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John Blue

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Antibiotics in Food Animals, What are the Concerns?

Consumers are starting to take notice of the issues raised by research about the use of antibiotics in food animals. The discussions go beyond science and research, into the areas of consumer purchasing decisions and food marketing.

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Shout Your Agriculture Story From The Barn Tops!

The number of people involved with production agriculture in the USA is about 2% of the population. The other 98% of Americans have a connection to food but few have a connection to agriculture. So how can farmers and ranchers build a greater awareness for what they do?

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What Are Your Food and Ag Stories?

Consumers want to know more about farmers and ranchers approaches to growing food, food production, and delivery. Farmers and Ranchers want consumers to see how food is produced and understand the work involved. There are several food focused events that provide you the opportunity to tell your food / ag story.

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Do We Need Food Traceability?

There are several hundred food related recalls per year. The ability to find where food originated and how consumers received it is key to quick responses.

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The Economy Stupid?

The economy appears to be going crazy and unpredictable. However, the economy is always unpredictable and has been "crazy" in the past. It is how we handle the information that determines how people get through the issues.

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Are Your Checking for Heat Stress in Livestock?

What are some of the symptoms of livestock heat stress? And what are some of the actions you need to take to protect them?

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John Blue &
Ned Arthur

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What is PRRS ARC?

PRRS is a contant disease for pork producers. Being able to eliminate it would be great for the industry.

By: John Blue
Calculating Pork's Carbon Footprint

Pork producers can learn how they are good stewards of the environment.

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Water Of Life, Life Without Water

Without water there is no life. What are people doing about the lack of safe and affordable water?

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Why Should I Do Marketing?

Have you ever wanted someone else to know who you are and what you are doing? Here are four actions to help start your marketing practice and share your story.

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Buy Local Food Economics Not Valid

"A major flaw in the case for buying local is that it is at odds with the principle of comparative advantage."

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Pictures from the 2010 Ag Media Summit

See and be seen at the 2010 Ag Media Summit

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