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Farm Journal Corporation has provided agricultural news for nearly 125 years, and will likely print its flagship "Farm Journal" 'til the cows come home. The company publishes agricultural magazines and provides related information via print and electronic media to farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness. Publications include "Beef Today, Top Producer," and "Diary Today," while its Internet interests are served through a stake in AgWeb.com, which features online versions of its print magazines, as well as weather reports, market information, and agricultural e-commerce services. Farm Journal also produces two nationally syndicated television programs and one radio program.
COMPETITION |
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Meredith Corporation (MDP)
Vance Publishing Corporation (dossier)
eMerge Interactive, Inc. (EMRG)
DEALS |
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Deal: Safeguard Scientifics, Madison Dearborn Partners, Farm Journal Form Alliance
Date Announced: 01.10.00
Value of transaction (US $Mil): 0
Description: Internet holding company, investment group and agricultural publication join forces to launch AgWeb.com, an agriculture portal.
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
1999 Sales (mil.): 20.00
1-Yr. Sales Growth: (20.0)%
Employees: 400
Revenue per employee: $50,000.00
KEY PEOPLE |
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Andy Weber
CEO
William McCuiston
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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1500 Market St., Centre Sq. West
Philadelphia, PA 19102
US
Phone: 215-557-8900
Fax: 215-568-4436
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