One of the many presenters at the recent CUTC was Mariam Sticklen, Michigan State University. Her topic was, “Modifying of the Corn Genome for Cellulosic Ethanol.” She had a full room since this is such a timely topic. She says that corn ethanol is a transition but that it’s a good, mature technology which can still be improved. So she’s …
The Media Perspective on CUTC
While I was attending the CUTC I turned the tables on one of the media representatives covering the conference. Pictured on the left is Andy Vance, Buckeye Ag Radio Network along with NCGA’s Christina Koboldt. I asked Andy why he attended. He says that what’s happening with corn is extremely important right now to his audience and that he couldn’t …
Wine Glass Made From Corn
It has been a great day here at the Corn Utilization and Technology Conference. I’m going to have to head out early in the morning but have quite a few more interviews to post over the coming week or so including with several of the speakers. I thought I’d leave you with this picture from the photo album to show …
A Missouri Look at CUTC
One of the sponsors of the CUTC is the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council and we had a few representatives here including (l-r) Gary Wheeler and Gary Clark, as well as Jamey Cline, BBI International. They all work here in Missouri where the conference is taking place. I got them all to talk with me a little about the event with …
Getting Some NCGA Leadership Perspective on CUTC
It’s always good to hear what the leadership has to say about your event. So I found Rick Tolman (l), CEO of the NCGA and Richard Glass (r), VP of Research and Business Development for NCGA who are seated here at one of today’s presentations at the conference. When I spoke to Rick Tolman he said that he’s always rejuvenated …
CUTC Welcome Video
I know I already posted NCGA VP, Bob Dickey’s remarks earlier but I also have video of it too. Feel free to watch Bob get things started here at the CUTC in Kansas City, MO. ShareEmailPrint
Ribbon Cutting to Open Exhibits and Poster Session at CUTC
The grand opening session of exhibitors and the poster session at the CUTC got started with a ribbon cutting by USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development, Tom Dorr (l) and NCGA VP Bob Dickey (r). Following them we entered the exhibit area and were treated to a reception that consisted of some good food and something that I can only …
USDA Rural Development Secretary Keynotes CUTC
The Keynote Speaker for the Corn Utilization and Technology Conference was our USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development, Thomas Dorr. He told corn growers and all the attendees that they’re doing a great job. He also said that there are challenges ahead like the recent Grocery Manufacturers Association attack on ethanol. He says that’s making it difficult to get the …
NCGA VP Provides Welcome To CUTC
We were welcomed to the Corn Utilization and Technology Conference by NCGA First Vice President, Bob Dickey. He welcomed everyone and introduced the keynote speaker, USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development, Tom Dorr, seen here (left) talking to Bob prior to the start of the session. I spoke to Bob before things got going. He says there’s a contingent of …
Getting Started at the CUTC
The 2008 Corn Utilization and Technology Conference is about to begin. The event is being held at the Marriott in downtown Kansas City and I just got in and connected in the media room. In less than an hour we’ll kick things off with a Keynote Speech by USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Tom Dorr. He’ll be introduced by …