The agriculture industry is one of the most active on Twitter!
There’s a lot going on every day in agriculture, all around the world. From the latest industry news to daily events, you should make sure that you’re in the know.
Not sure where to start? No need to worry – we have researched the top agriculture industry influencers on Twitter to keep you informed. Get cracking!
Bayer CropScience Careers
Bayer CropScience (@BCSCACareers) is not only the leading crop production company but they also hire students and new grads for tons of opportunities from entry level sales job to environmental roles. They’re a great place to hatch a career and their Twitter account is a great place to stay updated on industry trends and opportunities!
‘Tis the season for tractor pulls! Are you going to any local events this summer? http://t.co/nQCqNhNpHs
— BCSCACareers (@BCSCACareers) July 8, 2013
Canadian Young Farmers Forum
@CYFF is all about providing educational information, networking opportunities, and development insights to young farmers in the agriculture industry. They base their goals around three “E’s”: educate, empower and energize. Stay aware of everything you need to know as a student or new grad heading into the agriculture industry by following their Twitter account!
have you seen the “agriculture is …” video from the 2013 AGM? http://t.co/RBJeaZk5FV via @AgMoreThanEver
— CYFF (@CYFF) May 28, 2013
Our greatest challenge today is: how to feed more people sustainably? http://t.co/VoBiybCk5N #ag
— Syngenta Canada (@syngentacanada) June 4, 2013
i2agriculture
If you want to stay on top of news, data, trends, and analysis in the Agriculture industry, @i2agriculture is the Twitter influencer to follow. Based in LA, they bring together global information from Industry Intelligence and share it through their Twitter account daily.
World #beer production hits record high of 50.9 billion gallons in 2011, up 3.7% from 2010. http://t.co/X5j0EjJc
— i2agriculture (@i2agriculture) August 20, 2012
Price for corn, wheat & soybeans settling higher again with no relief in sight from #drought blanketing farming states. http://t.co/eY5CAhs8
— i2agriculture (@i2agriculture) August 20, 2012
Ontario Agriculture
Keep up-to-date of all the great things going on in Ontario’s agriculture by following @OntAg! Based out of Ontario, their Twitter account will provide local and national highlights.
#OntAg Job: Area Marketing Manager North America ~ GRODAN Group ~ #Milton #Ontario http://t.co/dDMOqx4sdC @Grodan
— Ontario Agriculture (@OntAg) July 10, 2013
Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program @AALP Proves Valuable, New Study Suggests http://t.co/NK5N7VsS0b #ontag
— Ontario Agriculture (@OntAg) July 10, 2013
Farmers Of Canada
@FarmersOfCanada is a pretty eggs-traordinary Twitter account. They run their Twitter feed by having a new farmer each week from coast-to-coast take over and tweet for them. This “feature farmer” gives followers an inside look into the day-today activities of farming and also answer any questions a follower may have about their career.
I would love to answer any questions you have about what I do. I am hoping this week will be very interactive. Don’t be afraid to ask
— Farmers of Canada (@FarmersOfCanada) July 15, 2013
Future Agriculture Business Builders
@FABB_Network is a group of young, agricultural leaders based out of Alberta who use their Twitter account to encourage industry success by educating and networking! They tweet about anything from agriculture developments to industry events that you should know about.
Wondering why you should care about politics? Come hear @TonyJeglum at #rockthefarm13 speak a put how politics affects young farmers.
— FutureAgBizBuilders (@FABB_Network) January 3, 2013
Young people are coming back to the farm http://t.co/VfhRTsB2
— CYFF (@CYFF) January 3, 2013
Agriculture More Than Ever
@AgMoreThanEver’s goal is to improve the perceptions of Canadian agriculture and promote what the industry has to offer society. They use an interactive method to get conversations going amongst others in the industry and to enlighten the world on what is happening in agriculture. Get following and be amazed!
Here’s a great #AgFact for everyone at #BeefInnovations13 pic.twitter.com/Bk9S6XZcfz
— Ag More Than Ever (@AgMoreThanEver) July 15, 2013
Want one more reason to love your #FarmersMarket? Check this out: pic.twitter.com/IBAH5cxejU
— Ag More Than Ever (@AgMoreThanEver) July 11, 2013
The Western Producer
Just like their Twitter bio says the @westernproducer is, “Canada’s best source for agriculture news.” All students and new grads heading into the agriculture industry should follow this account ASAP to brush up and keep up on industry trends, news, and important developments!
Sask., Ottawa settle Lake Lenore water dispute http://t.co/3xiDu4jvBP
— The Western Producer (@westernproducer) July 12, 2013
Cattle ID has proven value for consumers, producers, says agency http://t.co/0z9VjlPwJU
— The Western Producer (@westernproducer) July 11, 2013
WorldAgForum
@WorldAgForum is focused on empowering agriculture around the globe! They tweet about industry happenings with the goal in mind of keeping society involved and excited about what the industry is doing. They’re the perfect account to follow on Twitter for global and national industry information.
“Price Increases Fuel Fears of Food ‘Crises’” — Financial Times — Javier Blas — June 15 –http://tinyurl.com/2g2hll5
— WorldAgForum (@WorldAgForum) June 17, 2010
“City Slickers Take to the Crops, With Song” – NY Times – May 28, 2010 – http://tinyurl.com/27jw628
— WorldAgForum (@WorldAgForum) July 1, 2010
Who do you follow on Twitter to keep updated on the Agriculture industry? Share with us by posting a comment below!
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