Corn and soybean farmers who attend Commodity Classic, March 2-4, 2004, in Las Vegas, will leave this year's event a winner. Growers will hear the most up-to-date industry information and see the newest products that can help enhance their farm efficiency and profitability.

Commodity Classic is the ninth annual convention and trade show presented by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and the American Soybean Association (ASA). At Commodity Classic, growers come together with industry representatives and key leaders in the agriculture sector for information and educational sessions that really make a difference.

ASA President Ron Heck said, "Commodity Classic brings soybean and corn farmers together from across the country to sharpen their business skills, learn about new products, be updated on important issues and network with other growers and industry leaders."

Growers attending the 2004 Commodity Classic are sure to be impressed by a trade show that will include more than 600 booths representing leading agricultural businesses and organizations.

NCGA President Dee Vaughan said, "With hundreds of exhibitors showcasing their products and services at the Commodity Classic trade show, it's a great opportunity to talk with a wide variety of agriculture suppliers and manufacturers, conveniently assembled in one location."

The 2004 Commodity Classic General Session will "juggle" its way to success as "The Passing Zone" provides entertainment with a motivational message about teamwork and achieving goals. John Wee and Own Morse are known as The Passing Zone, and they juggle just about anything, including gasoline- powered devices. The Passing Zone notes that juggling is the perfect metaphor to describe what people do in their workday and how they balance life's many demands.

Another highlight of Commodity Classic will be the special "Evening of Entertainment" featuring country music star Terri Clark. She was nominated for this year's Country Music Association "Female Vocalist of the Year" and Country Weekly's Fan Favorite "Female Vocalist" Award.

For more about Commodity Classic, visit www.commodityclassic.com or call 636-928-3700.