Grain & Feed · 2019. 2. 6. · Grain & Feed Industry Conference January 15-16, 2014 Embassy Suites on Monterey Bay An educational program presented by the 1521 I Street Phone (916)

G r a i n & F e e dI n du st ry C o n f e r e n c e

January 15-16, 2014Embassy Suites on Monterey Bay

An educational program presented by the

1521 I Street Phone (916) 441-2272Sacramento, Ca 95814 Fax (916) 446-1063www.cgfa.org [email protected]

2014 GRAIN & FEED INDUSTRY CONFERENCESCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

TUESDAY ~ JANUARY 14th

5:00 pm-7:30 pm Early Registration and Welcome Reception

WEDNESDAY ~ JANUARY 15TH

8:00 am-9:30 am Top OSHA Issues for 2014This presentation will provide an update on emerging regulatory issues within the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Topics will include OSHA’s policies, rulemakings and interpretations on such issues as continued enforcement within the grain handling industry, sweep augers located inside bins; confined space/boot pits; combustible dust and revised hazard communication standard and rolling stock fall protection as well as an update on the review/revision process in regards to NFPA 61 standards. Jess McCluer, Director of Safety and Regulatory Affairs, NGFA. 9:30 am-10:00 am Forklift Maintenance

As with every machine, the various mechanical parts of a forklift also tend to wear out with continuous use. This wearing out process is especially critical with the moving parts, thus necessitating the need for a stringent forklift maintenance program. Audie Burgan, JM Equipment Co., Inc.

10:00 am-10:15 am Break

10:15 am-11:30 am Food Safety and Modernization Act UpdateMatt Frederking, a frequent corporate trainer and consultant on food safety law compliance for the grain & feed industry, will provide the latest developments on implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act in this session. FSMA is currently in the midst of federal rulemaking procedures which will affect operations for virtually all U.S. grain industry processors, and both food and feed import and export suppliers of grains. Frederking will cover the latest news on what the grain & feed indsutry will need to know and do to comply with FSMA. Matt Frederking, Ralco Ag Solutions, Inc.

11:30 am-12:00 noon Update on the Model FSMA Plan Developed for the California Feed Industry Members The team from CDFA’s SAFE program will update the group on the model FSMA plan developed for the California Feed Industry. A plan that demonstrates what sets the California feed industry apart from other states and the relationship between industry and CDFA. The aspects and details of the process verification inspection checklist will be outlined. Jenna Areias, Mike Davidson and Samantha Moran, CDFA

12:00 noon-1:00 pm Group Luncheon: Networking Opportunities for Students

The Grain & Feed Industry Conference is an annual two-day educational event that is planned and coordinated by the California Grain & Feed Association. The basic purpose of the conference is to provide mill managers and key employees of grain handling and feed manufacturing operations a unique educational program consisting of both managerial and technical information specific to the industry. Rather than presenting abstract and theoretical concepts, the Grain & Feed Industry Conference emphasizes practical skills and techniques that are of direct and immediate benefit to the participants. The conference is an extensive educational program. Because many of the participants who attend the GFIC do not attend the CGFA Annual Convention, the conference provides an opportunity to network with others in the industry. The GFIC also gives the association the opportunity to showcase some of the current programs and activities of CGFA. In addition to the educational components, the networking opportunities and the exhibits are important elements of the Grain & Feed Industry Conference.

1:00 pm/2:00 pm Moving Products Along The Railways is Vital to Our Industry This Session Addresses What is Involved With Rail Safety

* Movement on the Track and Equipment Training for Railcars Frank Jones, Pacific West Systems * Locomotive Inspection Process and Interpretation of the Results Bart & Phillip Verstegen, South West Locomotive Repair * Regularly Scheduled Track Inspections and Track Safety Peter Schwartzing, H & H Engineering

2:00 pm/3:10 pm Trucking Issues Is Outsourcing Your Transportation Services An Option? Rodney Nye, JB Hunt Transport, Inc. Regulatory Issues Facing the Trucking Industry Chris Shimoda, CTA

3:10 pm/3:20 pm Break

3:20 pm/5:10 pm Feed Mill Production Session * Mixers – Mark Daniel, Evonik * Pellet Conditioning As It Relates to Pellet Quality & Feed Safety Greg Alles, Andritz NA * Dealing With The New Boiler Emission Regulation Rob Schmitz and Doug Vickery, R.F. MacDonald * An Introduction to Trapped Key Interlocking and Their Use to Enforce Machine and Process Safety Carl Pancutt, Castell Interlocks Inc.

5:10 pm/6:45 pm Table Top Exhibits and Social Hour

6:45 pm/9:30 pm Group BBQ Dinner Buffet and Fun Casino Night

THURSDAY ~ JANUARY 16TH

8:00 am/9:15 am Energy In The Feed Mill Solar Panel Concept and Options For Consumers to Consider With Solar James Gillespy, Pacific Power Renewables Energy Savings Measures for Feed Mills Justin Westmoreland PE, Staff Engineer at Alternative Energy Systems Consulting

9:15 am/9:30 am Break

9:30 am/11:30 am Interactive Human Relations Workshop - “You Make The Call” Marty Jakosa, Human Resource Manager/Certified Professional Coach

11:30 am Closing, Grand Prize and Golden Bucket Award Winner Announced

1:00 pm Golf at Pacific Grove Municipal Course

OTHER CONFERENCE INFORMATION

TABLE TOPS This year the social hour will be held in the exhibitor’s hall. Sponsoring companies will have display spaces set up with sales literature and representatives available to answer questions and share information. The exhibit hall will be open on Wednesday evening from 5:00 pm until after dinner.

GROUP DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT This year’s dinner will feature a Santa Maria style barbeque for everyone to enjoy. After dinner the tables will open and everyone plays with “funny money,” so the losses are easier to take, but the wins are just as exciting. We will keep the table tops open and create a social atmosphere.

REGISTRATION Registration forms need to be completed and returned to the CGFA office no later than January 3, 2014. Please be advised that due to guarantees and commitments that CGFA must make to the hotel, full registration refunds can only be made prior to January 3, 2014.

STUDENT SPONSORSHIP MEMORIAL This special fund established in memory of John Gonsalves will continue sponsoring student attendance at the GFIC ~ something John felt strongly about as a GFIC committee member. If you would like to contribute to the memorial fund there is a line item on the registration form. Students are encouraged to come and learn more about intern programs and opportunities available in the feed industry.

LADIES DAY OUT - SPOUSE PROGRAM For those of you who will be bringing your spouse we have put together a group activity. There will be a shuttle bus to take a group for shopping down Cannery Row with enough time to stop in at the Monterey Bay Aquarium if desired - 9:30 am until 3:00 pm. Please indicate on the registration form if your spouse would be interested in joining the group. The only cost will be for lunch @ $25.00 per person. Aquarium tickets can be purchased individually at the door.

GOLF Anyone! If you are interested in golfing with a group of industry folks after the GFIC please call the CGFA office. We will play at the Pacific Grove Golf Course from 1:00 pm / 5:30 pm on Thursday afternoon.

EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL The Embassy Suites Hotel gives you more than just a place to sleep. A group block of rooms has been reserved for the California Grain & Feed Association GFIC participants at a rate of $139.00 per night; single/double occupancy. Please call the hotel directly at (800) 559-4308 or (831) 393-1115. The Embassy Suites is located at 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA 93955. www.embassymonterey.com. IMPORTANT!!! Hotel reservations must be made by DECEMBER 31st in order to receive the group rate. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY! Our CGFA personalized group web page address is:

http://embassysuites.hilton.com/en/es/groups/personalized/M/MRYESES-CGF-20140114/index.jhtml

2013 Grain & Feed Industry Conference Planning Committee

Our thanks to the following CGFA members and their companies for the generous gift of their time and expertise: Don Sneddon, Evonik Industries, Chair Brian Alves, P & F Metals Barney Barnes, Arizona Grain Inc. Mike Bianchi, Modesto Milling Ty Fahey, Harris Feeding Co. Frank Garczynski, Agro Pomace Grant Garland, Bar ALE, Inc. Geoff Holland, NuWest Milling Mike Janich, Pacific Agri Sales Rich Leendertsen, Western Milling Pat McKenna, J.D. Heiskell & Co. Dennis Miller, Vogel Sales Engineering David Mitchell, Novus International Inc. Dave Newton, Associated Feed John Schroeder, Cunningham & Associates John Silva, TPi Doug Stabelfeld, Foster Farms Larry Thompson, Church & Dwight Co. Doug Vickery, R.F. MacDonald Co. Doc Weston, California Pellet Mill Ken Zeman, Harris Feeding Co.