Agriculture & Rural Development

The 2007 Farm Bill

The reauthorization of the Farm Bill is being undertaken at an unprecedented crossroads for American agriculture. Difficult fiscal conditions, increased pressure from the global trading community on subsidies, expanded demands from consumers for environmental services, and declining profitability for the majority of farmers makes this year’s discussion of federal farm policy critical to the future of American agriculture.

Dale Moore, Chief of Staff, United States Department of Agriculture

Congressman Rodney Alexander, Louisiana

Moderator:  Will Snell, Extension Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Kentucky (invited)

New Developments in Biofuels

With fuel prices soaring and environmental worries rising, seeking alternatives to fossil fuels has achieved an astounding level of interest. Among the keenest interest has been in the arena of cellulosic ethanol and other biomass-based fuels. This session explores the current opportunities for cellulosic biofuels and provides a glimpse into what is to come.

Maurice Hladik, Director of Marketing, Iogen Corporation, Ontario

John Ashworth, Team Leader, Biomass Partnership Development, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Colorado

Virginia BioVirginia Biodiesel Refinery LLC

In operation since 2003, the Virginia Biodiesel Refinery produces 8 million gallons of biodiesel a year. A pioneer in the field, the West Point plant produces a high-quality and sustainable product that provides both environmental and economic benefits to the state and the nation. Space is limited; SLC Committee appointees only

Space is limited--committee members only.

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