The FFA SAE grant application period begins October 1 and closes November 15 at 8:00 p.m. EST. To be eligible for this grant, middle and high school students planning to pursue an organic SAE project must follow USDA organic production standards. Applicants must be FFA members and submit their proposals on the FFA website. Grants […]
NATIONAL TURKEY FEDERATION CURRENTLY ACCEPTING INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS The National Turkey Federation is currently accepting internship applications for the spring 2016 semester in their Washington, D.C. office. They are seeking a recent graduate or a currently enrolled senior with a desire to learn about and advocate for the turkey industry. Pursuit of, or degree in, poultry […]
It is not enough to do your best. You must first know what to do, and then do your best — W. Edwards Deming
As we begin the ‘Holiday Season’ thanks to each of you who have offered support and encouragement during 2014. It is appreciated more than words could properly express.
I had the opportunity yesterday to attend a meeting where we discussed elderly access to fresh produce. While I won’t, at this point, get into the purpose of this meeting, suffice it to say it could be a very exciting opportunity in the near future. The subject matter triggered in me the thought of food […]
I am rereading Leaning In by Sheryl Sandberg to try to remember what I found so obvious and useless about the book the first time around. I must admit that when Ms. Sandberg first started talking I listened with some interest. A few years ago her speech about a ‘seat at the table’ was quite […]
As I write this update, Senator Ted Cruz from the great state of Texas has just ended his 21 plus hour marathon presentation on the floor of the Senate. This occurs just a few months after Wendy Davis from that same great state performed the same act on the floor of the state house. Both […]
Leadership – its been on my mind a lot lately. I’ve been fortunate to have many strong leaders, both professional and personal, in my life and I believe that has spoiled me. As I have matured i have found it increasing difficult to tolerate those in leadership positions who do not deserve to be there. […]