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December 20, 2011
This Week In Ag 0045 - Matija Kopic, Farmeron, aims to change the way farming is done today.

Farmeron aims to change the way farming is done today, by challenging traditional assumptions and using software to advance farming production.

Show notes: Conversation with Matija Kopic, CEO at Farmeron.

  • When you Google Farmeron = "Changing the way farming is done today". What does that mean? What about farming today that needs changing?
  • Who is Farmeron aimed at?
November 11, 2011
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.

The Chicago Public Schools took a public policy stance in 2011 by serving local, antibiotic chicken in 473 of its schools. This action makes the statement that consumers have a preference for food that is free of antibiotics and is locally grown. Independent of the view of farmers, ranchers, or producers, consumers do have a voice and are influenced by how science and technology is positioned.

October 17, 2011
This Week In Ag 0042 - Ready for the National eXtension Virtual Conference?

Learn more about using social and digital media as a way to connect and extend your conversations in agriculture.

Show notes Conversation with Terry Meisenbach about the 2011 National eXtension Virtual Conference.

August 15, 2011
Ag Econ 101

The economics of agriculture is core to functioning societies. The ability to understand crop growth, trade functions, and identify trends is important to the billions of people that depend of food every day. These resources are good starting points to understand economics and how to apply it to agriculture.

July 6, 2011
What is PRRS ARC?

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

Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSv) is a disease that is a problem for those in swine production. For the last several years there have been regional efforts aimed at understanding the disease and identifying ways to control and eliminate it.

April 26, 2011
This Week In Ag 0036 - Animal Ag Alliance, What Is Coming Up?

The Animal Ag Alliance brings tools and resources to agri-professionals to help agvocate agriculture to many Americans not involved in raising food.

Show notes

Conversation with Sarah Hubbart, Director for Communications for the Animal Agriculture Alliance.

  • What is the focus for the Animal Agriculture Alliance?
  • In May the Animal Ag Alliance will be holding its 10th Stakeholders Summit. Can you share with us what this year's theme is?
February 8, 2011
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.

Why do marketing?

Short answer: Have you ever wanted someone else to know who you are and what you are doing?

A some what longer, short answer: You may have the best yields, lowest input costs, most efficient farm operations or greatest product, but if you do not share that with anyone, no one will know nor care.

January 13, 2011
Agriculture Answering the Call of Smartphones

Agriculture software is starting to be developed for smartphones. These applications will enhance the productivity and save time for many agri-business people because they are portable and easily available.

Updated August 11, 2011: The Apple iPhone, now in it's 4th year, has brought a dramatic shift in how we communicate with people and access information. Key is the integration of widely available software with an always on Internet connection. The iPhone has driven other companies to introduce their own mobile phone ecosystems, greatly increasing the choices for consumers.

January 13, 2011
Agriculture Calculator Apps

How much product to water do you need to cover a specific acreage? These agri-calculator apps can help save time.

Agri-production managers and staff often need to do a calculation while in the field or on the run. These are a sample of some of the smart phone tools available to help make decisions without having to head back to the home office.

January 13, 2011
Agriculture Management Information Apps

Specialized apps provide an extension to farm management information systems, allowing for reporting while traveling.

While these apps might be free, some of information that drives the application may not be. These types of applications are mostly mobile extensions of a farm or operation management system. They allow for management and production staff to see how operations are working while on the road.

January 5, 2011
This Week In Ag 0022 - What Are Rural Businesses?

What opportunities are there for rural businesses?

Show notes

What are rural businesses?

  • What does a rural business looks like?
  • Are farms considered rural businesses?
  • What issues face rural businesses?
  • What are some ideas for farm / ranch business operations to think about in next 18 months?
  • Information sharing, communications, marketing, etc in rural businesses ... What does that look like? 

What is you website pick of the week? What information do we all need to know about, use, share, rave about?!?

November 16, 2010
How Can You Build Consumer Confidence Before, During, and After An Incident?

Building your farm or ranch public health dashboard will help build and maintain customer, consumer, and partner trust.

Audio: via itc.conversationsnetwork.org
November 4, 2010
This Week In Ag 0018 - What Does Ag Policy Look Like Post Election?

The 2010 elections are over and January will bring new legislators. What ag policies will be affected or what impacts on ag could the 112th US Congress impose?

Show notes

  • Post elections ag policy outlook
    • Estate taxes, environmental regulations, land use?
    • The 2012 Farm Bill will continue its development in 2011. What will that look like?
  • Swine industry in current economy.
    • Highlights from Swine conferences?
    • "corn would be a whole lot more affordable for the swine industry if every pound of pork had a 46-cent tax credit, similar to ethanol", comments?
    • Does more consolidation need to occur?
July 29, 2010
How Do I Find Partners and Businesses Resources?

Web tools can help improve your ability to find a contact at other companies.

Looking for specific businesses or contacts within a company? Using tools like Manta.com or LinkedIn can help improve your chances of making a connection.

July 23, 2010
Dairy Market and Pricing Information

The diary industry is complex and sometimes difficult to understand. These resources can help wade through the maze.

July 23, 2010
This Week In Ag 0008 - Dairy Industry Perspective, Ag Media Summit, and Chicken or the Egg?

How has the dairy industry changed over the last 15 to 20 years? And what do ag media editors do?

Show notes

July 23, 2010
World Agriculture Information Research Tools

Looking for ag data can seem daunting. Use these web sites and the power of Google to speed up the search and reduce the hassle.

When looking for information on world agriculture, where do you start? The following websites are good starting points. They are not all encompassing but they will get you started.

Use the power of Google Search. For example Google allows you to specify that your search results must come from a given website. For example, the query [ corn site:fao.org ] will return pages about corn but only from fao.org.

July 8, 2010
What Happened At The World Pork Expo?

The World Pork Expo offered some industry optimism and details on PRRS research.

Conversations from NPPC board members and Expo attendees revealed a better mood than in prior years, though there are topics that are important to pork industry success. Also, in conjunction with the Expo, The Boehringer Ingelheim "Change The Game" Seminar explored several current projects focusing on area control and elimination of the PRRS virus.

July 7, 2010
Summer Farming Stress

An AgChat conversation on summer farming stress provides information.

What are you doing to reduce stress during the summer working months? What do you need to know about animal stresses in the summer? An AgChat conversation on summer farming stress took place that covers these questions and more. Also discover resource links and information sources.

July 2, 2010
Area Regional Control and Elimination of PRRS

Learn more about the the efforts to eliminate Porcine Reproductive & Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS).

Scientists and swine professionals convened in Des Moines, Iowa to share updates on the efforts to eliminate Porcine Reproductive & Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS). The Changing The Game seminar, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, is a on going effort to keep those in the industry up to date and to recommend future actions.

June 25, 2010
Agri-Entrepreneurs

These resource links are a starting point to gaining entrepreneurial understanding.

Starting an Agri-Business - These resource links are to to be a starting point for those interested in pursuing their ideas to becoming a business.

June 25, 2010
This Week In Ag 0004 - It's summer time, Tomato Supply and Demand, and Meat Eaters Guide To Climate Change

Summer time means warmer weather, lots of growing, heat, planning for fall, and state fairs. Will the great weather produce a great supply of crops?

Show notes

June 24, 2010
Is Your Next Generation Ready?

Preparing the Next Generation for their role in the family business can be a constant challenge for the current leadership of the business.

Preparing the Next Generation for their role in the family business can be a constant challenge for the current leadership of the business. Production, management and leadership skills are all critical abilities that need to be passed on to assure long-term success for the business. Don Tyler offers some strategies to mentoring and long term planning.

June 24, 2010
Is Your Next Generation Ready?

Preparing the Next Generation for their role in the family business can be a constant challenge for the current leadership of the business.

Preparing the Next Generation for their role in the family business can be a constant challenge for the current leadership of the business. Production, management and leadership skills are all critical abilities that need to be passed on to assure long-term success for the business. Don Tyler offers some strategies to mentoring and long term planning.

June 18, 2010
Latinos... “Low Hanging Fruit” For Animal Rights Activists?

Orlando Gil provides a perspective on the possibility of animal rights activists tapping into the emerging Latino market.

Companies are investing millions of dollars trying to reach this segment of the population. With some estimates putting Latino purchasing power at more than a trillion dollars, it just makes sense that companies would invest money and resources in this growing demographic. Orlando Gil provides a perspective on the possibility of animal rights activists tapping into the emerging Latino market.