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Combined Convention and Trade Show of the
National Corn Growers Association
and American Soybean Association


Growers on the “Classic Track” Visit a Premier Trade Show
December 10, 2002
Countdown to Classic -- 79 Days Until Commodity Classic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Gary Bradley, NCGA 636-733-9004
Jill Wagenblast (ASA) 314-576-1770

ST. LOUIS (December 10, 2002) -- Commodity Classic, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C., February 27-March 1, 2003, will include a nearly 700-booth trade show that provides corn and soybean growers with access to the latest agriculture technology and products. Commodity Classic is the eighth annual convention and trade show of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and American Soybean Association (ASA).

“Commodity Classic includes one of agriculture’s largest trade shows with exceptional participation by leading agriculture businesses in the U.S.,” said NCGA President Fred Yoder. “Many of the top decision makers at these businesses are available for growers to talk with.”

ASA President Dwain Ford said, “At the trade show, growers can ask questions and compare features of many products and services. There will be a variety of equipment on display, along with demonstrations and giveaways.”

In addition, Commodity Classic offers a wide variety of educational seminars and learning sessions that provide producers with the latest industry information on topics such as trade, biotechnology, marketing, renewable fuels and the future of agriculture.

A complete listing of the trade show exhibitors and educational seminars, as well as other event details, can be found on the official Commodity Classic web site at: www.commodityclassic.com. For more information or to register, call 636-928-3700.





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