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Whether an agricultural enterprise grows corn, cotton, grain or cattle, the information contained in the six sections listed here covers subjects most important to any modern farm owner. Consider this site a one-stop shop for in-depth industry reports, technical guides, news impacting the field and a variety of resources that can make profitability a probability!
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AGRI-Trade 2008 Expo featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits for all aspects of the agricultural industry. Visited by more than 80,000 patrons annually. Includes more than 350 exhibitors. Activities will include: an exhibitor reception, collector toy show, and farm and student awards. Registration Information: Registration is not required but advance tickets may be purchased online. Admission - $10 (includes parking); children under 12 admitted free. Hours - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Information on accommodations available online. Event contact - pkennedy@reddeerchamber.com 8th Annual Innovations In Agriculture Conference TAKES PLACE: March 4Holiday Inn Syracuse/Liverpool Syracuse, New York One-day conference sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Topics should include biofuels, economic possibilities of anaerobic digesters, combined energy systems and renewable energy plans. Registration Information: To be announced online Event contact - twf@nyserda.org 20TH ANNUAL WORLD PORK EXPO Event sponsored by the National Pork Producers Council. The world's largest trade show for the pork industry. Activities will include displays from 500-plus exhibitors and many networking opportunities. An updated list of 2008 activities will be available online. Registration Information: Details and pre-registration forms will be posted online (qualified applicants may receive free admission). Event contact - wrigleyj@nppc.org Growing The Margins: Energy Conservation and Generation For Farms and Food Processors Conference and Exhibition Second-annual event covering the multitude of challenges, opportunities and advancements in the farming, food processing and other rural industries. Focuses on improved energy efficiency and better use of farm byproducts as a means to lowering costs and increasing profits. Activities will include: guided tours, educational seminars, poster presentations and exhibits, guest speakers and a post-conference workshop. Registration Information: Two-day conference tickets (excludes banquet and tours): Early bird (before February 29) - $400, conference delegates; $300, farmers and food processors; $150, full-time students. After February 29 - $550, conference delegates; $400, farmers and food processors; $200, full-time students. Additional information on tickets and accommodations available online. Event contact - coordinator@gtmconf.ca MAFO National Farmworkers Conference Annual conference focusing this year on Hispanic issues related to the farming industry, as well as the future of farming services and supplies. Sponsored by MAFO, a national partnership of farm-worker organizations. Activities will include: roundtable discussions, educational seminars, a gala and awards presentations. Registration Information: Registration and accommodations information available online. Event contact - lalo.zavala@umos.org National Farm Machinery Show Annual event showcasing 21st-century agribusiness tools and solutions. Exhibits include machinery, hand tools, and computer products and accessories. Activities will include breeder services, free marketing and economic seminars, and a championship tractor pull Registration Information: Registration is not required. Admission - Free (parking $5). Hours - 9 a.m.-6 p.m. RV parking - $45 per night. Reservations may be made by sending a $45 deposit to: Admission
Control office New American Farm Conference 20th anniversary conference sponsored by Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE). Open to farmers, ranchers, researchers, students and interested consumers, the conference provides information on marketing and production and SARE grant opportunities. Activities will include: local farm tours, networking opportunities, educational seminars, poster displays, contests and scholarship awards Registration Information: Registration - $250 (includes on-site meals and sessions); exhibitors, $500 (includes one registration and a draped exhibit table); farm tours, $50 (includes lunch). Late fee - $50 (applies to all registrations made between March 2 and March 19). Hotel information available online Event contact: muconf3@missouri.edu North American Farm and Power Show Annual supply show featuring farming products and supplies on display and available for purchase. Includes outdoor space for exhibiting large equipment. Activities will include daily seminars and prizes. Registration Information: To be announced online Event contact - tradexpo@tradexpo.com World AG Expo Volunteer-led annual convention that strives to exhibit the biggest and most up-to-date selection of agricultural products and services. Activities will include: educational seminars, farm tours, women's programs and VIP events. Registration Information: Registration is not required but pre-registration is available online. Admission - General: $10; three-day pass: $27; children under 6: free. Hours - 8 a.m.-5 p.m., February 12 and 13; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. February 14. Parking - Free parking is available at the show site (attendees are encouraged to use the "park and ride" shuttle service). RV parking - $10 per night. Spaces available on first-come, first served basis. Event contact - Worldag08@compusystems.com 2008 World Dairy Expo A five-day annual event featuring the latest in dairy genetics and the newest technologies for the dairy industry. Activities will include: displays, cattle competitions and auctions, networking opportunities, education seminars and farm tours. Registration Information: Pre-registration is not required. Admission - General: $7 (includes parking); season passes: $21; children under 12: free. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Accommodations - Area hotel information available online. Event contact - wde@wdexpo.com |
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