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| U.S. DOT Will Not Propose Ag Regulations | |
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced that it will not propose new regulations governing the transport of agricultural products, or offer further guidance to states on interpreting interstate commerce and implements of husbandry regulations.
MWFPA submitted comments to the agency in June stressing that any effort to define implements of husbandry as commercial motor vehicles could have a negative impact on the fruit and vegetable industry. FMCSA determined that most States have already adopted common sense enforcement practices that allow farmers to safely move equipment to and from their fields.
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WI GOP Maintains Control of Senate in Recall | |
Wisconsin Republicans retained control of the state Senate with victories in four out of six recall elections. The results represent a victory for Governor Walker, who used his legislative majorities to place collective-bargaining curbs on most public employee unions in February and March, sparking weeks of protests. Two more recall elections, involving Democratic incumbents, will be held tomorrow, and one race is considered competitive. To date, estimates are that over $35 million has been spent on the recall races. Compare that to $19.3 million spent in 2010's 115 legislative races and the $37.4 million spent in the race for governor.
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MWFPA Convention Booth Lottery Nearing End | |
The August 26 registration deadline for the booth lottery is getting closer and registrations have been coming in at a brisk pace. Those submitting booth applications after that date will be assigned a location on the convention floor on a first come-first served basis and upon availability.
The 2011 MWFPA Annual Convention and P rocessing Crops Conference provides a single location to showcase innovations, connections and solutions to processors and suppliers in the food manufacturing industry. This three-day event is a must for those involved in the industry. Don't miss the opportunity to network, engage in new business relationships and find solutions to challenges facing your company!
Activities commence Tuesday, November 29th and go thru Thursday December 1st at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells, WI. This year's theme will be "Healthy Food Through Association."
Check out the exhibitor prospectus. There's no better time to put your company name and products in front of hundreds of Midwest food industry leaders, owners and operators in one setting. Reserve your space on the convention floor now!
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Welcome New Association Members! | | |
Join us in welcoming our newest members to the Association! Please visit their websites by clicking on the company name to learn more about them.
Great Lakes Belting & Supply Corp
DeVere Company, Inc.
Avatar Corporation
Coperion Corporation
AGC Heat Transfer Inc.
PureLine Treatment Systems
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Red Gold Seeks Maintenance Manager | |
Red Gold, Inc. is seeking a full-time Maintenance Manager at its Geneva, IN facility. The position reports to the Plant Manager.
Duties include daily management and budgeting. Minimum requirements include a 4 year technical degree or equivalent,
certificates in the following areas are valuable: Government Approvals, Electrical, Boiler, Hydraulics, Chemical Handling, Programming, OSHA, Welding, Wastewater Treatment.
Ten years experience in any 3 of the following major areas in a plant environment: Facilities Management, Equipment Maintenance, Engineering, Project Leadership and Preventative Maintenance
Red Gold, Inc. offers canned tomato products and juices in North America. For consideration, email your resume to: hr@redgold.com or apply www.redgold.com/careers.
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| MWFPA Calendar of Events | |
November 29-Dec. 1, 2011: MWFPA 107th Annual Convention and 84th Annual Processing Crops Conference, Wisconsin Dells, WI, Kalahari Resort and Convention Center. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to gain exclusive insights from some of the industry's most innovative and knowledgeable representatives and to make meaningful contacts with clients, prospects and referral sources.
The convention prospectus is now available and the booth lottery is underway! |
| MWFPA Educational Opportunities | |
September 12-14, 2011: GMA-FMI Sustainability Summit
Scottsdale, Ariz. Join other socially and environmentally conscious executives at the FMI-GMA Sustainability Summit - your opportunity to gain the resources needed to accelerate sustainability programs within your company. Programs and activities for the summit are designed specifically for the food and consumer products industry by your industry peers. For more information, click here.
September 13-15, 2011: Process Hazard Analysis (Emphasizing Ammonia Refrigeration Systems)
The Pyle Center, 702 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. Learn how you can achieve a high-quality process hazard analysis for your ammonia refrigeration systems. To enroll or find additional information about this course, click here.
October 10-12, 2011: GMA-FMI Strategies for Growth Conference The Grocery Manufacturers Association and the Food Marketing Institute are teaming up to host Strategies for Growth 2011, to be held in Dallas, TX. This conference brings a fresh, forward-looking approach on how today's retailers and manufacturers must innovate to drive tomorrow's business.
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