International Crop Expo
February 15-16, 2012
Alerus Center, Grand Forks, ND

Welcome to the International Crop Expo &
Small Grains Institute web site.
 
For Exhibit information you can contact:
 
Danielle Bratvold at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, ND (701-792-1406 or 218-791-9019), dbratvold@aleruscenter.com
Show Managers: Todd Phelps (Potato Growers): 218-779-9080, vpgsales@nppga.org
& Lionel Olson (NDSU Extension Office) 701-780-8229, Lionel.Olson@ndsu.edu


In 2011 we had approximately 5,000 people in attendance.
The show was deemed a huge success!

 (Move in dates are set for Monday & Tuesday, February 13-14, 2012)
 
MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the 2013 Crop Expo - February 20-21, 2013



AgCountry Farm Credit Services will be sponsoring Dr. Jay Lehr on Wednesday at 1 pm

“What Agriculture can Expect from Washington”



There has never been a greater mystery as to what the next six year phase of farm support legislation may hold for American Agriculture. Learn about Ag Policy updates from Washington and what effects we can expect to see in agriculture. Dr. Lehr’s work within the farming industry has given him a highly sought after crystal ball with which he predicts the future based on precise knowledge of the past as well as distinctive current trends.

Keynote Speaker for Thursday will be Dr. Frayne Olson - presenting at 1:00 pm

 “Successful Land Rent Negotiation is More Than Being the Highest Bidder”

This session will provide information on how producers can be more competitive in their land rental negotiations by improving the communications with their current and perspective landlords. This includes the use of resume’s, portfolios and frequent communication to keep land owners informed and educated regarding the operations and visions for their particular tract of land. Some actual communications pieces will be showcased as examples.

Dr. Frayne Olson is the Crop Economist/Marketing Specialist with the NDSU Extension Service. He conducts educational programs and research in evaluating crop marketing strategies, crop outlook and prices, and the economics of crop contracting.  He also does joint work in risk management, agribusiness management and farm management.

Small Grains Institute Committee:

Troy Hamre, Crookston, MN 56716 (218)281-3456

Lorri Ann Hartel, Secretary/Treasurer, PAC, Red Lake Falls, MN (218) 253-4391

Bill Craig, Regional Ext. Educator, Crookston, MN (218) 281-8692

Dave McSparron, 434 Kroshus Dr., Dilworth, MN 56529

Lionel Olson, NDSU Extension, Grand Forks, ND 58201 (701)780-8229

Fred Parnow, Seeds 2000, Crookston, MN (218) 281-281-5322

Joel Ransom, NDSU Extension Service, Fargo, ND (701) 231-7405

Eric Solheim, 29454 State Hwy 102 SW, Crookston 56716 (218) 289-3462

Dr. Jochum Wiersma, U of M, Crookston, MN (218) 281-8629

Don Yutrzenka, Argyle, MN (218) 437-8428

Marvin Zutz, MN Barley, Red Lake Falls, MN (218) 253-4311

Serving on the International Crop Expo Committee:
Small Grains - Fred Parnow, Bill Craig, Marvin Zutz, Lorri Ann Hartel
Potato Growers - Diane Peycke, Todd Phelps, Clark Piepkorn
Soybean/Dry Bean - Willie Huot, Lionel Olson
AgCountry Farm Credit Service - Jean Johnson