設置於美國北達柯塔州立大學(North Dakota State University，簡稱為NDSU)的北方農作物研訓所(Northern Crops Institute，簡稱為NCI) 將於2011年9月19日至28日舉辦「穀物採購管理研訓班」。有興趣參加之業界人士請參考下附資料並請踴躍報名參加。
Grain Procurement Management for Importers Short Course
September 19-28, 2011
One of the first steps in purchasing grain from the United States is to thoroughly understand the U.S. grain marketing system. By doing so, an importer can review the risks associated with various quality and price options. This course provides information that assists buyers in purchasing U.S. grain that meets quality requirements at the best value. This short course is designed for individuals who are responsible for procuring grain. The eight-day course will focus on the mechanics of grain merchandising.
Highlights
- Lectures by both academic and commodity trade authorities on cash and futures markets.
- Information from grain merchandisers who will guide you through the full complexity of the international grain markets.
- Opportunity to share day-to-day experiences with colleagues from other countries and U.S. grain merchants.
- Case studies and trading games to demonstrate purchasing strategies.
- Seminars by grain merchandisers and on-site visit at the Minneapolis Grain Exchange.
- On-site visits to a country elevator, the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, an export grain terminal, and a barge facility.
Course Topics
- U.S. Grain Handling and Transportation System
- Cash and Futures Markets: Role and Function
- Basis: Concepts, Relations and Behavior
- U.S. Grain Grading Standards
- Grain Hedging Principles
- Commercial Export Trading Practices
- World and U.S. Grain Market Outlook
- Grain Contracts and Their Specifications
- Price Risk Management by Importers
- Options Use by Importers
- Importer Procurement
Who Should Attend?
- International grain buyers associated with private trading companies, milling, feed manufacturing and food processing.
- Anyone with interest in importing grain from the United States.
To Register:
- Registration Fee: $1,400. Payment in full is due one week before the start of the course. Registration deadline is August 29, 2011. Course fee includes course materials, scheduled breaks, and one recognition dinner. Hotel accommodations and other meals are not included in the fee. Attention: Please book return flights departing from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- To pay by credit card or with an electronic check, click here.
- To pay by check or wire transfer, fill out the form and mail with your check to Northern Crops Institute (address below). Checks must be payable to Northern Crops Institute and drawn on a U.S. bank. Contact NCI for wire transfer instructions.
- Groups of three or more: Special rates are available to groups of 3 or more from the same company. Contact NCI for more information.
- Course Schedule: On the first day of class, course participants should be in the hotel lobby by 8:30 a.m. for transportation to the campus. Class will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, September 19, 2011 and adjourn around 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 28, 2011.
- Non-smoking environment. Casual business attire
- Daily Transportation: Daily complimentary transportation will be provided between NCI and the hotel.
- Hotel Information: Participants start this short course in Fargo, and then travel for site visits in Duluth and Minneapolis, Minnesota. NCI has reserved a block of rooms in all three cities. NCI staff will assist you with your hotel reservations.
- Information and Special Requirements: If you have questions or special needs (dietary or physical requirements), please contact Northern Crops Institute.
- Mailing Address:Northern Crops Institute
NDSU Dept. 7400
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050 USA.
Phone: 701-231-7736
Fax: 701-231-7235.
E-mail: nci@ndsu.edu .edu
Internet: www.northern-crops.com
- About Northern Crops InstituteNorthern Crops Institute is the international center for meeting and learning about crops produced in the four-state region of North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Montana. Situated on the campus of North Dakota State University, NCI exists as a forum to bring together customers, commodity traders, technical experts, processors and producers from all points of the globe for discussion, education, and technical service programs. Since 1983, the Institute has hosted visitors from more than 127 countries.
- NDSU is an Equal Opportunity Institution. This publication will be made available in alternative formats upon request (701-231-7736).
Sally Sologuk Backman
Public Relations/Communications Specialist
Northern Crops Institute
NDSU
Dept. 7400, PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050 USA
Phone: 701-231-6538
www.northern-crops.com
