Commodity Classic

The Commodity Classic, held in San Antonio last week is, and I quote, “America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show”. Soybean, corn, wheat and sorghum farmers and ag leaders from around the nation get together for this once a year event to discuss the past, present, and most importantly the future of agriculture. Once again it was a record year for attendance. Big data was a predominant topic of discussion at the event, with growers considering what they want to protect, what they’re willing to allow, and whether grower associations should divulge data for free or expect compensation. And of course GMOs also held their fair share of the discussion floor, with the general consensus being that incorporating biotechnology into crops is necessary, if we want to feed a growing world population. As for the Commodity Classic in general, all who attend agree that it provides growers a chance to develop new friendships, renew old ones, learn about the latest in ag technology, and develop future policy.