Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City

Agricultural Business Council to Honor Senator Roberts

OCTOBER 6, 2011 -- The Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City has named U.S.  Senator Pat Roberts as the recipient of the group’s 2011 Jay B. Dillingham Award for Agricultural Leadership and Excellence.   Roberts will be honored at an Oct. 25 awards luncheon at the historic Kansas City Club in downtown Kansas City.  Click here for more information.

John Deere Opens Olathe, Kansas Facility

OCTOBER 2, 2011 -- John Deere officially opened a sparkling new LEED-certified sales and marketing center in Olathe, Kansas on Friday with the help of employees, government officials, and other special guests.  “This 126,000 square foot facility has been laid out to enhance the work environment for employees and has the most up-to-date technology so we can communicate and train work groups around the world,” said John Lagemann, Vice President, John Deere Ag & Turf Division. Click here for more information.

The Agricultural Business Council of Kansas City is an association that advocates growth and awareness of the food, fiber, agri-science and related industries in the Kansas City region. 

Established in late 2003, the Council's mission is to enhance greater understanding about this important industry by joining together Kansas and Missouri agricultural organizations, agribusinesses and other key leaders. This alliance includes more than 250 individuals, businesses and organizations associated with the extensive agricultural and food industry.

The Council has proved to be a success as a networking opportunity and a forum to hear from government officials and industry executives.  The Council also seeks to be an advocate for agriculture and agricultural economic growth in this region.