Baton Rouge, La - Commodity Classic
"Jazzed" to Welcome Agriculture Secretary. U.S.
Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack will make his seventh visit to Commodity
Classic, the nation's largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade
show. Secretary Vilsack will deliver a keynote address to several thousand
farmers and Ag allies during the event's General Session, to be held Friday,
March 4, 2016 in New Orleans.
"Secretary
Vilsack continues to be a strong voice for farmers and ranchers, and we are
jazzed to welcome him back to Commodity Classic," said National Corn
Growers Association President Chip Bowling. "Secretary Vilsack brings a
thoughtful perspective on the top policy issues affecting the Ag industry. We
are especially eager to hear from him about the new Trans-Pacific Partnership
agreement and how that will impact farmers, ranchers, and the rural
economy."
Established
in 1996, Commodity Classic is America's largest farmer-led, farmer-focused
convention and trade show, produced by the National Corn Growers Association,
American Soybean Association, National Association of Wheat Growers, National
Sorghum Producers and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
For
more information on registration, housing and the schedule of activities, visit
www.CommodityClassic.com.
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