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PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, June 4: An investigation into the US farming industry finds that lobbyists led a campaign to discredit animal rights activists. Next, a "visionary" or a "jerk"? American op-eds analyse Elon Musk's short-lived time in office. Also, French papers discuss porn sites and their access ban on French users in protest at a new age verification law. Finally, a 200-year-old condom is displayed in one of Europe's biggest museums.  An investigation by Wired magazine says that lobbyists for the farm industry led a campaign to "surveil, discredit, and suppress" animal rights activists for nearly a decade. The magazine says it consulted hundreds of emails and internal documents that show the "secretive and long-running collaboration" between the FBI and the Animal Agriculture Alliance, which represents the interests of American farmers and ranchers. According to Wired, the Alliance spied and served as an informant for the FBI. People working there went undercover at meetings of activists, for example, and sent the recordings to law enforcement. Wired says that the documents demonstrate the industry's mission and efforts to convince the authorities that activists are a "bioterrorism" threat to the United States. Also in the United States, Elon Musk's short-lived time in Trump's office has prompted continuous coverage from the press. But an opinion piece from The Washington Post says it's wrapping up its Musk coverage. "After this, I am never thinking about Trump's favourite weird billionaire again," writes the author. The article is entitled "All the unforced errors of Elon Musk" and the author calls the billionaire himself a "walking, breathing unforced error". It says that with his Tesla background and his "creative genius", Musk had to do "literally nothing"” to safeguard his reputation. But for "some unknown reason he decided to insert himself in politics", becoming a real "jerk". The piece then criticises Musk – from his relationship with his estranged trans daughter to his time as head of DOGE. It adds that "Musk's short tenure represents the most terrible personification of the Trump administration". But not all op-eds are as critical. An opinion piece in the left-wing paper The New York Times calls Musk a "visionary", saying that yes, he can be "volatile and reckless" but that those who dismiss him as an idiot "haven't been paying close attention". The article says that his vision goes way beyond politics and towards "interstellar colonization". The paper writes that if he succeeds in that mission, his time in the White House will be just "a minor detail" in his story – and not how he will be remembered. We turn next to France, where well-known porn sites have banned French users from accessing them in a protest against France's new stricter age verification requirements. French daily Le Parisien writes that porn sites "aren't bluffing", calling the ban a "poker move". It cites Pornhub's parent company Aylo, which claims that the new regulation is obliging adult sites to collect highly sensitive personal information and that this is putting user security at risk. The company also argues that the regulation might push users to migrate to "darker corners of the internet" that don't ask users to verify their age at all. Right-wing paper Le Figaro writes that from the age of 12, more than half of all underage boys visit porn sites every month. The paper cites a study saying that porn exposure "remains massive" – the number of young people visiting these sites has risen by 36 percent. We finish with another sex-related story: a central piece in one of Europe's biggest museums. A 200-year-old condom is going to be displayed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, The Times reports. The curator says that it was probably a souvenir from a French brothel and not an actual condom for use. On closer examination we can see a scene comprising three clergymen and a nun. She is pointing at one of them saying "Voilà mon choix" or "Here is my choice". The museum says that the condom provides an insight into "sexuality and prostitution in the 19th century". You can catch our press review every morning on France 24 at 7:20am and 9:20am (Paris time), from Monday to Friday.

Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Tracy Brunet on the Realities of Modern Ranching: From Land to Legacy to TechPub date: 2025-04-23Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this compelling episode of the Bites and Bytes Podcast, host Kristin Demoranville sits down with Tracy Brunet, cattle rancher, Canadian Ag media powerhouse, and host of The Impact Farming Show. Broadcasting from her family farm in Southeastern Manitoba, Tracy opens up about the realities of modern agriculture, including land pressures, succession planning, tech adoption, and how family farms are quietly being squeezed out. Together, Kristin and Tracy examine how smart farming and digital innovation are reshaping the industry, for better or worse. They also unpack the rising threat of agroterrorism and cyber-physical attacks, as well as what happens when farm automation goes wrong. This isn't your typical farm chat; it's real talk about the challenges and resilience of today's producers. Whether you're in ag, food, or tech, this conversation is packed with insights on business, legacy, and safeguarding our food system. Tracy's passion for farming is contagious, and her straight-shooting perspective on the future of agriculture will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.

Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Securing Food Systems with a Defense Mindset with Brian SchleiferPub date: 2025-04-02Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarization

Emily Ellis,  director of communications and content for Animal Agriculture Alliance, discusses the alliance's efforts to engage with external audiences, food chain influencers, and thought leaders, aiming to correct misinformation about animal welfare practices and meat production. A key part of the effort, Ellis says, is providing accurate background about what modern animal agriculture is and what producers and ranchers are doing on the farm to care for their animals and ensure humane practices are being followed.  

Sarah Hagenow, Poynette, feels at home in Wisconsin’s agricultural industry and enjoys telling the stories of its hard-working people. She is a senior at the University of Minnesota and will graduate with a degree in agricultural and food business management and a minor in international agriculture. Hagenow’s youth was characterized by involvement in 4-H and FFA, which spurred her to join the Gopher Dairy Club, Agricultural Business Club, Agricultural Mentor Program, and the dairy cattle judging team at college. Hagenow has held internships with Heatherstone Enterprises, Viking Dairy Company, the Minnesota State Senate, and the Animal Agriculture Alliance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Cybersecurity Shouldn't Suck: Fixing the Real Problems with Tom SegoPub date: 2025-03-18Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationWhat happens when cyber threats hit critical infrastructure? In this episode of the Bites and Bytes Podcast, host Kristin Demoranville sits down with Tom Sego, a cybersecurity leader with a fascinating background from chemical engineering to Apple to professional poker, now focused on making security simpler and more effective for critical infrastructure as CEO at Blastwave. Cyber risks in critical industries are real, but so are the solutions. Kristin and Tom discuss why current security models create more problems than they solve, how the human element is often overlooked, and what needs to change to make security actually work for the people keeping our systems running.

Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Agroterrorism & Cyber Threats: How Farms Are Under AttackPub date: 2025-03-04Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarization

Being a livestock owner has always been difficult and over the years has been harder due to animal rights activists. Although the numbers of events of these groups have not changed much, the severity of their tactics has. Emily Ellis the Communications Manager with the Animal Agriculture Alliance explains how more extreme cases are showing up with activists breaking onto farms and releasing animals. She also explains ballot initiatives that were in the recent election and how Madison Wisconsin could see these come 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Basse is president of AgResource Company and he joins us to discuss wheat supplies coming out of Russia plus other market issues. Jeff Bonar of CAP CO2 Solutions tells us about green methanol. And we have Logan Hall of Animal Agriculture Alliance tell us about the organization and how donations would help on this Giving Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Brenda Elmer is the Executive Director for the North Dakota Corn Growers Association and talks more about growing a healthy animal ag industry in North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered how the voices of farmers are heard amidst the clamor of consumer demands and activism? Tune in to an eye-opening discussion with Emily Ellis from the Animal Agriculture Alliance, where we peel back the layers of what it truly means to advocate for agriculture. Emily, with her roots firmly planted in cattle raising and honed by her studies at the University of Maryland, joins me to explore the power of connections, the strength in unity, and the unwavering mission of agricultural organizations to foster the future of farming. Our conversation takes you from the pastures to the policies, giving a voice to those at the heart of animal agriculture.2024 Stakeholders Summit - Ready Set Sove! May 7-9th - Click Here Navigating the complex terrain of sustainability, we confront the thorny issue of environmental stewardship in farming. As restaurants and brands come under pressure to adopt eco-conscious practices, we underscore the crucial role of proactive engagement within our community. This episode isn't just about airing the challenges; it's a roadmap to building relationships and ensuring that the farmer's take on sustainable practices isn't overshadowed by misconception. Plus, get an exclusive preview of a keynote centered on cultivating trust in our food systems and those who sustain them.Our dialogue culminates in an honest reflection on the synergies between different sectors of animal agriculture and the collective journey towards better preparedness and resilience. From overcoming imposter syndrome to embracing continuous learning, I share personal anecdotes that resonate with the need for a supportive network. We showcase the Animal Ag Allies program, reinforcing the idea that every conversation, whether at a community event or a casual brewery visit, can be a form of advocacy. A listener's testimonial rounds off the episode, highlighting how the podcast has widened horizons and forged connections, reminding us why these stories matter and deserve to be shared.Prism Controls - Sponsor Hosted by Brandon Mulnix - Director of Commercial Accounts - Prism ControlsThe Poultry Leadership Podcast is only possible because of its sponsor, Prism ControlsFind out more about them at www.prismcontrols.com

Recent bans and regulations, globally and nationally, on agriculture have caused negative impacts. Chief Strategy Officer at Kansas Farm Bureau Joel Leftwich paints the reality of the aftermath involving negative regulations on agriculture and how we should be more strategic in targeting the voter. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza dives into the topics below with Joel: 1:40: Global examples of negative bans/regulations on agriculture 7:25: National examples 9:25: Hindsight, what could have been done differently 10:58: Strategic about which voter 13:43: Why the farmers voice is trusted 16:40: How to better engage voters on agricultural topics 20:21: Platform to use to engage voters 24:40: Topics to cover with voters 26:56: Situation like Prop12 happen again? 29:55: How to include engaging voters in your business model 33:21: How do agriculturalists stay in engaged on trends Special thanks to the Animal Agriculture Alliance for sponsoring this episode. Joel will be speaking at the Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit on May 8-9 in Kansas City, MO. It is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, allied industries, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities, government agencies and media. Registration is available through May 1, learn more here. About the guest Chief Strategy Officer Kansas Farm Bureau President U.S. Agriculture Partnership Fund Joel Leftwich joined Kansas Farm Bureau in 2021 as the organization's Chief Strategy Officer. Prior to joining Kansas Farm Bureau, Leftwich worked in Washington, D.C. for nearly twenty years with public and private sector experience in food and agriculture policy. Leftwich spent most of his time as staff to Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) serving in the personal office and then on the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee as Majority Staff Director. He also worked for Rep. Jim Ryun (R-KS) and the USDA during President George W. Bush's administration. His private sector experience includes positions with global food and agriculture companies PepsiCo and DuPont. Additionally, he was a Managing Director for the Glover Park Group's communications and government affairs consulting firm's Food Team. GPG's Food Team clients included international food, beverage, animal health, and innovative agriculture companies. As CSO for the Kansas Farm Bureau, Leftwich works with organizational leadership and members to develop and implement new programs and strategies to accomplish KFB's mission. Examples of KFB's new initiatives include: Engaged Kansas, a nonpartisan coalition dedicated to recruiting and training candidates for local public service; Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program, where KFB serves as a federally Registered Apprenticeship Intermediary working with agricultural and rural employers to develop registered apprenticeships; and the U.S. Agriculture Partnership Fund, a 501(c)4 organization focused on public education of the importance of keeping the U.S. food supply safe and affordable. Leftwich received his bachelor's degree in political science and history from Friends University and a master's degree from Loyola University of Chicago in political science.  This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers just the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on March 13. Past events, like Europe's Farm to Fork policy and California's Proposition 12, have negatively impacted the food supply chain. How can we learn from these events and better engage the voters? Join Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Joel Leftwich, Chief Strategy Officer at Kansas Farm Bureau, as they discuss the past situations that negatively impacted agriculture and how we can better engage with voters.  Special thanks to the Animal Agriculture Alliance for sponsoring this episode. Joel will be speaking at the Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit on May 8-9 in Kansas City, MO. It is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, allied industries, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities, government agencies and media. Registration is available through May 1, learn more here. About the guest Chief Strategy Officer Kansas Farm Bureau President U.S. Agriculture Partnership Fund Joel Leftwich joined Kansas Farm Bureau in 2021 as the organization's Chief Strategy Officer. Prior to joining Kansas Farm Bureau, Leftwich worked in Washington, D.C. for nearly twenty years with public and private sector experience in food and agriculture policy. Leftwich spent most of his time as staff to Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) serving in the personal office and then on the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee as Majority Staff Director. He also worked for Rep. Jim Ryun (R-KS) and the USDA during President George W. Bush's administration. His private sector experience includes positions with global food and agriculture companies PepsiCo and DuPont. Additionally, he was a Managing Director for the Glover Park Group's communications and government affairs consulting firm's Food Team. GPG's Food Team clients included international food, beverage, animal health, and innovative agriculture companies. As CSO for the Kansas Farm Bureau, Leftwich works with organizational leadership and members to develop and implement new programs and strategies to accomplish KFB's mission. Examples of KFB's new initiatives include: Engaged Kansas, a nonpartisan coalition dedicated to recruiting and training candidates for local public service; Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program, where KFB serves as a federally Registered Apprenticeship Intermediary working with agricultural and rural employers to develop registered apprenticeships; and the U.S. Agriculture Partnership Fund, a 501(c)4 organization focused on public education of the importance of keeping the U.S. food supply safe and affordable. Leftwich received his bachelor's degree in political science and history from Friends University and a master's degree from Loyola University of Chicago in political science.  This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Each year, Ohio Pork Congress is an opportunity for pork producers and business professionals to network, learn about industry issues and recognize industry leaders. Get an update from the 2024 Pork Congress from Ohio Pork Council President Nick Seger and Hannah Thompson-Weeman from the Animal Agriculture Alliance on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

Abby Kornegay, manager of issues and engagement for the Animal Agriculture Alliance, talks about what tactics to watch out for from animal rights activists in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Office Closure in Observance of Christmas HolidayAdapted from a release by Angus Media Ground Zero, Below Zero Adapted from a release by Sarah Harris-Christian, Angus Journal CAB Insider: Carcass Premium Spreads Continue Strength Adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef Animal Agriculture Alliance Releases Reports from 2023 Animal Rights Conferences Adapted from a release by Emily Ellis, Animal Agriculture Alliance 

12-13-23 AJ DailyExperts in Animal, Human Genetics Talk Innovation at Angus ConventionAdapted from a release by Sarah Kocher, Angus Communications Angus 2024 Regional Manager Internship Opportunity Adapted from an announcement by the American Angus Association Logan Hall Joins Animal Agriculture Alliance as Director, Membership and Marketing Adapted from a release by Emily Ellis, Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal.  For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

Joanna talked with Abby Kornegay, manager of issues and engagement at the Animal Agriculture Alliance, about the key topics and takeaways at the 2023 animals rights conferences, tactics in 2024 and how farmers should beef up their farm cybersecurity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-22-23 AJ DailyJumping In: Bruner, Hall join The Angus Conversation to Share Direct-to-Consumer Beef Marketing Journey and Experience With CAB's Ranch to Table Pilot ProjectAdapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media Get Your Cattle Noticed: Angus Media's Black Friday SaleAdapted from a release by Angus Media Certified Angus Beef: Don't Miss the Best Sale of the Season Adapted from a release by Certified Angus Beef Help the Animal Agriculture Alliance Advance Animal Agriculture Adapted from a release by Emily Ellis, Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal.  For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net.

11-20-23American Angus Association Concludes a Strong Fiscal YearAdapted from a release by Katelyn Engel, Angus CommunicationsInvestigating the Cause of Cattle Abortions: When to Involve Your Veterinarian and What Happens NextAdapted from a release by Matt Hille & David Steffen, University of Nebraska–LincolnDairy Management Inc.'s Lisa McComb Appointed Chair-elect of Animal Agriculture Alliance BoardAdapted from a release by Emily Ellis, Animal Agriculture Alliance

In this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast, host Kimmi Devaney chats with Abby Kornegay and Casey Kinler from the Animal Agriculture Alliance about what's new with animal rights activism, key tactics dairy producers should know about and tips for dairy producers interested in building relationships with their legislators to become a trusted resource. Visit the alliance website to access resources, contact their team and to learn more about their work. Here's a breakdown of the episode: About the alliance [~0:45]How they define animal rights activism [~1:50]The evolution of activism and what it looks like now [~4:00]Examples of how activist groups are putting pressure on restaurants and retailers [~6:05]Activist strategy focusing on incremental changes [~7:05]An overview of recent legislation backed by activist groups and upcoming bills to watch [~8:20]Tips for farmers interested in reaching out to legislators [~14:45]What's on the horizon for the 2024 legislative session [~17:38]Issues to watch [~21:40]Kinler and Kornegay's recommendations for being proactive while responding to emerging issues [~25:05]An overview of activism in the other animal agriculture industries [~27:55]Activist group funding and fundraising efforts [~30:35]Alliance resources and how dairy producers can access them [~32:40]Rapid-fire questions [~34:50]

7-20-23 AJ DailyAngus Juniors Participate in Carcass ContestAdapted from a release by Julie Isbell, Angus Communications Animal Agriculture Alliance Updates Reports Covering Animal Rights Extremist Connections and Tactics Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance New Beef Ad Campaign Hits TV, Social Media, Billboards and More Adapted from a release by the Cattlemen's Beef Board Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal.  For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

On this episode, we talk to Abby Kornegay of the Animal Agriculture Alliance about efforts to reduce meat consumption by activists and alternative proteins; Erich Ehrlich of the Renaissance Insurance Group rejoins us for summer insurance reminders; and Jud Seaman of Quality Auction Services discusses the latest USDA meat report along with the current consumer market. 

4-21-23 AJ Daily‘Sacrifice Pastures' Spare Best Cattle Grazing PasturesAdapted from an article by the University of Missouri Extension Cattle Group Addresses mRNA Concerns; Concludes mCOOL for Beef Is Needed Adapted from a release by R-CALF USA Animal Agriculture Alliance Releases Updated Sustainability Impact Report in Advance of Earth Day Adapted from a release by Emily Solis, Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor for the Angus Journal.  For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

Rita Frazer reports from the Women In Ag Conference and speaks with Henry County Farm Bureau Manager Katie Laleman. Rita also talked with Hannah Thompson—Weeman, President and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. Jean Brokish discusses some of the programs available through American Farmland Trust. We meet Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame inductee Doug Aller from Berwyn. Joe Camp at Comstock Investments previews a new market week.

Food system outsiders are paving a path and it could be taking agriculture in the wrong direction. Ray Starling, former Special Assistant to the President for Agriculture and currently the General Counsel at the North Carolina Chamber and an Executive Advisor with Aimpoint Research shares the realities of the food system outsider problem and how we can protect our future. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza dives into the topics below with Ray: 1:39: Farmer vs food system outsider problem 5:42: Ah-ha moment and why be so public about this topic 8:37: Cultural trends impacting the problem 11:48: How the problem impacts public policy      13:38: How outsiders are leveraging the legal system 18:07: When's the right time to act 24:40: Is this a worldwide problem  26:16: Importance of exports    27:36: What part of agriculture is the most vulnerable to the problem   30:50: How can we bridge the gap between farmers vs food system outsiders 34:42: What is the process to fix the problem 40:18: How to safeguard the future of agriculture    42:00: How to protect animal agriculture from a national and international standpoint 42:56: How much time do we have to turn this problem around Special thanks to the Animal Agriculture Alliance for sponsoring this episode. Ray will be speaking at the Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit on May 4-5 in Arlington, VA. It is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, allied industries, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities, government agencies and media. Registration is available through May 1 at bit.ly/AAA23Summit. About the guest Ray Starling is an attorney, public policy professional, law professor, ag system thought leader, former Special Assistant to the President for Agriculture, and farm kid from Autryville, North Carolina with a tremendous passion for the agriculture industry.  With almost three decades of experience in navigating how public policy impacts farmers and agribusiness leaders, Ray has seen a lot, but readily admits we are in the midst of a new era of outside influence in agriculture.    In his role as Executive Advisor for Aimpoint Research, Ray Starling serves as invaluable resource on public policy and legal developments that have the potential to impact the agri-food value chain.  He continues to serve as general counsel for the NC Chamber of Commerce and president of the NC Chamber Legal Institute as well.  The NC Chamber is the leading business advocacy organization in North Carolina. Its core business is to work in the legislative, regulatory, and political arenas to proactively drive positive change, ensuring that North Carolina is one of the best places in the world to do business.  That work paid off recently when North Carolina was named by CNBC as “America's Top State for Business,” including agribusiness.    Prior to joining the NC Chamber team, Ray served as the Chief of Staff to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue where he coordinated execution of the Secretary's policy agenda for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. At the time, the agency employed over 100,000 public servants, and received a budget of over $160 billion annually.  Ray focused on regulatory and deregulatory initiatives and acted as a point of contact for stakeholders throughout agriculture and rural communities.   He has also served as the principal agriculture advisor to the President of the United States at the White House, as a staff member of the National Economic Council.  Ray has served as chief of staff, lead agriculture advisor, and chief counsel for U.S. Senator Thom Tillis, and was general counsel to Tillis when Tillis was Speaker of the House in the North Carolina legislature. Early in his career, Ray was general counsel to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, serving alongside the state's beloved elected Commissioner of Agriculture, Steven Troxler.  Licensed to practice law in North Carolina, Ray has private practice experience and has taught agricultural and food law for several years. He has a bachelor's degree in agricultural education from North Carolina State University (magna cum laude) and a law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (with honors). He grew up on a Century Farm in southeastern North Carolina and credits that experience as having more to do with his career path than any other influence or opportunity. His parents continue to farm as does his eldest brother. Ray was a National FFA Officer and is a former 4-H member. He has received numerous honors and awards during his career, including being selected for a Marshall Memorial Fellowship, the flagship leadership development program of the German Marshall Fund.    He has spoken to hundreds of audiences across the United States, and is known for his folksy storytelling style, and perhaps for his southern accent, all combined with insightful information that drives audience members to think about how we navigate the turbulent future of agriculture.    Ray resides in Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife, Dr. Tina Starling, and daughter, Victoria.  This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a new, condensed version of Dairy Stream that takes the long episode and covers just the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interests you, listen to the full episode on March 22.  Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza talked with Ray Starling, former Special Assistant to the President for Agriculture and currently the General Counsel at the North Carolina Chamber and an Executive Advisor with Aimpoint Research about the food system outsider problem and how we can protect the future of agriculture.   Special thanks to the Animal Agriculture Alliance for sponsoring this episode. Ray will be speaking at the Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit on May 4-5 in Arlington, VA. It is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, allied industries, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities, government agencies and media. Registration is available through May 1 at bit.ly/AAA23Summit. About the guest Ray Starling is an attorney, public policy professional, law professor, ag system thought leader, former Special Assistant to the President for Agriculture and farm kid from North Carolina. With almost three decades of experience in navigating how public policy impacts farmers and agribusiness leaders, Ray has seen a lot, but readily admits we are in the midst of a new era of outside influence in agriculture. He is currently the General Counsel at the North Carolina Chamber and also an Executive Advisor with Aimpoint Research.   This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Summary of “Animal Rights Activism Trends to Look Out for in 2023” by Animal Agriculture Alliance, published by Aashish Khimasia on February 23, 2023 on The Effective Altruism Forum. A blog-post by a member of the Animal Agriculture Alliance (AAA) has identified several trends in animal rights activism that they project for 2023. These trends are likely to be causes for concern for the animal agriculture industry, and the piece was written to make AAA supporters aware of them. Recognising these trends and identifying the views held on these animal advocacy tactics by proponents of animal agriculture may provide advocates with valuable insights. In this post, I list the key trends identified by the article and bullet point tactics highlighted by the article which are of particular interest. I'm thankful to “The Cranky Vegan” for bringing this article to my attention through their linked video. Linking CAFOs to negative human and environmental health Drawing attention to the detrimental effects of CAFOs (concentrated animal feeding operations) to human and environmental health Using historical precedents of CAFOs being charged in court such as in North Carolina and Seattle in messaging Exploring cases where ethnic minorities have experienced disproportionate negative health impacts of CAFOs This strategy may create opposition to CAFOs from individuals and organisations that may not be compelled by animal-focused driven arguments, and could be further integrated into outreach and media messaging. Referring to historical precedents of CAFOs being charged with breaching environmental regulations may help to legitimise messaging against them. The use of undercover footage in court and media Using undercover footage from factory farms to motivate arguments in court that such operations engage in unfair competition, false advertising, market distortion and fraud Using undercover footage from factory farms pressure retailers to cut ties with such farms Using undercover footage from animal rescue missions from factory farms as evidence against charges of trespassing and theft The continued and increased use of undercover footage from factory farms is clearly concerning for animal agriculture, given the extensive efforts to block this such as through so called Ag-gag laws. However, the suppression of undercover footage from factory farms may lead to increased media attention on these items and public scrutiny on the conditions of factory farms. Indeed, in a recent case, Direct Action Everywhere activists who were being prosecuted after liberating piglets from a Smithfield Foods farm and releasing footage from their mission, were acquitted by the jury, despite the judge blocking the jury from viewing the footage taken. The aforementioned ways in which undercover footage may be used to aid the acquittal of activists, challenge farms in court and pressure retailers to cut ties with farms highlight the potency of combining undercover footage with legal action. Prioritising Youth Engagement Engaging young people in programmes that rival agricultural programmes like FFA and 4-H Fostering social disapproval of animal product consumption and normalising plant-based foods in classrooms, presenting the suffering caused by factory farming in an emotive way Educating young people and creating a shift in culture towards empathy, through recognising the suffering caused by animal agriculture and normalising plant-based foods, may challenge the image that animal agriculture is trying to maintain. This may be an important factor in changing consumption habits of future generations. Deconstructing legal personhood The use of the writ of habeas corpus, a right that protects against unlawful and indefinite imprisonment, as a way to challenge the legal personhood of animals by the Nonhuman Rights ...

In this DairyVoice episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience interviews Hannah Thompson-Weeman of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. They discuss the challenges of handling media, animal activist groups and the need for a plan. Hannah details how farmers can face these challenges and the importance of communication. Several very useful disaster planning resources to the dairy farmer are detailed throughout the episode.

1-12-23 AJ DailyCattlemen Will Continue to Reap Quality Rewards in 2023Adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef AFBF Signs Right to Repair Memorandum of Understanding with John Deere Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation Registration Now Open for Animal Agriculture Alliance's 2023 Stakeholders Summit Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance Get a Head Start on Ag Sector Trends for 2023 at USDA's 99th Agricultural Outlook Forum Adapted from a release by the USDA Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

More disaster relief is on the way for 2020 and 2021 crops. We visit with the Animal Agriculture Alliance at the American Farm Bureau convention in Puerto Rico. Hopefully Texas cattle producers will be rebuilding thinned out herds in 2023. Although parts of Texas have had some rain, hay supplies are short. We'll have those stories and more on this episode of Texas Ag Today.

12-16-22 AJ DailyTell CAB Who You Think Represents Beef ExcellenceAdapted from a release by Certified Angus Beef New Holiday Beef TV Ads Dare You Not to Laugh Adapted from a release by the Cattlemen's Beef Board “Yellowstone” Creator Taylor Sheridan to Speak at Annual Cattle Industry Convention Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Tyne Morgan Returns as Moderator for Animal Agriculture Alliance 2023 Stakeholders Summit Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

Kelsey Theis crowned 2022-2023 Miss American AngusAdapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications NCBA Welcomes Comment Extension for Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association USPOULTRY to match donations to Animal Agriculture Alliance on Giving Tuesday Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance 

Today's update includes an introduction to American Angus Association board of director candidate, Roger Wann (https://www.angusjournal.net/about-8-6); information about the NCBA defending interstate commerce for livestock producers (https://www.ncba.org/ncba-news/news-releases/news/details/31683/ncba-joins-nppc-in-defending-interstate-commerce-for-livestock-producers); an announcement about the theme of the 2023 Animal Agriculture Alliance's Stakeholders Summit (https://animalagalliance.org/resource/join-the-animal-agriculture-alliance-as-partners-in-progress-at-2023-stakeholders-summit/); and world agricultural supply and demand estimates (https://www.usda.gov/oce/commodity/wasde/wasde1022.pdf). 

8-26-22 AJ DailyAssociation Perspective: A New Lease on LifeAdapted from an article by David Gazda, American Angus Association Cattle Industry Convention Looking for New Talent Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Court Grants Agriculture Coalition Intervention in Gray Wolf Lawsuit Adapted from a release by Public Lands Council Animal Agriculture Alliance Releases 2022 Stakeholders Summit Recordings Adapted from a release by Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

Hannah Thompson-Weeman is the president and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. Since 1987, the Alliance has been safeguarding the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap between the farm and food communities. Hannah's work includes developing a plan of action for when protestors strike and fighting misinformation in anti-meat narrative campaigns.  Episode Credits: Thank you to all who've made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work. Today's podcast is sponsored by Alec's Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus, they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.  Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out. Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

7-5-22 AJ DailyColeman Angus to Donate 2023 Angus Foundation Heifer PackageAdapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications Chairman David Scott Announces Farm Bill Listening Session in Washington Adapted from a release by the House Ag Committee Grace Platte Joins Animal Agriculture Alliance Team Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

In the agriculture industry, there has never been a more critical time to tell our story to consumers. President and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance, Hannah Thompson Weeman, is a professional when it comes to properly educating the public about production agriculture.

The Supreme Court will hear arguments this fall regarding California's Proposition 12—which creates new rules for different products such as swine, veal calves and eggs in California.

5-24-22 AJ DailyInnovative Cover Crops for GrazingAdapted from an article by Heather Smith Thomas for Angus Beef Bulletin Abby Kornegay Joins Animal Agriculture Alliance as Manager, Issues and Engagement Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance Cattle on Feed Report Adapted from a release by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

Next month the Animal Agriculture Alliance will be under the leadership of a new president and CEO. The Alliance, a decades-old consortium of trade associations, companies and other stakeholder groups in the food animal sector, recently announced the promotion of Hannah Thompson-Weeman, the organization's current vice president of strategic engagement, following the departure of its longtime president, Kay Johnson Smith. Johnson Smith, who has served as president and CEO across three decades, is joining the executive leadership team at Dairy MAX, a regional dairy council representing farmers in eight states in the southern and southwestern U.S. In this episode, we talk with Thompson-Weeman about the mission of the Alliance, how the societal conversation regarding animal welfare has evolved over the past 30 years, and her vision for the future of the organization.

Animal activists have become more active over the past few years. Hannah Thompson-Weeman is the vice president of strategic engagement for Animal Agriculture Alliance. She tells Stephanie Hoff about the latest tactics employed by animal rights extremist organizations, including attempts to disrupt supply chains, pressure restaurant and retail brands, and pass legislation impacting animal ag. She also shares how the ag community can effectively engage influencers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3-29-22 AJ DailyFencing Troubleshooting ToolsAdapted from a release by Heather Smith Thomas for Angus Beef Bulletin NFU Supports Revised Cattle Market Legislation Adapted from a release by Lyndsey Medsker, National Farmers Union Senators Release Updated Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency ActAdapted from a release by Lia Biondo, U.S. Cattlemen's Association Hannah Thompson-Weeman Named President and CEO of Animal Agriculture Alliance Adapted from a release by Emily Solis, Animal Agriculture Alliance Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

CCA is proud to be a member of the Animal Agriculture Alliance, a nonprofit organization with the mission to safeguard the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap between farm and food communities. Katie caught up with the Hannah Thompson-Weeman, the Alliance's Vice President for Strategic Engagement to share what the Alliance does, including their work on protecting agriculture from extreme animal rights activists. Hear Hannah's advice on what to do if an activist comes into contact with you or your operation and learn more about the Alliance at https://animalagalliance.org

2-7-22 AJ DailyWorth the Work and the CostAdapted from an article by Miranda Reiman, Angus Journal Minnesota Cattleman Becomes New NCBA President Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Animal Agriculture Alliance Welcomes New Board Leadership and Representatives Adapted from a release by the Animal Agriculture Alliance CattleFax Forecasts Positive Profitability Trends in 2022 Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal.  For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. 

The Animal Agriculture Alliance brings together farmers, ranchers, processors and others to safeguard the future of animal agriculture. Staffers Emily Solis and Grace Platte share more about their mission and how they work to advocate for farmers and ranchers.

North American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak talks with Hannah Thompson-Weeman.Founded in 1987, the Animal Agriculture Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that brings together farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, animal feed companies, animal health companies, processors, allied associations and others involved in getting food from the farm to our forks!Visit https://northamericanag.com/exhibitors/animal-ag-alliance or https://animalagalliance.org/​ to learn more. North American Ag Spotlight videos are meant to help producers, and those involved in agribusiness learn about the products, services, events and media that are available in our great agricultural industry. Brought to you by NorthAmericanAg.com and ChrissyWozniak.com. Visit us at https://northamericanag.com​, and https://chrissywozniak.com​.This episode is sponsored by Energrow, learn more at https://energrow.caIf you ate today, thank a farmer!The Women in Agribusiness (WIA) Summit annually convenes over 800 of the country's female agribusiness decision-makers. The 2022 WIA Summit, September 26-28 in Dallas, TX includes presentations from Cargill's Corporate Senior Vice President, Animal Health & Nutrition, Ruth Kimmelshue; Marco Orioli, VP of Global Grain & Processing for EMEA, CHS; and Brooke Appleton of the NCGA. Learn more at https://agr.fyi/wia_register. FIRA USA 18-20 OCT. 2022 (FRESNO-CA): The only 3-day event dedicated to the California and North America market for autonomous agriculture and agricultural robotics solutions.Learn More at https://agr.fyi/fira

In this bonus episode Samantha chats with three other graduate students in the Department of Animal Sciences at Auburn University in honor of International Women's Day. This fun conversation with Maggie Justice, Micayla West, and Laura Yoder spans discussions on how they each got started in an agricultural related field, their experiences as women in animal sciences, the women in their lives that have impacted them most, and so much more! This episode is a long one, but also is one that was so incredibly fun to record and I hope you all enjoy listening to it equally as much. The following are some of the various people and resources we talk about in the episode: For more information regarding the Virtual Roundtable discussion "Empowering Women in Agriculture" on March 12th, 2021 at 1 pm CT. For more information on Dr. Temple Grandin and her work For more on Jennifer Sirangelo and her role as President and CEO of the National 4-H Council. For more on Kay Johnson Smith and her role as President and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. For more information on Dr. Susan Duckett from Clemson University and her work. For more information on Dr. Kim Mullenix from Auburn University and her work. For more information on Virginia Hanson and her work at Iowa State University. For more on Dr. Gretchen Mafi and her work at Oklahoma State University. For more on Dr. Michelle Schroeder-Moreno and her work at NC State University. For more on Dr. Lindsay Starkey and her work at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. For more on Dr. Carolyn Huntington and her work at Auburn University. Also make sure to follow the podcast's Instagram page, @actual_ag! DM us there any questions you may want to have answered in a future episode and be on the lookout for an upcoming giveaway. If you want, leave me a voice message with your questions about agriculture and they might just be included in an episode!

Our guest today is Casey Kinler with Animal Agriculture Alliance. Animal Ag Alliance is all about keeping everyone in animal agriculture on the same page as well as bridging the gap between farm and fork. Casey will explain the mission of Animal Ag Alliance, tips they give to livestock farmers, information on their Primed and Prepared Summit, and more. https://animalagalliance.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices