ARLINGTON, Va., June 14, 2021 – National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) President and CEO Mike Seyfert made the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) June 14 announcement to offer Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) rental rates that are 10 percent more than the maximum allowed by the 2018 farm law. “The NGFA and its members encourage efforts to preserve fragile lands and enhance environmental benefits. NGFA is fully supportive of working lands programs, including the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship ... Read More
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Join NGFA’s Seibert in June 23 safety webinar
NGFA Director, Safety, Education and Training Jim Seibert will lead a “Plan to Prevent Fires & Explosions” webinar on June 23 at 1 p.m. CST. Hosted by the Feed & Grain Live, the webinar will feature Seibert hosting a discussion on how to prevent grain dryer fires and dust explosions by having an emergency plan in place. “Whether a fire emergency allows for an orderly facility shutdown or requires a ‘cut-and-run’ evacuation, maintaining control is possible,” notes the webinar description. “This webinar will help you establish a plan to avoid confusion and mistakes that lead to ... Read More
NGFA safety resources available to Safety Made Simple clients
NGFA and Safety Made Simple (SMS) announced on June 1 a new partnership allowing SMS clients access to NGFA’s library of Safety Tips Sheets and online training modules within SMS’s learning management system. “NGFA and Safety Made Simple share similar missions to help workers go home safe every day,” said Jess McCluer, NGFA’s vice president of safety and regulatory affairs. “This partnership will ensure NGFA’s safety training materials are shared as widely as possible by being featured on Safety Made Simple’s professional and robust online training platform. We hope this partnership can ... Read More
NGFA announces new staff roles
During the NGFA’s 25th annual convention on June 2-4, the Association announced several new titles and committee re-assignments for its staff members. Todd Kemp will transition into a new role, effective July 1, as NGFA Executive Director of Member Services and Outreach. [His job description is updated as follows: Responsible for the overall management of member relations. Lead efforts for retention and recruitment of existing and new members. Facilitates understanding of membership benefits, opportunities for engagement, and works with Association staff to address concerns brought ... Read More
More than 400 members celebrate 125 years of ‘Transforming America’s Harvest’ at NGFA’s annual convention
By Sarah Gonzalez, Director, Communications and Digital Media; with contributions by Bobby Frederick, Vice President, Legislative Affairs and Public Policy; and Max Fisher, Vice President, Economics and Government Relations More than 400 people gathered in Colorado Springs, Colo., for the NGFA’s 125th annual convention on June 2-4 where NGFA members met with industry leaders and joined together in-person for the first time since March 2020! All registered convention attendees can access full recordings of the June 3-4 General Sessions, the June 2 Transportation and Technology Open Forum ... Read More
Celebrating 125 Years of ‘Transforming America’s Harvest’
NGFA members reflect on the history of NGFA and discuss what it will take to last another 125 years. ... Read More
NGFA celebrates 125th anniversary with themes for the future
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 3, 2021 – National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) Chairman JoAnn Brouillette, president and managing partner of Demeter Lp in Fowler, Ind., today announced the launch of NGFA’s 125th anniversary celebration with a series of initiatives to guide member engagement throughout 2021 and the release of a new NGFA tagline – “Transforming America’s Harvest.” NGFA’s anniversary year, which is being celebrated by nearly 400 attendees gathered at the NGFA’s 125th annual convention at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs on June 2-4, will focus on the noble purpose NGFA’s ... Read More
FDA issues report detailing inspection activity during COVID-19 pandemic
By David Fairfield, Senior Vice President, Feed The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today issued a report titled, “Resiliency Roadmap for FDA Inspectional Oversight,” outlining the agency’s inspectional activities during the COVID-19 pandemic and its plan for future inspections. In March 2020, FDA announced that it was temporarily postponing all domestic and foreign routine surveillance facility inspections, while continuing mission-critical inspections when possible. Beginning the week of July 20, 2020, FDA began to work toward resuming prioritized domestic inspections using its ... Read More
NGFA’s 125th annual convention celebrates ‘Transforming America’s Harvest’
ARLINGTON, Va., May 6, 2021 -- During the National Grain and Feed Association’s (NGFA) 125th annual convention on June 2-4, top agribusiness leaders will celebrate 125 years of “Transforming America’s Harvest” at The Broadmoor, in Colorado Springs, Colo. Virtual attendance and registration is available for the full convention to those unable to attend in person. “We are excited to have this opportunity to safely gather our association members and industry leaders. We have a tremendous line up of speakers who are business leaders and will address the many opportunities and challenges ... Read More
NGFA urges USDA to prioritize working land conservation programs as it develops ‘climate-smart’ policies
By Max Fisher, Vice President of Economics and Government Relations In comments submitted to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on April 29 regarding climate policy priorities, NGFA urged the agency to implement “climate-smart” policies in a manner that allows U.S. agricultural producers and agribusinesses to enhance income without idling land or distorting planting and marketing decisions. NGFA submitted the comments in response to USDA’s request for input on its climate strategy, published on March 16 in the Federal Register. NGFA noted its support of working land ... Read More
Lacy Holleman
National Grain and Feed Association
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