By Interim Podcast Host Kelsey Litchfield with Special Guests ACN Past President and DTN Editor-In-Chief Greg Horstmeier and Journalist and University of Illinois Ag Comms Professor Dr. Owen Roberts Media ethics remain a big concern for consumers – and for journalists. In this episode, ACN Past President and DTN Editor-in-Chief Greg Horstmeier, and Journalist and … Read More
By Claire Weinzierl, ACN Member One of the best uses of social media for associations is to connect and engage with its membership. In order to effectively engage, there are several considerations good communicators need to keep in mind beyond simply knowing how each social media platform differs. It’s important to first understand what topics … Read More
Have some amazing photos you’d like to enter in this year’s IFAJ Star Prize for Photography contest? As an IFAJ member, you’re eligible to enter one published photo per category as an individual. The deadline for entries is March 10. Select photos that portray some aspect of agriculture or rural life, and fit into one … Read More
By Elaine Shein, ACN International Committee Chairwoman, ACN 2016 Past President Around the world, agriculture faces conflicts over land use. Mining, oil and gas, tourism, wildlife, housing developments — many industries threaten farming or compete with farmers for land and resources. As ag journalists and communicators, what land conflicts concern your audience? How do you … Read More
By Mindy Ward, ACN President My husband often wonders why any car manufacturer would bother to put a rearview mirror or backup camera display in my vehicle. He claims I never look at them. Instead, I just put it in gear and go. In my defense, I live in the country the only thing between … Read More
Courtesy: broadhead A roundup of all the top ten social media trends from 2021, and “shadowy” secrets emerge regarding a potential Facebook algorithm. Sit back, relax, and read on in this edition of The Social Tea….. Instagram’s Instant Upgrade Get ready to post your photos and captions to Instagram from your desktop device! Instagram accounts … Read More