Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”Does farm size matter?” On Food Day, Oct. 24, 2013, the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance hosted a panel, “Farm Size: Does It Really Matter?” at the State Room in Boston to discuss the differences and similarities between large and small farms, and how farm size and ownership affect consumers’ food-purchasing decisions. You can … Read More
Price Most Important in Food Purchases
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ”What is most important to you when buying food?” Given the economy, it’s only fitting that price won out in our poll, but also tied with whatever you’re hungry for. Guess it just depends on your mood! Our poll results: · Price – 29% · Whatever I’m hungry for – 29% · Organic – … Read More
What Are Your Food Decision Drivers
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “ Is shutdown affecting you?” Well, it’s a moot point now since the shutdown is over (for the time being). Our poll results were pretty well mixed though. Our poll results: · Yes, in a minor way –23% · Not at all – 23% · Can’t tell a difference – 25% · Not yet … Read More
Animal Welfare & Animal Rights Not the Same
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Is there a difference between animal welfare and animal rights?” Per the dictionary definition, animal welfare is the physical and psychological well-being of animals; animal rights is the idea that some or all nonhuman animals are entitled to the possession of their own lives, and that their most basic interests – such as an … Read More
The Bull Riding Thrill
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What is your favorite rodeo event?” It looks like the majority of you are most entertained by the bull riding. Maybe it has just that extra thrill to see a cowboy ride such a huge animal! Our poll results: • Bull Riding 48% • Barrel Racing 19% • Bareback Riding 10% • Tie-Down Roping … Read More
Happy With Current Smartphones
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Planning to buy new iPhone or upgrade?” Our poll results: · Happy with my current iPhone 25% · Still using a dumb phone 25% · Not an iPhone fan 17% · Upgrading to 5S 17% · Buying 1st iPhone – either one 8% · Other 8% · Upgrading to 5C 0% It looks like … Read More
Most Contact Lawmakers When Issues Matter
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “ Do you contact your members of Congress?” Our poll results: • When issues are important to me 41% • Never, what’s the point? 32% • Who is my member of Congress? 14% • Other 9% • Often call or write 5% • Visit offices and go to town hall meetings 0% Looks like … Read More
Learning About Farming in Other Countries Important
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “How important is it to learn about farming in other countries?” Our poll results: · Very important 49% · Somewhat important 28% · Not important 10% · Who cares 10% · Other 3% The ZimmComm team found their recent trip to Argentina valuable and we’re already looking forward to Scotland next year for the … Read More
Learning About Ag in Other Countries
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ” Why do you attend farm shows?” Our poll results: · To “window shop” new equipment 27% · To ask questions about existing equipment 19% · Other 19% · To purchase new equipment 16% · For the freebies 11% · For the food 8% Among the “other” responses were: For kids to learn about … Read More
Most People Love Infographics
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What is your opinion on farm info graphics?” Our poll results: · Love them, they are helpful 69% · Waste of energy 6% · Confusing 13% · Other 13% It looks like the time spent creating these easy-to-use, quick-to-read infographics is worthwhile. Keep up the good work. Our new ZimmPoll is now live and … Read More