Corn Board Candidate Nelson Seeks to Help Lead Industry in Dynamic Times (7-3-08)

The NCGA Corn Board election will be held July 16 at the Corn Congress meeting in Washington, D.C., This is the final candidate profile.

Dave Nelson, of Belmond, Iowa, a Corn Board member seeking re-election, also is a board member of the Renewable Fuels Association and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association. “It has been a great pleasure serving on the Corn Board in such dynamic times for the many checkoff and association members,” Nelson said. “We have had many wins for the corn farmer and will continue to represent the corn farmer better. I wish to continue on the Corn Board to represent all corn growers and keep them profitable.”

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NCGA’s New Director of Communications Brings Wealth of Experience (7-2-08)

Nancy L. Bunker Koester, ABC, joined the National Corn Growers Association this week as director of communications. In this position, Bunker Koester will lead NCGA’s communications team and direct public relations and media relations for the organization.

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NCGA, Others to Discuss Flood Impact and Outlook in Wednesday Webinar (7-1-08)

A free Internet-based seminar will offer an in-depth look at the impact and outlook of the 2008 floods, featuring a grower perspective from National Corn Growers Association President Ron Litterer. Scheduled for 2 p.m. CDT Wednesday, July 2, the web-based program is sponsored by AgriMarketing magazine, weather intelligence provide Planalytics and ProFarmer, an agricultural commodity market analyst and advisor.

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NCGA: On July 4, Celebrate Energy Independence with Alternative Fuels (7-1-08)

As American consumers pinch their pennies to drive and celebrate the country’s Independence Day with family and friends this year, the National Corn Growers Association and others are calling for July 4th also to be celebrated as Energy Independence Day 2008.

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