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| Last year’s
Commodity Classic trade show in Las Vegas featured nearly 700
exhibitors. The 2005 Classic in Austin, Texas, offers an even
bigger trade show and a comprehensive educational program. |
Commodity
Classic Showcases Latest Technology and Offers Need-to-Know Information
(01-05-05)
Some of the nation’s
top corn and soybean farmers and agribusiness leaders will be finding
ways they can be more successful in their operations at Commodity
Classic Feb. 24-26 in Austin, Texas. The trade show for this premier
agricultural event will display the latest technology, equipment
and products, while the convention will offer seminars that educate
and enlighten growers on the topics and issues that matter to them.
Commodity Classic is
the annual convention and trade show presented by the National Corn
Growers Association (NCGA) and American Soybean Association (ASA).
More than 700 booths
will fill the Commodity Classic trade show, where farmers will have
the opportunity to talk with agribusiness and industry leaders representing
nearly 200 businesses and organizations. Growers will have direct
access to the latest information about a variety of products, equipment
and services that can impact their bottom line.
“As we prepare
to head out into the fields for the 2005 planting season, Commodity
Classic provides the perfect opportunity to exploit the latest in
technology, equipment and information,” NCGA President Leon
Corzine said. “Growers will leave Austin armed with all the
tools that will help them be even more successful come fall.”
“Farmers will find
a wealth of information waiting for them at Commodity Classic,”
said ASA President Neal Bredehoeft.” An outstanding trade
show and top notch seminars will provide growers with information
and ideas they can use to impact the profitability of their daily
operation.”
The 2005 Commodity Classic
General Session will feature a panel of experts discussing the concept
of “Growing America’s Future.” In addition, there
will be an energetic and motivational presentation by Olympic skier
and professional speaker Vince Poscente. To wrap up Commodity Classic
on February 26, a special “Evening of Entertainment”
will feature a performance by the country music group Restless Heart.
Austin, the live music
capital of the world, provides a casual and creative atmosphere
for enjoying the entertainment, cultural and historic attractions
of the area. It’s a perfect place to bring the whole family.
For more information
about the 2005 Commodity Classic, or to register for the event,
visit www.commodityclassic.com or call (636) 928-3700.