Farm Compliance

State Farm Bureaus Recognized for Excellence

Written by American Farm Bureau
Monday, 12 January 2009
San Antonio, Texas - State Farm Bureaus were recognized this morning for excellence in membership achievement and for implementing exemplary programs serving Farm Bureau members in 2008. American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman and Vice President Barry Bushue presented the awards during AFBF’s 90th annual meeting.
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After Record 2008, Grain Exports Face Challenges in 2009

Written by AFBF
Monday, 12 January 2009
San Antonio, Texas - After record U.S. grain exports in 2008, organizations that focus on spurring the flow of U.S. grain abroad will be looking at a few more challenges this year, according to a grain industry official who spoke during the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 90th annual meeting.
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Corn & Soybean Field Guide Available

Written by Farm Compliance
Friday, 09 January 2009
West Lafayette, Indiana - The 2009 edition of the "Corn & Soybean Field Guide," a pocket reference that covers corn and soybean production issues, is now available for sale.
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Horticulture Congress Workshop to Examine E-commerce for Agritourism

Written by Purdue University
Friday, 09 January 2009
West Lafayette, Indiana - A workshop to help individuals in the agritourism industry identify Web-based opportunities for their businesses is scheduled for Jan. 19 at the Adam’s Mark Hotel in Indianapolis.
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NCGA Public Policy Director Jessica Johnson Bennett to Handle Ethanol, Energy Issues

Written by NCGA
Friday, 09 January 2009
Washington, DC - The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is pleased to announce that Jessica Johnson Bennett has joined its Washington, D.C., office as director of public policy. She will be managing ethanol, energy and climate change issues.
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