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Fall 2013

Kansas Agri Business Expo “Champions of Agribusiness” Featuring...

Gregg Marshall, WSU Shocker’s Head Basketball Coach Nick Jordan, Kansas Secretary of Revenue Paul Derig, J.R. Simplot Company Sarah Bittleman, Environmental Protection Agency Fall 2013, GRAIN AND FEED REPORT AN

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CONTENTS Member Spotlight: Leon Hannebaum...3 WindRiver Grain hosts roundtable with Senator Roberts...3 2013 Kansas Agri Business Expo “Champions of Agribusiness”...4 The Expo has gone mobile...4

President & CEO Tom R. Tunnell Senior Vice President, Government Affairs Ron Seeber

One-day recertification training offered at the Expo...4

Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Jensen

Support agricultural education through the Scholarship Auction...5

Vice President and General Counsel Randy Stookey

Mark your calendars for Grain Handlers Workshops...5

Vice President of Event Planning Shari Bennett

KGFA sponsors 4-H wheat plot variety display contest...5 TAL class takes on Capitol Hill, completes leadership development training...6

VP of Member Services & External Operations Dana Minihan

Beautiful weather enjoyed during Cranor Golf...6

VP of Marketing & Communications Shahira Stafford

No-Ties Tour...7

Senior Director of Internal Operations Lisa Anschutz

KSU receives grant for grain dust training...8

Executive Assistant to the President Julie Stueve

KCC publishes final HOS regulation...8 BNSF plans $175 million capital program to improve and Kansas rail capacity...8 Trade Talk...8 KGFA welcomes new members...9 Looking for 2014 TAL Class...9

The Kansas Grain and Feed Report is published quarterly for the members, friends and affiliates of the Kansas Grain and Feed Association. Mail contributions to KGFA, Attention: Shahira Stafford, 816 SW Tyler, Topeka, KS 66612. The KGFA team welcomes your comments, contributions and suggestions.

Online advertising opportunity...9

Update your membership profile...9

Read this newsletter online at www.ksgrainandfeed.org/printnewsletters.

KGFA welcomes Dana Minihan to staff...9 Sponsorship Program—Be seen in 2014...10 Are you taking full advantage of your KGFA membership?...11

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Member Spotlight: Leon Hannebaum Beginning this year, the Grain and Feed Report has been featuring a member in every issue. Let’s get to know each other better and share in each other’s industry successes. Thank you to Leon for answering the call; but beware, you may be next! Name: Leon K. Hannebaum Job title: President Company: Hannebaum Grain Co., Inc. Business started in: 1979 Company specializes in: Grain Merchandising Services provided: Merchandising, trucking, rock products Something unique about your company: People may not realize that Hannebaum Grain has owned, leased and/or managed numerous grain elevators during our 34-year history, mainly in Nebraska. Where do you consider your “hometown” or where you grew up: I was raised on a farm West of Hedville, Kansas. How long have you been in the grain business: 42 years How did you get started in the grain business: I grew up on a farm and worked at the local Coop during summers of my high school and college years. After 15 months in Vietnam, I started working for a company in the Salina Board of Trade in accounting and worked up to merchandising and elevator management. What KGFA services are the most valuable to you and your company: KGFA is valuable in keeping members up-to-date on rules, as well as, knowing who is in the grain business and their locations.

WindRiver Grain hosts roundtable with Senator Roberts KGFA participated in a roundtable discussion with Senator Pat Roberts hosted by WindRiver Grain in Garden City. Participants at the meeting included producer, dairy, ethanol, wind energy, cattle production, grain trading and other agribusiness interests. A whole host of federal concerns were shared with the Senator, and he indicated that he would look into several of the matters. These concerns predominately included overzealous and burdensome federal regulations and the need to provide a reliable workforce.

(l-r) Bob Temple, WindRiver Grain; Ron Seeber, KGFA; Senator Pat Roberts; and Tom Willis, Conestoga Energy Partners.

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KANSAS AGRI BUSINESS EXPO 2013 Kansas Agri Business Expo “Champions of Agribusiness” On November 20-21, hundreds of agribusiness professionals in the region will be gathering in Wichita to share the latest ideas, products and technology and learning to become better “champions of agribusiness.” See the enclosed form or visit www.ksabe.org to register. This year’s speaker line-up is guaranteed to not disappoint. Wichita State University Basketball Coach, Gregg Marshall, will share his fantastic story about their road to the Final Four Championship; Kansas Secretary of Revenue Nick Jordan, will give unique insight into the Governor’s Tax Vision Policy for Kansas; Paul Derig, Environmental, Health and Safety Manager with the J.R. Simplot Company, will talk about the industry’s proactive response to the West, Texas fertilizer tragedy; and Sarah Bittleman, EPA Ag Advisor to Administrator Gina McCarthy, will address today’s agricultural input regulations. You don’t want to miss it!

Gregg Marshall

Nick Jordan

Paul Derig

Sarah Bittleman

The Expo has gone mobile The Kansas Agri Business Expo has gone mobile! The staff strongly encourages you to download the mobile guide to enhance your experience at the 2013 show. You'll be able to plan your day with a personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps and general show info. The app is compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches and Android devices. Windows Phone 7 and Blackberry users can access the same information via the mobile site at guidebook.com. To get the guide, choose one of the methods below:  Download 'Guidebook' from the Apple App Store or the Android Marketplace  Visit http://guidebook.com/getit from your phone's browser  Scan the following image with your mobile phone (QR-Code reader required)  The guide will be listed under the "download guides" section of the application.

One-day recertification training offered at the Expo Take advantage of the full 7B/4 recertification training opportunity on November 20 at the Century II Convention Center in Wichita. The registration fee is $140/person/day. The recertification class covers a wide range of topics from Insect ID to OSHA's top list of fumigation hazards. Individuals whose certification expires in December of 2013, 2014 or 2015 will be able to earn all hours needed to recertify. See the enclosed form or visit www.ksabe.org to register.

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EDUCATION, TRAINING Support agricultural education through the Scholarship Auction KGFA’s Scholarship Auction at the Expo will be held on November 20 in Wichita. 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 students and their families. 2013-2014 Winners Tanner Aherin, Phillipsburg, Studying Ag Economics at Highland Community College Kyle Anderson, Abilene, Studying Feed & Grain Science at KSU Beth Augustine, Ellis, Studying Ag Education at KSU (not pictured) Claire Bokelman, Washington, Studying Feed Science at KSU Braxton Butler, Virgil, Studying Veterinary Medicine at KSU JoLynn Hennerberg, Hollenberg, Studying Agricultural Engineering at KSU Wyatt Pracht, Westphalia, Studying Agronomy & Ag Economics at KSU

Tanner Aherin

Kyle Anderson

Claire Bokelman

Braxton Butler

JoLynn Hennerberg

Wyatt Pracht

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. Because of donations from individuals and/or businesses like yours, we can continue to support agricultural education in Kansas and further our industry's future workforce. See the enclosed form or visit www.ksabe.org to donate. Mark your calendars for Grain Handlers Workshops Mark your calendars for the 2013 Grain Handlers Workshops scheduled for December 3 in Salina and December 4 in Garden City. Registration will be available soon. KGFA sponsors 4-H wheat plot variety display contest Every year, KGFA is proud to help sponsor the Kansas 4-H wheat plot variety display contest at the Kansas State Fair. Participants plant and raise five varieties of wheat, and then create an educational display to showcase their wheat production and accomplishments. KGFA sponsored plaques and cash awards to the third, fourth and fifth place winners. Congratulations to: 3rd Place – Kyle Blakeslee, Ellinwood (Barton County) 4th Place – Grant Unruh, Pawnee Rock, (Pawnee County) 5th Place – BreAnn Anshutz, St. John, (Barton County)

5th Place—BreAnn Anshutz

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TAL, CRANOR TAL class takes on Capitol Hill, completes leadership development training This summer, the 2013 TAL class traveled to Washington D.C. for Session II, where they gained invaluable experience and contacts that will allow them to grow professionally and add to their respective companies, associations, communities and the industry. In addition to touring several historical monuments and the capitol, the TAL class, along with KGFA Chairman Ted Schultz, met with our national associations and members of the Kansas Congressional delegation to lobby on issues vital to the success of Kansas agribusiness. The class then finished their final session in Wichita on September 13 wrapping up what was an exciting year. Session III consisted of leadership development training at Wichita State University's Center for Management.

(l-r) TAL class member Mark Wegner, Congressman Kevin Yoder, TAL class member Dub Johnson, KGFA President Tom Tunnell and KGFA Senior VP Ron Seeber attend a reception for congressional delegates.

2013 TAL class members lobby in Washington during Session II.

Beautiful weather enjoyed during Cranor Golf Jake and John Cranor of Sarasota, FL, attend the 2013 Cranor Memorial Golf Tournament. Jake and John are the grandson and son of the late John Cranor, who served as KGFA President from 1964-1980.

The 2013 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 Salina Country Club on August 12. Thank you to Bright Built Hot Rods for hosting the evening dinner on Sunday, where members enjoyed good food, drinks and fellowship while viewing their refurbished classics.

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NO-TIES TOUR

Congratulations to the winning team at the 2013 Cranor Memorial Golf Tournament: (l-r) Russ Ronnebaum, Hammel Scale in Wichita; Brad Cain, Hannebaum Grain in Salina; Kevin Brack, CHS in Lincoln, NE; and Russ Weaver, Hannebaum Grain in Salina.

Thanks to James Battenbrock, Mid Kansas Coop, and Sonja Offerle, Offerle Coop, for raising $1,200 for the program.

No-Ties Tour KGFA Senior VP Ron Seeber spent several days on the road this summer visiting members across the state hearing their predications on the fall harvest and several issues of concern to the industry. Thanks to the members that opened their doors and welcomed KGFA into their facilities.

Pride Ag Resources, Dodge City: Bill Maskus, Jerald Kemmerer and Tim Lehman.

Palmer Grain, Palmer: Rich Arpin.

Frontier Ag, Goodland: Brian Linin, Ben Brandvik, and Brad Cowan.

Farmway, Beloit: Mike Hampel.

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INDUSTRY NEWS KSU receives grant for grain dust training Kansas State University received a $105,000 grant from OSHA to train workers and employers on preventing explosions from grain dust at mills and elevators. KSU will use the funds to develop materials and training in English and Spanish on controlling dust generation when grain is being unloaded and handled. Other topics will include avoiding turbulence during handling, better control of bucket elevator operation, and use of appropriate sensors and explosion vents. KCC publishes final HOS regulation The Kansas Corporation Commission has published a final regulation which expands the hours-of-service exemptions for motor carriers transporting agricultural commodities and farm supplies, by adopting the most recent Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulation following passage of the federal Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.

BNSF plans $175 million capital program to improve and expand Kansas rail capacity BNSF Railway Company plans to invest an estimated $175 million on maintenance and rail capacity expansion projects in Kansas this year. BNSF's 2013 capacity expansion projects in Kansas include completing construction of BNSF's Logistics Park Kansas City Intermodal facility in Edgerton; construction of a new 10,000-ft. siding and extension of industry track to 3,000 feet near Spring Hill, Kansas; improvements to BNSF's Topeka shops; and significant signal upgrades for federally mandated positive train control (PTC). BNSF will continue its robust maintenance program, which will include about 2,500 miles of track surfacing and undercutting work, the replacement of nearly 100 miles of rail and about 375,000 railroad ties.

The planned capital investments in Kansas are part of BNSF's record 2013 capital commitment of $4.3 billion. KGFA staff testified in support of the regulation at the The largest component of the capital plan is spending public hearing and also submitted a written comment. $2.3 billion on BNSF's core network and related assets. Staff recommended, and the Commission implemented, BNSF also plans to spend approximately $1 billion on a few minor changes to tighten the language and locomotive, freight car and other equipment broaden the definition of “agricultural commodity” and acquisitions, many of which will serve Kansas. The “farm supplies” as used in the regulation. program also includes about $200 million for positive train control and $800 million for terminal, line and The amendment expands the previous hours-of-service intermodal expansion and efficiency projects. exemption in place for motor carriers transporting agricultural commodities and farm supplies during the Trade Talk planting and harvesting seasons, as follows: If you have a short business announcement you’d like included in the newsletter, email shahira@kansasag.org. 1. Drivers transporting agricultural commodities from the source of the agricultural commodities to a  Ted Schultz, KGFA Chairman, appointed Brent location within a 150 air-mile radius from the Emch, Cargill in Overland Park, to replace Rob source; Nordmeyer on the KGFA Board of Directors. Brent 2. Drivers transporting farm supplies for agricultural began working for Cargill 19 years ago following purposes from a wholesale or retail distribution graduation from KSU. He is the Merchandising point of the farm supplies to a farm or other Leader for Cargill Grain and Oilseed Crush and location where the farm supplies are intended to be leads the origination and trading of Soybeans for the used within a 150 air-mile radius from the Cargill Oilseeds plant. distribution point; or 3. Drivers transporting farm supplies for agricultural  Miranda McDaniel is the new Manager of purposes from a wholesale distribution point of the Communications for the American Feed Industry farm supplies to a retail distribution point of the Association, effective August 28, 2013. farm supplies within a 150 air-mile radius from the wholesale distribution point. 8

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MEMBER CORNER KGFA welcomes new members Thanks to the reputation of our membership and industry, KGFA continues to grow and provide useful products and services for grain handlers in Kansas. Please welcome these companies to KGFA:

Update your membership profile Did you move or take a new job? Have a new phone number or email address? KGFA wants to know, and we’ve made it easier than ever to update your membership profile.

Aaron Parsons Painting, Kingman, KS CDL Electric Co. Inc. – Railroad Co., Pittsburg, KS Hi Plains Feed LLC, Garden City, KS LeMar Industries, Des Moines, IA Pete Lien & Sons, Fort Collins, CO Salem Grain, Salem, NE UAS Services Corporation, Hawley, MN

Visit www.ksgrainandfeed.org and click on Member Directory. From there, enter your login information and make your changes directly online. Forgot your username or password? Email lisa@kansasag.org, and we’ll get it to you.

Looking for 2014 TAL Class This is the 16th year of the TAL program and with nearly 160 graduates, the legacy and reputation of the program is growing and still being copied by other states as a leadership model program. Again this year, staff is asking all TAL alumni and leaders in the industry to be on the lookout for exceptional candidates within your company and the agribusiness industry as potential applicants. We need your assistance in recruiting the rising stars of agribusiness while helping grow your business, association, and, in very a timely way, increase civic involvement. Applications and information for the 2014 class can be found at www.ksgrainandfeed.org. The time commitment is only six business days and one weekend of fun in our nation's capitol. Online advertising opportunity Each month, hundreds of people visit KGFA’s website for access to industry news, resources and association events. By having your company logo featured on the homepage as a “KGFA Partner,” you can increase your company’s online presence, attract business and further your brand among professionals in the agribusiness industry.

KGFA welcomes Dana Minihan to staff Dana Minihan joined the KGFA staff as Vice President of Member Services and External Operations effective September 3, 2013. Minihan oversees the association’s training programs, membership recruitment and retention efforts, and the Kansas Certified Crop Adviser Program. Minihan spent 20 years in the Department of Agronomy at Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Student Personnel Services at KSU. “Minihan has the agricultural background we were looking for in our new Vice President of Member Services, and we are confident she will be able to utilize her knowledge and industry relations from the university to thrive in this vital role in our associations,” KGFA President & CEO Tom Tunnell, said. “We are thrilled to have Dana join our staff and welcome her to the KGFA team.” Minihan has replaced Sarah Sexton-Bowser, who left to become the Kansas Regional Field Director for the United Sorghum Checkoff Board.

If you are already advertising in KGFA’s membership directory, you are also eligible to receive a 20% discount. Visit www.ksgrainandfeed.org to learn more. Fall 2013, GRAIN AND FEED REPORT

2014 SPONSORS Sponsorship Programâ&#x20AC;ŚBe seen in 2014 Because KGFA values our partners and stakeholders, the annual sponsorship program is designed to provide the best value for KGFA supporters. This program will enhance your company exposure and allow you to support a plethora of KGFA programs.

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See the enclosed brochure or visit www.ksgrainandfeed.org for details. Please return the commitment form no later than December 1. Your commitment will support 2014 KGFA activities, and you will not be billed until January. Thank you to the following companies that have committed thus far: Underwriter KFSA Founder Kansas Grain Inspection Service Inc. Patrons Cargill CoBank ACB Frisbie Construction Co., Inc. Hammel Scale Co. Inc. Hannebaum Grain Co. Inc. Industrial Maintenance Inc. Korol Financial Group LLC Watco Companies Builders Bartlett Grain Company, L.P. Bunge CTEC AG First National Bank of Hutchinson Frontier Ag Inc. Gavilon Grain, LLC Hooker Equity Exchange INTRUST Bank KC Supply Co. Inc. Louis Dreyfus Commodities McPherson Concrete Storage Systems RBH Mill & Elevator, a Lewis Goetz Co. Team Marketing Alliance The Cooperative Finance Association The Scoular Company Tri-States Grain Conditioning Inc. Donors ADM Investor Services Inc. Advance Trading Inc. AgMark LLC 10

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(Donorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continued) Bank of the West BarnesCo Inc. Central States Fumigation Cline Wood Agency Comark Grain Marketing, LLC D.E. Bondurant Grain Co. Ernest-Spencer Gamet Mfg. Inc. Hutchinson/Mayrath Irsik & Doll Feed Service Offerle Coop Grain & Supply Co. Palmer Grain Inc. Rolfes @ Boone Schoen Fumigation Inc. Skyland Grain LLC Southern Plains Coop Tomorrow's Agribusiness Leaders Advance Trading Inc. AgMark LLC Cargill Chemstar Products Conestoga Energy Partners LLC D.E. Bondurant Grain Co. Frisbie Construction Co., Inc. Hooker Equity Exchange Industrial Maintenance Inc. Irsik & Doll Feed Service Kansas Grain Inspection Service Inc. KC Supply Co. Inc. KFSA McPherson Concrete Storage Systems Offerle Coop Grain & Supply Co. Pride Ag Resources Team Marketing Alliance The Scoular Company Watco Companies

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. Thanks to KGFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Underwriting Sponsor, comprehensive hospital and medical, group life, dental, salary continuation, accidental death and property/casualty programs are offered through KFSA at a rate which is considerably less than what could be enjoyed by an individual firm. In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Spectrio On Hold Messaging 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 Ted Schultz Team Mktg. Alliance, Moundridge Vice-Chairman Pete Goetzmann ADM Grain Co., Overland Park Second Vice-Chairman Scott McWilliams Lansing Trade Group, Overland Park Immediate Past Chairman Stan Stark Farmers Coop Co., Haviland Directors Rich Arpin Palmer Grain, Palmer Gary Beachner Beachner Grain, Parsons Brad Cowan Frontier Ag, Goodland Brent Emch Cargill, Kansas City Jeremy Girard Hannebaum Grain Co. Inc., Salina Glen Hofbauer The Scoular Company, Kansas City James Jirak Pro-Ag Marketing, Kensington Deb Miller Farmers Union Merc. & Shpg., Stockton Jerry Murphy Bunge North America, Emporia Russ Ronnebaum Hammel Scale, Wichita Steve Shaver Andale Farmers Coop, Andale Bob Temple WindRiver Grain, Garden City

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