Results are in for World Ag Expo Forage Challenge

A total of $18,000 in prizes was awarded today to winners of the 2012 World Ag Expo Forage Challenge, presented by Mycogen Seeds. Finalists were chosen from 77 entries from nine western states.

The competition challenged farmers to enter the best of what they grow to see who produced the highest-quality forage in the West. Samples of the finalists’ entries will be on display in World Ag Expo’s New Products and Forage Challenge Center on T Street and Expo Lane during the Expo.

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Beef and Livestock Pavilion Brings Live Demonstrations and Competition to World Ag Expo

With less than one week left before World Ag Expo begins, the beef and livestock pavilion is buzzing with activity in preparation for the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition. Pavilion D, which is home to beef and livestock exhibitors, seminars, live cattle demonstrations and new for this year, a ranching and livestock competition, is the place to be to see the latest advances in the beef and livestock industries.

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“We Believe in Growing” Scholarship to be Awarded at World Ag Expo Media Day

The World Ag Expo and E.M. Tharp Inc. “We Believe in Growing” scholarship winners were announced today and will be presented with their awards during World Ag Expo’s Media Day on February 13, 2012. The graduating seniors, Miranda Medrano of Wasco, and Jace Tarbell of Visalia, will each receive a $2,500 scholarship to be renewed up to four years, totaling $10,000 per student.

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World Ag Expo Exhibitors Help Farmers Comply with Emissions Standards

In keeping with tradition, the latest in agricultural technology will be featured at the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition. Since 1968, World Ag Expo has been the place to exhibit the latest in cutting-edge agricultural technology and equipment. This year, 1,400 exhibitors will fill World Ag Expo’s 200 acres of show grounds with 2.6 million square feet of exhibits.

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World Ag Expo 2012: There’s an App for that!

Going to World Ag Expo? There’s an app for that! A new mobile app has been developed for the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition which is held in Tulare, California on February 14-16 this year.

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Dairy Family Celebrates 100 Years of Dairying at World Ag Expo

The Airoso family will celebrate its 100th anniversary of dairying in California with a dairy consignment sale at World Ag Expo in Tulare on February 16. The sale, which will showcase some of the best genetic opportunities that Holstein and Jersey breeds have to offer, is the first-ever dairy sale at World Ag Expo.

In total, 85 Holsteins and 15 Jerseys will sell next month in World Ag Expo's Entertainment Pavilion. A preview will begin at 2:00 p.m., followed by the auction at 4:00 p.m. After the conclusion of the sale, dinner will be served followed by live entertainment by Michael Peterson and Chaparral.

The Airoso family, who came to the United States from Portugal's Azores islands in 1912, began by milking a small heard by hand in the early 1900s.

"My great grandfather came to this country in 1912 along with his four sons and settled near Corcoran, California where they began milking 150 cows by hand," said Joey Airoso, the sale's host. "We've developed a passion for breeding great cows that last with high production and good components."

All proceeds from the sale's first lot, Air-Osa Passion for AG-Red, will be donated to the Ag Warriors program which will benefit veterans in search of long-term careers in agriculture.

"We really believe in this program and want to play a role in supporting veterans who have done so much for our country," said Airoso. "Agriculture is one of the most important industries in this country, and it's nice to be able to partner with veterans who are interested in, and appreciate what we're doing."

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World Ag Expo Show Grounds Mapped by GPS in Preparation for 45th Annual Show

World Ag Expo has precisely mapped nearly all of its 2.6 million square feet of show grounds using a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). The new technology has replaced the antiquated method of physically measuring and marking spaces for more than 1400 exhibitors since 1968.

Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA), a global innovative positioning technology provider for precision farming, has provided its Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) survey equipment to map the grounds of the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition.

"Topcon Precision Agriculture is enthusiastic both about 2012 World Ag Expo, and the opportunity to offer some of the latest advancements in improving the efficiency and productivity of agricultural equipment," said Michael Gomes, director of marketing, Topcon Precision Agriculture. "From automatic steering, through variable rate application and on farm GIS software, Topcon has a suite of products that help farmers become more profitable and efficient with their resources."

Since World Ag Expo began in 1968, spaces have been marked by volunteers who spent weekends measuring spaces by hand.

"We’re pleased to have Topcon as our first-ever precision agriculture partner," said World Ag Expo’s director of corporate partnerships, Stacey Beachy. "The technology used by Topcon on our show grounds allows us to provide exhibitors with an accurate measurement of their spaces—giving them the best opportunity to reach their audience at World Ag Expo."

The new method will considerably reduce the amount of time and labor required to prepare for the annual show. With the completion of the project in 2013, all of World Ag Expo’s outdoor exhibit spaces will be precisely marked. Employing this new technology continues to make World Ag Expo a leader in the industry.

Topcon Precision Agriculture is Official World Ag Expo Precision Farming Partner

Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA), a global innovative positioning technology provider for precision farming, has provided its Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) survey equipment to precisely map nearly all of World Ag Expo's 2.6 million square feet of show grounds. The new technology has replaced the antiquated method of physically measuring and marking spaces for more than 1400 exhibitors.

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World Ag Expo Supports FFA Programs at 45th Annual Show

FFA members from across the country won’t want to miss this year’s World Ag Expo in Tulare, California. With programs aimed at motivating students, raising money for chapters, and a competition with cash prizes, World Ag Expo has built programs to support FFA students on a local, state and national level. Download news release to read more.

World Ag Expo Celebrates 45 Years of Excellence

World Ag Expo will celebrate 45 years of excellence February 14-16, 2012 in Tulare, California. The largest annual agricultural exposition of its kind, World Ag Expo touts more than 1,400 exhibitors who display cutting-edge agricultural technology and equipment on 2.6 million square feet of show grounds. An estimated average of 100,000 individuals from 70 countries attend estimated average of 100,000 individuals from 70 countries attend the Expo each year to learn about the latest advances in agriculture. Click here to read more.

World Ag Expo Celebrates 45 Years of Excellence

WAE will celebrate 45 years of excellence February 14-16, 2012 in Tulare, California. The largest annual agricultural exposition of its kind, World Ag Expo touts more than 1,400 exhibitors who display cutting-edge agricultural technology and equipment on 2.6 million square feet of show grounds. An estimated average of 100,000 individuals from 70 countries attend the Expo each year to learn about the latest advances in agriculture.

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World Ag Expo Announces 2012 Top-10 New Products

Results are in for the World Ag Expo’s Top-10 New Products competition. The winners will be showcased February 14-16, 2012 during the 45th annual World Ag Expo in Tulare, California.

“The Top-10 new products are a favorite “must-see” among World Ag Expo visitors,” said 2012 World Ag Expo chairman, Patty Colson. “Attendees should make sure to stop by the New Products center to view this year’s winners.”

A group of judges made up of farmers, ranchers and industry professionals selected the Top-10 New Products. The winners will be showcased inside the New Product Pavilion on Expo Lane and R Street.

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President George W. Bush to Speak at Ag Warriors Gala During World Ag Expo

The International Agri-Center announced today that President George W. Bush will be the featured guest at the Ag Warriors Gala on February 15, 2012 during World Ag Expo in Tulare, California. The event will benefit returning veterans by placing them in long-term professions in the agriculture industry.

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International Agri-Center Announces Concerts for a Cause featuring Trace Adkins

Enjoy a live concert by four-time Grammy nominee, five-time ACM and CMT award winner, Trace Adkins! Trace will perform at the International Agri-Center’s Concerts for a Cause on February 14, 2012 during World Ag Expo in Tulare, California.

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World Ag Expo Calls for Forage Challenge Entries

Growers of high quality forages will be rewarded with cash prizes in the 2012 World Ag Expo Forage Challenge, presented by Mycogen Seeds. The competition challenges farmers and ranchers in 11 western states to enter their best alfalfa hay, standard corn silage or brown midrib (BMR) corn silage to honor those who produce the highest-quality forages in the West. The deadline to enter is December 15...

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E.M. Tharp and WAE Announce “We Believe in Growing” Scholarship

World Ag Expo and E.M. Tharp, Inc. have teamed up for the sixth year to provide the “We Believe in Growing” scholarship, created to support agricultural education. High school seniors from Madera, Fresno, Tulare, Kings and Kern counties are encouraged to apply by January 20, 2012 to be considered. Two $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who attend a four-year university to major in an agricultural field. The scholarships will be disbursed over four years at $2,500 per year...

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WAE Names Progressive Dairyman as Official Dairy Publication

Progressive Dairyman has been selected as the official dairy publication of World Ag Expo 2012. Not only will the magazine be distributed at World Ag Expo, but dairy producers from across the country will begin receiving producer focused information in November to help them plan their visit to World Ag Expo.

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Toyota Launches Program to Benefit FFA Chapters Statewide

For the fourth year, Toyota will donate a new Tundra to World Ag Expo’s FFA Toyota Tundra Giveaway. Toyota and California FFA chapters are working together with World Ag Expo to support FFA programs in schools throughout California. Tickets are available from FFA members for a suggested donation of $5.

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Beef and Livestock Pavilion Returns to World Ag Expo 2012

For the second year, World Ag Expo will be home to a 30,000 square foot pavilion dedicated to beef and livestock. The pavilion will include a live demonstration area where exhibitors can showcase their new technology in the beef and livestock industries.

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World Ag Expo 2012 Searches for “Top-10” Product Entries

World Ag Expo is searching for the newest and most innovative products for World Ag Expo 2012. For the seventh year, a panel of World Ag Expo Top-10 judges will select 10 new products to highlight at the Expo, scheduled for February 14-16, 2012.

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