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  • 07 Jan 2014 9:34 AM | Anonymous

    Advanced production techniques, informed growing practices and improved seed varieties helped corn growers achieve high yields in the National Corn Growers Association 2013 National Corn Yield Contest. Entrants continued to far surpass the national average corn yield, setting a contest record with a new all-time high yield of 454 bushels per acre. Additionally, a record five national entries surpassed the 400-plus bushel per acre mark. The National Corn Yield Contest is in its 49th year and remains NCGA’s most popular program for members, setting a new participation record this year with 8,827 entries. This surpasses the previous record of 8,431 entries, set in 2011, and far outstrips the 8,263 entries received in 2012.

    “While this contest provides individual growers a chance for good-natured competition with their peers, it also advances farming as a whole,” said Don Glenn, chairman of NCGA’s Production and Stewardship Action Team. “The techniques and practices contest winners develop provide the basis for widely used advances that help farmers across the country excel in a variety of situations, including drought. This contest highlights how innovation, from both growers and technology providers, allows us to meet the growing demand for food, feed, fuel and fiber.”

    The 18 winners in six production categories had verified yields averaging more than 354.6 bushels per acre, compared to the projected national average of 160.4 bushels per acre in 2013. While there is no overall contest winner, yields from first, second and third place farmers overall production categories topped out at 454.9837.

    The all-time high yield record of 454 bushels per acre was set by David Hula of Charles City, Va. The five national entrants recording yields of more than 400 bushels per acre are: David Hula of Charles City, Va.; Johnny Hula of Charles City, Va.; Double ‘SA’ Farms Inc. of Hart, Texas; Randy Dowdy of Valdosta, Ga.; and Dowdy Farms/Curtis Davis/Renato Lamas of Valdosta, Ga.

    Please visit National Corn Growers Association website www.ncga.com for the complete list of National and State winners.

  • 03 Jan 2014 9:36 AM | Anonymous
    One of our member companies, Krone NA, Inc., is looking for a Marketing Coordinator. Please read the description below. If you are interested or know someone who would be qualified, send resumes to Kristine Walker, Marketing Manager, at kwalker@krone-na.com.

    Krone NA, Inc., a manufacturer of agricultural machinery, has an opening for a Marketing Coordinator reporting to the Marketing Manager.

    NECESSARY SKILLS/ABILITIES

    • Microsoft Office – specifically strong Excel skills
    • Adobe Creative Suite – specifically PhotoShop, InDesign, and Illustrator
    • Ability to take quality pictures of Krone equipment
    • Website maintenance experience is a plus
    • Mapping software experience is a plus
    • Ability to complete tasks in an efficient time frame and handle multiple projects at a time
    • Demonstration of strong written communication skills
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with an individual or large group
    • Ability to provide accurate, professional and error free documents
    • Ability to think out of the box and contribute new ideas to the Marketing department
    • Must be a self-starter

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Work with field personnel to maintain an up to date customer prospect lists
    • Manage all output of market share data and distribution
    • Expand Krone’s presence on social media sites by bring in new ideas and making regular posts
    • Work on various mapping projects using BusinessMap software
    • Assist with farm shows, product tours and other Krone events
    • Create sales and product update presentations
    • Maintain and provide updates for various marketing programs to Krone personnel, dealers and dealer salesmen
    • Travel to customers in order to write customer testimonials and take equipment pictures
    • Assist with gathering and writing content for the KroNews, a Krone newsletter
    • Assist with updating the Krone website and Media Center

    MINIMUM EDUCATION

    Bachelors Degree in Agriculture Communications, Marketing with Agriculture Experience, or Related Field

    Find out more about Krone.

    Email your resume.

  • 02 Jan 2014 9:37 AM | Anonymous

    It’s that time of year! Time to sit back and reflect on the amazing work done in 2013. You did the work…now it is time to brag about it…let it go to your head.

    Join us on January 23, 2014 at 6pm at Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar to celebrate the Chapter First and Merit winners.

    Check back here for more details soon.

  • 09 Dec 2013 9:39 AM | Anonymous

    Due to the increasing chance of inclement winter weather, we have decided to cancel our MidSouth NAMA meeting for December. Please stay tuned for more information on our upcoming January 2014 meeting to celebrate our Best of NAMA award winners!

    We wish everyone the warmest of holidays in the coming weeks and a wonderful New Year. Looking forward to a great 2014!

  • 09 Dec 2013 9:38 AM | Anonymous

    It’s that time of year to nominate the cream of the crop – Agribusiness Leader of the Year and NAMA Marketer of the Year.

    Click here to view a list of current and past winners for Agribusiness Leader of the Year and NAMA Marketer of the Year.

    The winners of these prestigious awards will be honored at the 2014 Agri-Marketing Conference, April 9 – 11, Jacksonville, Florida.  Celebrate the achievements and impressive careers of the very best in agriculture with NAMA.

    Submission deadline is January 17, 2014.  Visit nama.org and click “Awards” to find nomination forms.

  • 02 Dec 2013 9:40 AM | Anonymous

    The National Agri-Marketing Association and the Agricultural Relations Council invite you to participate in their webinar on Tuesday, December 10, at 1:00 pm central time.

    Presented by Janice Person, Social Media Director at Monsanto Company

    Social media has empowered individuals and small groups to build the reach of their voices online, shifting the way issues management is done for many. How likely are you to encounter controversy? What are some of the steps you should consider proactively and reactively? When should you engage? Hear some of the lessons learned by participating in social media both individually and professionally at one of agriculture’s most socially discussed businesses.

    Register to attend NAMA’s next webinar on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at 1:00 pm central time.

  • 25 Nov 2013 9:41 AM | Anonymous

    Earlier this month, the organizers of POTATO EXPO 2014 announced that 150 exhibitors have signed up to demonstrate the latest in potato production, harvesting, storage and services. In 2013, POTATO EXPO attracted a record-breaking 1,902 attendees and 149 exhibitors to Las Vegas, Nevada. With just over a month left before the next EXPO, organizers are hopeful they can add to this year’s number of exhibitors.

    Now in its 6th year, the POTATO EXPO is the largest conference and tradeshow for the potato industry held in North America. Potato growers and industry members meet annually to network with key decision makers and international industry leaders, learn about the latest trends and innovations in the industry and grow their business. This year’s featured speakers include Ben Stein and Jim Abbott.

    More info on POTATO EXPO 2014.

    Exhibitor info.

  • 22 Nov 2013 9:43 AM | Anonymous
    U.S. corn growers remain on track for a record high 14.0 billion bushel production year, according to the Crop Production report, released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). In addition to corn numbers, the report also included updated forecasts for U.S. citrus production, and major field crops, such as soybeans and cotton.

    Based on administrative data, NASS revised the acreage planted to corn this season to 95.3 million acres, down 2 percent from the previous estimate. Despite the decrease, however, production forecast remained high due to high forecasted yields. This season’s yields are expected to average 160.4 bushels per acre, with corn growers in 18 states forecast to reach record yields this year. The weather also remains good for harvest so far this year, allowing growers to harvest 73 percent of the corn crop by November 3, which is 2 percentage points ahead of the 5-year average harvest rate.

    NASS also reduced the planted area for soybeans to 76.5 million acres, down 1 percent from the previous forecast. Just as with corn, however, favorable weather conditions account for higher pod counts compared with the 2012 yield. Soybean yields are expected to average 43.0 bushels per acre, with the final production forecast at 3.26 billion bushels. If realized, this will be the third largest production year on record.
    U.S. cotton growers are forecast to produce 13.1 million 480-pound bales this year. This forecast is an increase of 2 percent from the September report, but is down 24 percent from last year’s production. Cotton yield is expected to average 808 pounds per harvested acre, up 79 pound from 2012.

    On the citrus front, U.S. all orange production for the 2013-2014 seasons is forecast at 7.96 million tons, down 5 percent from the previous season’s final utilization. Grapefruit growers are forecast to produce 1.13 million tons this year, down 5 percent from last season. In contrast, tangerine and mandarin crop is forecast to increase 6 percent from last season’s production to 726,000 tons in 2013-2014 growing season.

    NASS interviewed approximately 10,000 producers across the country in preparation for this report. In addition to farmer interviews, NASS also used its national and state level objective yield measurements to determine accurate yield and production forecasts.

    The Crop Production report is published monthly and is available online at www.nass.usda.gov.

  • 19 Nov 2013 9:44 AM | Anonymous

    There was a thunderous response to the call for Best of NAMA entries with over 1440 submitted for Regional Judging on November 12th & 13th. This is the highest amount we have seen since 1999!

    Thank you to every agency and company that submitted their best work for consideration. Every submission strengthens local NAMA chapters and showcases the talent and vitality of NAMA members.

    A special thanks to our 40 plus wonderful judges who participated in the judging process that took place at the Sheraton Crown Center in Kansas City. This program could not be successful without their help and expertise.

    We hope to see you at a regional or chapter banquet in January to see the results of your hard work. Check out the banquet dates and locations. Be sure to check back often as details are still being finalized.

    Originally published on the NAMA Blog.

  • 15 Nov 2013 9:48 AM | Anonymous

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