K S G R A I N A N D F E E D . O R G
Fall 2011
KGFA Working Hard for Members, Industry Board Member testifies at 2012 Farm Bill Hearing President’s Report: Rain brings reason for early Thanksgiving Kansas Agri Business Expo - November 16-17, Overland Park, Kansas Fall 2011, GRAIN AND FEED REPORT AN
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CONTENTS President’s Report...3 KGFA shares agribusiness story at Kansas farm bill hearing...4 KDA discusses grain warehouse program...4
President & CEO Tom R. Tunnell
KGFA issues alert on rogue trucker...4
COO & Sr. VP of Govt. Affairs Mary Jane Stankiewicz
Senator Roberts’ staff tours ADM elevator...5
VP of Government Affairs Ron Seeber
KGFA submits comments to FMCSA...5
Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Jensen
South American Fellows learn about KGFA...5 Beautiful weather enjoyed during Cranor Golf...6
Director of Event Planning Shari Bennett
TAL class wraps up, graduates at Expo...6
Director of Member Services Sarah Sexton-Bowser
Industry donates $90,000 for grain engulfment training in Kansas...7
Director of Mktg. & Comm. Shahira Stafford
Scholarship Auction looking for donations...8
Systems/Insurance Manager Lisa Anschutz
KGFA sponsors wheat plot variety display...8 Grain Handlers Recertification in November...8 Get recertified at the Expo...8 KGFA welcomes new members...8 Trade Talk...8 KGIS announces changes to fees...9 OSHA continues regional emphasis programs on industry...9 Kansas Agri Business Expo sells out tradeshow floor...10 Are you taking full advantage of your KGFA membership?...11
Administrative Assistant Julie Stueve
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT “I saw more planted wheat acres than I’ve seen in years...I’ll go further out on the limb and predict planted wheat acres will reach the “magic” 10 million acres for 2012.”
Tom R. Tunnell, KGFA President and CEO
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just returned from a three day trip to northern and western Kansas. This trip convinced me that the 2012 wheat crop will be a bin buster. Many of you may think that I may be jumping the gun with this prediction, but I’ve always been a “glass half full” sort of guy and don’t see any reason to change now. Why am I so optimistic? During my trip, which went from Topeka across north central Kansas, west to Colby and Goodland and southwest to Coolidge and then back through Garden City, Dodge City, Pratt, and Salina, I saw more planted wheat acres than I’ve seen in years! Plus, most of the planted wheat was up with the exception of the wheat now being planted back in harvested soybean acres. I’ll go further out on the limb and predict planted wheat acres will reach the “magic” 10 million acres for 2012. I have to admit the real underlying reason for my optimism is that most of the area I saw recently received significant rain and reports of more wheat acres planted in Eastern Kansas. Another reason for the large increase in wheat acres no doubt, was the 2011 drought which caused many corn acres to be baled or chopped for silage. I don’t intend to understate the negative impact of the recent drought in Southwest Kansas, and I know more timely rain will be needed this fall and winter to make my prediction of a wheat bin buster come true; but I strongly believe there is reason to think positively given the recent moisture.
farmers now drive semi trucks exclusively; and the increase in commercial storage capacity brought about by the past five years’ building boom has been immense! This fact is born out when one looks at the state’s current licensed storage numbers which show: 294 federally licensed elevators with nearly 584 million bushel capacity, and 376 state licensed elevators with nearly 400 million bushel capacity. The storage building boom hasn’t subsided yet either as a number of members have told me of their plans to build even more storage space. All in all, I can’t wait for Turkey Day; but before that day gets here, be sure and register and attend for our upcoming Expo. It too will be a “ bin buster” with SOLDOUT tradeshow and wonderful program and entertainment. See you soon in Overland Park!
Treated Seed poster for elevators KGFA has available for members a poster reminding farmers that your facility does not accept treated seed used as grain. As harvest is well underway and seed treatments are increasing in popularity, it is vital for farmers to know that it is illegal for treated seeds to be in the grain supply. Please post this poster in a place that will be seen by your customers. For more information, the American Seed Trade Association has provided a news release on their website, www.amseed.com, reviewing the importance of treated seeds’ proper disposal. If you would like a poster mailed to you, please email Shahira Stafford at shahira@kansasag.org. Quantities are limited. Limit 2 per member.
Two other observations made during my trip were: the day of the 350-bushel farmer grain trucks are over, and
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KGFA WORKING FOR YOU KGFA shares agribusiness story at Kansas farm bill hearing On Thursday, August 25 Senator Pat Roberts invited Senate Agriculture Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow to hold a farm bill hearing in Wichita, Kansas. The hearing featured three panels. The first panel highlighted Governor Sam Brownback and KSU President Dirk Schultz. The second panel focused on agricultural producers and the third panel had a host of representatives from conservation and agribusiness to nutrition and banking. Prior to the hearing Senator Roberts reached out to Kansas Grain and Feed Association to request an agribusiness representative for the panel. KGFA board member Bob Tempel of WindRiver Grain represented the association at the request of Senator Roberts and had the unique opportunity to share the industry story and the synergies occurring in agriculture.
(right) Bob Tempel, COO of WindRiver Grain, testified on behalf of KGFA during Senator Roberts’ Farm Bill hearing in Wichita.
As the Bill is written, it will be dominated by the overarching Super Committee budget recommendations, changing agricultural demographics and trends with the need to cut federal spending. KGFA President Tom Tunnell said, “All programs are being scrutinized, and the Bill is going to be written in a difficult climate. KGFA was honored to participate in the process.” KDA discusses grain warehouse program Tom Tunnell, Mary Jane Stankiewicz, and Ron Seeber, KGFA, and Leslie Kaufman, Kansas Cooperative Council, met with Kansas Secretary of Agriculture and representatives of the department last month to discuss funding options for the state grain warehouse program. With the state’s budget shortfall, the KGFA and KCC have successfully persuaded policy makers to secure funding for the program for the past several years. This, in a time of monumental budget cuts, was no small task. KGFA continues to work with the KDA to identify alternatives to adequately fund the program. KGFA has also communicated strong support of the grain warehouse program to the Governor and will continue to work to ensure continued stability of the state program. KGFA issues alert on rogue trucker Last month, KGFA sent out an alert advising members to be on the lookout for a rogue trucker operating in northern Kansas. At the time of the alert, the driver had stolen a load of soybeans by portraying himself as representing 3-D Transportation, an Iowa company and authorized by the buyer. He gave a fake driver's license and loading number and said his name was Bill White. According to new information, it appears this rogue trucker has expanded his territory to include southern Kansas, as a load of wheat has been reported stolen. In this instance, the driver also gave a fake driver's license and loading number and said he worked for Kunz Transportation in Atlantic, Iowa. He said his name was Bob Gray. In both cases, the driver was able to steal the loads because he did not have to show his actual driver's license; and the loading company did not record the truck license plate number or verify the loading number with the buyer.
Throughout the hearing the verbal testimony highlighted the importance of the farm safety net and the need to preserve this net in the 2012 Bill. Key provisions of the bill were stressed by the panels including: funding for research, subsidizing federal crop insurance and providing a free market without undo regulatory burden for businesses to thrive. KGFA Board member Bob Tempel said, “It was great to participate in our democratic process and share the agricultural story,” he further elaborated, “the farm bill is a complex piece of legislation with many facets that impact rural America, it is impor- KGFA plans to contact the KBI to initiate an investigation; but in the mean time, KGFA strongly encourages tant for us to continue to share our story.” its members to strengthen their loading policies. 4
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KGFA WORKING FOR YOU Senator Roberts' staff tours ADM elevator Ron Seeber, Vice President of Government Affairs, met with several members of United States Senator Pat Roberts' Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee and ADM representatives in Hutchinson this month. During the meeting, ADM Facility Manager Tracy Spencer and Merchandise Manger Todd Harmon gave Roberts' staff a top-to-bottom tour of elevator J. Robert's staff was able to get a true hands-on experience of the intricacies and challenges of grain storage and will bring that experience back to Washington when addressing regulatory issues. KGFA greatly appreciates ADM's effort in accommodating these guests from our nation's capitol.
After hearing from concerned farmers this year, FMCSA initiated this review to make sure states don't go overboard in enforcing regulations on agricultural operators, and to ensure consistent access to exemptions for farmers. No regulations will be proposed for any new safety requirements or changes to the rules governing the transport of agricultural products, farm machinery, or farm supplies to or from a farm. KGFA is pleased with the FMCSA’s decision and will continue to urge lawmakers and regulators to use common sense when considering additional burdensome regulations on agriculture. South American Fellows learn about KGFA Tom Tunnell and Sarah Sexton-Bowser, KGFA, taught a group of South American Grain Industry Fellows about the Kansas grain industry. The group was interested in knowing the dynamics of agriculture in Kansas and how trade associations work. This group spent time at Kansas State University under the leadership of David Frey, who provided several learning opportunities for the group during their stay.
(l-r) Autumn Veazey, Committee staff; Tara Hicks, Committee staff; Tracy Spencer, ADM); Chris Hicks, Committee staff; Todd Harman, AMD; Ron Seeber; KGFA; and Eric Steiner, Committee staff.
KGFA submits comments to FMCSA On July 29, KGFA submitted comments on behalf of its members to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding regulations to operators of certain farm vehicles and off-road agricultural equipment. Then on August 10, the FMCSA announced that it has no intention to propose new regulations governing the transport of agricultural products. The agency also released guidance designed to make sure states clearly understand the common sense exemptions that allow farmers, their employees, and their families to accomplish their day-to-day work and transport their products to market.
(l-r) Tom Tunnell, KGFA; David Frey, KSU Grain Science and Industry; Santiago Jose Salguero, Purchasing and Logistics Director; Proteinal-Proagro, Venezuela; David Santiago Cordova Salazar, Production Manager, BioAlimentar, Ecuador; Carlos Campabadal, KSU Grain Science and Industry; Mariela Josefina Urquia, External Affairs Manager, Alimentos La Caridad, Venezuela; Marianela Munoz, Purchasing Manager, Alimentacion Balanceada (ALIBAL), Venezuela; and Sarah Sexton-Bowser, KGFA.
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EVENTS Beautiful weather enjoyed during Cranor Golf The 2011 John Cranor Memorial Golf Tournament turned out to be another successful KGFA event with beautiful weather. Over 125 golfers continued the tradition of remembering past KGFA President John Cranor, who passed away in 1980. KGFA members enjoyed a day of socializing and competing with other agribusiness professionals at Dodge City Country Club on August 15.
TAL class wraps up, graduates at Expo The 2011 Tomorrow’s Agribusiness Leader’s class finished their final session in Wichita wrapping up what was an exciting year. Session III included insightful messages from KGFA Board Chair Stan Stark. Stark was able to draw from his personal and professional experience to share with the class some potential challenges to watch for as they continue their career pursuits.
Also during the session, Dr. Don Hackett, WSU Center Thank you to Jerald Kemmerer, Dodge City Coop, for for Management Development, provided a crash course organizing a Steak Fry for attendees the evening before on how to better manage employees and increase prothe tournament on Sunday. KGFA enjoyed dinner, ductivity. The day also included a lively and intuitive drinks and fellowship outside by the pool. presentation from State Senator Ty Masterson and State Representative Dan Kerschen on changing political tides Congratulations to the team that placed 1st at the tour- under the statehouse dome and their desires and predicnament: Bart Parks, Brian Peterson, Wade Tucker and tions for the 2012 elections. True to form, the TAL class Curtis Schweitzer. KGFA also wants to recognize the was not shy to ask provocative questions and received following sponsors and volunteers that helped make this straight forward responses. Their last TAL duty is to one of KGFA’s most popular events year after year: man the shotgun raffle booth at the Expo and to graduate the morning of November 17 in Overland Park.
AgTrax Technologies, BarnesCo, BNSF Railway Company, CoBank, Cooperative Finance Association, Country Hedging/CHS, DeBruce Grain, Fairbank Equipment, Farmers Coop in Haviland, FC Stone, Kansas Cooperative Council, Kansas Grain and Feed Association, Kansas Grain Inspection Service, KFSA, Korol Financial Group, Lindburg Vogel Pierce Faris, Louis Dreyfus Commodities, McPherson Concrete Storage Systems, Norwood and Company, Offerle Coop Grain & Supply, Pride Ag Resources and Rolfes @ Boone.
The 2011 TAL class, KGFA staff and board members visit Congressman Jerry Moran’s office while in Washington D.C. during Session II.
(l-r) Jerry Byrnes, Pat Lies, Steve Shaver and Alan Woodward play in the 2011 John Cranor Golf Tournament in Dodge City.
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From our state capitol to our nation’s power center, the 2011 class enjoyed meeting with and reinforcing to policy makers that KGFA is the voice of Agribusiness. In DC, the TAL class excelled at the roll of ambassadors from the heartland expressing a message that overregulation, fiscal frivolity and plain ignorance are not the way to administer good government. They shared real life stories with lawmakers of interactions with regulators that pushed extreme measures when, instead, common sense solutions could have carried the day.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 class. KGFA members with a desire to grow and lead within the industry, make immeasurable contacts, and learn first-hand the ways of Topeka and Washington are strongly urged to apply. If this interests you and you are not already one of the elite class of TAL alumni, apply today! Learn more at www.ksgrainandfeed.org.
The gift will improve training for grain-handling facility workers who will be drilled alongside firefighters in rescue procedures for individuals trapped in grain bins and hoppers. "Safety is of primary concern to the grain industry. First and foremost is training to prevent entrapments," noted KGFA President & CEO Tom R. Tunnell. "But, it is important that grain handlers and local firefighters be prepared to respond if ever the need Industry donates $90,000 for grain engulfment arises." training in Kansas "The members of our three associations saw a need for The Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute received a this type of training in Kansas and stepped-up to the gift of $90,000 from a trio of Kansas grain industry or- plate with support," stated Leslie Kaufman, President/ ganizations to acquire special rescue training equipment. CEO of the KCC. "Although our members are comKF&RTI Director Glenn Pribbenow and KU Continu- mercial operations, they realize this type of training will be invaluable to local firefighters, whether called to a ing Education Executive Director Fred Pawlicki accepted the gift during a meeting of the Kansas Fire Ser- business or an on-farm location." vice Training Commission in Lawrence August 18. The Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute, headquartered in Lawrence, provides training for firefighters in The $90,000 donation comes from the Kansas Grain and Feed Association, the Kansas Cooperative Council, Kansas communities. The Institute is a dynamic organiand the Kansas Farmers Service Association. Together, zation providing training services through a "Mobile Fire Academy" concept, designed to accommodate local these organizations represent all phases of the Kansas grain industry. The KGFA, headquartered in Topeka, is needs through training delivered anywhere in Kansas. a voluntary trade association made up of more than 950 The Institute trains thousands of firefighters each year. Kansas business locations, representing 99 percent of the Kansas commercially licensed grain storage. The KCC, also based in Topeka, is a voluntary trade organization representing all types of cooperative businesses in Kansas, including grain handling co-ops. KFSA, based in Hutchinson, provides risk management services and commercial insurance throughout the Midwest. "Our customers identified the need for a quality grain rescue program that can be delivered to all parts of the state. This partnership will help meet the needs of both the fire service and the grain industry," said Mike Pesek CEO, KFSA. The KF&RTI, part of KU Continuing Education, will use the gift to purchase equipment to train Kansas firefighters and grain handlers for engulfment rescue situations. "This gift gives us the resources to provide training that will undoubtedly save lives," Pribbenow said. "We have an important responsibility to ensure that Kansas firefighters are prepared to meet these types of emergencies, and this training will help us continue to meet those needs."
Glenn Pribbenow (third from left), director of the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute, accepts a $90,000 gift from representatives of the Kansas grain industry to purchase equipment for grain engulfment rescue training. Joining Pribbenow for the presentation are (from left) Mark Bradford, Kansas Fire Safety Training Commission, Fred Pawlicki, KU Continuing Education, Pribbenow, Tom Tunnell, Kansas Grain and Feed Association, and Leslie Kaufman, Kansas Cooperative Council and Sarah Sexton-Bowser, Kansas Grain and Feed Association. The Kansas Farmers Service Association also contributed a portion of the donation.
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING Scholarship Auction looking for donations The Kansas Grain and Feed Association is proud to announce its annual Scholarship Auction at the Expo to be held on November 16 in Overland Park. All proceeds from this auction directly benefit high school and college students in Kansas wanting to pursue an education in agricultural-related fields by providing much needed financial relief for deserving kids and their families. This auction is the only fundraiser for the scholarship program, and your donation will be a huge part of its success. Not only will your donation and company be published in the auction program, but several of the higher value items will also appear on Purple Wave's website weeks prior to the event.
Grain Handlers Recertification in November Join KGFA for a terrific, program in Wichita on November 3 or Garden City on November 4. This event will focus on grain handling and pest control in stored grain and seed. Full program attendance qualifies for full 7B & 4 recertification. Topics include: Confined Spaces, Insect Control in Silage Bags, Safety with Fumigation, ID and Control, Hazards at Elevators and Recent Research. Register at www.ksgrainandfeed.org or see the enclosed form.
Get recertified at the Expo 7B/4 recertification training will be offered at the Kansas Agri Business Expo on November 16 at the Overland Park Convention Center in Kansas City. Individuals whose certification expires in December of 2011, 2012 Because of donations from generous individuals and/or or 2013 will be able to earn all hours needed to recertify. businesses like yours, we can continue to support agri- Register at www.ksabe.org or see the enclosed flier for a cultural education in Kansas and further our industry's schedule. future workforce. Donate today at www.ksabe.org or see the enclosed form. KGFA welcomes new members KGFA would like to welcome the following members to KGFA sponsors wheat plot variety display the team: KGFA was honored to be a sponsor of the 2011 Kansas 4-H wheat plot variety display. Winners were recently AgriMech Consulting LLC, Olathe honored in the Showcase Building during the Kansas CCS Group LLC, Chatfield, MN State Fair in Hutchinson. Participants plant and raise Coady Insurance Concepts, Overland Park five varieties of wheat, and then create an educational Commercial Lynks Inc., Alexandria, VA display to showcase their wheat production and accom- Greystone Construction, Shakopee, MN plishments. KGFA sponsors all five plaques and prize LiftCo LLC, Arkansas City money for 4th and 5th place winners. Matthews Co., Crystal Lake, IL
Moeller Engineering LLC, Ankeny, IA Monitor Technologies LLC, Elburn, IL
Trade Talk If you have a short business announcement you’d like to include in this newsletter, please email shahira@kansasag.org.
KGFA Director of Member Services Sarah Sexton-Bowser, presents Thomas Harmon with the third place plaque in the 2011 Kansas 4-H wheat plot variety contest at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson.
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Russ Weaver has been named Head of Merchandising for Hannebaum Grain. Farmers Coop in Sabetha was acquired by Ag Partners Coop in Hiawatha, effective August 1. Jefferson River Terminal (JRT), the fertilizer unit of Consolidated Grain and Barge (CGB) has been renamed CGB Fertilizer, effective July 1. CBG Fertilizer will begin leasing and operating River Road Terminal’s Louisville fertilizer facility in October.
INDUSTRY NEWS KGIS announces changes to fees Effective September 1st, 2011, the Kansas Grain Inspection Service (KGIS) increases fees as follows: Service Type
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The emphasis program lasts for one fiscal year before being considered for renewal. It is intended to supplement existing OSHA inspection-targeting programs, focusing additional resources as necessary to promote compliance and awareness of safety and health hazards at grain handling facilities.
In addition, KGIS changed the charges for on-site lab inspection fees. KGIS will provide a sampler under the unit fee cost for those on-site labs providing 90% or more of the load-outs for inspection. Additional personnel will be charged at the appropriate hourly rate. OSHA continues regional emphasis programs on grain handling industry The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) reported on September 22 that several Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regional offices extended their "emphasis programs" covering grain handling facilities, or will be doing so by the start of the next fiscal year on October 1.
(l-r) Mike Wholey, Kansas Grain Inspection Service Kansas City Station Manager; and Tom Tunnell, KGFA President and CEO, tour the Bonner Springs cave location of Gavilon Grain’s container loading operation.
With the fall harvest season underway, the NGFA has learned that the initiative involves several OSHA area offices in three regions including Region VII, which includes Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa. Under a "regional emphasis program," OSHA compliance safety and health officers are required to conduct inspections of grain elevators, or any other facility listed under the scope of the directive, that are under federal OSHA jurisdiction. The emphasis program calls for inspectors to focus on the hazards of engulfment, falls, entanglement in augers, combustible dust explosions, electrocution and struck-by hazards. There is no specific number of grain handling facilities targeted for inspection.
KGFA Chairman Stan Stark (middle) testifies at Governor Sam Brownback’s town hall economic forum on July 21 in Colby regarding the Ogallala Aquifer. Brownback said the objective of the summit was to gather input from people living and working amid the aquifer on the development of reform ideas for presentation to the 2012 Legislature in January.
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KANSAS AGRI BUSINESS EXPO Kansas Agri Business Expo sells out tradeshow floor With five weeks to spare, the Kansas Agri Business Expo is proud to announce a sold-out tradeshow! 140 exhibitors covering 85,000 square feet will showcase the latest equipment, technology, products and services in the industry on November 16-17 at the Overland Park Convention Center. This year's show is also packed with valuable education and exciting entertainment you do not want to miss. Register today at www.ksabe.org. Sponsorship opportunities also available! "Rail Transportation & Agriculture" Carl Ice, BNSF President & COO Wednesday, November 16, 2:00 p.m. "EPA's Vision for Stewardship" Josh Svaty, EPA Senior Advisor Thursday, November 17, 1:45 p.m. Chairmen's "Golf" Reception Danielle Monique, KC Jazz Musician Wednesday, November 16, 6:00 p.m. KGFA Chairman Stan Stark and KARA Chairman Doug Wright cordially invite you to the annual Chairmen’s Reception….with a twist! Come dressed as your favorite golfer. Prizes will be given for the best “Classic” “Colorful” and “Creative” impressions. You also won't want to miss Danielle Monique who will captivate you with her dynamic delivery of sultry R&B and Jazz. Click here to listen to her title hit "Smile", which was released from her first Jazz CD in 2008 and features Kansas City's finest musicians. "Humor for the Heart of Agriculture" Damian Mason, Comedian Thursday, November 17, 7:30 a.m. Comedian Damian Mason has an enthusiasm for agriculture that comes alive with his brilliant comedy. With a degree in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University and years at the prestigious Second City in Chicago, Mason combines his farm background with a brilliant sense of comedic timing for a fun, relevant and uplifting presentation for ag professionals. Dinner & Show at New Theatre "Game Show" Starring Seinfeld's John O'Hurley Thursday, November 17, 6:30 p.m. If you liked John O’Hurley in Seinfeld, Family Feud or Dancing with the Stars, then you will love this show! Game Show is set during a “live broadcast” of a fictional, long-running TV game show. It places the theatre audience in the role of the TV studio audience, in which members are picked as the contestants to play the trivia-based game and win actual prizes. The audience also witnesses all of the backstage, back-stabbing antics “behind the scenes” that go on during the “commercial breaks” of Game Show. Tickets for the dinner and show are limited, so sign up today at www.ksabe.org. 10
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Are you taking full advantage of your KGFA membership? For details on the following benefits, please visit www.ksgrainandfeed.org or call (785) 234-0461. A comprehensive hospital and medical, group life, dental, salary continuation, accidental death and a property/casualty program are offered through KFSA at a rate which is considerably less than could be enjoyed by an individual firm. Exclusively through KGFA, you can have your employee benefit programs customized and tailored to meet your budget and needs through Harrington Health. Whether it is COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, FSA, Harrington Health has the answers. In today’s competitive business climate, it is essential that you engage your customer base, and KGFA and Agri-Services Agency has just the program for you. As many of your producers struggle to find health insurance, ASA lets you extend insurance to your customers at no cost to you. Does your company need new apparel? Looking for appreciation gift ideas for your customers? Get 10% off Cabela's merchandise and 5% off Cabela's gift cards just for being a KGFA member. Turn waiting callers into customers. AMS On Hold Solutions is giving KGFA members a 25% discount on monthly rates. Promote specials, decrease caller agitation, reduce hang-ups and enhance your company's image for only $75/month. A 30-day trial is also available. KGFA and Purple Wave are working together to provide members with the best resource to liquidate your unused assets through an online auction service. Purple Wave will make a donation to KGFA every time a member utilizes their services.
Chairman Stan Stark Farmers Coop Co., Haviland First Vice-Chairman Ted Schultz Team Mktg. Alliance, Moundridge Second Vice-Chairman Pete Goetzmann ADM Grain Co., Overland Park Immediate Past Chair Gary Gantz D.E. Bondurant Grain Co., Ness City Directors Mike Barrett DeBruce Grain Inc., Kansas City Brad Cowan Frontier Ag, Goodland Gary Friesen Scott City Coop, Scott City Jeremy Girard Hannebaum Grain Co. Inc., Salina Glen Hofbauer The Scoular Company, Kansas City Scott McWilliams Bartlett Grain Co., Kansas City, MO Deb Miller Farmers Union Merc. & Shpg., Stockton Jerry Murphy Bunge North America, Emporia Rob Nordmeyer Cargill Inc., Overland Park Russ Ronnebaum Hammel Scale, Wichita Steve Shaver Andale Farmers Coop, Andale Bob Temple WindRiver Grain, Garden City Vance Westhusin Midland Marketing, Hays
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