Summarizes suggestions from a Toronto newspaper news editor about ways in which the agriculture sector can serve the information needs of mass media more effectively.
Andries Gouws of the South African publication, Landbou weekblad, is recognized by the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists for winning the 2005 IFAJ photo contest for a photograph of a relaxing moment at a cattle show.
Swedish journalist Gunilla Ander is recognized by the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists for winning the new international Star Prize writing contest for the best on-farm production story. Title: "Keith Holmes wants to sell milk to Europe."
Author summarizes highlights of the history of the New Zealand Guild of Agricultural Journalists and Communicators, as well as current activities and progress.
Cites results of an IFAJ survey indicating the involvement of women in agricultural journalism, internationally, and participation of agricultural public relations professionals and communicators as well as agricultural journalists.
