Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance®Four-wheel drive (4WD) refers to vehicles in which the engine powers all four wheels at the same time. These vehicles often allow drivers to switch from two- to four-wheel drive as conditions require. The 4WD setting is very popular for going off-road into the thick of nature."The byproduct of seeing nature this way is that you gain respect for it,” says Bruce Elfstrom, the CEO of Overland Experts, an East Haddam, Conn.-based off-road driving ...

JIM THRIFT, KEN MANNING HONORED BY AG RETAILERS ASSNDec. 13, 2012Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) reports: ARA presented two awards to recognize specific individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry at its annual conference held last week in San Diego. Jim Thrift Receives the Jack Eberspacher Lifetime Achievement Award ARA was pleased to present this year's Jack Eberspacher Lifetime Achievement Award to ARA's former Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and ...

THE PASSING OF KEVIN EBLENDec. 19, 2012Source: Monsanto blog This fall, many were shocked to hear of the passing of Kevin Eblen, 46. Eblen's sudden passing came as a surprise to friends, family and others in the industry who remember him for his zest for life. Eblen was a self-described "Iowa farm kid," proud of his hometown of Creston. He rose through the ranks of FFA in high school earning his American FFA degree at the 59th National FFA Convention, where he was Iowa's candidate for Star ...

Find out how black ice forms and how to recognize it for a safer driveBrought to you by Nationwide Insurance®Call it the invisible menace. Black ice hides in shadowy seclusion, in the worst travel conditions, waiting to do damage to motorists."The term, ‘black ice,’ is a misnomer,” says Dennis Madden, CEO of the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association. "It’s actually just a patch of smooth, clear ice. Because it’s clear, all you see is the roadway below. In fact, the only real ...

5 Car Noises You Shouldn’t Ignore Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance® When it comes to car clunks and bangs, ignorance isn’t bliss.Here's a multiple choice question. What do you do when you hear a funny noise from your vehicle? A. Ignore itB. Convince yourself that it's coming from the car next to youC. Turn up your stereo so you can't hear itD. None of the above The answer should be D. When your ride is making odd sounds—whether they're squeals, scrapes, pings or pows—it's telling you ...

Drive Safely After DarkDo you hate driving at night? You’re hardly alone. In fact, 7 out of 10 drivers in the U.S. fear evening driving because of the lack of visibility, according to an industry study. Nearly 40 percent of those surveyed are worried about hitting a person or an animal, and one-quarter are concerned about not seeing road markings. With this in mind, consider these preventive measures to help you make it safely down the road. Prep for Success Before you head ...

Cassandra LannenCassandra is a senior in animal science from Glasgow and is a member of Alpha Zeta and Circle K. I chose to attend MSU's College of Agriculture because it is one of the best schools in Montana. I also had a tuition waiver for any in-state college. MSU's pre-vet program is a great preparation for vet school. I received the Harry Cockrum Memorial Scholarship, the Frank R. Beckley Scholarship, the Thomas D. Campbell Memorial Scholarship, and the Christy Foundation ...

Global Industries, Inc. is pleased to announce that Larry L. Groce has been appointed Vice President, Business Development and Strategic Accounts. According to Doug Fargo, President and CFO for Global Industries, "We are pleased that Larry has accepted this position, and look forward to having him on our sales and marketing team. Larry brings more than thirty years of experience in sales, marketing and business development, in both the domestic and international markets. ...

If you’re taking a long road trip, you need to plan in advance. And we’re not just talking about packing. "Highway hypnosis” is quite common when travelers haven’t prepared for the endurance demands of an extended haul. In fact, more than 60 percent of drivers say they’ve gotten behind the wheel while drowsy, according to a survey by mattress retailer Sleepy’s. With that statistic in mind, you should take steps to prepare for long drives before you get behind the wheel—and to stay ...

Congratulations to Montana members Jamie Inglis and Cassandra Lannen for being named the 2012 Keith Memorial Scholarship recipients. The Keith Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by Dr. James and Florance Keith, provides scholarships for exceptional members of the Montana Chapter of Alpha Zeta at Montana State University. Jamie Inglis, 22, grew up in the city of Central Point, Oregon where she graduated from Crater High School as Salutatorian with a 4.02 GPA. In fall 2009, ...