AEMs Most Well-Read Blogs and Bylines of 2024

Construction Aggregates 101: What They Are (and Why They Matter) -- Aggregates are often overlooked when we talk about the construction industry today, says AEMs Senior Director of Construction Sara Fueling. This article discusses what aggregates are, what they’re used for, and why they’re important to our industry. 

The Rural Migration Trend: What to Make of It, Why It's Happening and Where It's Headed -- Americans are moving to rural areas in ever-increasing numbers, reflecting their increased desire to seek out more space, embrace entrepreneurial opportunities, and take advantage of a lower cost of living, explains Danny Gavin, AEM communications coordinator. 

Third Generation Continues Midwest Manufacturer Harper Industry's Family Legacy -- Greg Wartgow, special to AEM, interviews a third-generation employee of Harper Industries, Jessica Penner Race. Penner Race has the manufacturing business in her blood – her father, Tim Penner, has been the CEO of Harper Industries since 1998, and he aims to continue the family legacy.  

Opportunity Knocks: Hiring Neurodiverse Candidates Can Be a Win-Win For Employers and Jobseekers Alike -- Making hiring processes more suitable for neurodiverse candidates takes a ton of work. But in the end, organizations can end up generating social impact, fostering a more inclusive workplace, and – more than anything else – employing talented, productive, and loyal employees, says AEM Director of Industry Communication Mike Schmidt.  

Industrial Robotics and Cybersecurity: How Manufacturers Can Minimize Risk and Ensure Safe Operation -- AEM member TÜV Rheinland explores how industrial robots are improving in terms of capability and performance, and how their use across manufacturing and associated industries where fast, accurate, and repetitive work is required is rapidly increasing.  

Flexible Work Arrangements in Manufacturing: 5 Tactics for Employers to Consider – The industry’s workforce problem isn’t going away. In fact, it’s getting worse, says AEMs Julie Davis, senior vice president of people strategy. So, it’s time for manufacturers to tackle workforce talent attraction, development, and retention by making this year one where they create the flexible manufacturing environment employees both want and deserve. 

5 Modern Dairy Industry Benefits to Acknowledge and Celebrate -- AEM's Austin Gellings, Director of Agriculture Services explains that AEM’s Dairy Leadership Group put together an informational flyer detailing the top benefits in modern milking today. Listed in this article are five benefits, along with why they are so important to our industry.

CNH on Creating Change Through Sustainable Innovation -- CNH is one of many great examples of AEM member companies working to advance sustainable practices and support best practices for a more viable world, all while spreading positivity in surrounding communities, says AEM Communications Coordinator Danny Gavin. 

Commodity Classic 2024: Where Agriculture’s Present and Future Collide -- Known for providing all the answers, solutions, information, and insights farmers are looking for to ensure long-term efficiency, profitability, and improvement, the 2024 edition of the show built upon its reputation as a uniquely valuable ag experience for exhibitors and attendees alike, says John Rozum, AEM Senior Director of Industry Sectors. 

5 Common Modern Dairy Industry Myths Debunked -- AEM’s Dairy Leadership Group put together an informational flyer detailing the top myths that are prevalent in modern milking today. Listed below are five, as well as some details and perspective as to why they’re simply not true, explains Austin Gellings, AEM Director of Agricultural Services.