digital divide

Grange Continues To Grow, Continues To Address Rural Issues
Grange Continues To Grow, Continues To Address Rural Issues
Grange Continues To Grow, Continues To Address Rural Issues
Despite fraternal organizations nationwide struggling to gain and retain members, the National Grange says it is bucking that trend.  During the organization’s 156th Annual Convention in Sparks, NV, last month, Betsy Huber, President of the Grange announced membership grew more than 3% between July 2021 and June 2022, despite pressures from the pandemic.   Huber ...
AEM: Now Is The Time To Close The Connectivity Gap
AEM: Now Is The Time To Close The Connectivity Gap
AEM: Now Is The Time To Close The Connectivity Gap
Without a reliable digital connection, American farmers cannot fully embrace the new tools and technologies allowing producers to meet the needs and demands of tomorrow, according to the Association of Equipment Manufactures.  The organization said now is the time for lawmakers, organizations, and other to come together to close the connectivity gap that exists across much of rural America.  Curt
UI Rolls Out Program To Help Rural Residents Work From Home
UI Rolls Out Program To Help Rural Residents Work From Home
UI Rolls Out Program To Help Rural Residents Work From Home
University of Idaho Extension is out with a new program that the school said will prepare Idahoans and communities to take advantage of the digital economy and the opportunities that will be available.   “As all of this effort to expand broadband across the state is happening, how do we make sure that our communities are ready to fully take advantage of that?" said Amb...
AFBF: Digital Divide Must Be Closed
AFBF: Digital Divide Must Be Closed
AFBF: Digital Divide Must Be Closed
It’s a story you hear repeated across the agriculture sector.  Broadband access is very important, if not vital, for farmers in this age of technology.  American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said farmers need access to remain competitive, especially in a struggling agriculture economy.   "It to...
AFBF: Digital Divide Must Be Closed
It’s a story you hear repeated across the agriculture sector.  Broadband access is very important, if not vital, for farmers in this age of technology.  American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said farmers need access to remain competitive, especially in a struggling agriculture economy.   "It touche...