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NCGA Leaders Congratulate CEO Tolman on Agri-Marketing Award

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (February 29, 2008) – Leaders of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) said they are delighted and proud at the National Agri-Marketing Association announcement that NCGA CEO Rick Tolman has been named Agribusiness Leader of the Year.

The award honors outstanding leaders in agribusiness, education, government service or other agribusiness related areas who exemplify excellence in agribusiness by their significant contributions to the industry.
 
“We congratulate Rick on this prestigious award,” said NCGA President Ron Litterer. “His commitment and dedication is apparent in the many accomplishments that benefit agriculture, especially in the areas of ethanol, trade, transportation, biotechnology, and farm policy.”

Noting Tolman’s efforts to dispel prevalent myths about corn ethanol, NCGA Chairman Ken McCauley said, “We couldn’t be more pleased. Rick is an outspoken champion for agriculture and this honor is well deserved.”

NCGA leaders and producers are at Commodity Classic, the combined tradeshow and convention of corn, soybean and wheat producers.  “We are celebrating one or most successful Commodity Classic events yet,” said Bob Dickey, NCGA first vice president.  “This is one more reason to celebrate.”

Tolman will receive the award April 17 at the 2008 Agri-Marketing Conference in Kansas City, Mo.

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