I’ve been attending the 2011 John Deere product launch in Indianapolis, IN. It’s a big show with a lot of big equipment. John Deere will be one of our sponsors of coverage at next week’s Farm Progress Show where the new tractors and combines will be on display. I spoke with Barry Nelson, John Deere Manager, Media Relations, to get … Read More
Are You Ready For Farm Shows
We’re nearing fall farm show time. So where are you going? Here’s the results from our latest ZimmPoll. We asked, “Which of these fall farm shows will you attend?” 29% of you said Farm Progress Show, 16% said Husker Harvest Days, 11% said Farm Science Review, 10% said World Dairy Expo, 8% said Sunbelt Ag Expo, 15% said Regional/Local Show … Read More
Farm Radio Favorites
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What do you like best about farm radio?” This question generated the least results by far of any we’ve done to date. I kind of thought it would have generated more response. So here’s what the results are in order of most responses. 39% said All of the Above, 18% said Markets, 16% said … Read More
ZimmPoll Results on Biorefinery Safety
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What do you think the biggest safety issue is at a biorefinery?” Here’s what you said. 43% said interaction with chemicals, 34% said, slips, grips and falls, 14% chose equipment and 9% other. We’ll be delving into this issue more in a series of stories on Energy.AgWired.com and appreciate your input! Our new ZimmPoll … Read More
iPads And Other Tablets Gaining Acceptance
I’m very surprised at some of the response to our latest ZimmPoll. Although 37% responding say they have an iPad or other tablet, 33% said they don’t and don’t want one! And we had 30% who said they don’t have one but do want one. However, when you consider that no one had one less than two years ago you … Read More
We’re Worried About Government Regulations
Not surprisingly you’re worried about government regulations. We asked the question, “Are you worried about how government regulations will hurt your business?” 76% say yes and 24% no. This is a big part of the rhetoric in Washington, DC right now, along with the debt ceiling and budget. All I can say is, “Get off my back Mr. Government Man!” … Read More
Ag Leader INTEGRA Display Winner at Wyffels Corn Strategies
During the Wyffels Corn Strategies in Malcom, Iowa, this week, Ag Leader Technology held a drawing for an INTEGRA™ Display. Our young farmer in the photo did the name drawing. The winner is Jeff Peterson of Port Byron, IL. He’s flanked by Rick Hofer, Iowa Territory Manager (left) and Travis Goedken, Minnesota Territory Manager. That’s a nice prize to go … Read More
Ag Leader Looking Ahead To Harvest
Our coverage of the InfoAg Conference would not be complete without a visit to our sponsor, Ag Leader Technology. Although the crew as often busy when I stopped by I finally found a quiet moment with Jeff Bentley, GPS Guidance/Steering Sales Manager. Jeff told me the conference is attended more by consultants and others involved in the precision industry than … Read More
Doubt About Accuracy of USDA Acreage Predictions
The majority of you who responded to our latest ZimmPoll think USDA’s acreage predictions are way off. We asked the question, “How accurate do you believe the USDA acreage predictions are?” 55% said Way Off while 41% said Close and 4% said Spot On. So there you have it. Take ’em with a grain of salt. Hey, they’re a prediction … Read More
Precision Earth on an iPad
The fast pace of new technology was very evident at the InfoAg Conference. Everywhere you looked you could see someone with a smartphone and there were lots of tablets being used. Speaking of tablets, how about iPads doing some precision ag duties? How about something called Precision Earth? Pictured are Chris Tucker (left), Precision Earth and Aaron Hutchinson, Cogent3D, Inc. … Read More