July 2006
Featured
Contest
Winners
Copyright 2006
American Agricultural
Editors' Association
Grazing Innovator Earns
Distinguished Service Award
Jim Gerrish is the recipient of the American Agricultural Editors'
Association (AAEA) 2006 Distinguished Service Award in recognition for his
leadership in revolutionizing beef, dairy and sheep grazing in North America.
The award will be presented July 25 at the Agricultural Media Summit (AMS)
in Portland, OR. (Click for details on Gerrish and his
impact on agriculture.)
Ag Media Summit: Last-Minute Details
Here are last-minute details on the Agricultural Media Summit,
everything from a look at the weather, transportation to and from the airport,
the restaurant scene, program highlights and more. If you haven't decided
yet whether to attend, here are 10 reasons you should. Plus a Dummie's Guide
to attending the Summit. (Click for details.)
Behind the Technology,
a Person, Our Link With Humanity
In this second "First Person" installment, writer Tam Moore muses
on his career and the reality that despite changing technology, the human
element remains the most critical factor in the work of a journalist. (Click for details.)
Member News
The AAEA Job Bank has new offerings. Several members find new
work, retire and begin freelancing. Plus, profiles of new members. (Click for details.)
Association News Roundup
The AAEA Professional Improvement Foundation announces a new
fundraiser featuring photography from award winners. You're invited to attend
the Canadian Farm Writers annual meeting. And Farm Journal wins an
award. (Click for details.)
From the President's Desk
President Dan Crummett isn't sure if swans sing in their waning
days, but nevertheless, he offers his "Swan Song" on his year
heading AAEA. (Click for details.)
The Serious Side Of Wonderful
Fred Myers reflects on the impact of the Internet and other technologies
on the work of journalists. Here's his take on how it will affect your future.
(Click for details.)
What's
News
From
Bayer CropScience
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