We are very pleased to announce Chairman of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, the Honorable Frank Lucas of Oklahoma will be the keynote speaker at this year's 4th Annual Meeting of the Southwest Council of Agribusiness.
The Meeting will be held at the Overton Hotel in Lubbock Texas July 21-22, 2011. The Overton is offering special room rates for any SWCA members wishing to stay the evening. To secure your reservation, call the Overton by July 13, 2011 at 806-776-7000.
The Membership Banquet will be Thursday evening with a keynote address from Chairman Lucas, a fifth generation Oklahoman whose family has farmed and ranched in this area for over 100 years.
Friday morning will feature a Farm Bill Roundtable Session featuring with Chairman Lucas, prominent Agricultural Economists, and the leadership of SWCA member organizations coming together to consider and debate the best policy options for the 2012 Farm Bill which is fast approaching.
With all of the great speakers, special guests, and substantive discussions planned regarding policies and issues affecting the business of agriculture, we are certain this will be a great event you will want to attend.
Please mark your calendars and make plans to be in Lubbock on July 21, 22.
We look forward to seeing you!
Frank Lucas; Chairman of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee
