Dr. Foe battled it out in the opening credits to this year’s 42nd annual California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA). The event took place in a great location for a superhero and villain – Disneyland – in Anaheim, California October 16-18, 2016. This year’s theme was Feeding the Nation – Fighting the Fear and the speakers …
EU Farm Agenda Would Hurt U.S. Dairy Industry
Surrendering to a European Union (EU) seizure of common food names would cost the U.S. dairy industry billions of dollars, slash domestic cheese consumption and increase prices for consumers, according to an analysis released today by Informa Economics IEG. The European farm policy agenda, which is focused on using geographical indications (GIs) to unfairly grant European food producers a huge …
Wisconsin Ag Secy Featured in AnimalAgCast
This week’s AnimalAgCast comes from the 2016 World Dairy Expo, which celebrated its 50th anniversary last week in Madison, Wisconsin. Ben Brancel, Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture, sat down with AgWired’s Lizzy Schultz to discuss several current issues facing Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture industry. In this week’s podcast Secretary Brancel highlighted dairy prices, which remain low worldwide, the impact recent flooding has …
GROWMARK System Recognized for Ag Data Transparency
GROWMARK has become the first agricultural cooperative system to earn the “Ag Data Transparent” seal for ag technology providers, which recognizes GROWMARK for its transparency working with farmers and the standards of privacy and security of data. The Ag Data Transparency seal recognizes the GROWMARK System’s commitment to growers on how farm data is collected, where and how it’s stored …
#Celebrate50 Theme of World Dairy Expo
The 2016 World Dairy Expo (WDE) in Madison, WI is celebrating it’s 50th Anniversary. The concept of bringing a cattle show together with a dairy industry expo was once simply a dream; today it is a legacy. The event is known to bring over 70,000 visitors each year with nearly 3,000 international guests representing over 90 different countries. Those attendees …
Legacy Farmers Coop Looks to 4R for Future
Logan Haake is the precision ag manager for Legacy Farmers Cooperative in Findlay, Ohio. He was one of five crop specialists named this year as the first recipients of the new GROWMARK Endure 4R Advocate award. Haake is a Certified Crop Adviser who has worked at Legacy for 11 years and also farms with his father. “Agriculture is very important …
Saskatoon Hosts Canadian Farm Writers
Saskatoon is hosting this year’s Canadian Farm Writers Federation annual conference. The event is taking place September 30-October 1, 2016. The event features fun with bike tours coupled with professional development. #CFWF16! officially kicked off with an opening reception held at the Western Development Museum. 2016 Canadian Farm Writers Federation Conference Photo Album Welcome to #CFWF16 – Saskatchewan Surprise – …
ZimmCast Delves Into the Cuban Gold Rush
Jamie Johansen recently had the opportunity to visit Cuba in her role as an agriculture journalist. While there, she learned about Cuban agriculture, tourism and the future role U.S. can play in each if the long-standing embargo is lifted. Chicago Foods International president Paul Johnson organized and led their delegation. Paul is no stranger to Cuba, making his first journey …
Ethanol Report Previews Export Exchange
With the recent action taken by China against imports of U.S. dried distillers grains (DDGS), the upcoming Export Exchange is more important than ever to expand export opportunities for the ethanol co-product used as livestock feed. This year will be the third Export Exchange, an event sponsored every two years by the Renewable Fuels Association and the U.S. Grains Council …
Antibiotics Topic of Latest AnimalAgCast
In the latest AnimalAgCast, Lizzy Schultz speaks with Dr. Dave Pyburn, Vice President of Science and Technology for the National Pork Board, to discuss the organization’s ongoing commitment to antibiotic stewardship. Antibiotics have become a major point of interest in the livestock industry following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s decision to enact Guidance for Industry #209 and #213, and …
USFRA Helps Farmers Share Their Stories
What does sustainability mean to you? What does it mean to your friends and family? Based on research from the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA), not the same thing. So if it means different things to different people then how do you communicate with consumers about the sustainable actions you are taking on your farm? Well, that’s easy, says …
RFD-TV’s Farm Her Series Features Barbara Mazurek
RFD-TV’s FarmHer series started airing this month on the rural television network, spotlighting women in agriculture around the country. RFD-TV and FarmHer formed a partnership earlier this year to bring a positive image of farm woman to television and the first program in the series aired on September 9, 2016. This week’s episode, which premieres at 8:30 CT September 23, …
#NAMAFall16 Conference
The NAMA Fall Conference took place in Raleigh, North Carolina September 20-22, 2016. This fall’s conference focused on career success. Attendees learned simple steps to accomplish goals and accelerate success as well as how to navigate change. 2016 NAMA Fall Conference Photo Album Professional Dev Awards at #NAMAFall16 – Get Consumer Marketing Inspiration for Ag Marketing Success –
ZimmCast Goes on a New Holland Virtual Test Drive
In this week’s ZimmCast, Chuck Zimmerman speaks with New Holland’s Dan Halliday to get a detailed view of what their brand new autonomous concept tractor is capable of and how this new technology is fitting into future plans for features on new tractors. Dan says this is no pipe dream but a reality. Listen here for more on this self …