The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) honored Representatives Jim Baird of Indiana and Jimmy Panetta of California with its 2023 Legislator of the Year awards. Each year, ARA recognizes top legislators who have championed the issues of importance to agriculture and agriculture suppliers.
The American Soybean Association presented industry awards during the recent Commodity Classic. ASA recognized Steve Pitstick, Illinois, with its Distinguished Leadership Award. Dr. Gary List, retired research chemist, was presented with the Pinnacle Award, and Theresia Gillie of Minnesota received the Outstanding State Volunteer Award.
The March Coffee and Collaboration presented by the Livestock Publications Council will be on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 10 a.m. CT. This session is titled “Mentoring: A two-way street” with Angie Denton, Emily Grund, and Lauren Gatz – Kansas State University.
Agri-Pulse announced the promotion of Steve Davies to Deputy Managing Editor, effective immediately.
Join the Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City on Wednesday, March 27, for a monthly luncheon meeting featuring Congressman Sam Graves. The Congressman was the first speaker hosted by the Ag Business Council in October 2003, and the group is delighted to have him back 20 years later.
The Renewable Fuels Association released its 2024 Ethanol Industry Outlook and Pocket Guide as a kickoff to the 29th annual National Ethanol Conference in San Diego. The annual publications serve as the go-to source of ethanol industry information, facts, and statistics, and follow the NEC theme of “Powered by Partnerships.”
American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President & CEO Andy LaVigne announced the promotion of two staff members. Pat Miller has been promoted to Senior Director, Special Projects; and Jordan Gregory has been promoted to Director, State Government Affairs.
The National Cotton Ginners Association announced the recipients of the Cotton Ginner of the Year Award and Distinguished Service Award.
The National Cotton Council’s National Cotton Ginners Association also announced its officers for 2024.
On Wednesday, February 28, in Houston, Texas, over 250 people gathered to celebrate the 24 National Winners for the 2023 contest. Wheat growers and partners from all segments of the wheat industry gathered to honor the achievements of these growers and share ideas on how to achieve both high yield and high-quality wheat. An exciting announcement was shared during this event, the reveal of the new contest website! All wheat growers will need to register on the new site, found at www.wheatcontest.org.
