AGENDA
7:00-8:00 - Continental Breakfast
8:00-8:10 - Welcome
8:10-8:35
Overview of the Organic and Non-GMO Grain and Oilseed Marketplace
Kellee James, Founder & CEO, Mercaris
This session will address:
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Grains, oilseeds and feed supply and disposition
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Major production areas and suppliers in North America and globally
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Import and export trend and opportunities
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Seed and land availability
8:35-9:00
Defining and Comparing Costs, Yields and Benefits for Conventional, Non-GMO and Organic Farm Practices
Kate Leavitt, Director, Soybean Sales, SunOpta
This session will address:
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Definitions and practices used for conventional, non-GMO and organic oilseed and grain production
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Input and production costs, average yields and returns per acre associated with each farm practice
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Sustainability and related issues associated with the farm practices
9:00-9:25
Organic & Non-GMO, Dairy & Livestock: Challenges in Feed Supply and Production Practices
Peter Golbitz, Founder and Thought Leader, Agromeris
This session will address:
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The drivers of demand for organic and non-GMO meat and dairy
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Production practices and challenges
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The impact of organic and non-GMO dairy and livestock on feed demand
9:25-9:55 - Coffee Break
9:55-10:20
GMO Testing Protocols: What's the Current Science?
Jamie Welch, Scientist, Envirologix
A leading industry expert will walk through the science behind GMO testing, including:
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Current events that are being tested
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PCR vs. ELISA
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What does a non-GMO vs. organic claim signify?
10:20-10:45
What Does Organic Labeling Mean?
Nathaniel Lewis, Senior Crops and Livestock Specialist, Organic Trade Association (OTA)
This session will address:
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An overview of USDA National Organic Programs
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Requirements for organic and oversight
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International regulations and reciprocity
10:45-11:10
Mandatory Biotech Labeling vs. Voluntary Non-GMO Labeling
Mark Rokala, Founder, Rokala Public Affairs
Labeling is one of the most prolific topics facing the non-GMO sector, with strong opinions on all sides of the debate. This session will address:
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A review of current labeling protocols, globally and in North America
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Initiatives for mandatory GMO labeling, including Just Label It and state initiatives
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Voluntary non-GMO label programs, including USDA Non-GMO labels - Pompeo bill, Non-GMO Project and others
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What these labeling initiatives could mean for industry and what they mean to consumers
11:10-11:55
PANEL: Managing Co-Existence of Conventional, Non-GMO and Organic Agriculture and Chain of Custody
Chris Schreiner, Executive Director, Oregon Tilth
Lisa Spicka, Maracuja Solutions
This session will feature diverse perspectives, including growers, USDA, industry and consumers, addressing the following questions:
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What factors impact co-existence - including tolerance levels, insurance, compensation for contamination
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Supply chain management - best practices in the organic and non-GMO marketplace
11:55-12:40 - Lunch
12:40-1:25
PANEL: Can Industry Work Together to Support Farmers' Right to Choose?
Moderator
Peter Golbitz, Founder and Thought Leader, Agromeris
Panelists
Kate Leavitt, Director, Soybean Sales, SunOpta
Nathaniel Lewis, Senior Crops and Livestock Specialist, Organic Trade Association (OTA)
Mark Rokala, Founder, Rokala Public Affairs
Chris Schreiner, Executive Director, Oregon Tilth
The Organic & Non-GMO Forum will conclude with a comprehensive panel discussion that will bring all of the most crucial topics facing the sector together in one dynamic conversation, including:
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Discussion of the key challenges facing co-existence
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The farmer's toolbox - today's choices and thier impact on profitability
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How to develop and support a mutually beneficial marketplace that serves the needs of both the domestic and international stakeholders
1:25-1:30 - Program Close
1:30-2:00- Closing Coffee
2:00 - Oilseed & Grain Trade Summit Commences
ORGANIC & NON-GMO FORUM 2015
Developing the Supply Chain
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
The Organic & Non-GMO Forum is a unique one-day event that brings together stakeholders from across the organic and non-GMO value chain to address the growing opportunities and the significant supply chain challenges that still remain.
WHY ATTEND?
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Interactive presentations and panel discussions with leading experts in the field
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Crucial information, strategies and tools to engage in the sector
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Meet the companies engaging in this growing sector
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The only organic and non-GMO event that connects the entire oilseed and grains supply chain to address the critical challenges that lie ahead
SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSOR
Abbott Nutrition
Agrocentre Belcan Inc.
Ardent Mills
ARREFF Terminals Inc
Arreff Terminals, Inc.
BMO Harris Bank
Boyd Station
Bunge Ltd
CanEst Transit Inc.
Cargill
Ceres Global Ag Corp.
Consolidated Grain and Barge Company (CGB)
Cottonwood Ag Management
Dave's Killer Bread
Diamond V Mills Inc
DuPont Nutrition & Health
EnviroLogix Inc
Farm Credit Services of America
Farm Futures, Penton Publication
Feed Navigator
Firebird Artisan Mills
Grain St-Laurent
Husch Blackwell LLP
Ingredion
Land O'Lakes, Inc
Lansing Trade Group, LLC
Malden Specialty Soy, LLC
Manitoba Trade and Investment
Maracuja Solutions
Mercaris
Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd
Molitor Brothers Farm
Nestle USA
NFOrganics
North Dakota Commissioner of Agriculture
Nutrilite
Oregon Tilth
Organic Trade Association
Red River Farm Network
Renewable Energy Group
Rokala Strategies
SK Food International, Inc.
Soy 20/20
Soy Canada
St Lawrence Beans
Stonebridge Ltd.
SunOpta Grains and Foods Group
Sustainable Farm Partners, LLP
Technology Crops International
The Family Business Consulting Group, Inc.
The Hain Celestial Group
The Jacobsen
The Organic & Non-GMO Report
Tyson Foods, Inc.
WATT Global Media
Western Producer Newspaper
ATTENDING COMPANIES
EXHIBITORS & SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
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