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Stories: “I Was Determined to Be a Farmer”
December 23, 2015
Our first Growing America Stories video, “I was 20 years old and determined to be a farmer,” was by far our most popular this year. Join us, as we take a look back and share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: Donald Trump Saves the Farm
December 02, 2015
After 3 bad years of farming, it was too much for a Georgia farmer to take. He believed by taking his own life the insurance money would save the farm that had been in his family for over 100 years. Taking his life was a hard enough blow to the family, but when the insurance didn't pay, they were at a loss. With the property in foreclosure, Donald Trump stepped in and saved the farm.
Stories: Farming, a Better Way of Life
October 14, 2015
There are few jobs as meaningful as tending the land. Dawson Georgia's Al Breedlove talks with us about being an America farmer. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: Momma Used to Say, You Can't Get Back a Moment in Time
September 09, 2015
There are those events on the farm that can forever change your life. Bronwood Georgia's Larron Copeland talks with us about those moments in time and how important it is to cherish each day. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: 'Passing on a Good Work Ethic'
August 05, 2015
If Bud Seward could pass on one thing to the next generation of farmers, it would be a good work ethic. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Researching 1,500 Peanuts, One Variety at a Time
July 14, 2015
In the late 1990s, tomato spotted wilt virus took a bite out of peanuts in the Southeast, claiming half of some farmers’ crop and about 10% of the overall yield in 1997. One of the most important factors in the battle against TSWV was lurking in a peanut variety from South America, which had natural resistance to the virus.
Stories: “I Was Determined to Be a Farmer”
June 24, 2015
“I was 20 years old and determined to be a farmer.” Ray Morris, and his passion for farming, are the focus of this episode of our new monthly video series. Join us, as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Beekeeper Honored for Work to Help Pollinators
June 18, 2015
As people across the United States celebrate the contribution that pollinators make to agriculture, Bayer CropScience gave its national Bayer Bee Care Community Leadership Award to a Georgia man who helps beekeepers track what’s going on in the hive – and all for less than $100.
Peterson Farm Bros. Are ‘Taking Care of Livestock’
May 27, 2015
Summer is here, and the Peterson Farm Brothers are heading back to the farm and “Taking Care of Business.” Their family’s business: Cattle. The trio of brothers famous for their farm-related twists on popular songs, released a new one Monday.
Purdue Researcher in Project to Lessen Impact of Soybean Plant Disease
March 04, 2015
A team composed of a Purdue University researcher and others from several Midwest universities and Canada is studying soybean sudden death syndrome to help farmers better protect their crop from the recurring disease.
Nicole Karstedt Talks About the Georgia Dairy Mobile Classroom
September 09, 2014
Nicole Karstedt, Mobile Dairy Classroom coordinator for Georgia, shares some information on the traveling "Got Milk" trailer that visits elementary schools and events across the state.
IntelliAir's BinManager System Makes Grain Management Simple
June 11, 2014
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir, explains how the BinManager system works. BinManager allows users to manage multiple bins from anywhere using the Internet.
Valley Water Management Helps Growers Save on Water and Money
June 04, 2014
Tyler Fields, project manager for Valley Water Management, discusses how their system helps growers conserve water and save money. Valley Water Management can custom-engineer a high-efficiency pumping station for producers who are building a new reservoir, drawing from a canal, or using well fields to supply their irrigation needs.
How Lives are Impacted by the Smith-Lever Act
May 29, 2014
The land grant university system was created to advance agriculture and mechanical sciences 150+ years ago. It's been 100 years since the Smith-Lever Act was passed which lead to the establishment of Extension Offices across the country.
Julie Stark of Net Irrigate Discusses Wireless Irrigation Monitoring
May 22, 2014
Julie Stark, account manager for Net Irrigate, talks about Wireless Agricultural Irrigation Monitoring technology. Net Irrigate’s hardware and software solutions notify irrigators of costly events.
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir Talks About the BinManager System
May 15, 2014
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir discusses the BinManager system. BinManager is the cutting edge of grain drying technology and will keep your operation running smoothly and efficiently.
T&L Irrigation Offers Farmer-Friendly Products
April 10, 2014
Clark Bauer, United States sales manager for T&L Irrigation, discusses center pivot and linear irrigation systems.
Russ Finney Discusses New Products from Case IH
April 04, 2014
Russ Finney, tractor specialist with Case IH, talks about new products that can be expected from Case IH this year.
Reinke's Neil Lunzmann Discusses Irrigation Technology
March 05, 2014
Regional Sales Manager for Reinke Manufacturing, Neil Lunzmann, talks about the changes in irrigation technology that are happening across the country.
Dean & Director of UF/IFAS, Nick Place Discusses the Extension System
February 28, 2014
Dean & Director of UF/IFAS Extension, Nick Place, talks about the important role the extension system plays not only in the country, but in the world. Dr. Place is responsible for meeting the mission and goals of the University of Florida Extension program.
Stories: “I Was Determined to Be a Farmer”December 23, 2015
Our first Growing America Stories video, “I was 20 years old and determined to be a farmer,” was by far our most popular this year. Join us, as we take a look back and share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: Donald Trump Saves the FarmDecember 02, 2015
After 3 bad years of farming, it was too much for a Georgia farmer to take. He believed by taking his own life the insurance money would save the farm that had been in his family for over 100 years. Taking his life was a hard enough blow to the family, but when the insurance didn't pay, they were at a loss. With the property in foreclosure, Donald Trump stepped in and saved the farm.
Stories: Farming, a Better Way of LifeOctober 14, 2015
There are few jobs as meaningful as tending the land. Dawson Georgia's Al Breedlove talks with us about being an America farmer. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: Momma Used to Say, You Can't Get Back a Moment in TimeSeptember 09, 2015
There are those events on the farm that can forever change your life. Bronwood Georgia's Larron Copeland talks with us about those moments in time and how important it is to cherish each day. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Stories: 'Passing on a Good Work Ethic'August 05, 2015
If Bud Seward could pass on one thing to the next generation of farmers, it would be a good work ethic. Join us again as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Researching 1,500 Peanuts, One Variety at a TimeJuly 14, 2015
In the late 1990s, tomato spotted wilt virus took a bite out of peanuts in the Southeast, claiming half of some farmers’ crop and about 10% of the overall yield in 1997. One of the most important factors in the battle against TSWV was lurking in a peanut variety from South America, which had natural resistance to the virus.
Stories: “I Was Determined to Be a Farmer”June 24, 2015
“I was 20 years old and determined to be a farmer.” Ray Morris, and his passion for farming, are the focus of this episode of our new monthly video series. Join us, as we share some of America’s greatest stories.
Beekeeper Honored for Work to Help PollinatorsJune 18, 2015
As people across the United States celebrate the contribution that pollinators make to agriculture, Bayer CropScience gave its national Bayer Bee Care Community Leadership Award to a Georgia man who helps beekeepers track what’s going on in the hive – and all for less than $100.
Peterson Farm Bros. Are ‘Taking Care of Livestock’May 27, 2015
Summer is here, and the Peterson Farm Brothers are heading back to the farm and “Taking Care of Business.” Their family’s business: Cattle. The trio of brothers famous for their farm-related twists on popular songs, released a new one Monday.
Purdue Researcher in Project to Lessen Impact of Soybean Plant DiseaseMarch 04, 2015
A team composed of a Purdue University researcher and others from several Midwest universities and Canada is studying soybean sudden death syndrome to help farmers better protect their crop from the recurring disease.
Nicole Karstedt Talks About the Georgia Dairy Mobile ClassroomSeptember 09, 2014
Nicole Karstedt, Mobile Dairy Classroom coordinator for Georgia, shares some information on the traveling "Got Milk" trailer that visits elementary schools and events across the state.
IntelliAir's BinManager System Makes Grain Management SimpleJune 11, 2014
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir, explains how the BinManager system works. BinManager allows users to manage multiple bins from anywhere using the Internet.
Valley Water Management Helps Growers Save on Water and MoneyJune 04, 2014
Tyler Fields, project manager for Valley Water Management, discusses how their system helps growers conserve water and save money. Valley Water Management can custom-engineer a high-efficiency pumping station for producers who are building a new reservoir, drawing from a canal, or using well fields to supply their irrigation needs.
How Lives are Impacted by the Smith-Lever ActMay 29, 2014
The land grant university system was created to advance agriculture and mechanical sciences 150+ years ago. It's been 100 years since the Smith-Lever Act was passed which lead to the establishment of Extension Offices across the country.
Julie Stark of Net Irrigate Discusses Wireless Irrigation MonitoringMay 22, 2014
Julie Stark, account manager for Net Irrigate, talks about Wireless Agricultural Irrigation Monitoring technology. Net Irrigate’s hardware and software solutions notify irrigators of costly events.
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir Talks About the BinManager System May 15, 2014
Joel Moellers of IntelliAir discusses the BinManager system. BinManager is the cutting edge of grain drying technology and will keep your operation running smoothly and efficiently.
T&L Irrigation Offers Farmer-Friendly ProductsApril 10, 2014
Clark Bauer, United States sales manager for T&L Irrigation, discusses center pivot and linear irrigation systems.
Russ Finney Discusses New Products from Case IHApril 04, 2014
Russ Finney, tractor specialist with Case IH, talks about new products that can be expected from Case IH this year.
Reinke's Neil Lunzmann Discusses Irrigation TechnologyMarch 05, 2014
Regional Sales Manager for Reinke Manufacturing, Neil Lunzmann, talks about the changes in irrigation technology that are happening across the country.
Dean & Director of UF/IFAS, Nick Place Discusses the Extension SystemFebruary 28, 2014
Dean & Director of UF/IFAS Extension, Nick Place, talks about the important role the extension system plays not only in the country, but in the world. Dr. Place is responsible for meeting the mission and goals of the University of Florida Extension program.
