ACN @agcommnetwork
Welcome to ACN- The Agricultural Communicators Network linktr.ee/agcommnetwork Joined April 2009-
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Did You Know? 📚 Which came first: Prairie Farmer or American Agriculturist? The debate continues—especially since American Agriculturist absorbed American Farmer (founded in 1819). One thing’s for sure: Farm Progress publishes the oldest farm magazine in the nation. 📰🌾
The ACN Fall Regional Meeting is set for October 28, and this Byline article by Elizabeth Hodges gives you a first look at the agenda. 📍Compeer Financial, Sun Prairie, WI 🕗 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 💻 Register now at bit.ly/4mh6Nm9
📚 “Open the book, you won’t regret it” – Part 1 In this reflective Byline piece, ACN board member Betty Haynes shares how returning to reading has improved her writing and her mindset. 📖 Read the article: bit.ly/3VeuIre
In the latest Byline, President Joy Crosby shares how ACN is planning for future growth with a new management agency, Corner Window Communications. She also expresses appreciation for the years of support from Association Services Group. 📖 Read more: bit.ly/3KiNoUn
📢 ACN Announces New Management Group The Ag Communicators Network has selected Corner Window Communications as its new management partner, following a review process this summer. Read more in the Byline: bit.ly/3I44B3n
🏆 Celebrating Excellence in Ag Communications! At the 2025 Ag Media Summit, ACN honored the best in the business—from rising storytellers to lifelong leaders. Plus, we welcomed new leaders to the 2025–26 ACN Board! 📍 See all the winners: bit.ly/4m8DGBv
📰 The latest Byline is out now—and it’s packed with stories you won’t want to miss! 🍁 Learn how to pull the human element 📚 Open the Book, You Won’t Regret It – Part 1 🧭 Where We’re Headed 🏆 Celebrating Excellence Check it out and stay inspired: agcommnetwork.com/the-byline/
🎓 Meet the 2025 ACN Scholarship Recipients! 🏅 Morgan Anderson – Dr. James Evans Scholarship 🎖️ Maci Carter – Past Presidents Scholarship 🎖️ Megan Clark – Past Presidents Scholarship
Join us for the ACN Fall Regional Workshop on October 28, 2025, in Sun Prairie, WI at Compeer Financial! 🏢✨ 📍 2600 Jenny Wren Trail, Sun Prairie, WI 🎟️ ACN Members: $115 | Non-Members: $250 | Students: $49 Don't miss out—register now: bit.ly/46fuBR9
🌟 Congratulations to Courtney Girgis, recipient of the 2025 Andy Markwart Horizon Award! Presented in memory of former Furrow editor Andy Markwart, this award honors rising leaders who are shaping the future of agricultural communications.
🌟 Announcing the 2025 ACN Distinguished Service Award Winner! Please join us in congratulating Dr. Aaron Hager, professor of crop sciences at the University of Illinois, as this year’s recipient of ACN’s Distinguished Service Award!
👏 Congratulations to the eight ACN members awarded $1,500 PIF travel stipends to attend, and to all who submitted work for the Star Prize awards! Want to serve as an ACN delegate or learn more? Read the full article here: bit.ly/47wdih2
🏆 Announcing the 2025 ACN Lifetime Achievement Award Winner! We are proud to honor Gregg Hillyer, editor-in-chief of The Progressive Farmer, with ACN’s highest distinction: the Lifetime Achievement Award. Congratulations again, Gregg.
Happy Labor Day from ACN! Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and passion of all who keep our communities, industries, and stories moving forward. Especially to our ag communicators—thank you for telling the stories that matter. Enjoy a well-deserved day of rest! 💼🌾
Incoming president Joy Crosby shares a heartfelt message in the latest Byline, offering a thank you, a challenge, and a promise as we move into a new year of ag communication. Read the full letter: bit.ly/4176kv9
Congratulations to these talented storytellers and visual artists for capturing the heart of agriculture! 👏 📰 Story of the Year – “Rays of Hope: Shedding Light On Rural Mental Health Challenges” 📸 Photo of the Year – “Branded Sunrise”
🌟 Congrats to ACN member Chelsea Dinterman for being selected as one of the 2025 Alltech Young Leaders! Read more about this incredible opportunity: bit.ly/4oB5n8k
🏆 Meet your 2025 ACN Of the Year Award Winners! ✍️ Writer of the Year – Katie Knapp 📸 Photographer of the Year – Rob Mattson 🎨 Designer of the Year – Amy Gohman 📢 Communicator of the Year – Lindsay Graber Runft
🍂 Mark your calendars! Our Fall Regional Workshop is set for October 28 at Compeer Financial in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin! 🗓️ Full agenda and registration details will be coming soon—so stay tuned!
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