The official registration form and schedule for the 2011 Agriculture's Promise event to be held April 10th - 12th at the Gaylord National in Washington D.C.

1. Leader for Agriculture
“Agriculture’s Promise”
The Washington Forum .
The Agriculture’s Next Generation Issues Forum
(ANGI Forum) is a collaborative, multiple organi-
zation and agribusiness supported discussion
where the participating entities share their per-
spectives. Experts will offer testimony on a se-
lect number of current issues. Through the
Headquarters Hotel: Gaylord National
cross-section of participating voices, individuals
(on the Potomac in Washington D.C.)
will grow in their personal understanding and
appreciation of the challenge of finding a nation-
To make reservations, please
wide consensus. Further, they will come to un-
call 334-213-3276. We are handling reserva-
derstand the common-ground that is shared by
tions through the NYFEA office. The phone
everyone in the agricultural community. Ideally,
number for the Gaylord National is
they will identify a common understanding of
301-965-2000.
what must be done to promote success in the
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next generation of agriculture.
.. Room rate is $170+ per night for the NY-
USDA and Congressional Leaders Events feature FEA—Young/ Beginning Producer Forum.
leaders that influence the future of agricultural Deadline March 10, 2011.
policy will be available for discussion. Individual
participants will hear from a panel of leaders that
serve in the Senate and House as agricultural
liaisons. Further, executives from USDA will pre-
sent opportunities and hear from participants as
it relates to the Department’s work.
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Eligible participants will attend form collaborat-
ing organizations. They will have the opportunity
to bring people to Agriculture’s Promise.
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Schedule of Events
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Sunday—April 10
(Morning) Washington Tour: Interested guests may register to at-
tend a tour of the DC area. This will be provided by DC vendors.
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2011 Agriculture’s Promise 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm—NYFEA Leadership and Delegates
April 10-12, 2011 A discussion on next year and how NYFEA can make a difference.
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One form per Person is a Requirement —
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Monday—April 11
Deadline March 10, 2011 8:30 am – 9:15 am—Ag Decision Makers Panel
SELECTION of ACTIVITIES: 1. History Tour @ Next generation issues conducted by a panel of governmental offi-
added $75 each __Yes cials, business leaders and association executives
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2. ____ Mon. Lunch 9:30 am – 10:30 am—“What is the Next Generation Facing in En-
3. ____ Tues. Continental Breakfast
vironmental Issues ?”
4. ____ Tues. Night (Reception)
A program with specific discussion topics relative to the environment,
5. Agricultures Promise registration rate is $210 per
with emphasis on livestock related issues.
person .
6. Hotel reservations—call 334-213-3276 (for info 10:45 am – 11:45 am - Young Ag Leaders Event (YALE)
call—301-965-2000) Gaylord National. Round table discussion to identify five issues to address at 1:40 pm –
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―What is the Next Generation Facing?‖
PAYMENT PLAN : Total Submitted ___ $210 + .
____ $75 = $ _____ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Luncheon – Speaker: Senior USDA Official
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1. Check: ________ 1:40 pm – 2:30 pm Young Ag Leaders Event (YALE)
2. Credit Card: • MCard • Visa • Discover //// A group of young and beginning producers and agribusiness profes-
Exp date: _____ sional will moderate to address the five issues identified at the YALE
Card #: ___________ _ _______ session as well as other topics.
Signature: __________________ .
Name:________________________ . 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Reception on the Hill for Congressional Staff
Organization: __________________ .
Title: _________________________ Tuesday—April 12
Email:__________________ 9:00 am—10:00 am Briefing by Congressional Staff (House and
Address: ___________ ___________ Senate Agriculture Committees)
City: _________________ (Morning)
State: ____ Zip: __________ .
Phone: ___________ 10:30 am until
Visit with Congressional Staff
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Mail: Ag Promise; P.O. Box 20326;
Montgomery, AL 36120 or
fax to 334-213-0421 by March 10, 2011.

2. Leader for Agriculture
Agriculture’s Promise
A collaborative effort sponsored
in part by the United States
Department of Agriculture.
Thank You to Secretary Tom Vilsack.
The association is focused on helping individuals reach their full potential. With the Washing-
ton experience, the association is working to partner with many other associations and organi-
zations. The conference is designed to encourage individuals with an interest in the future of
the industry to learn about issues and receive insight on “how to make a difference for the next
generation.” It includes an Ag Decision Makers College (policy discussion) and a Young Ag
Leaders Event (career training for agriculturalists ages 18-22). Join NYFEA in Washington
(www.agriculturespromise.com)
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Picture this: a national presence in Washington on the first Monday and Tuesday before Con-
gress leaves for its annual Easter break. With young agriculturalists from collegiate back-
grounds to active businessmen and women; this scene would represent all corners of the na-
tion. Representative groups from every major commodity and policy entity would be included.
Plus, individuals nominated and supported by industry would attend. All of them would con-
verge on the nation’s capital for a day of connecting with the issues and the leaders that imple-
ment policy. The participants would be encouraged to share with members of Congress the
overall message of agriculture and the need to support the “next generation.” They would re-
mind elected officials and other policy influencers that agriculture represents the strength of
America. Further, they would call on the leaders of Congress to “stand strong” for the overall
business of food and fiber production.
Overview: From visits to the historically significant and inspirational monuments to discus-
sions with key policy makers at both USDA and in Congress, former attendees have found this
to be an extraordinary experience. All organizations with an emphasis group (council, commit-
tee, advisory board…) focusing on training and encouraging the next generation are invited to
attend. The event is hosted at the Gaylord National in Washington D.C. and coordinated by NY-
FEA).
The program will focus on providing Advocacy for the Next Generation. It is a dedicated time
for taking the message of the next generation to the Hill.
Agriculture’s Promise