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Las Vegas

American Feed Industry Association Representing the Total Feed Industry 2101 Wilson Blvd, Suite 916

Arlington, VA 22201

PISC Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference

Las Vegas March 5-7,

2008

PISC Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference

Las Vegas March 5-7,

2008

Registration Fees for advanced registration received by February 21, 2008 are $589 for AFIA members and $1,767 for non-members. The spouse fee is $200 (registration required to attend any conference function). Take advantage of advanced registration; after February 21, there will only be onsite registration. The member fee will be increased to $639, non-members $1,917 and spouses $250. To register, please complete the enclosed form and mail or fax back to the AFIA office or visit www.afia.org to register online. Refund Policy - All refund requests must be faxed or mailed to the AFIA offices. A 90% refund will be approved if AFIA is notified of cancellation prior to February 1, 2008. A 50% refund will be issued with notification prior to February 21, 2008. No refunds will be issued thereafter.

Hotel Reservation

The Flamingo has anchored the Las Vegas Strip since they started rolling dice in 1946. This self-contained casino and resort offers everything an adventurous vacationer could want, including a Wildlife Habitat and a 15-acre Caribbean-style water playground. Set on the famous four corners of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road, this hotel combines heart-pounding Las Vegas excitement with hospitality and service that's second to none. The Flamingo offers everything from a fabulous spa, to can’t miss shopping for your stay on the famous Strip. To learn more, visit www.FlamingoLasVegas.com. Please make your reservations directly with the Flamingo Hotel and Casino at 800-835-5686. Mention you are with the American Feed Industry Association and the following code (SFAFI8) to receive the preferred room rate of $165 for single/double room occupancy. Also, ask your reservation agent for the price and availability on “GO” rooms (newly renovated exclusive guest rooms.) Guaranteed reservations are refundable if cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival. The cut-off date for making discounted room reservations is February 3, 2008. After this date, AFIA’s room block will be released and reservations (if rooms are available) will be at higher rates.

Airport and Local Ground Transportation The Flamingo is located within minutes of McCarran International Airport. A variety of shuttle/limousine services are available at McCarran, and are located on the west side of baggage claim, outside door exits 8-13. There are shuttles, taxis and “for hire” stretch limou-sine services. For pricing details please visit www.mccarran.com/03_shuttles_01.asp.

Name Badge Required Registrants will receive a name badge that must be worn for entry into all speaking sessions, meal and social functions.

Dress Code The conference dress code is business casual (ties not required.)

PISC Golf Tournament

The AFIA Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Committee is hosting a team scramble on Friday, March 7, 2008. It will be held at the Silver-stone Golf Club. This course brings together challenging holes and beau-tiful fairways with incredible views of mountains, waterfalls and rivers. To learn more about the course, please view, www.silverstonegolfclub.com. You must register for golf with your conference registration to guarantee your slot. The golf fees of $140 include green fees, cart, driving range, breakfast bar and lunch, refreshments, and prizes during the post-tournament ceremony held at lunch. Golf foursomes must be submitted to AFIA in writing by February 15, 2008. Arrangements for golf club rental must be made directly with the pro shop by calling 1-702-562-3770 x103.

Spouse Program Included with the spouse registration are Wednesday’s Welcome Reception, Thursday’s Buffet Luncheon and the Grand Reception as well as attendance at any of the sessions. Badges are required for admittance into these events.

Networking Room The Networking Room is a great place to meet with customers, conduct business, meet with AFIA staff, learn about event sponsors or just take a break.

Sponsorship Opportunities AFIA and the Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Committee wish to express sincere appreciation to past sponsors for their continued support of this conference. If you would like to become a sponsor and have your company’s name prominently displayed during the conference in recognition of your support, contact Sarah Novak at snovak@afia.org before February 1, 2008. Diamond $11,000 (limited to 2 companies) Platinum $8,000 - $10,999 (limited to 3 companies) Gold $5,000 - $7,999 Silver $2,500 - $4,999 Bronze $1,750 - $2,499 Named $500 - $1,749 There are also golf sponsorship opportunities available for the team golf scramble on March 7, 2008. To learn more and support the tournament, please contact Keith Epperson at kepperson@afia.org.

Additional Information If you have questions or need assistance with registration, please contact Sharon Henry by calling 703-558-3571.

An event your company cannot afford to miss!

American Feed Industry Association, representing the total feed industry, is proud to host the Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference 2008. If you want to up your ante with top industry ingredient

buyers and sellers, you’ll want to be in Las Vegas for the Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference. No bluffing, what makes this conference a winning hand is the opportunity for participants

to share experiences and create new partnerships. PISC is the place where top industry professionals meet to discuss purchasing and ingredient issues facing the animal feed and pet

food industry, while enjoying the action of Las Vegas.

Starring Network with over 400 representatives from

the animal feed, integrated production and pet food industry at the feed industry’s largest Purchasing and

Ingredient Suppliers Conference (PISC). The 2008 PISC in Las Vegas will provide an excellent

opportunity to conduct business, renew contacts and learn about the latest industry trends. If you

have any questions, contact Keith Epperson (703-558-3568) or Jarrod Kersey (703-558-3565).

The

Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers

Conference

Wednesday, March 5

9:00am – 7:00pm Registration 1:00 – 1:15 Welcome 1:15 – 2:30 World Markets: Supply and Demand of Agricultural Products Dr. Keith Collins, Chief Economist, USDA –INVITED Dr. Collins will provide insight and analysis of the global supply and demand of agricultural goods. 2:30 – 3:30 Marketing in Time of Turmoil Dr. David Downey, Department of Agricultural Economics, Purdue University Dr. Downey will discuss aspects of marketing relationship between suppliers and manufacturers. 3:30 – 3:45 Break 3:45 – 4:45 Insuring Ingredient Quality and Safety Dr. Keith Behnke, Professor, Grain Science and Industry, Kansas State University Dr. Behnke will offer insights on how to meet quality and safety standards of ingredients. 4:45 – 5:00 Q & A Panel 5:30 – 7:00 Welcome Reception (Name Badges Required)

Thursday, March 6

7:00am – 3:00pm Registration 7:00 – 8:00 Breakfast Buffet 8:00 – 8:05 Welcome 8:05 – 9:00 Market Outlook: Feed, Grains and Oilseed Markets Richard Brock, President, Brock Associates Mr. Brock will provide his outlook and answer questions on all major markets. 9:00 – 10:00 Market Outlook: Meat, Milk and Eggs Mark Pearson, Economist, Host of Market to Market, a public TV show viewed in 30 states and host of a daily farm radio program, The Big Show Mr. Pearson will provide his perspective on the meat, milk and egg market. 10:00 – 10:30 Break

10:30 – 11:30 Political Outlook: Where are we going with American agriculture? Jay Lehr, Senior Scientist, Environmental Education Enterprises Dr. Lehr will provide his insights regarding the election year and a look at political implications and agriculture policy predictions. 11:30 – 12:00 Political Commentary 2008 Kevin Rook, Attorney at Law, Los Angeles, CA Mr. Rook will provide his insights into the 2008 presidential race. 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 2:00 Biofuels Effects on Global Food Production Dermot Hayes, Ph. D., Professor, Pioneer Chair in Agribusiness, Department of Economics, Iowa State University Dr. Hayes will look at the details of biofuels and share his insights of its effects on global food production. 2:00 – 3:00 Nutritional Impacts of Co-Products from the Biofuel Industry Harold Tilstra, Land O’Lakes Purina Feed Mr. Tilstra will provide insights into the feeding of livestock. 3:00 – 3:30 Break 3:30 – 5:00 Feed Safety – Protecting the U.S. Feed Industry Tom Buchino, Retired Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) Mr. Buchino will share insights on how to protect the feed industry from the perspective of his 23 years of military service in over 52 countries. 5:00 Closing Remarks 5:30 – 7:00 Grand Reception (Name Badges Required)

Friday, March 7

8:00 – 8:05 Buses Loaded 8:05 – 9:00 Travel Time 9:00 – 2:30 Golf Tournament (Team Scramble)

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Phone ____________________ Fax____________________ Email_________________________ Persons with special dietary needs or who require alternative means of communication (such as Braille, large print, sign language or language

interpretation) should contact the Membership Department at 703-558-3570 at least one week before the meeting.

REGISTRATION FEES: (Please check appropriate box) Pre-registration Onsite Ends February 21 AFIA Member □ $589 □ $639

Non-Member □ $1,767 □ $1,917

Spouse □ $200 □ $250

Golf Tournament □ $140 □ Not Avaliable

List golfers with whom you would like to play. Check boxes if you are paying their fee. □ ____________________________________ □ ________________________________ □ ____________________________________ □ ________________________________

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Return this completed registration form with a check made payable to AFIA: AFIA, 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 916, Arlington, VA 22201

Fax 703.524.1921 You can also register online at www.afia.org.

Refund Policy- All refund requests must be faxed or mailed to the AFIA offices. A 90% refund will be approved if AFIA is notified of cancellation prior to February 1, 2008. A 50% refund will be issued with notification prior to February 21, 2008. No refunds will be issued thereafter.

Registration Form 2008 Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference

March 5-7, 2008 Flamingo Hotel & Casino