National Biodiesel Conference 2010

Thanks to Chuck Zimmerman for keeping all of us in the loop with respect to news coming out of this weeks 2010 Conference. It is good to see good news coming out of the conference, in particular I really liked the piece on the Direct Fuels Biodiesel | Cold Soak Soak Filtration Test.

What will the top 5 agricultural topics be in 2010?

Ok…I need your help… Today is one of those days where  I am looking for input. I have some ideas if I was to put a list together, but I really want to hear from the readers of this blog. I also think this would be good information for others too to follow-up on throughout [...]

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Mycotoxins in Coffee

Mycotoxins, (molds) were the hot topic last fall with the unusual wet weather and high moisture content in feed.
In 2010,sample volume continues to be high for this type of analysis at Midwest Laboratories as more and more people are trying to buy/sell a quality product.
Now we are hearing cases of mycotoxins in coffee beans and [...]

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Making your own pet treats

Do any of you make your own pet treats?
I have received a number of questions from clients who are wanting to know the nutritional value of the treats they make.  I decided to see if I could find out how popular it is to make your own pet treats.

I came across this site, http://www.dogtreatkitchen.com . [...]

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Are you celebrating tweets?

Is twitter about celebrating tweets or being more real?
Celebrating Tweets in Twitter
I saw a company this week celebrating tweets. They posted their 600th tweet and were celebrating this fact. I guess I missed that celebration some time ago… I am not sure too many people would care.
Be careful about falling in love with technology… What [...]

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What is the most effective Social Media Platform for companies?

Which social media platform do you feel is most effective? Share your thoughts  and comments.

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Why does redbox work?

What is it about redbox that work? Convenience, easy to get to. What is the appeal to clients?
Client Perspective

It starts with the price, $1.00 per day.
Conveniently located at Walgreens stores, convenience stores, inside grocery stores.
The latest movies.
Convenience of checking availability at home.

Business Perspective

Also, you don’t have to pay someone’s wages to rent videos [...]

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Giving Clients more value added service

Looking for some added value…
Seeking great service and something extra..
Seeking to make a difference…
Where does all this lead?…Is it just words or can the client really see this…What is this???
Clients are continually checking out the people and services at Midwest Laboratories.
“This” is a loaded word.
Service, Analysis, Turnaround time, supplies, live phone call, professionally [...]

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Attending the Nebraska Agri-Business Exposition

Today the Tradeshow opens at the Nebraska Agri-Business Show.  If you are a grower, farmer or supporter of agriculture, stop by and attend this event at the Qwest Center – Omaha.  The show started ysterday with re-certification courses and continues today and tomorrow. Its a great show to attend with a number of very good [...]

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Is your business like a drive thru?

When you, the consumer drive through a drive-thru business: bank, fast-food restaurant, pharmacy, what do you expect:
Quick Turnaround time | Correct Order | Receipt | Friendly Service
But Sometimes…

As you leave if something is wrong like the incorrect order, less than friendly service and/or long wait..the experience is awful and most of the time, we do [...]

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