Doug Downs, President
The days are finally getting shorter. Not something I would have said when I was younger, let alone get excited about. It gives me a chance to reflect on everything that’s happened this spring. And what a whirlwind spring it was. It could have been worse, has been worse, and probably will be way worse in the future. From someone who is “solar powered” like me (I work as long as the sun is shining) the shortening days are a reminder that there’s a lot to get ready for before harvest….which is right around the corner.
I was pleasantly surprised to have a member stop me the other day and said he always reads my article. I wasn’t sure anyone read it. But it’s nice to know you do. We are currently discussing the future direction of this monthly publication. The costs associated are getting very high, but we are looking at other ways of offsetting that cost. We are also looking at other delivery methods such as electronic versions. We welcome your feedback and encourage you to contact the office with your feedback.
If you are currently getting this newsletter and are NOT getting the Monday morning email update, please call the office to get your name on the list. That Monday morning update is full of content and has electronic links to many other things with just the click or tap of a button. Plus it’s fresh news. Don’t miss it. If you’re skimming over it, I challenge you to take the time to open it every Monday and read through it. I promise you there is something in there you are interested in or news you need to know and you don’t want to miss it.
Please check out the calendar for the meetings we have scheduled the rest of the summer. A lot of valuable information will be available with a chance to ask some very knowledgeable people questions regarding a lot of hot topics facing all of us. Plus you may get a better grasp on things you may not know a lot about, but always wanted to. It’s one more way your farm bureau membership equates to real value.
Sincerely,
Doug Downs
