Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “How important are biotechnology and antibiotics for food production?” Our poll results: · Critical 65% · Important but not vital 16% · We can do without 16% · Not important at all 0% · Other 3% It looks like even with all the negative comments from anti-agriculture groups, the majority still think these technologies … Read More
Biotechnology & Antibiotics in Food Production
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What is the biggest growth area for ag jobs?” Our poll results: · Precision Technology 22% · Management & Biotechnology 17% · Agronomy 13% · Biofuels, Engineering & Media 9% · Advertising/PR 4% If you are looking for a job in agriculture, or seeking to fill a position in your company or organization, check … Read More
Cellulosic Ethanol on its way to Commercialization
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Do you think cellulosic ethanol can be commercialized?” Our poll results: · Almost There 33% · It Already Is 26% · Could Be Someday 25% · Just A Fantasy 11% · No Clue 3% · Other 2% According to our latest ZimmPoll results, most people believe that cellulosic ethanol, which can be made from … Read More
Is Cellulosic Ethanol for Real?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “How many ag-related apps do you have?” Our poll results: · 1-5 44% · None 31% · 5-10 16% · More 6% · 10-15 3% The number of ag-related apps for smart phones and tablets continues to grow – from news and information, to markets and products, you name it. Find out more about … Read More
Using Drones to Scout Fields
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “What use would you have for an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle?” Our poll results: · Crop analysis 25% · Improve nutrient & crop protection efficiency 18% · Just for fun! 18% · Maximize yields 15% · More efficient water use 7% · Monitor livestock 8% · Other 8% So what do you think from the … Read More
Interest in Online Ag TV Programming
Before we get to our new ZimmPoll let’s look at the results of our latest one which asked the question, “ Do you watch or want to watch live or recorded ag news television programs online?” The results indicate that there is an interest in online agricultural television programming. Our poll results: Thirty-nine percent said Yes, I Currently Do, thirty-six … Read More
Groups are Biggest Threat to Farming
Before we get to our new ZimmPoll let’s look at the results of our latest one which asked the question, “What is the greatest threat to our freedom to farm”. Our poll results suggest that environmental and anti-agriculture groups are the greatest threat to our freedom to farm at this time. Our poll results: Twenty percent say All of the … Read More
Greatest Threat to Farming
Before we get to our new Zimmpoll let’s look at the results of our latest one which asked the question, “Do you listen to satellite radio?” The results would suggest that not everyone has hopped on the satellite radio bandwagon. However, we did see a quick spike in the “No, never will” answer which seems suspicious. What do you think … Read More
Worried About Government Collecting Private Data
Before we get to our new Zimmpoll let’s look at the results of our latest one which asked the question, “How concerned are you about the government having your private data?” Our poll results read loud and clear this week. Over half of you are now more worried that the government sees private data. Our poll results: Sixty-nine percent said … Read More
Changes Wanted to Immigration Bill
Before we get to our new Zimmpoll let’s look at the results of our latest one which asked the question, “ What is your opinion of Senate immigration bill?” From our poll results it looks like you want to see changes to the immigration bill. Our poll results: Forty-one percent said Border Security First! Sixteen percent said Bad Deal Overall, … Read More