OABA GRAIN DAY

Grain Committee plans new event

The OABA Grain Committee is finalizing details for OABA Grain Day a new membership event. OABA Grain Day is Thursday, September 8, 2005, at Shelby Oaks Golf Club, Sidney, Ohio.

The intent of Grain Day is to provide a causal, fun event for everyone in the grain industry to visit with one another, as well as learn about key industry trends. The day starts with two options - touring the Cargill Oil Pressing plant in Sidney, or playing a fun nine holes of golf at the Shelby Oaks Golf Club. Next comes lunch and the opportunity to visit exhibitors and friends. The afternoon program features Peter Nessler Jr. Vice President, Renewable Fuels Group FCStone, LLC discussing "The Future of Ethanol". The committee is exploring a speaker to address the recent interest from fund managers in the commodity industry. The day concludes with a cookout and more time for socializing.

Watch your mail and the OABA web site for registration information. Plan now to spend the day in a relaxed atmosphere enjoying friends and colleagues, and maybe conduct a little business.