- T. Boone Pickens will bring his message addressing the energy crisis to farmers, ranchers and rural landowners with a special edition RFD-TV “LIVE” television broadcast, which will originate from RFD-TV’s Nashville studios on Wednesday evening, Oct. 29, beginning at 8pm ET/7P CT. A repeat of Pickens’ RFD-TV Town Hall meeting will be rebroadcast on both Thursday, Oct. 30 at 10am ET /9A CT and again at 3am ET/2A CT on Sunday, Nov. 2.
- Jay Vroom, president and chief executive officer of CropLife America, has announced the appointment of CLA’s board of directors. CLA made the announcement during its annual meeting Sept. 28-30 in Orlando, Fla. Click here for the full list of appointees and executive committee members.
- The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) unveiled its Power Pro Program during the 2008 GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky. Developed by the association’s OPE Dealer Council, the program offers accreditation to dealers who operate their businesses under a universal set of standards that measure sales and service performance. For more information, click here.
- The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) announced the hiring of two ethanol industry veterans who will bring unparalleled expertise to the organization. Jim Redding will come on board as the Vice President for Industry Relations, effective Nov. 1. Also joining the RFA as Director of Market Development is Robert White.
