Export Exchange 2018 has been set for Oct. 22 to 24 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The U.S. Grains Council (USGC), the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) and Growth Energy will host domestic suppliers, international buyers and end-users of U.S. feed grains and co-products at this biennial event to make connections that will build and sustain business in the grain trade for years to come.
“Export Exchange is uniquely focused on connecting international grain buyers with U.S. suppliers,” said Deb Keller, USGC chairman and farmer from Iowa. “We are excited to have members of the export industry join us and so many of our customers in Minneapolis this fall to learn the latest about U.S. exports and how to purchase.”
The event will focus on timely topics related to exports of U.S. corn, sorghum, barley, distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) and related products.
“DDGS and other co-products have evolved into a critical component of the global animal feed market and a vital contributor to the U.S. ethanol industry’s bottom line,” said RFA President and CEO Bob Dinneen. “The Export Exchange provides an excellent opportunity to connect producers and marketers of these co-products with global customers.”
More than 300 U.S. farmers and agribusiness representatives and an estimated 200 international purchasers and end-users are expected to attend.
Related to the event, the Council sponsors trade teams from more than 30 countries to participate in tours before and after the main conference.
Following Export Exchange 2016, buyers and end-users reported sales of approximately 2.6 million metric tons of grains and co-products worth $460 million traded either at the conference or immediately before or after.
“Export Exchange is an opportunity for the industry to promote DDGS to the world as a high-quality, competitively priced, high protein livestock feed ingredient including key markets such as Mexico, Turkey, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam among many others,” said Growth Energy Chief Executive Officer Emily Skor.
Look for more information about Export Exchange 2018 in coming months at www.exportexchange.org or sign up for a mailing list to automatically receive conference updates by emailing info@exportexchange.org.
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About the U.S. Grains Council
The U.S. Grains Council develops export markets for U.S. barley, corn, sorghum and related products including distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) and ethanol. With full-time presence in 13 key markets and representatives in an additional 15 locations, the Council operates programs in more than 50 countries and the European Union. The Council believes exports are vital to global economic development and to U.S. agriculture’s profitability.
About Growth Energy
Growth Energy Growth Energy represents producers and supporters of ethanol working to bring consumers better choices at the fuel pump, grow America’s economy and improve the environment for future generations. Our organization’s national campaign – online at www.GetBiofuel.com – serves as the leading source of information for consumers seeking cleaner, more affordable fueling options. For more information on our organization, visit us at www.GrowthEnergy.org, follow us on Twitter @GrowthEnergy, or connect with us on Facebook.
About the Renewable Fuels Association
The Renewable Fuels Association is the leading trade association for America’s ethanol industry. Its mission is to advance the development, production, and use of ethanol fuel by strengthening America’s ethanol industry and raising awareness about the benefits of renewable fuels. RFA’s members are working to help America become cleaner, safer, more energy independent and economically secure. For more information, visit EthanolRFA.org.
About The U.S. Grains Council
The U.S. Grains Council develops export markets for U.S. barley, corn, sorghum and related products including distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) and ethanol. With full-time presence in 28 locations, the Council operates programs in more than 50 countries and the European Union. The Council believes exports are vital to global economic development and to U.S. agriculture’s profitability. Detailed information about the Council and its programs is online at www.grains.org.