Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Would you wear Google Glass?” Some are still unsure what Google Glass is and even more have no desire to wear them at all. But those techies out there look willing to jump on the bandwagon with Chuck and see how these computers you wear on your face could make work easier or simply … Read More
Health Insurance Changes in 2014
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “How is your health insurance for 2014?” We had a pretty low voter turn out for this ZimmPoll. It may be due to the holidays, but I’m thinking it might be due to confusion. Most people probably still haven’t figured out how their personal health insurance plans will change, if they will change and … Read More
Traditional Christmas Dinners
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What is your traditional Christmas dinner?” Our poll results: · Other – 30% · Ham – 28% · Turkey – 22% · Roast Beef – 11% · Lobster – 5% · Wild Game – 5% Our new ZimmPoll is now live and asks the question, “How is your health insurance for 2014?” The Zimmermans … Read More
What's on Your Christmas Table?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “ Which winter farm shows/events are you planning to attend?” Our poll results: · National – 29% · None – 24% · All of the above – 19% · State – 10% · Other – 10% · Regional – 5% · Local – 5% Looks like quite a few of you will be traveling … Read More
Attending Any Winter Events?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Do you plan to make any year-end equipment purchases?” Our poll results: · No. Not this year: 35% · Yes – Planting equipment: 18% · Yes – Sprayers: 12% · Yes – GPS/guidance: 12% · Yes – Hay equipment: 6% · Yes – Harvest equipment: 6% · Yes – Tillage: 6% · Yes – … Read More
Year-End Equipment Purchases on Your List?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What are you thankful for?” Our poll results: · All of the above – 37% · Friends and family – 15% · Good health – 12% · Freedom – 8% · Affordable food – 8% · Rewarding work – 7% · Our great nation – 7% · Other – 7% There are so many … Read More
Most Think RFS Cut is Bad
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”What is your opinion on the EPA lowering biofuels requirements?” Our poll results: · Bad for the country – 26% · Guts the RFS and hurts ag – 26% · Windfall for oil industry – 19% · Other – 13% · Industry can overcome – 7% · Doesn’t go far enough – 5% · … Read More
What’s Your Opinion of EPA Lowering Biofuels Obligations?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”How do you show food thanks?” Our poll results: · Thank a farmer in person – 32% · Via social media – 26% · Donating to a local food bank – 16% · Nothing – 16% · Invite people out to your farm – 5% · Other – 5% As our hearts and stomachs … Read More
Utility Vehicles Gaining Traction for Hunters
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”Which vehicle do you prefer for hunting?” Our poll results: · None – 37% · UTV – Utility Terrain Vehicle – 26% · Other – 21% · ATV – All Terrain Vehicle – 16% Although off-road vehicles have become popular on farm and ranch settings there is nothing like putting some miles on your … Read More
Most Think Partisanship Biggest Obstacle to Farm Bill
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”What’s the biggest threat to getting the Farm Bill done?” Our poll results: · Lack of bipartisanship – 39% · Nutrition reform – 36% · Other – 18% · Animal ag issues – 7% The farm bill conference committee has still only met once, but there is some hope they will have a compromise … Read More