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October 2006

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Humanity and Hope Connect Readers
Pulitzer Prize winning reporter Tom Hallman Jr. says that fear of failure, not lack of talent, is what stalls the growth of most writers. Here are thoughts from Hallman, who spoke at the Agricultural Media Summit (AMS) in Portland, OR, July 29-Aug. 2, on harnessing emotion in writing and overcoming hurdles all writers face, plus a link to the powerful series that won Hallman his Pulitzer Prize. (Click for details.)

A Report From the IFAJ Congress
AAEA was represented by 16 members and spouses at the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) Congress in Norway in mid-August. Here are reports from five members who attended, including a slide show. (Click for details.)

Member News
The AAEA Job Bank has new offerings. Mark Rozin wins an international photography award, Perry Stambaugh accepts a new post, three long-time AAEA members are remembered, and AAEA greets two new members. (Click for details.)

From the President's Desk
AAEA President Marcia Taylor attended her first AAEA convention 30 years ago intent on finding a job. Instead, she found a career. Here's her pitch on why becoming more involved in AAEA committees and other activities is vital to you and your future. (Click for details.)

Association and Industry News
Here's a list AAEA's 2007 committee chairs, along contact information in case you want to become more involved. Plus, AAEA is looking for a publication to host the AAEA Summer Intern, the Professional Improvement Foundations announces more contributions, and a new group to unite folks who live in the country is announced. (Click for details.)

The People You Meet
In this "First Person" column, Ron Wall remembers his Uncle Henry, and the impact he had on his life's decision to become a writer. (Click for details.)

Writer's Survival Guide
In 2004, as Hurricane Charley bore down on Florida, Chip Scanlan confronted the challenge of what to save from his home office. In this article he describes the decisions he faced, the lessons he learned and the advice he offers for writers everywhere. (Click for details.)

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What's News
From Bayer CropScience

Cotton acres planted to FiberMax® Cotton Seed varieties have increased once again in 2006, according to a recent USDA report. To learn more about how FiberMax is shaping the ways cotton growers manage their cotton crop, and for exclusive grower leads, please e-mail Ben Potter at ben_potter@rkconnect.com.

As the cotton season winds down, growers have one last crucial input - harvest aids. For exclusive leads of growers who have put together successful harvest aid programs, please e-mail Ben Potter at ben_potter@rkconnect.com.

The annual University of Illinois Standard Root Rating Trials are now available. AZTEC Soil Applied Insecticide from Bayer CropScience has once again shown excellent performance. To learn more about trial results, contact Greg Vincent.

A one-of-a-kind partnership between Bayer CropScience and Western Growers Association, dubbed the Green Field Alliance, is providing significant benefits for Western Growers members. Green Field Alliance funding has contributed to major successes in four key program areas, including food safety, transportation and immigration. For more information, contact Mark Ingbritson.