The President and CEO of Bunge North America is Carl Hausmann. He was part of a panel today at the World Agricultural Forum that addressed the needs of food, fuel, fiber and water. I interviewed Carl after the session and asked what he thought one of the main concerns was that people expressed here. He says that when it comes …
WAF President Sees Ag As Economic Engine For Growth
The president of the World Agricultural Forum is Raymond Cesca, pictured here to the left of Leonard Guarraia. I interviewed Ray in between sessions earlier today about what he hopes to see accomplished. He says the theme of investing in agriculture is meant to be about more than just food and fuel but about successful business models and food production. …
Press Conference With Dr. Rajashekara Reddy
Another key figure on the program today at the World Agricultural Forum was the Hon. Dr. Rajashekara Reddy, Chief Minister, Andhra Pradesh, India. He participated in the opening session then held a press conference this afternoon. I recorded his press conference for you. In it he was first asked about the price of seed in India and what he thought …
Deere CEO Addresses World Agricultural Forum
One of the first speakers on the program here at the World Agricultural Forum was Robert Lane, Chairman and CEO of Deere & Company. I’ve got his full comments here for you to listen to if you’d like. It’s about 22 minutes. In it he speaks to the topic of investing in agriculture to create prosperity, the theme of the …
World Agricultural Forum Founder Describes Mission
The founder and CEO of the World Agricultural Forum is Leonard Guarraia. After he welcomed everyone to this year’s Forum I was able to talk with him briefly about the mission of the Forum and what he hopes gets accomplished here. He says they want to bring together leaders from around the world for discussion, get the press to listen …
World Agricultural Forum Chairman James Bolger
Leading off today’s program here at the World Agricultural Forum is the Chairman, the Rt. Honorable James Bolger, ONZ. He moderated the opening discussion which included presentations with Robert White, Chairman and CEO, Deere & Co. and His Excellency, Hon. Dr. Rajashekara Reddy, Chief Minister, Andhra Pradesh, India. I spoke to Mr. Bolger after their session to get a sense …
World Agricultural Forum 2007
The main room for the World Agricultural Forum is set up in a kind of arena style with participants at tables on risers around a central podium and table where groups of speakers gather and talk on a specific subject. I’m here to cover the event for the next day and then I’ll be seeking the help of the Mizzou …
Paul McKellips Report From Iraq
It is great to hear from Paul McKellips again. He’s back for his 3rd stint behind the scenes in Iraq and finding the good news our mainstream media doesn’t want us to know. Good news just wouldn’t do in their politically motivated style of reporting. So as long as Paul keeps doing it, I’ll keep posting it. You can listen …
New Japan Director for U. S. Wheat Associates
Mr. Wataru “Charlie” Utsunomiya will be the new Japan country director for U. S. Wheat Associates beginning June 1. I am so glad we can call him Charlie. Mr. Utsunomiya started his career as a grain trader with Japan’s Marubeni Corporation and has held various management positions with the company for 30 years. Mr. Utsunomiya is currently chairman of Columbia …
IFAJ Trailer on YouTube
You know I’m a big fan of the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) so when I saw a link to an “IFAJ Trailer” I had to YouTube it for you. Cindy and I just made our reservations for the IFAJ Congress this fall in Japan. The early registration deadline is today. Nothing like waiting until the last minute, eh? …