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JUNE 2014
Business Solutions
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Agriculture is more important than ever,
and will continue
to be, with an expected world population of nine billion that will need to be fed
by 2050. As a local provider in a rural and agricultural community, Blue Valley Tele-
Communications (BVTC) takes a strong interest in this industry. That’s why we chose
to focus on agriculture and its use of technology in this issue of
Business Solutions
.
On page 3, you’ll read about the first-ever
Agriculture/Broadband Summit,
hosted and
cosponsored by BVTC. This event was geared toward improving cooperation between
the agriculture industry and another industry we care a lot about: broadband/data.
This issue’s Business Spotlight on pages 4 and 5 features
Landoll Corporation,
a
company that’s upgrading its technology to improve the way it develops, produces,
and delivers farming and other types of equipment. In addition to being known for
manufacturing innovations, Landoll Corporation is recognized for supporting the
local community and promoting rural living.
Next, find out if you believe any of the
Common Misconceptions About Internet
Speeds
on page 6. This article demystifies the realities of Internet speeds, and gives
examples of how much impact speed can have on businesses in any industry.
Then, on page 7, explore a free service that can help you make important decisions
with critical business data. You’ll learn how
SizeUp Provides Free Market Research
for businesses in agriculture, IT, or anything in between.
Whether you’re growing crops or growing your client list, BVTC is always here to
help with communications solutions. Don’t hesitate to get in touch and let us know
how we can assist!
Sincerely,
Brian Thomason
General Manager/CEO
Blue Valley Tele-Communications
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