In our latest ZimmPoll we asked about tillage practices with the question, “Which tillage practice do you employ on most of your farming operation.” It looks like No-Till is the winner with 24%, followed by Conventional at 21%, Other at 9% and Strip-Till at 6%. Our next ZimmPoll is now live and asks the question, “Will commodity prices be higher … Read More
Dairy Expo Announces Judges
World Dairy Expo is pleased to announce the 2011 official judges. Held annually in Madison, Wis., World Dairy Expo hosts the best dairy cattle from across the United States and Canada. This year’s event will be held October 4-8 featuring the theme “Around the World of Dairy in 5 Days.” The individuals who will be responsible for placing over 2,500 … Read More
Greig to be Nominated as Pa. Ag Secretary
Congratulations to George Greig, Linesville, Pa. for being nominated for Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture! George is a dairy farmer and active in local Farm Bureau. Governor Tom Corbett announced Tuesday that he intends to nominate George Greig, a farmer and agriculture leader from Linesville, Crawford County, as secretary of agriculture. “George Greig is an experienced farmer, businessman and leader,” Corbett … Read More
Last Survey Winner is Dairy Nutritionist
The final ZimmComm publication survey drawing winner is a World Dairy Diary reader. The winner for January is Rita Ruud, a nutritionist with North Dakota State University and she will be receiving a check in the mail for $250 for taking just about two minutes of her time to fill out our survey and help us do a better job … Read More