Communication agencies.

5METACOM

630 West Carmel Dr, Suite 180, Carmel, IN 46032;

317/580-7540, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.5metacom.com

Year established: 1977

Number of employees: 28

Pres: Chris Wirthwein

Mktg Mgr: Bernie Pesut ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Patty Travis ([e-mail])

PR Dir: Mike King ([e-mail])

Acct Exec: Jason Williams ([e-mail])

Acct Exec: Marty Schmidt ([e-mail])

ACHIEVA, INC,

PO Box 311, Zionsville, IN 46077; 317/873-3418,

888/201-6021, FAX: [phone]

Washington, DC--Sara Wyant, 202/547-5586,

e-mail: [e-mail]; St. Charles, IL--630/443-3257;

St. Louis--Dan Holman,

636/745-1079, e-mail: [e-mail];

Chicago--Kimberly Mulcahy, 630/393-0732

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.achievainc.com

Year established: 1996

Pres: Terry Henderson ([e-mail])

ADCULTURE GROUP INC.

15901 Post Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55391;

952/449-5757

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.adculture.com

Pres: Pierre Doyon ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Merry Johnson ([e-mail])

Group Acct Dir/New Bus Contact: Jim Gresham ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Doug Anderson

Controller: Mauro Pambianso

ADFARM

333 24 Ave S.W., Suite 250, Calgary, AB T2S 3E6;

403/410-7600, FAX: [phone]

105 E. 5th St, Suite 301, Kansas City, MO 64106;

150 Research Ln, Suite 225, Guelph, ON N1G 4T2;

1010 N. 10th St, Suite 310, Fargo, ND 58102

Web site: www.adfarmonline.com

Year established: 1984

Number of employees: 75

Pres: Kim McConnell ([e-mail])

Client Svcs, Calgary: Bob Corrigan ([e-mail])

Client Svcs, Fargo: Roger Reierson ([e-mail])

Client Svcs, Guelph: Len Kahn ([e-mail])

Client Svcs, Kansas City: Scott Kurfman ([e-mail])

Creative Dir: Glenn Dawes ([e-mail])

PR Dir: Ben Graham ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Case IH Dealers, 1978; Kurtz Produce Inc. (projects), 2001; UFA (projects), 2003; Wil-Rich (projects), 2003; Agrium (projects), 2003; American Crystal Sugar, 1999; AT Plastics, 2001; Bayer Animal Health-Canada, 2000; Bayer CropScience Canada, 1985; Bayer CropScience U.S., 2000; BeefBooster, 1998; Brandt Manufacturing, 1999; Bryan & Bryan, 2000; Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (projects), 2001; Canadian Charolais Association, 2001; Canadian Farm Business Management Council, 1999; Canadian Food Grains Bank, 1999; Canadian International Farm Equipment Show, 2003; Canadian Seed Growers' Association, 1985; Concord (CNH), 1994; Cultiva, 2003; Dow Agrosciences Canada, 1987; Flexi-Coil (CNH), 1989; George Morris Centre (projects), 2000; Gremada Industries (projects), 1999; Haybuster, 1995; Heartland Hybrids (projects), 2002; Intervet Canada (projects), 2002; Land O'Lakas Feeds-Canada (projects), 2000; Merial Canada Inc., 2002; Meyers Norris Penny & Co., 1996; Mycogen Seeds Canada, 1998; Nexera, 1999; Ontario Dairy Herd Improvement (projects), 1999; RBC Royal Bank, 1989; Secan, 2001; University of Guelph (projects), 2000

PR ag accts: Agrium (projects), 2003; American Crystal Sugar, 1999; AT Plastics, 2001; Bayer Animal Health-Canada, 2000; Bayer CropScience Canada, 1985; Bayer CropScience U.S., 2000; BeefBooster, 1998; Brandt Manufacturing, 1999; Bryan & Bryan, 2000; Canadian Cattle Identification Agency (projects), 2001; Canadian Charolais Association, 2001; Canadian Farm Business Management Council, 1999; Canadian Food Grains Bank, 1999; Canadian International Farm Equipment Show, 2003; Canadian Seed Growers' Association, 1985; Concord (CNH), 1994; Cultiva, 2003; Dow Agrosciences Canada, 1987; Flexi-Coil (CNH), 1989; George Morris Centre (projects), 2000; Gremada Industries (projects), 1999; Haybuster, 1995; Heartland Hybrids (projects), 2002; Intervet Canada (projects), 2002; Land O'Lakes Feeds-Canada (projects), 2000; Merial Canada Inc., 2002; Meyers Norris Penny & Co., 1996; Mycogen Seeds Canada, 1998; Nexera, 1999; Ontario Dairy Herd Improvement (projects), 1999; RBC Royal Bank, 1989; Secan, 2001; University of Guelph (projects), 2000; Imperial Oil (projects), 1990; Pioneer Hi-Bred (projects), 1997

AD-RITR CREATIVE SERVICES

404 Primrose Dr, Hudson, IA 50643; 319/988-9838,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.ad-ritr.com

Year established: 1996

Owner: Brenda Kruse ([e-mail])

AGMARK

1151 N. Harrison, St. Louis, MO 63122;

314/984-0275, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.agmark.net

Year established: 1997

Number of employees: 1

Pres: Gary R. Nichols ([e-mail])

AGRAMERICA

13400 Shaker Blvd, Suite 206, Cleveland, OH

44120; 216/752-0233, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Wab site: www.agramerica.com

Year established: 1992

Pres: Tom Koberna ([e-mail])

Ad ag asets: C&P Press (projects), 2000; Kincaid Inc. (Demosan, TerraneB), 1996; Naturize Biosciences Inc. (Equity), 2002 (all Tom Koberna)

PR ag accts: C&P Press (projects), 2000; Kincaid Inc. (Demosan, TerraneB), 1996; Naturize Biosciences Inc. (Equity), 2002 (all Tom Koberna)

AGRIBUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS GROUP

123 Weatherhill Pointe, Carrboro, NC 27510;

919/933-2327, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.abc-group.net

Year established: 1994

Number of emp]oyees: 1

Pres: Jim Haskins ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Export Leaf Tobacco Co. (projects), 1997; F.W. Rickard Seeds (projects), 2001; Gas Fired Products Inc. (projects), 2000; Gold Leaf Seed Co., 1995; SQM North America (projects), 1999 (all Jira Haskins a/e)

PR ag accts: Gas Fired Products Inc. (projects), 2000; Gold Leal Seed Co., 1995; SQM North America (projects), 1999; Smithfield Foods (projects), 2000; Harmony Products Inc. (projects), 2003; Insect Biotechnology Inc. (projects), 2001; NC Agribusiness Council (projects), 2002; Neuse Crop Management, 1998; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Co. (projects), 1997; Turfgrass Council of NC (projects), 2002 (all Jim Haskins a/e)

PR farmer-funded accts: Cotton Incorporated (projects), 2000; East Carolina Farm Credit (projects), 2002; NC Christmas Tree Assn. (projects), 1997; NC Cotton Producers Assn. (projects), 1998; NC SweetPotato Commission (projects), 1996; NC Watermelon Assn. (pro)ects), 2002; Tobacco Growers Assn. of NC (projects), 1994 (all Jim Haskins a/e)

ARCHER>MALMO

65 Union Ave, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38103;

901/523-2000, 800/535-8943, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.archermalmo.com

Year established: 1952

Number of employees: 95

Pres: Russ Williams ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Gary Backaus

([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: David Dasenbrock ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Wes Meador ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Heather Collins

Controller: Rose Stemmons

Acct Supervisor: Amanda Dame ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Valent Biosciences, 2002 (Courtney Hutton); Valent U.S.A. Corp., 2001 (Pete Montgomery, Molly Okeon, Amanda Dame); Cargill Cotton, 1982 (Stephanie Riggs)

PR ag accts: Valent Biosciences, 2002 (Amanda Dame, Courtney Hutton; Molly Okeon; Gentry Brann); Valent U.S.A. Corp., 2001 (Molly Okeon, Gentry Brann, Brandy Craig, Amanda Dame)

ARMSTRONG|SHANK

PO Box 16719, Wichita, KS 67216; 316/522-3000,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.armstrongshank.com

Year established: 1981

Number of employees: 12

Pres/CEO: Susan Armstrong ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Ed Shank ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Steve Alves ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Carol Lujano ([e-mail])

Controller: Kathie Bowles ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Kennedy and Coe (consulting services), 1998 (Alan Burkett); Farm Credit Bank of Wichita (financial services), 1995; Mountain Plains Farm Credit Services (financial services), 1995 (both Steve Alves); Kansas Wheat Commission, 2001 (Barb Jobe)

PR ag accts: Kansas Wheat Commission, 2001 (Barb Jobe)

AYRES KAHLER

(See advertisement in this issue)

6800 Normal Blvd, Uncoln, NE 68506;

402/441-4700, FAX: [phone]

7735 South 134th St, Suite 101, Omaha, NE 68138

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.ayreskahler.com

Year established: 1946

Number of employees: 35

Pres: Mick Sibbel ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Bob Mormann ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Karen Brokaw ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Bev Kahler ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: DTN Ag Companies (projects), 2002; Firestone Ag Tires (projects), 1996 (both Lynn Sabbara); Valmont Irrigation, 1961 (Mick Sibbel); Hoegemeyer Hybrids, 2000; Triton Genetics, 2002 (both Danelle Myer); Reeource 21, LLC, 2003 (Lynn Sabbara); Baldwin Filters, 2003 (Mick Sibbel)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Farmers Choice, 2000 (Karen Brokaw)

PR ag accts: Hoegemeyer Hybrids, 2000; Triton Genetics, 2002 (both Danelle Myer); Resource 21, LLC, 2003 (Lynn Sabbara); Baldwin Filters, 2003 (Mick Sibbel)

PR farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Soybean Board (projects), 1997 (Karen Brokaw)

BADER RUTTER & ASSOCIATES, INC.

(See advertisement in this section)

13845 Bishop's Ct, Brookfield, WI 53005;

262/784-7200, FAX: [phone]

Branch office: 825 M St, Suite 200, Lincoln, NE

68508; 402/434-5307, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.baderrutter.com

Year established: 1974

Number of employees: 130

Pres: Greg Nickerson ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Mike McCabe ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Irene Hindman ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Jacci Buehl ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Wendy Donnelly

Controller: Bobbi Gutierrez

Ad ag accts: Dairy Business Assn, 2001; Dow AgroSciences, 1981; IMC Global, 1993; Lange-Stegmann, 2000; Merial, 2000; Mycogen Seeds, 1998

PR ag accts: Dairy Business Assn, 2001; Dow AgroSciences, 1981; IMC Global, 1993; Lange-Stegmann, 2000; Merial, 2000; Mycogen Seeds, 1998

BAILEY LAUERMAN *

900 Wells Fargo Ctr, Lincoln, NE 68508-1460;

402/475-2800, 800/869-0411, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.baileylauerman.com

Year established: 1970

BALCOM-VETILLO DESIGN, INC.

529 E. Lecust, DeKalb, IL 60115-3328;

815/756-3216, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.balcom-vetillo.com

Year established: 1989

Number of employees: 5

Pres: Mike Balcom-Vetillo

Ag Creative Dir: Chris Swedberg

Ad ag accts: AGCO Parts (projects), 1995; Cady Inc., 2000; Ajinomoto Heartland, 1999; Engineered Storage Products (Harvestore, Slurrystore) (projects), 1989 (all Mike Balcom-Vetillo)

PR ag accts: Ajinomoto Heartland, 1999; Engineered Storage Products (Harvestore, Slurrystore) (projects), 1989 (both Mike Balcom-Vetillo)

BASS ADVERTISING & ASSOCIATES

815 Nebraska St, Sioux City, IA 68776;

712/277-3450, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.bassadvertising.com

Year established: 1975

Pres: Will Bass ([e-mail])

Acct Mgr: Tonya Vakulskas ([e-mail])

BIGGS/GILMORE COMMUNICATIONS

261 E. Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007;

269/349-7711, 877/317-9264, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.biggs-gilmore.com

Year established: 1973

Number of employees: 72

Principal: Gerard Miron ([e-mail])

Creative Dir: Marino Puhalj

Creative Dir: Andy Gould

Ag Media Buyer: Tom Duncan

HR Mgr: Stephanie Kennedy

Ad ag accts: Pfizer Animal Health, 2003 (Gerard Miron)

BLASDEL CLEAVER SCHWALBE

250 Richards Rd, #105, Kansas City, MO 64116;

816/218-6831, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.bcsthinktank.com

Year established: 2003

Number of employees: 7

Partner: Illinois Blasdel ([e-mail])

Partner: Leigh Ann Cleaver ([e-mail])

Partner: Kelly Schwalbe (kelly@bcsthinktank,com)

Ad ag accts: AMVAC Chemical Corporation (crop protection, animal health), 2003; Foliar Nutrients Inc. (Dual Phos) (projects), 2003; MachineryLink Inc., 2003

PR ag accts: AMVAC Chemical Corporation (crop protection, animal health), 2003; Foliar Nutrients Inc. (Dual Phos) (projects), 2003; MachineP/Link Inc., 2003; Tessendulo Kerley (N-Sure) (projects), 2003

BODKIN ASSOCIATES

1555 West Oak St, Suite 100, Zionsville, IN

46077-1846; 317/733-1555, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.teambodkin.com

Year established: 1990

Number of employees: 10

Pres: Clyde Bodkin

Ag Creative Dir: Scott Weber

Dir New Bus Dev: Jira Walton ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Patricia Salmeron

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Deb Colton

Ad ag accts: Dow AgroSciences (projects), (Deb Colton); Indiana Statewide Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives (projects); National FFA Foundation (projects); National FFA Organization (projects), (all Jim Walton)

PR ag accts: Indiana Statewide Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives (projects); National FFA Foundation (projects); National FFA Organization (projects), (all Jim Walton)

BOLING ASSOCIATES ADVERTISING

5100 N. Sixth St, Suite 120, Fresno, CA 93710;

559/244-4922, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.bolingassociates.com

Year established: 1980

Number of employees: 4

Pres: Brad Boling ([e-mail])

VP/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Jan Boling ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Genaro Gonzalez ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Jennifer Collins ([e-mail])

BRIGHTON AGENCY, INC.

349 Marshall Ave, Suite 100, Saint Louis, MO

63119; 314/961-9393, 800/259-8617,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.brightonusa.com

Year established: 1989

Number of emptoyees: 60

Pres/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Roger Yount ([e-mail])

COO/HR Mgr: William Schafer ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Tim Farthing ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Scott A Morehead ([e-mail])

Controller: Sandra Coons

Ad ag accts: Missouri Dept. of Agriculture (Agri Missouri), 2001; Reyal Canin, N.A. (small animal nutrition), 1989; Sundowner Trailers (all trailer advertising) (projects), 1998; Tri-Pro Specialties (all fertilizer advertising) (projects), 1999; BASF (Pix Plus, Facet, Prowl, Pursuit, Cadre, Clarity, Paramount, Clearfield Seed, Counter, Thimet, Headline, Assert, Avenge, Rezult, Pix Ultra), 1997

PR ag accts: BASF (Pix Plus, Facet, Prowl, Pursuit, Cadre, Clarity, Paramount, Clearfield Seed, Counter, Thimet, Headline, Assert, Avenge, Rezult, Pix Ultra), 1997; Missouri Dept. of Agriculture (Agri Missouri), 2001

PR farmer-funded accts: National Corn Growers Association (projects), 1999 (World of Corn)

BRITAIN RANDEL MANGELSDORF

ADVERTISING, INC.

6811 W. 63rd St, Suite 206, Overland Park, KS

66202; 913/722-4600, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.brmadvertising.com

Year established: 1995

Number of employees: 7

Ag Creative Dir/Partner: Bob Britain ([e-mail])

Partner: Rod Randel

Ag Creative Dir/Partner: Ed Mangelsdorf

Ag Media Dir: Margi Ainsworth

BRUSH ART CORP.

343 W. Hwy 24, Downs, KS 67437; 785/454-3383,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.brushart.com

Year established: 1962

Number of employees: 17

Pres: Doug Brush ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir:Tim Brush ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Tom Brush ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Savana Brush

Ag Media Buyer: Judy Long ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Heidi Doane ([e-mail])

Controllar: Kay Brush

BRYANT, LAHEY & BARNES, INC.

5300 Foxridge Dr, Mission, KS 66202;

913/262-7075, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 1976

Number of employees: 6

Pres/New Bus Contact: Forrest D. Bryant ([e-mail])

Ag Creativa Dir: Libby Brockmann ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Lorraine Barnas

Ad ag accts: Schering-Plough Animal Health (animal health products), 1983 (Lorraine Barnes); Lextron Inc. (animal health products), 1983; Livestock Marketing Assoclation (trade aesociation), 1997; MultiMin USA, Inc. (vitamin/mineral supplements), 2002; Stone Manufacturing (calf pullers, ID, etc), 1986 (all Forrest Bryant)

PR ag accts: Lextron Inc. (animal health products), 1983; Livestock Marketing Association (trade association), 1997; MultiMin USA, Inc. (vitamin/mineral supplements), 2002; Stone Manufacturing (calf pullers, ID, etc), 1986 (all Forrest Bryant)

CS&A MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

808 Eldorado Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704;

309/664-0707, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.thinkcsa.com

Year established: 1979

Number of employees: 25

Pres: Wilson Burge

VP/Ag Client Svcs Dir: John Larkin ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kim Urban

Ag Media Dir: Susan Sullivan-Aden

Ad ag accts: Kent Feeds (projects), 1997 (J. Larkin); DICKEY-john Corp., 2002; Lechler Ag Products, 2002 (both B. Helling); ForTheFarm.com, 1999; Pfister Hybrids, 1995; Precision Planting, 2002; Yetter Manufacturing, 2001 (all J. Larkin)

PR ag accts: DICKEY-john Corp., 2002; Lechler Ag Products, 2002 (both B. Helling); ForTheFarm.com, 1999; Pfister Hybrids, 1995; Precision Planting, 2002; Yetter Manufacturing, 2001 (all J. Larkin)

CANYON COMMUNICATIONS

1630 S. Stapley Dr, Suite 117, Mesa, AZ 85204;

480/775-6880, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.canyoncomm.com

Year established: 1999

Number of employees: 9

Pres: Nancy Landi ([e-mail])

VP/Creative Dir: Gary Greuel ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Gowan Co. (Moncut, Rubigan, and Borran 5F fungicides, Aza-Direct biological insecticide, others), 2000; Fertizona (Crop protection, nutrition and seed products), 2003; Gowan Milling (formulating/packaging for crop protection products), 2002; GreenFix Golf Inc. (Greenfix ball mark repair tool), 2002; Pursell Technologies Inc. (POLYON controlled release fertilizers, POLYON NPK nursery fertilizers, TriKote fertilizers, PRECISE controlled release pesticides), 1999

PR ag accts: Fertizona (Crop proteetion, nutrition and seed products), 2003; Gowan Milling (formulating/packaging for crop protection products), 2002; GreenFix Golf Inc. (Greenfix ball mark repair tool), 2002; Pursell Technologies Lee. (POLYON controlled release fertilizers, POLYON NPK nursery fertilizers, TriKote fertilizers, PRECISE controlled release pesticides), 1999; FarmLinks at Pursell Farms (research and demonstration golf course), 2001; Gowan Company (Moncut, Rubigan and Botran fungicides, Savey and Hexygon miticides, Betasan turf herbicide, others), 2000; The Toro Company (commercial turf equipment), 2000

CATOCTIN MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

656 Horizon South Pkwy, Grovetown, GA 30813;

706/951-4022, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.catoctin.net

Year established: 2002 Pres: Branch Cerrar ([e-mail]) Ad ag accts: Georgia Agricultural Education; Learn To Hedge

PR ag accts: Georgia Agricultural Education; Learn To Hedge; National FFA Organization (projects)

CCI MARKETING

442 Edwards Ave, Suite 100, PO Box 600, West

Dundee, IL 60116-0600; 647/836-5100,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.ccimarketing.com

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 1 with project sub-contractors

Owner/Pres: Warren E. Clark ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer/Client Svcs Dir/Controller: Fiona Shubrook

Ad ag accts: Farms Technology, LLC, 2001; Farms.com (projects), 1995; Major crop science companies (Invisible sub-contractor with their agencies) (projects), 1988; AgriStar Global Networks, 2000 (agri-specific broadband satellite Internet service) (all Warren E. Clark)

PR ag accts: Farms Technology, LLC, 2001; Farms.com (projects), 1995; Major crop science companies (invisible sub-contractor with their agencies) (projects), 1966; AgriStar Global Networks, 2000 (agri-specific broadband satellite Internet service); CDMS (projects), 2003; CropVerifeye, LLC (projects), 2003; DeKalb (anti-brown bag seed campaign) (projects), 2002; Landec Ag (projects), 2002; Superior Livestock, Inc. (projeets), 2003 (all Warren E. Clark)

PR farmer-funded accts: ASA/USB (U.S.-grown soybeans, soybean oil, soybean meal) (projects), 1986 (Warren E. Clark)

CHANDLER EHRLICH

6750 Lenox Center Ct, Suite 300, Memphis, TN

38115; 901/761-5748, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.cecnet.com

Year established: 1977

Number of employees: 30

Pres: Jerry Ehrlich ([e-mail])

VP, Ag Client Svcs Dir: Michael Littman ([e-mail])

Ag Sr Acct Mgr: Ken Woodmansee ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Rosemary Earp

Ad ag accts: Farm Credit Services of Illinois, 2002; Krone North America (hay and forage equipment), 1999; Pro Mark Group Inc. (specialty products distributor), 2002; ProSource One (specialty products distributor), 2000; Top Pro Specialties (Amdro Pro, Curalan), 1999 (all Kan Woodmansee)

PR ag accts: Farm Credit Servicce of Illinois, 2002; Krone North America (hay and forage equipment), 1999; Pro Mark Group Inc. (specialty products distributor), 2002; ProSource One (specialty products distributor), 2000; Top Pro Specialties (Amdro Pro, Curalan), 1999 (all Kan Woodmansee)

CHARLESTONIORWIG, INC.

(See advertieement in this section)

515 W. North Shore Dr, HartLand, WI 53029;

252/563-5100, FAX : [phone]

100 E. Kimbedy Rd, Suite 403, Davenport, IA 52806

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.charlestonorwig.com

Year established: 1992

Number of employees: 59

CEO: Lyle Orwig ([e-mail])

Exec VP: Lynn Balinas ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Mark Gale ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Chris Czeskleba ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Laura Henke ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Beth Homann

Controller: Nancy Wegner

Ad ag accts: ExSeed Genetics LLC, 1998 (Andrah Grothey); AgTracks, 2003; Miller Brewing Co. Industry Affairs, 1997 (both Beth Andersen); Zinpro Corp., 2001 (Brian Lehn); Alcide Corp., 2001; Arm & Hammer, 2001; Great Lakes Cattle Credit Co., 2001; Hoard's Dairyman, 2003; Packerland Packing, 1994; Woods Equipment Co., 1999 (all Kim Jones); Pfizer Animal Health, 2001 (Lyle Orwig); National Livestock Producers (projects), 2003; U.S. Borax, 2000 (both Lynn Balinas); Brillion Farm Equipment, 1997; Dairyland Seed Company Inc., 1993; Professional Dairy Heifer Growers Assn (projects), 2002 (all Mark Moore); Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (projects), 2002 (Mike Opperman)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Holstein Association, 2003 (Kim Jones); National Pork Board (projects), 2002 (Lyle Orwig); Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, 2001 (Patty Kuester)

PR ag accts: ExSeed Genetics LLC, 1998 (Andrah Grothey); AgTracks, 2003; Miller Brewing Co. Industry Affairs, 1997 (both Beth Andersen); Zinpro Corp., 2001 (Brian Lehn); Alcide Corp., 2001; Arm & Hammer, 2001; Great Lakes Cattle Credit Co., 2001; Hoard's Dairyman, 2003; Packerland Packing, 1994; Woods Equipment Co., 1999 (all Kim Jones); Pfizer Animal Health, 2001 (Lyle Orwig); National Livestock Producers (projects), 2003; U.S. Borax, 2000 (both Lynn Balinas); Brillion Farm Equipment, 1997; Dairyland Seed Company Lnc., 1993; Professional Dairy Heifer Growers Assn (projects), 2002 (all Mark Moore); Profeesional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (projects), 2002 (Mike Opperman)

PR farmer-funded accts: Holstein Association, 2003 (Kim Jones); National Pork Board (projects), 2002 (Lyls Orwig); Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, 2001 (Patty Kuester)

COLLE+MCVOY

8500 Normandale Laks Blvd, Suite 2400,

Minneapolis, MN 55437; 952/852-7500,

FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.collemcvoy.com

Year established: 1935

Parent co: Maxxcom, Inc.

Number of employees: 210

Pres/COO: Phil Johnson

VP, Agribusiness Practice Leader: Dean Huff

VP, Mgmt Supervisar: Myrna Krueger

Ag Media Dir: Laurie Christen

Ad ag accts: Case IH/New Holland, 2002; Agriliance, 1994; AgStar Financial Services, 2001; CHS (including foods, grain, and Cenex branded energy products), 1994; CROPLAN GENETICS, 2000; Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, 2002

PR ag accts: Agriliance, 1994; AgStar Financial Services, 2001; CHS (including foods, grain, and Cenex branded energy products), 1994; CROPLAN GENETICS, 2000; Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, 2002; North American Olive Oil Association, 2002

THE COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

(A KNA CO.)

PO Box 268, 4274 S. 400 W., New Palestine, IN

46163; 317/861-0117, 888/305-0117

E-mail: [e-mail],

[e-mail], [e-mail]

Year established: 1991

Number of employees: 3

Pres: Bryan Keller ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: John Shepard

Ag Media Dir: Ned Arthur

Ad ag accts: Countrymark Co-op, 1997 (Jeff Harper a/s); Stewart Seeds, 1994 (Bryan Keller a/s)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Indiana Farm Bureau Inc. (projects), 1992; Indiana Soybean Board (projects), 1996 (both Ned Arthur a/e)

PR ag accts: Stewart Seeds, 1994 (Bryan Keller a/s)

COUNTRYSIDE MARKETING, INC.

N78 W14573 Appleten Ave, #287, Menomonee

Falls, WI 53051; 262/253-6902, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.countryside-marketing.com

Year established: 1994

Number of employees: 3

Pres: Carroll E. Merry

Ad ag accts: Prudendial Financial, 2003 (Jean Merry); Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, 2003; Land Pro LLC, 2003 (both Carron Merry); Capital Agricultural Property Services, 1999 (Jean Merry)

PR ag accts: Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, 2003; Land Pro LLC, 2003 (both Carroll Merry); Capital Agricultural Property Services, 1999 (Jean Merry); American Bankers Association (projects), 1996; EnviroDynamics (projecte), 1998; Farm Financial Standards Council, 1994

PR farmer-funded accts: National Corn Growers Association (projects), 2001 (Carroll Merry)

CRAGHEAD & HARROLD INC.

200 N. Broadway, Suite 700, Wichita, KS 67202;

888/808-7537, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.ch-advertising.com

Co-Owner: Janet Craghead

Co-Owner: Shirley Harrold

Dir of Print: Bryan Malone

Dir, New Media: Shawn Stuckey

Media Buyer: Melody Mynott

Controller: Lori Young

Ad ag accts: Excel Corp. (Sterling Silver beef/pork, Angus Pride beef, Tender Choice pork) (projects), 1989; Excel Mowers (Hustler Z mowers and full product line) (projects), 1994

PR ag accts: Excel Mowers (Hustler Z mowers and full product line) (projects), 1994

CRAWFORD/FENTON ASSOCIATES, INC.

6C Culnen Dr, Somerville, NJ 08876; 908/722-4229,

FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.crawfordfenton.com

Year established: 1972

Number of employees: 14

Pres: David M. Crawford VP, Mktg/Ag Media Dir: Howard Kessler ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Emil Wojcik

HR Mgr: Karen McAvoy ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Cheminova (Glyfos, Glyfos Extra, Methyl Parathion), 1990; Intervet Inc. (poultry biologicals and paraciticides), 2000; Intervet Inc. (poultry feed additives and coccidiostats), 1976 (all Howard Kessler)

PR ag accts: Cheminova (Glyfos, Glyfos Extra, Methyl Parathion), 1990; Intervet Inc. (poultry biologicals and paraciticides), 2000; Intervet Inc. (poultry feed additives and coccidiostats), 1976 (all Howard Kessler)

CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK, INC.

1829 Sagrada Rd, Edwards, MO 65326-2612;

573/345-1124, 677/410-3551, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.ccnmarketing.com

Year established: 1991

Number of employees: 6

Pres/Ag Client Svcs Dir/HR Mgr: Ron Butler ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Susan Kincaid ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Frank Addington ([e-mail])

Creative Dir: Steve Nelson

Controller: Catherine Butler

Ad ag accts: KALO Inc. (projects), 2002; Loveland Industries (projects), 1994; Makhteshim-Agan (N.A,), 1999; mPower3 Inc., 1997; United Agri Preducts (projects), 1994

PR ag accts: KALO Inc. (projects), 2002; Loveland Industries (projects), 1994; Makhteshim-Agan (N.A.), 1999; mPower3 Inc., 1997; United Agri Products (projects), 1994; USDA eGovernment (projects), 2003

CROSS COUNTRY MARKETING ASSOCIATES

N47 W29095 Hwy JK, Hartland, WI 53029;

262/367-7186

Year established: 1969

Number of employees: 2

Owner: Bill Anderson ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Jung Seed Genetics Inc., 1995; Miller-St, Nazianz (Miller Pro, Badger, Victor, NITRO, Silver Wheels), 1995; Newton Crouch Inc., 2002; Oxbo International Corp, (Byron, Pixall), 1999

PR ag accts: Jung Seed Genetics Inc. 1995; Miller-St. Nazianz (Miller Pro, Badger, Victor, NITRO, Silver Wheels), 1995; Newton Crouch Inc., 2002; Oxbo International Corp, (Byron, Pixall), 1999

DAVID & ASSOClATES

233 E. 14th St, Suite 150, Hastings, NE 68901;

402/462-6226, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.teamdavid.com

Year established: 1984

Number of employees: 11

Pres: David Buchholz ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Jeff Oates ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Shaun Schleif ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Flowserve (irrigation pumps) (projects), 2000; Nebraska Dept. of Agriculture (state gov't agency) (projects), 1969; Perennial Public Power (rural public power) (projects), 2000; AcuaBiotec (aquaculture biomanagement products/consulting) (projects), 2000; Circle Seed Hybrids (hybrid seed corn company) (projects), 2003; Clean Fuels Development Coalition (ethanol education and policy) (projects), 1993; E-10 Unleaded (cooperative marketing/education programs to promete E-10 Unleaded With Ethanol), 2000; Excel Corp. (AngusPride and Preferred Angus) (projects), 2001; Kugler Co. (KQ fertilizers), 1987; Nebraska Agriculture Industry Partnership (statewide coalition to promote Nebraska livestock industry) (projects), 2003; Nebraska Ethanol Board (ethenol industry promotion), 1984 (all Dave Buchholz); Cargill Animal Nutrition (Nutrena, Acco, Liqualife, Sportsmans Choice, Beef Options, Aquafeed), 1994 (Dave Buchholz, Jeff Oates); Biocor Animal Health (Surround, Herd-Vac cattle veccines) (projects), 2001; Brownie Systems (catwalks and support structures), 2000; MFS/York/Stormor (grain handling and storage), 1997; Sentinel Building Systems (metal buildings), 2000 (all Jeff Oates)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Beef Council (beef checkoff) (projects), 2003; Nebraska Corn Board (corn checkoff), 1987; Nebraska Corn Growers Association (corn/ethanol promotions) (projects), 1988; Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board (projects), 1988; Nebraska Pork Producers Association (pork producer promotions) (projects), 1991 (all Dave Buchholz)

PR ag accts: AcuaBiotec (aquaculture biomanagement products/consulting) (projects), 2000; Circle Seed Hybrids (hybrid seed corn company) (projects), 2003; Clean Fuels Development Coalition (ethanol education and policy) (projects), 1993; E-10 Unleaded (cooperative marketing/education programs to promote E-10 Unleaded With Ethanol), 2000; Excel Corp. (AngusPride and Preferred Angus) (projects), 2001; Kugler Co. (KQ fertilizers), 1987; Nebraska Agriculture Industry Partnership (statewide coalition to promote Nebraska livestock industry) (projects), 2003; Nebraska Ethanol Board (ethanol industry promotion), 1984 (all Dave Buchholz); Cargill Animal Nutrition (Nutrena, Acco, Liqualife, Sportsmans Choice, Beef Options, Aquafeed), 1994 (Dave Buchholz, Jeff Oates); Biocor Animal Health (Surround, Herd-Vac cattle vaccines) (projects), 2001; Brownie Systems (catwalks and support structures), 2000; MFS/York/Stormor (grain handling and storage), 1997; Sentinel Building Systems (metal buildings), 2000 (all Jeff Oates); Center for Rural Affairs (rural/farm advocacy) (projects), 1999 (Dave Buchholz)

PR farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Beef Council (beef checkoff) (projects), 2003; Nebraska Corn Soard (corn checkoff), 1987; Nebraska Corn Growers Association (corn/ethanol promotions) (projects), 1988; Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board (projects), 1988; Nebraska Pork Producers Association (pork producer promotions) (projects), 1991 (all Dave Buchholz)

DAVIS HARRISON DION

333 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 2300, Chicago, IL

60601; 312/332-0808, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.dhdchicago.com

Year established: 1979

Pres: Doug Davis ([e-mail])

Exec VP/Ag Media Dir: Sue Harrison ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Bob Dion ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Degussa; Iowa Farmer Today; Pet-Ag

DUDNYK ADVERTISING

& PUBLIC RELATIONS

100 Tournament Dr, Horsham, PA 19044;

215/443-9410, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.dudnyk.com

Year established: 1981

Number of employees: 10

New Bus Contact: Marian Marchese ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: BASF

PR ag accts: BASF

THE DUFF COMPANY

11125 N.W. Ambassador Dr, Suite 200, Kansas City,

MO 64153; 816/891-8845, 800/825-0312,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.TDClink.com

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 12

Pres/Ag Creative Dir: Jerry N. Duff ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Mary Jane Duff ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Judith Rittmann ([e-mail])

Controller: Cindy Novotny ([e-mail])

Copy/PR Dir: Jerry Sehleicher ([e-mail])

Implementation Dir: Cada Roberts ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Crompton Corp./Uniroyal Chemical (PGR business unit, corten products), 1990; Gustafson LLC (seed amendments), 1988; MIRoTEC Australia (Equine, Veterinary and Small Animal Reflective Treatment products), 2002; Progressive Nutrition (equine feed), 2003 (all Jerry Duff); ABI Alfalfa (Corporate and America's Alfalfa), 2000; Agri Laboratories (Tradewinds brand, TapeWorm Tabs, UriCon), 2002; Felton International (Pulse needle-free injection system), 2002; Hytest Seeds (forages, corn, soybean seeds), 2000 (all Mary Jane Duff)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Dairy Farmers of America (projects), 1999 (Ceda Roberts)

PR ag accts: Crompton Corp./Uniroyal Chemical (PGR business unit, cotton products), 1990; Gustafson LLC (seed amendments), 1988; MIRoTEC Australia (Equine, Veterinary and Small Animal Reflective Treatment products), 2002; Prograssive Nutrition (equine feed), 2003 (all Jerry Duff); ABI Alfalfa (Corporate and America's Alfalfa), 2000; Agri Laboratories (Tradewinds brand, TapeWorm Tabs, UriCon), 2002; Felton International (Pulse needle-free injection system), 2002; Hytest Seeds (forages, com, soybean seeds), 2000 (all Mary Jane Duff)

PR farmer-funded accts: Dairy Farmers of America (projects), 1999 (Cada Roberts)

FLEISHMAN-HILLARD INC.

2405 Grand Blvd, Suite 700, Kansas City, MO

64108; 816/474-9407, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.fleishman.com

Year established: 1948

Number of employees: 2,000

Sr VP/Sr Partner, Food & Agribusiness Practice: Jamie Greenheck ([e-mail])

Ag Issues & Crisis Comms: Daren Williams ([e-mail])

Agrimarketing: Carol Andersen ([e-mail])

Ag Biotechnology: Colleen Parr ([e-mail])

Agribusiness, Europe: Carrie Scott ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Dawn Wissing ([e-mail])

FREEBAIRN & CO.

3353 Peachtree Rd, Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30326;

404/237-9945

Web site: www.freebairn.com

Year established: 1980

Number of employees: 21

Pres: John Freebairn

Sr VP/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Paul Durham

Ag Creative Dir: Mack Kirkpatrick

Ag Media Dir: Sandy Chapman

Controller: Toni Cooper

Ag Media Buyer: Julie Mentro

Ad ag accts: American Suzuki, 2002 (Mike Paffenback); DuPont Crop Protection (One Source) (projects), 2002; Griffin LLC, 2002; Stoneville Pedigreed Seed, 2000 (all Paul Durham)

PR ag accts: DuPont Crop Protection (One Source) (projects), 2002; Griffin LLC, 2002; Stoneville Pedigreed Seed, 2000 (all Paul Durham)

FRUEHLING COMMUNICATIONS

9740 Scranton Rd, Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92121;

856/453-3761, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.frucom.com

Year established: 1985

Number of employees: 10

Pres: Bill Fraehling ([e-mail])

Controller: Karan King

Ag Craative Dir: Ben Marion ([e-mail])

Ag Sr Acct Mgr: Joe Robertson ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: AutoFarm (GPS equipment), 2002 (Joe Robertson); BIO (fertilizer), 2000; Phelps Dodge (copper products) (projects), 1990; UAP (chemicals), 1990 (all Bill Fruehling); AgriGator, 2001; Uniroyal Chemical (27 chemical products), 1987 (both Joe Robertson)

PR ag accts: BIO (fertilizer), 2000; Phelps Dodge (copper products) (projects), 1990; UAP (chemicals), 1990 (all Bill Fruehling); AgriGator, 2001; Uniroyal Chemical (27 chemical products), 1987 (both Joe Robertson)

GIBBS & SOELL, INC.

(See advertisement in this section)

600 Third Ave, New York, NY 10016; 212/697-2600,

FAX: [phone]

Branch offices: Chicago: 2300 N. Barrington Rd,

Suite 600, Hoffman Estates, IL 60195;

847/519-9150; FAX: [phone]; Raleigh: 8521

Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615; 919/870-5718,

FAX: [phone]; San Francisco: 111 Pine St,

Suite 1530, San Francisco, CA 94111 ;

415/362-9930, FAX: [phone]; Zurich:

Beethovenstrasse 7 (1Stk), CH 8002, Zurich,

Switzerland; 011 411 205 5565,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.gibbs-soell.com

Year established: 1971

Number of employees: 100

Pres/CEO: Cos Mallozzi ([e-mail])

Controller: Richard Greulich

Principal PR Editor: Mark Monroe

New York Contact: Luke Lambert

Chicago Contact: Jeff Altheide

Raleigh Contact: Bob Bowman

San Francisco Contact: Roger Ryerson

Zurich Contact: Kellie Nolan

PR ag accts: Honeywell, 1999; Syngenta Crop Protection, 2000; Syngenfa Plant Science, 2002; Syngenta Seeds, 2002

GILLHAM & ASSOCIATES

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

521 Pepperwood Ct, Bonita, CA 91902;

619/482-8820, FAX: [phone]

Year established: 1989

Managing Dir/Principal PR Editor: Felicia Giilham ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Mona Howell ([e-mail])

Prod Dir: Mary Sullivan ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Susan Kincaid ([e-mail])

GLASS MCCLURE ADVERTISING

2700 J St, 2nd Fl, Sacramento, CA 95816;

916/448-6956, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.glassmcclure.com

Number of employees: 25

Pres: Greg Glass ([e-mail])

Creative Dir: Kyle Toyama ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Kathryn Baird ([e-mail])

Acct Supervisor: John Taylor ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Blue Diamond; Kenwood Vineyards (projects), (both Greg Glass); Farm Cradit, 1991 (John Taylor)

THE GRIFFIN GROUP

2732 82nd St, Suite A, Lubbock, TX 79423;

806/791-0045, 800/753-1375, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Number of employees: 3

Pres/Acct Exec: Rusty Griffin ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Robert McSpadden ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Glenda Alvarado ([e-mail])

Office mgr: Mona Bryan

Ad ag accts: All-Tex Seed (Roundup Ready Cotton Seed) (projects); Consolidated Cotton Gin (ginning services) (projects); Warner Seeds (all Rusty Griffin)

PR ag accts: All-Tex Seed (Roundup Ready Cotton Seed) (projects); Consolidated Coffon Gin (ginning services) (projects); Warner Seeds (all Rusty Griffin)

GROUP LEAF LLC

PO BOX 546, Hudson, WI 54016; 715/381-0123,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.groupleaf.com

Year established: 2003

Number of employees: 4

Pres: Greg Leaf ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Cathy Larson Leaf ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: WI Assn of Vocational Ag Instructors (trade asscciation), 2003 (Cathy Leaf); Geringhoff U.S., (Greg Leaf)

PR ag accts: WI Assn of Vocational Ag Instructors (trade association), 2003 (Cathy Leaf); Geringhoff U.S., (Grag Leaf); Minnesota FFA Foundation (association) (projects), 2003 (Cathy Leaf); Oil Dri (PoultryGuard) (projects), 2003 (Greg Leaf)

GUNTER ADVERTISING

2912 Marketplace Dr, Madison, WI 53719;

608/273-2100, 877/584-2100

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.gunteradvertising.com

Number of employees: 8

Pres/Ag Creative & Media Dir: Randy Gunter

HR Mgr: Cindy Gunter

Ad ag accts: Wyffels Hybrids (corn hybrids), 1997

PR ag accts: Wyffels Hybrids (corn hybrids), 1997

HAMILTON GREGORY ADVERTISING

217 W. Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17603;

717/399-8441, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.hamiltongregory.com

Year established: 1992

Number of employees: 5

Pres: Charles Book ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Michael Morgan ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Charley Lloyd

Ad ag accts: Case IH (misc.) (projects), 2003; CNH (projects), 2300; New Holland Credit (financing, leasing) (projects), 1992; New Holland North America (tractors, hay tools, harvesting equipment) (projects), 1992

PR ag accts: Hoffman Seeds (seed products), 1995

HANSEN COMMUNICATIONS

3212 West 1000 South Rd, Kankakee, IL

60901-7651; 815/937-1778, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.hansencommunications.com

Year established: 1989

Number of employees: 7

Pres: Pat Hansen ([e-mail])

PR ag accts: Agri-King, 2000; Diamond V Mills, 1996; Kemin Americas (projects), 2002; Quality Liquid Feeds, 2001 (all Pat Hansen)

HELD DIEDRICH

5752 Wheeler Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46216;

317/377-5900, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.helddiedrich.com

Year established: 1981

Pres/Ag Creative Dir: Doug Diedrich ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/HR Mgr/Contraller: Norma Hermerding ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Michele Kirby ([e-mail])

HICKMAN + ASSOCIATES, INC.

11350 N. Meridian St, Suite 100, Carmel, IN 46032;

317/816-9760, 800/818-3667, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.hickmanassociates.com

Year established: 1968

Number of employees: 20

Pres: Melissa E. Hickman ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Vaughn Hickman ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Tiffany Frash ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs: Joy Fischer

Ad ag accts: OrnniSTAR, 1998 (Tiffany Frash)

PR ag aacts: Thomas Jefferson Agricultural Institute (projects), 2001; W.K. Kellogg Foundation, 1998 (both Joy Fischer); Indiana Farm Bureau Inc., 2003 (Paul Queck)

HOLLIS & ASSOCIATES

1730 Knox Rd, Collierville, TN 38017;

901/853-7014, FAX: [phone]

Year established: 1985 Owner: Philip Hollis ([e-mail]) Ad ag accts: Arkansas Seed Dealers Association (projects), 2003; Becker Underwood (inoculants), 2001; Dulaney Seed Inc. (projects), 2003; Helena Chemical Co., 1994; Horizon Ag, 2002; Terral Seed Co., 2001; The Catfish Institute (projects), 2000

GEOFF HOWE MARKETING

COMMUNICATIONS *

712 Broadway, Suite 700, Kansas City, MO 64105;

816/842-8656, FAX: [phone]

Branch office: 1 High St, Hampton, Middlesex

TW12 2GH, United Kingdom, 011-44-208-941-7575,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.geoffhowe.us

Year established: 1999

THE INTEGER GROUP

2633 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321;

515/286-7910, 800/752-2633, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.integer.com

Year established: 1977

Number of employees: 110 (23 working on ag accounts)

COO/Exec VP: Al Tramontina ([e-mail]) VP, PR Dir: Tom Gahm ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kent Fieldsend ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Bill Frame ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Ann Appleseth ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Lori Hodges

Controller: Sus Bullis

Ad ag accts: Firestone Agricultural Tire Company (full line of radial and bias tires for agriculture, forestry and light industrial needs), 1991 (Ann Appleseth a/d, Hillary Anniss sr a/e, Nikki Kyla asst a/e, Janet Bruck a/c)

PR ag accts: Firestone Agricultural Tire Company (full line of radial and bias tires for agriculture, forestry and light industrial needs), 1991 (Ann Appleseth a/d, Hillary Anniss sr a/e, Nikki Kyla asst a/e, Janet Bruck a/c); Garst Seed Company (Corn, soybeans, alfalfa, sorghum, sunflowers, seed treatments & inoculants), 2002 (Ann Appleseth a/d, Joanna Schroeder, a/e, Brittnee Henry a/c)

PR farmer-funded accts: Dairy Managemant Inc. (Nonprofit planning and management organization responsible for increasing demand for U.S.-produced dairy products on behalf of America's dairy producers), 2002 (Christine Irvine, a/d, Dana Engelbert, a/s, Kortney Nichols, a/c)

INTROBANG! INC.

7540 Market Place Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 55344;

952/943-8374, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.introbang.com

Year established: 1985

Number of employees: 9

Pres/Ag Craative Dir: Robert Knutson ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Linda VanGuilder ([e-mail])

VP: Debbie Strane ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: ACH Seeds (Crystal Sugarbeet seed) (projects), 2001 (Debbie Strane); Cargill Animal Nutrition (PorkFocus/PigNet, Dairy Focus, Right Now Mineral, Promote Preservatives) (projects), 1990 (Debbie Strane, Linda Van Guilder)

Ad farmer-funded accts: National Pork Board (niche pork), 2002 (Linda Van Guilder)

JOHNSON KRUMWIEDE ROADS

123 N. 3rd St, Suite 605, Minneapolis, MN 55401;

612/623-8000, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.JKRagency.com

Year established: 2003

Number of employeas: 7

Pres: Jeff Johnson ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Dan Krumwiede ([e-mail])

Ag Creative: Craig Roads ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer/Dir: Jean Eckman ([e-mail])

Production Mgr: Kelly Mumm ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Land O'Lakes (animal milk products and feed division)

PR ag accts: Land O'Lakes (animal milk products and feed division)

LATORRA, PAUL & MCCANN INC.

120 E. Washington St, Syracuse, NY 13202;

315/476-1646, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.Ipm-adv.com

Year established: 1993

Number of employees: 20

Pres: Louis J. Latorra ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kim Trapasso ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Mark Andarson ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Matt Read ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Darlene Latorra

Controller: Bill Patrick

Ad ag accts: CPG Nutrients, 2002; Fort Dodge Animal Health, 1987; Pennfield Feeds, 2003

Ad farmer-funded accts: American Dairy Assn (milk), 1980; New York Beef Producers (projects), 2003

PR ag accts: Fort Dodge Animal Haalth, 1987; Pennfield Feeds, 2003; Dairy One, 2002; LEAD NY, 2002

AL PAUL LEFTON COMPANY INC.

100 Independence Mall W., Philadelphia, PA 19106;

215/923-9600, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.lefton.com

Year established: 1928

Number of employees: 17

Pres: Al Paul Lefton, Jr. ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Lou Brandsdorfer ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Jill Ditton ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Steve Yarrow

HR Mgr: Claire Russakoff

Controller: Raymond Scanlon

Ad ag accts: Caraxagri Inc. (subsidiary of ATOFINA Chemicals) (Assail insecticide, Topsin fungicide, Cuprofix Disperss fungicide/bactericide, Kryocide insecticide, Penncap insecticide, Penncozeb fungicide), (Kate Simko)

PR ag accts: Cerexagri Inc. (subsidiary of ATOFINA Chemicals) (Assail insecticide, Topsin fungicide, Cuprofix Disperss fungicide/bactericide, Kryocide insecticide, Penncep insecticide, Penncozeb fungicide), (Kate Simko)

LEPOIDEVIN RICKINGER GROUP

245 South Executive Dr, Suite 365, Brookfield, WI

53005; 262/754-9550, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.thelrgroup.com

Year established: 1997

Number of amployeas: 8

Pres: Dean LePoidevin ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: John Rickinger ([e-mail])

Acct Exec: Judson Luke ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Luitpold Pharmaceuticals (Adequan[R] IM), 2003; Schering-Plough Animal Health (ProTICall), 1998 (both Dean LePoidevin)

PR ag accts: Luitpold Pharmaceuticals (Adequan[R] IM), 2003; Schering-Plough Animal Health (ProTICall), 1998 (both Dean LePoidevin); ImproMed Software (Infinity) (projects), 2002 (Judson Luke)

LESSING-FLYNN

3106 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312;

515/274-9271,888/274-9271, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.lessingflynn.com

Year established: 1907

Numbar of employees: 15

Pres: Connor Flynn ([e-mail])

MALONE ADVERTISING

388 South Main St, Suite 410, Akron, OH 44311;

330/376-6148, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.malonead.com

Year established: 1943

Number of employees: 92

Pres, Malone 2: Fred Bidwell ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Greg Bukosky ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Carol Howell ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Heather Guercio ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Shirley Wesley MacFarland

Controller: Pat Hardesty

Ad ag accts: Ohio Dept of Agriculture (projects), 2002 (Shirley Wesley MacFarland)

PR ag accts: Ohio Dept of Agriculture (projects), 2002 (Shirley Wesley MacFarland)

MANGAN HOLCOMB

RAINWATER CULPEPPER

2300 Cottondale Ln, Suite 300, Little Rock, AR

72202; 501/376-0321, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.people-energy-ideas.com

Year astablished: 1952

Number of employees: 25

Pres: Steve Holcomb ([e-mail])

Sr VP/COO: David Rainwater ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Chip Culpepper ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Brooke Vines ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Amanda Suel ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Karon Mann

Ad ag accounts: Delta and Pine Land Co. (D&PL cotton seed and soybean), 1998; RiceTec Seed (RiceTec hybrid rice seed), 1998; Stihl Southwest (Stihl outdoor power equipment), 1993; Delta Plastics of the South (Delta Plastics irrigation tubing), 2003; ARKAT Nutrition Sciences (Arkat catfish food, Red Bag dog food, Blue Bag cat food) (projects), 2001 (all David Rainwater); Riggs Tractor Company (Cat tractors and equipment), 1996 (Paige Scott)

PR ag accounts: Delta and Pine Land Co. (D&PL cotton seed end soybean), 1998; RiceTec Seed (RiceTec hybrid rice seed), 1998; Stihl Southwest (Stihl outdoor power equipment), 1993; Delta Plastics of the South (Delta Plastics irrigation tubing), 2003; ARKAT Nutrition Sciences (Arkat caffish food, Red Bag dog food, Blue Bag cat food) (projects), 2001 (all David Rainwater); Riggs Tractor Company (Cat tractors and equipment), 1996 (Paige Scott)

MARKETING PRIORITY

(formerly The Bob Peterson Group)

15500 Wayzata Blvd, Suite 911, Wayzata, MN

55391; 952/473-1501, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.marketingpriority.com

Year established: 1962

Number of employees: 3

Pres/Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Michael Peterson

Ag Creative Dir: Kristi Johnson

Ad ag accts: Allied Equipment Sales, 1965; Brush Technology, 1983; Carlson Tractor and Equipment, 1991; Gamet Manufacturing, 1999; Garlock Equipment, 1992; Nu-Con Equipment, 1991; Waconia Manufacturing, 1982 (all Mike Peterson a/s, a/e)

PR ag accts: Allied Equipment Sales, 1965; Brush Technology, 1983; Carlson Tractor and Equipment, 1991; Gamet Manufacturing, 1999; Garlock Equipment, 1992; Nu-Con Equipment, 1991; Waconia Manufacturing, 1982 (all Mike Petarson a/s, a/e)

MARTINIWILLIAMS ADVERTISING

60 S. Sixth St, Suite 2800, Minneapolis, MN

55402-4444; 612/340-0800, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.martinwilliams.com

Year established: 1942

Number of employees: 215 (30 in ag)

Pres: Steve Collins ([e-mail]) VP, Mgmt Supervisor: Tim Burke ([e-mail])

Ag Medie Dir: Terry McInroy ([e-mail])

ASSOC Ag Media Dir: Judy Nielsen ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Pam Maruitto ([e-mail])

HR Mgr:Tena Murphy ([e-mail])

Controller: Brian McHugh ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Syngenta Crop Protection (herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, seed treatment), 1985 (Tim Burke)

MATHIS, EARNEST & VANDEVENTER *

6711 Chancellor Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613;

319/268-9151, 877/WEB-EASY, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.meandv.com

Year established: 1996

MCCORMICK COMPANY

1000 S. Adams, PO Box 1931, Amarillo, TX 79189;

806/374-5333, FAX: [phone]

Branch offices: 1201 N.W. Briarcliff Pkwy,

Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64116; 816/584-8444,

FAX: [phone]; 10550 New York Ave,

Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50322; 515/251-8805,

FAX: [phone]; 500 W. Seventh, Suite 803,

Ft. Worth, TX 76102; 817/332-6991, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.mccormickcompany.com

Year established: 1926

Number of employees: 80

Pres: Mark Perrin ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Bob Brunker ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Vicki Henrickson ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Kathy Kavanaugh ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Mary Coyne ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: DuPont Crop Protection, 2001 (Evan Davies a/s, Melinda Oberly a/e, Dean Loftis a/e); Cactus Feeders, 1995; Professional Dairy Locators, 2003 (both Kathy Cornett a/s); AzTx Cattle Company, 1981 (Kathy Cornett, a/s); Gustafson LLC, 1999 (Steve Moon a/e); AgriLabs, 2001 (Steve Moon a/e, Doug Swanson aje); Aviagen, 1998 (Zita Quede a/e, Matt Sutton-Vermeulen a/e); Kemin Industries, 2000 (Doug Swanson a/e); Iowa Quality Beef Supply Coop, 2002 (Doug Swanson a/e, Garry Vincent a/e); Unverferth, 2002 (Gary Vincent a/e, Zita Quade a/e); Allflex USA, Inc., 1990; Mason Dairy Contractors, 2003 (both Kathy Cornett a/s); Stoller Enterprises, Inc., 2003 (Kelly Loganbill a/e); Murphy Farms, 1997 (Kori Skinner a/e); MicroBeef Technologies, 1990 (Stephanie Sullivan a/e); Elanco Animal Health (cattle business unit), 1999 (Suzi Sutton-Vermeulen a/s); VetLife, 1996 (Suzi Sutton-Vermeulen a/s, Doug Swanson a/e); Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., 1968 (Evan Davies a/s, Lorie North a/e, Steve Fink a/e, Melissa Sanders a/e)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Iowa Cattlemen's Association, 2002 (Gary Vincent a/e); Texas Cattle Feeders Association, 1968; Texas Wheat Producers, 1988 (both Kathy Cornett a/s); Kansas Livestock Association, 2001 (Kathy Cornett a/s)

PR ag accts: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., 1968 (Evan Davies a/s, Lorie North a/e, Steve Fink a/e, Melissa Sanders a/e)

E.W. MCDANIELS MARKETING

COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

PO BOX 729, Pekin, IL 61555-0729; 309/346-4230,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.ewmcd.com, www.ie-media.com

Year established: 1966

Number of employees: 18

Pres: Randall McDaniels ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Rodney Standley ([e-mail])

Media Buyer/Mktg Specialist: Charles May ([e-mail])

Media Buyer/Mktg Specialist: Jessica Muelling ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Brenda McDaniels

Controller: Claudia McDaniels

Ad ag accts: Pepper Maintenance (projects); Advance Trading, 1991; AgriGold Hybrids, 2003; CNH Global (DMI, Case IH, New Holland tillage), 1966; FBI Buildings, Inc. (projects), 2003; Equipment Technologies (Apache, Cherokee), 1998 (all Randall McDaniels a/e)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Illinois Soybean Association (projects), 1992 (Randall McDaniels a/e)

PR ag accts: Equipment Technologies (Apache, Cherokee), 1998 (Randall McDaniels a/e)

PR farmer-funded accts: Illinois Soybean Association (projects), 1992 (Randall McDaniels a/e)

THE MCFARLAND GROUP

15255 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove, WI 53122;

262/786-5891, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.mcfarlandgroup.com

Year established: 1978

Number of employees: 10

Pres: Mike McFarland ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kathy True ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Gail Brighum ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Cana Tinkle ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: ATI Global, 1998; Bradco, 1999; CE Attachments, 2001; Gehl Co., 1992; J-Star Industries, 1992; The Mejor, 1999; Van Dale, 1994 (all Randall McDaniels a/e)

PR ag accts: ATI Global, 1998; Bradco, 1999; CE Attachments, 200; Gehl Co., 1992; J-Star Industries, 1992; The Major, 1999; Van Dale, 1994 (all Randall McDaniels a/e)

MCKINLEY COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

3675 S. Noland Rd, Suite 111, Independence, MO

64055; 816/833-8100, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.mckinleycommunications.com

Year established: 1983

Number of employees: 19

Pres: Dr. Steve McKiniey ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Justin Parks ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Cathy Pollard ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Lori McKinley

Controller: Joyce Althaus

Ad ag accts: ADVISYS (biotech discoveries), 2001; Agrisel (insecticides, fungicides, herbicides), 2003; Babcock Genetics (swine genetics, products and services), 2003; Quali Tech (trace minerals, flavors), 2003 (all Dr. Steve McKinley); Crop Quest (crop consulting services), 2003; Hubbard Feeds (swine, dairy and equine products), 2001 (both Jenny Ryan)

PR ag accts: ADVISYS (bictech discoveries), 2001; Agrisel (insecticides, fungicides, herbicides), 2003; Babcock Genetics (swine genetics, products end services), 2003; Quali Tech (trace minerals, flavors), 2003 (all Dr. Steve McKinley); Crop Quest (crop consulting services), 2003; Hubbard Feeds (swine, dairy and equine products), 2001 (both Jenny Ryan)

MEERS MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

201 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105; 816/474-2920,

800/269-7346, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.meers.com

Year established: 1992

Number of employees: 5

Pres: Sam Meers ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kristy Black ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Sarah Whitten ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Farmland National Beef, 1999; Kansas City Board of Trade, 1999; Rosen's, 2003

PR ag accts: Rosen's, 2003

THE MEYOCKS GROUP

6600 Lake Dr, Suite 150, West Des Moines, IA

50266; 615/226-1200, FAX: [phone]

Branch office: 559 D'Onfrio Dr, Suita 101, Madison,

WI 53719; 608/827-2900, 608/827-2919

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.outofthebox.com

Year established: 1989

Number of employees: 42

Pres: Donna Tweeten ([e-mail])

Sr VP: Doug Jeske

Sr VP: Jill Greene

Sr VP: Jim Head

Sr VP: Rachel Allinson

Ad ag accts: Farm Credit Services of America, 1999; Intervet, 1998; Latham Seeds, 2002; Wisconsin Farm Credit, 1999

PR ag accts: Farm Credit Services of America, 1999; Intervet, 1998; Latham Seeds, 2002; Wisconsin Farm Credit, 1999; Iowa Corn Growers Association, 2003

MARIA MIRSKY, ADVERTISING

& PUBLIC RELATIONS

301 Oxford Valley Rd, Suite 202B, Yardley, PA 19067;

215/321-7976, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 4

Pres/Creative Dir: Maria Mirsky ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Kristy Boldt ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Ag Container Recycling Council (pro bono), 1999; Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. (MANA), 2002; Wilbur-Ellis (projects), 2002 (all); Murray Equipment, 1999 (Kristy Boldt)

PR ag accts: Ag Container Recycling Council (pro bono), 1999; Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. (MANA), 2002; Wilbur-Ellis (projects), 2002 (all); Murray Equipment, 1999 (Kristy Boldt)

MORGAN&MYERS

(See advertisement in this section)

146 E. Milwaukee St, Jefferson, WI 53549;

920/674-4026, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Branch offices: 1005 Stratford Ave, Waterloo, IA

50701; 319/233-0502, FAX: [phone],

e-mail: [e-mail];

666 E. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202;

414/615-2658, FAX: [phone], e-mail:

[e-mail]; 2909 Hennepin Ave S.,

Minneapolis, MN, 55408; 612/825-0050,

FAX: [phone], e-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.morganmyers.com

Year established: 1982

Number of employees: 55

Pres/CEO: Gary Myers ([e-mail])

Exec VP: Carol Knox ([e-mail])

Office Mgr: Janine Whipps ([e-mail])

Office Mgr: Linda Wenck ([e-mail])

Dir Brand Dev: Mike Minford ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Research Dir: Robert Giblin ([e-mail])

Controller: Wayne Dyson ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Altria Family of Companies, 1996; Cargill, 2060; Nestle Purina Pet Care, 1997; Novartis Animal Vaccines, 2003; Oil-Dri Corp., 2063

PR ag accts: Altria Family of Companies, 1996; Cargill, 2060; Nestle Purina Pet Care, 1997; Novartis Animal Vaccines, 2003; Oil-Dri Corp., 2663; Case IH, 1997; Kraff Foods, 1994; Monsanto, 1998

PR farmer-funded accts: Iowa Soybean Association & Promotion Board (projects), 1994; Minnesota Turkey Research and Promotion Board (projects), 1986

MORTON, VARDEMAN & CARLSON *

PO Box 2494, Suite 300, Gainesville, GA 30503;

770/536-8921, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.mortonvardeman.com

Year established: 1973

NKH&W, INC.

600 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64165;

816/842-8881, FAX: [phone]

Branch offices: #1 Information Way, Suite 261;

Little Rock, AR 72201; 5100 East Skelly Dr #640,

Tulsa, OK 74135

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.nkhw.com

Year established: 1981

Number of employees: 122

Pres/CEO: F. Peter Kovac ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Nick Nicholson ([e-mail])

Sr VP, Dir Media Svce: Sheree A. Johnson ([e-mail])

VP, Dir PR: Bob Inderman ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Angela Hunter ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Staci Nicks ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svce Dir: Marc Ford

HR Mgr: Aloise Allen

Controller: Clarence Foxworthy

Ad ag accts: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, 1990 (Marc Ford, Sara Buck, Rick Purnell); FMC Corp. (Agricultural Products Group), 2002 (Thom Ludtke, Michelle Tollefson, Jim Stephens)

Ad farmer-funded accts: American Angus Association, 1992 (Marc Ford, Sara Buck)

PR ag accts: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, 1990 (Marc Ford, Sara Buck, Rick Purnell); FMC Corp. (Agricultural Products Group), 2002 (Thom Ludtke, Michelle Tollefson, Jim Stephens)

HEIDI HOLTE NELSON PR & MARKETING

6901 S.W. Burlingame Ave, Portland, OR 97219;

503/293-4913

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.nelson-pr.com

Year established: 2001

Pres: Heidi Holte Nelson ([e-mail])

Ad ag acets: International Protein Sires (dairy genetics) (projects), 2002; Westby Cooperative Creamery (premium dairy products) (projects), 2002

PR ag accts: International Protein Sires (dairy genetics) (projects), 2002; Westby Cooperative Creamery (premium dairy preducts) (projects), 2002; IMC Global/Konen Advertising (K-Mag Natural fertilizer) (projects), 2001; King Estate Winery (King Estate wines) (projects), 2002; Oregon Wine Advisory Board (Oragon Pinot Gris) (projects), 2001; Royster Clark (projects), 2002

OSBORN & BARR COMMUNICATIONS

(See advertisement in this issue)

One N. Brantwood Blvd, 8 Fl, St. Louis, MO 63105;

314/726-5511, 888/235-4332, FAX: [phone]

Branch offices: 304 W. Eighth St, Kansas City, MO

64105; 816/471-2255, FAX: [phone];

305 Commissioners Rd W., London, ON N6J 1Y4;

519/641-2270, FAX: [phone]; 67 Scurfield Rd,

Winnipeg, MB Canada R3Y 1G4; 204/985-6413,

FAX: [phone]; 6165 N.W. 86th St, Bldg A, Suite

226, Johnston, IA 50131, 515/727-1714,

FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.osborn-barr.com

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 109

Pres: Joe Osborn ([e-mail])

CEO: Steve Barr ([e-mail])

Exec VP, O&B/Canada: Peter Hohenadel ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Mark Buckley ([e-mail]) VP, Integrated Media: Ted Haller ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Leon Halbert ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Jaime Jonesmith ([e-mail])

Controller: Rhonda Ries-Aguilar

HR Mgr: Amy Bradstreet

Ad ag accts: Michelin North America (ag tires) (projects), 2003 (Jeff Whetstine); Purina Mills (Gold Dealer, Beef) (projects), 2000 (Patty Jolliffe); John Deere Credit (projects), 1990 (Tom Bertoncin); Monsanto Canada, 2003; Propane Education & Research Council (ag communications) (projects), 2002 (Hugh Whaley); American Soil Technologies, Inc. (projects), 2003 (Jeff Whetstine); Monsanto (Bollgard, Asgrow, DeKalb, Hartz, Roundup brands, Yieldgard brands), 1988 (Jennifer Turley); Intervet (Majestic, Prestige, Matrix), 2002 (Luke McKelvie); Delta King (Beltwide Coffon Genetics), 2002 (Patty Jolliffe); John Deere & Co. (Deere ag products), 1989 (Tom Bertoncin); Bayer Environmental Science (Canada), 1998 (Linda Parry)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Cattlemen's Beef Board/NCBA (Beef Checkoff) (projects), 1998; National Pork Board (Pork Checkoff), 2003; United Soybean Board (Soybean Checkoff), 1995 (all Hugh Whaley); Wisconsin Soybean Council (projects), (Kiersten McCarty); Ohio Soybean Council (projects), 1999 (Marisa Snyder)

PR ag accts: Monsanto Canada, 2003; Propane Education & Research Council (ag communications) (projects), 2002 (Hugh Whaley); American Soil Technologies, Inc. (projects), 2003 (Jeff Whetstine); Monsanto (Bollgard, Asgrow, DeKalb, Hartz, Roundup brands, Yieldgard brands), 1988 (Jennifer Turley); Intervet (Majestic, Prestige, Matrix), 2002 (Luke McKelvie); Delta King (Beltwide Cotton Genetics), 2002 (Patty Jolliffe); John Deere & Co. (Deere ag products), 1989 (Tom Bertoncin); Ag Water Technology (BIOLOC) (projects), 2002 (Hugh Whaley); Bayer Environmental Science (Canada), 1998 (Linda Parry)

PR farmer-funded accts: National Pork Board (Pork Checkoff), 2003; United Soybean Board (Soybean Checkoff), 1995 (both Hugh Whaley); Wisconsin Soybean Council (projects), (Kiersten McCarty); Ohio Soybean Council (projects), 1999 (Marisa Snyder)

OSTER & ASSOCIATES, INC.

6225 Lusk Blvd, Suite A, San Diego, CA 92592;

856/535-8101, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.osterads.com

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 9

Pres: Bev Oster ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Karin Oster ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Terri Henry ([e-mail])

Bus Dev: Mykel Sprinkles ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Kent's Bromeliad Nursery (flowers), 2001 (Bev Oster); KRC Rock (natural stone and boulder supply), 2003; Miramar Wholesale Nurseries (trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials), 1995; The Brass Baron (fountains and statuary), 2003 (all Sarah Mettee)

PR ag accts: KRC Rock (natural stone and boulder supply), 2063; Miramar Wholesale Nurseries (trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials), 1995; The Brass Baron (fountains and statuary), 2003 (all Sarah Mettee)

PR WORKS

243 Edgartown Rd, Suite 239, PO Box 9000,

Edgartown, MA 02539-9000; 508/627-6949,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 1986

Pres/Principal PR Editor: Joseph Feeks ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Newsham Genetics (swine genetics), 2002

PR ag accts: Newsham Genetice (swine genetics), 2002; Alpharma (swine feed additives) (projects), 2002; American Scientific Laboratories Inc. (poultry health), 1999; Novartis (Econor), 2002; Schering-Plough Animal Health (swine vaccines), 1997; The Sulphur Institute (sulphur fertilizer), 1986

PADILLA SPEER BEARDSLEY

1161 West River Pkwy, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN

55415; 612/455-1700, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.psbpr.com

Year established: 1961

Number of employees: 25

Pres: Lynn Casey ([e-mail])

VP/New Bus Contact: Greg Smith ([e-mail])

PR ag accts: BASF Professional Vegetation Management (Arsenal, Chopper, Onestep, Plateau, Sahara, Weedmaster), 2002 (Christine Davis, Vince Bossany); BASF Turf & Ornamental (Emerald, Drive, Curalan, Insignia, Image, Pendulum), 2003 (Chris Higgins)

THE PAULLUS AGENCY

(formerly Wernimont & Paullus)

(See advertisement in this section)

Renaissance Ranch/Client Conference Center,

PO Box 85, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146; 583/588-2989,

FAX: [phone]

Administrative offices: The Paullus Agency,

PO Box 10260, Cedar Rapids, IA 52410-0260,

319/362-1333, FAX: [phone]

Year established: 1985

Pres/Creative Dir: Greg Paullus

Agency Mgr: JoAnn Bervid-Carstensen

Ad ag accts: Syngenta Seeds, 1995; Schils America, 1997; ProFarmer Newsletter, 2000; National Association of Farm Broadcasters, 2001; Deere & Company Parts and Service, 2002

PAULSEN MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

3510 S. First Ave Cir, Sioux Falls, SD 57106;

605/336-1745, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.paulsenmarketing.com

Year established: 1951

Nurnber of employees: 24

Pres: Thane Paulsen ([e-mail])

VP/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Greg Guse ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Mark Smither ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Kristi Moss ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Mindy Jaqua ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Jane Yount

Ad ag accts: Ecolab Inc. (ag products group) (projects), 1993; Kubota Tractor, 2000 (both Dort Keiper); Worthington Ag Parts (new/used tractor and combine parts), 1986 (Shane Dailey); Grain States Soya (Soy Best soybean meal), 1999 (Dort Keiper); Prince Agri Products (Chromax chromium tripicolinate), 1995; Ridley Block Operations (Crystalyx brand supplements), 1996 (both Greg Guse); Den Besten Seed (hybrid seed), 2001; Hubbard Feeds (livestock feeds), 1992 (both Shane Dailey); Raven Flow Control (ag chem application monitors/GPS), 2002 (Toby Kane)

Ad farmer-funded accts: South Dakota Soybean Council (soybean promotion) (projects), 1992 (Greg Guse)

PR ag accts: Grain States Soya (Soy Best soybean meal), 1999 (Dort Keiper); Prince Agri Products (Chromax chromium tripicolinate), 1995; Ridley Block Operations (Crystalyx brand supplements), 1996 (both Greg Guse); Den Besten Seed (hybrid seed), 2001; Hubbard Feeds (livestock feeds), 1992 (both Shane Dailey); Raven Flow Control (ag chem application monitors/GPS), 2002 (Toby Kane); Cooperative Credit (ag financial services), 1999 (Shane Dailey)

PR farmer-funded accts: South Dakota Soybean Council (soybean promotion) (projects), 1992 (Greg Guse); Minnesota Soybean Council (soybean promotion) (projects), 2002 (Dort Keiper)

DAN PIPKIN ADVERTISING AGENCY, INC.

429 N. Walnut St, Danville, IL 61832; 217/446-1021,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.danpipkinadvertising.com

Year established: 1971

Number of employees: 8

Acct Supervisor: Brad Pipkin

PORTER & ASSOCIATES

4900 University Ave, Suite 101, West Des Moines,

IA 50266; 515/221-4900, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.porterandassociates.com

Year established: 1981

Number of employees: 15

CEO: Tom Porter ([e-mail])

VP/Ag Acct Dir: Al Setka ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Abe Goldstien ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Lori Strum ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Brett Adams ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Annetts Halbur ([e-mail])

New Bus Contact: Kris Moorman ([e-mail]) Ad ag accts: Syrvet (veterinary supplies) (projects), 1999 (Ryan Crowell); Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (ag assn), 1996; NPPC/World Pork Expo (trade show management), 2002 (both Al Setka); Featherlite (trailer, transporter and luxury motorcar manufacturer), 1999 (Marshall Porter)

Ad farmer-funded accts: NPPC/World Pork Expo (trade show management), 2002 (Al Setka); Iowa Pork Producers Association (producer education, consumption promotion), 1997 (Lori Strum)

PR ag accts: Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (ag assn), 1996; NPPC/World Pork Expo (trade show management), 2002 (both Al Setka); Featherlite (trailer, transporter and luxury motorcar manufacturer), 1999 (Marshall Porter); Iowa Pork Producers Association (producer education, consumption promotion), 1997 (Lori Strum)

POVENMIRE AGRIMARKETING

11423 E. 15th St, Independence, MO 64052;

816/252-4353, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.povenmireag.com

Year established: 2002

Number of employees: 3

Ad ag accts: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc, (projects); Colleen Callahan Communications; National Association of Farm Broadcasters, 2001

PR ag accts: Colleen Callahan Communications; National Association of Farm Broadcasters, 2001

PROM KROG ALTSTIEL, INC.

11053 N. Towne Square Rd, Mequon, WI 53092;

262/241-9414, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.pkamar.com

Year established: 1986

Number of employees: 14

Pres: Bruce Prom ([e-mail])

Partner/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Steve Krog ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Tom Altstiel ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Carrie Woldt-Rolfs ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Patience Frankel

Ad ag accts: Renk Seeds (hybrid corn, soybeans, alfalfa), 1992 (Steve Krog); Vets Plus (Animal health products), 2002; Westfalia-Surge (Dairy systems & supplies), 1995 (Steve Krog)

PR ag accts: Vets Plus (Animal health products), 2002; Westfalia-Surge (Dairy systems & supplies), 1995 (Steve Krog)

PUBLICIS DIALOG *

424 Second Ave W., Seattle, WA 98119;

206/285-2222, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.publicis-usa.com

Year established: 1927

RESULTS MARKETING

2224 E. 12th St, Davenport, IA 52803-3709;

583/322-2065, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.resultsimc.com

Year established: 1996

Number of employees: 8

Pres: David Aeschliman ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Kathy Bauman ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Cornelius Seed (corporate), 1998; Great Western Supply (corporate), 1997; Hertz Farm Management (corporate), 1998; Swiss Valley Farms (milk and cultured products), 1998 (all Dave Aeschliman); Deere & Co. Credit Union (corporate), 2000 (Kathy Bauman)

PR ag accts: Cornelius Seed (corporate), 1998; Great Western Supply (corporate), 1997; Hertz Farm Managernent (corporate), 1998; Swiss Valley Farms (milk and cultured products), 1998 (all Dave Aeschliman); Deere & Co. Credit Union (corporate), 2000 (Kathy Baurnan)

RHEA & KAISER MARKETING

COMMUNICATIONS

(See advertisement in this section)

400 E. Diehl Rd, Suite 500, Naperville, IL 60563;

630/505-1100, FAX: [phone]

Branch office: 1822 E. NC Hwy 54, Suite 180,

Durham, NC 27713; 919/544-1121,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.rkconneet.com

Year established: 1978

Number of employees: 105

Pres: Stephen Rhea ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: John Van Kaiser ([e-mail])

VP/Acct Mgr Supervisor: Diane Martin ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Patsy Comella ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Barbara Warda

Controller: Linda Mark

Ad ag accts: AGCO Challenger Division (Agricultural Equipment), 2003 (Diane Martin); AGCO Parts Division (Parts Marketing) (projects), 2002 (Jim Haist); Ag Data (intellectual capital, database), 2001 (Brian Rund); GROWMARK, Inc. (ag services and supplies cooperative), 1981 (Diane Martin); Caterpillar Inc. (heavy equip), 2001; LandecAg, Inc. (Hybrid Seed Corn and Polymer Seed Coatings), 2002 (both Jim Haist); Pfizer Animal Health (dairy, beef and swine), 2001 (Kim Cooke); Bayer CropScience (Crop Protection Products), 1985 (Steve Rhea)

PR ag accts: Ag Data (intellectual capital, database), 2001 (Brian Rund); GROWMARK, Inc. (ag services and supplies cooperative), 1981 (Diane Martin); Caterpillar Inc. (heavy equip), 2001; LandecAg, Inc. (Hybrid Seed Com and Polymer Seed Coatings), 2002 (both Jim Haist); Pfizer Animal Health (dairy, beef and swine), 2001 (Kim Cooke); Bayer CropScience (Crop Pretection Products), 1985 (Steve Rhea)

PR farmer-funded accts: Cotton, Inc. (Dairy Feed Ingredients), 2003 (Brian Rund)

SAATCHI & SAATCHI ROWLAND

255 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY 14450; 585/249-6100,

FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.saatchibiz.com

Year established: 1933

Number of employees: 40

Ag Creative Dir: Kent Joshpe

Acct Dir: Brad Beck ([e-mail])

Controller: Josephine DiPasquale

HR Mgr: Tammy Wilkes

RON SCHERER & COMPANY

1839 Ghent Rd, Suite 220, PO Box 168, Columbia,

IL 62236; 618/281-6648, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.schererandcompany.com

Year established: 1994

Number of employees: 3

Pres: Ron Scherer ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: IL Soil Testing Assn, 1998; Professional Crop Consultants of Illinois, 1999; The Maschhoffs, Inc. (swine production), 2003; Trouw Nutrition USA (animal health & nutrition products), 1994 (all Ron Scherer a/e); Midwest Area River Coalition, 2000; Peoples Bank & Trust, 2003; Pro Brands LLC (animal health products for veterinariane), 2003 (all Scott Rodemich a/e)

Ad farmer-funded accts: National Corn Growers Assn (Commodity Classic, National Corn Yield Contest) (projects), 1994 (Ron Scherer a/e)

PR ag accts: IL Soil Testing Assn, 1998; Professional Crop Consultants of Illinois, 1999; The Maachhoffs, Inc, (swine production), 2003; Trouw Nutrition USA (animal health & nutrition products), 1994 (all Ron Scherer a/e); Midwest Area River Coalition, 2000; Peoples Bank & Trust, 2003; Pro Brands LLC (animal health products for veterinarians), 2003 (all Scott Rodemich a/e); IL Committee for Agricultural Education (projects), 1998; Midwest Greenhouse (hydroponic production) (projects), 2003; Mississippi Valley Equipment Assn, 2002; U.S. Livestock Genetics Export Inc., 2002 (all Ron Scherer a/e)

PR farmer-funded accts: National Corn Growers Assn (Natl Corn Yield Contest) (projects), 1994 (Ron Scherer a/e)

SCHLASSE GMBH FOR COMMUNICATIONS

Alte Freiheit 1, Wuppertal 42103; 49 202 24 54 81 2/

49 202 24 54 81 2, FAX: [phone] 202

24 42 45 6

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.schlasse.de

Year established: 1959

Number of employees: 7

Managing Dir: Jochen Krieger ([e-mail])

Managing Dir: Karlheinz Lohmann ([e-mail])

Acct Supv: Volker Koch ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: CNH Deutschland GmbH (tractors, combines, balers), 1993; Continental AG (agricultural tires), 1997; Monsanto (plant protection), 1999; Rabe Agrarsysteme (ploughs, drilling machines, cultivators), 2002 (all Volker Koch); I.G. Pflanzenzucht (seeds), 1998 (Volker Koch, Anja Schumacher); DSM Agro (fertilizers), 2000; PhytoBiotics (feed additives), 2000 (both Volker Koch, Wiebke Joester)

SETALA & ASSOCIATES

W12741 735th Ave, River Falls, WI 54022;

715/262-6336, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 1992

Number of employees: 1

Pres: Jon Setala ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: AgQuest (financial services), 1999; AgriBank (bonds) (projects), 2001; Brown Seed (seed), 1995; Truax (seeders), 1992 (all Jon Setala)

PR ag accts: Buy Ag Parts (machinery parts) (projects), 2000; Heartland Cap Funding (cap funds) (projects), 2001 (both Jon Setala)

THE SIGNATURE AGENCY

4515 Falls of Neuse Rd, Suite 450, Raleigh, NC

27609; 919/878-8989, 800/870-8700,

FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.signatureagency.com

Year established: 1987

Number of employees: 10

Pres: Sidney Reynolds ([e-mail])

Creative Dir: Robert Morrow ([e-mail])

Media Dir/Buyer: Rose Ramos ([e-mail])

New Bus Contact: Frank Timberlake ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Philip Morris USA (projects) (Anne Shelton); Kioti Tractor; United Phosphorus, Inc.; Greene Natural Fibers, Inc. (all Fritz Morrison)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Carolina Cotton Growers Cooperativa (Frank Timberlake); Tobacco Associates, Inc. (Anne Shelton)

PR ag accts: Philip Morris USA (projects); Phillip Morris International (projects); Leaf Tobacco Exporters Association (all Anne Shelton); Kioti Tractor; United Phosphorus, Inc.; Greene Natural Fibers, Inc. (all Fritz Morrison)

PR farmer-funded accts: Carolina Cotton Growers Cooperative (Frank Timberlake)

J. GREG SMITH, INC.

1004 Farnam St, Suite 102, Omaha, NE 68102;

402/444-1600, 866/281-5924, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 1970

Number of employees: 8

Pres/Ag Creative Dir: J. Greg Smith ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Jeff Smith

Ad ag accts: National Arbor Day Foundation (Conservation Trees), 1993 (Greg M. Smith a/e)

SOLUTIONS INC. RESULTS

THROUGH CREATIVE MARKETING

4725 Merle Hay Rd, Suite 107, Des Moines, IA

50322-1983; 515/247-0001, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.solutioneinc.com

Year established: 1987

Number of employees: 15

Pres: Keri Storjohann ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Greg Wilde ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Jolene Koopmann ([e-mail])

Client Svcs Dir: Eran Stadlman ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Darcey Sanford

Ad ag accts: Garst Seed Co. (corn, soybeans, sunflower, alfalfa, sorghum), 1988 (Doug Reynolds); Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. (swine division), 2000; Environmental Management Solutions, LLC, 2003 (both Evan Stadlman); Miraco (livestock waterers), 1990 (Greg Wilde); Advanta Cariada, Inc. (canola, sunflowers, corn) (projects), 2003 (Keri Storjohann); Gutwein Seeds (corn, soybeans), 1999; PSA Genetics (corn, soybeans, alfalfa), 1998 (both Susie Clouser)

STEPHAN & BRADY INC.

1850 Hoffman St, Madison, WI 63704;

608/241-4141, FA)(: 608/241-4246

Branch office: 333 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL

60025; 847/486-8400, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.stephanbrady.com

Year established: 1952

Number of employees: 48

Pres: George Whitely ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Din Ward Wixon

Ag Media Dir: Lorrie Fenstra ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Lisa Hartman

HR Mgr: Sue Moss

Controller: Frank Fueger

Ad farmer-funded accts: American Egg Board, 1998 (John Howeth); Wisconsin Beef Council, 2000 (Lisa Anderson); Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, 1986 (Lisa Hartman)

PR farmer-funded accts: Wisconsin Beef Council, 2000 (Lisa Anderson); Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, 1986 (Lisa Hartman)

STEPHENS & ASSOCIATES

ADVERTISING, INC.

7300 W. 110th St, Suite 530, Overland Park, KS

66210; 913/661-0910,800/466-0910,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.stephensad.com

Year established: 1980

Number of employees: 30

Pres: Chuck Stephens ([e-mail])

VP/Ag Acct Dir: Tom Apple ([e-mail])

Finance Dir/HR Mgr: Fran Kapleau ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Gary Custer ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Pat Reese ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Bayer Healtheare LLC, 1982 (Cathy McCormick); Golden Harvest Seeds, Inc., 1999 (David Hill); Brock Grain & Feed Systems (projects), 1999 (Ray Huss)

PR ag accts: Bayer Healthcare LLC, 1982 (Cathy McCormick); Golden Harvest Seeds, Inc., 1999 (David Hill); Brock Grain & Feed Systems (projects), 1999 (Ray Huss)

STRUCTURE INTERACTIVE

146 Monroe Center N.W., Suite 200, Grand Rapids,

MI 49503; 616/364-7423, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.structureinteractive.com

SWANSON RUSSELL ASSOCIATES

1222 P St, Lincoln, NE 66506; 402/437-6400,

FAX: [phone]

Branch Office: 14301 FNB Pkwy, Suite 312, Omaha,

NE 66154, 402/393-4940, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.sramarketing.com

Year established: 1962

Number of employees: 110

Pres: Steve Russell ([e-mail])

Exec VP/Ag Client Svcs Dir: Wes Neuhaus ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Kathleen Durkin ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Kay Wigle ([e-mail])

Media Strategist: Jon Peterson ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Carolynn Reed

Controller: Mike Babel

Ad ag accts: Claas Omaha (Lexion combine) (projects), 2001; DTN (projects), 2003 (both Steve Johnson); Nebraska State Fair, 1994 (Dave Hansen a/s, Terry Holt a/e); Becker Underwood, 2000 (Dave Wegener); NC+ Hybrids, 1986 (Jim Matya); Lindsay International Sales (Zimmatic), 1987; Lindsay Manufacturing Co. (Zimmatic, Greenfield, GrowSmart, LMC Secure), 1987; Snyder Industries, 1982 (all Steve Johnson); AGP (soybean processing, oil refining, grain marketing) (projects), 1994; Global Animal Management (livestock ID systems), 2001 (both Susan Voss); Schering-Plough Animal Health (Nuflor, Ralgro, Banamine, Estrumate, cattle vaccines, cattle parasiticides, swine vaccines), 1994 (Wes Neuhaus, Susan Voss)

Ad farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Alfalfa Marketing Association (projects), 1999 (Susan Voss)

PR ag accts: Nebraska State Fair, 1994 (Dave Hansen a/s, Terry Holt a/e); Becker Underwood, 2000 (Dave Wegener); NC+ Hybrids, 1988 (Jim Matya); Lindsay International Sales (Zimmatic), 1987; Lindsay Manufacturing Co. (Zimmatic, Greenfield, GrowSmart, LMC Secure), 1987; Snyder Industries, 1982 (all Steve Johnson); AGP (soybean processing, oil refining, grain marketing) (projects), 1994; Global Animal Management (livestock ID systems), 2001 (both Susan Voss); Schering-Plough Animal Health (Nuflor, Ralgro, Banamine, Estrumate, cattle vaccines, cattle parasiticides, swine vaccines), 1994 (Wes Neuhaus, Susan Voss); NE Foundation for Ag Awareness, 2002 (Steve Johnson)

PR farmer-funded accts: Nebraska Alfalfa Marketing Association (projects), 1999 (Susan Voss)

TRI-STATE ADVERTISING CO., INC.

307 S. Buffalo St, Warsaw, IN 46580; 574/267-5178,

FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.tri-stateadv.com

Year established: 1948

Number of employees: 11

Pres: Clayton R. Kreicker ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: April Menzie ([e-mail])

Sr VP: TJ Hartman ([e-mail])

Controller: Barbara J. Bolles ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Mier Products (driveway alarms, siren and instrument enclosures), 1990 (Clayton Kreicker); Claas of America (harvesting equipment), 1991 ; Claas Omaha, 2002; Precision Alliance Group (seed conditioning), 2003; Worksaver Inc. (three-point tractor accessories, ag, specialty farm, lawn and garden equipment), 1980 (all TJ Hartman)

PR ag accts: Claas of Amefica (harvesting equipment), 1991 ; Claas Omaha, 2002; Precision Alliance Group (seed conditioning), 2003; Worksaver Inc. (three-point tractor accessories, ag, specialty farm, lawn and garden equipment), 1980 (all TJ Hartman)

TRUITT COMMUNICATIONS

133 W. Market St, PMB#230, Indianapolis, IN

46204-2801; 317/409-9173

E-mail: [e-mail]

Year established: 2002

Number of employees: 4

Comms Consultant: Gary Truitt ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Kathleen A.S. Truitt ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Indiana Farm Direct (specialty crop Web portal), 2002 (Gary Truitt)

PR ag accts: Indiana Farm Direct (specialty crop Web portal), 2002; AgriAmerica Network (Weekly Commentary); Marion County 4-H (Brightwood Presentation) (projects), 2002 (all Gary Truitt)

TWO RIVERS MARKETING GROUP

502 East Locust, Des Moines, IA 50309;

515/557-2000, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.tworiversmarketing.com

Year established: 2000

Number of employees: 40

Partner: Tom Dunphy ([e-mail])

Assoc: Scott Clem ([e-mail])

Assoc: Greg Ehm ([e-mail])

Ad ag accts: Funk Manufacturing (Ag transmissions, axles & pump drives), 2003; John Deere Credit (Golf & Turf), 2002; John Deere Credit (Commercial & Consumer Equipment), 2003; John Deere Credit (Construction & Forestry), 2002; John Deere Power Systems (Engines), 2000; McCormick USA (McCormick tractors), 2003

PR ag accts: Funk Manufacturing (Ag transmissions, axles & pump drives), 2003; John Deere Credit (Golf & Turf), 2002; John Deere Credit (Commercial & Consumer Equipment), 2003; John Deere Credit (Construction & Forestry), 2002; John Deere Power Systems (Engines), 2000; McCormick USA (McCormick tractors), 2003; Bobcat Company, 2001

VISTACOMM

1401 North C Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104;

605/977-2100, 800/657-8070, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.vistacomm.com

Year established: 1997

Number of employees: 17

Pres: Bill Byrne ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Barbara Christen ([e-mail])

Gen Mgr: Troy Long ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Mgr: Tania Kocmick

Controller: Jeff Brands

WALDINGER CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS

1040 Park Ave, Suite 210, Baltimore, MD 21201;

410/244-1122, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.creativeW.com

Year established: 1989 Pres: Tom Waldinger ([e-mail])

VR Client Svcs: Ed Repasky ([e-mail])

Controller: Dawn Clark

WALZTETRICK ADVERTISING

6299 Nall Ave, Suite 300, Mission, KS 66202;

913/789-8778, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.walztetrick.com

Year established: 1967

Number of employees: 15

Pres: Charles Tetrick ([e-mail])

VP, Acct Svcs: Ed Clement ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Bev Bellinger ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir/Buyer: Joanna Cowel ([e-mail])

HR Mgr/Controller: Eric Lykins

Ad ag accts: DeLaval Inc. (dairy equipment), 2001 (Lesley Hause); Krause (tillage equipment, grain drills), 1998; P.B.I. Gordon (E-M-T gel) (projects), 1998 (both Ed Clement); Betamix; LLoyd Laboratories, (both Shannon Jeffries)

PR ag accts: Krause (tillage equipment, grain drills), 1998; P.B.I. Gordon (E-M-T gel) (projects), 1998 (both Ed Clement); Betamix; LLoyd Laboratories, (both Shannon Jeffries)

WEBER SHANDWICK

8000 Norman Ctr Dr, Minneapolis, MN 55437;

952/832-5000, FAX: [phone]

Branch Office: Chicago

Web site: www.webershandwick.com

Year established: 1972

Number of employees: 3

Exec VP: Bob Rumpza ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Sue Cyronek

Controller: Kelly Digrado

PR ag accts: Ecolab Inc., 1995 (Bob Rumpza); Archer Daniels Midland, 2000 (John Mose)

PR farmer-funded accts: Dairy Management Inc., 2000 (Bob Rumpza)

WERNIMONT & PAULLUS (sea The Paullus Agency)

WESLEY DAY ADVERTISING

1441 29th St, Suite 111, West Des Moines, IA

50266-6500; 515/224-9330, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.wesleyday.com

Year established: 1949

Number of employees: 12

Pres/Ag Client Svcs Dir: David Sanderson ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Wil Steinhart ([e-mail])

Ag Media Dir: Rachel Scott ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Dale Roberson ([e-mail])

HR Mgr: Phyllis Wheeler

Controller: Glen Nordman

Ad ag accts: AGRI Industries, 2001; AGCO (projects), 1997; U.S. Grain Storage Systems, 2003 (all Dale Roberson)

PR ag accts: AGCO (projects), 1997; U.S. Grain Storage Systems, 2003

WINNING FORMULA COMMUNICATIONS

1000 Executive Pkwy, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO

63141; 314/317-9964, FAX: [phone]

Web site: www.winningformula.com

Year established: 2000

Number of employees: 5

Pres: George Csolak ([e-mail])

PR ag accts: Certified Crop Advisers, 2002; Monsanto (Roundup/Conservation Tillage), 1997; National Association of Conservation Districts (advisory/creative projects); National Christmas Tree Association, 2002

WOODRUFF COMMUNICATIONS

(Sea advertisament in this section)

515 Cherry St, Suite 300, Columbia, MO 65201;

573/875-7917, 888/300-7485, FAX: [phone]

Branch office: 2431 37th Ave N.E., Calgary, AB

2TE 6Y7, 403/291-2922, FAX: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Web site: www.woodruffcommunications.com

Year established: 1992

Number of employees: 17

Pres: Terry Woodruff ([e-mail])

Ag Creative Dir: Steve Engle ([e-mail])

Ag Media Buyer: Susan Kincaid ([e-mail])

Ag Client Svcs Dir: Scott Kington (kington @woodruffco.com)

Ad ag accts: Kubota Tractor Corporation (ag/specialty tractors, construction equipment) (projects), 1999 (Bill Costello); Y-Tex Corp. (livestock products) (projects), 1999 (Steve Engle); Arvesta Canada, Inc. (Maestro, Elevate, Orthene, Monitor, Decree), 2003; Arvesta Corporation (Captan, Elevate, Everest, Chloropicrin, Midas, corporate), 2000 (both Scott Kington)

PR ag accts: Arvesta Canada, Inc. (Maestro, Elevate, Orthene, Monitor, Decree), 2003; Arvesta Corporation (Captan, Elevate, Everest, Chloropicrin, Midas, corporate), 2000 (both Scott Kington); Harris Moran Seed Co. (commercial vegetable seed), 1999 (Steve Engle)