They managed a great conference on ethanol recently in Kansas City. Now it’s time for a broader conference in China. They are BBI International. I just wish it didn’t conflict with deer season in Missouri!

Just as our Sec. of Ag departed on his trip to China, Bunge announced their plans to grow into the country. Looks like trade will be picking up with this huge new market area.

Bruce C. Burton Appointed Chief Executive Officer of Sun World International, LLC.

I introduced you to Jack Schultz a while back. I just found out that he received a very nice award. That’s because I subscribe to his Agurban newsletter.

Now that’s what I’m talking about. Go to the opening event for a little ag-itude adjustment! I can’t be there though, bummer. Maybe they’ll send along some pictures to share.

Want to know how the “largest retail farm & ranch store chain” is doing? Just log onto their webcast.

This is what I call a “revolutionary” way to get out and solicit some business. I’m thinking AgWired Bus! Nothing like borrowing a good idea. Of course it would have to have satellite high speed internet access but wouldn’t that be a cool way to blog around the countryside? In fact, I’ve suggested that New American Farm’s Ben Allen do just that so we know what’s happening on this tour each day!

Brian Legried has accepted the position of president for Cofina Financial, LLC. Legried comes to Cofina Financial from Farm Credit Leasing where his most recent role was a senior vice president of sales and marketing.