american society of agricultural consultants asac: certified professional consultants serving agribusiness worldwide

1. American Society of Agricultural Consultants (ASAC): Certified Professional Consultants Serving Agribusiness Worldwide Presentation to University of Florida – PMP Seminar Series Delivered via Skype September 23, 2010 1

2. Presentation Outline Who Is ASAC? What Is Our Mission? What Is Our Underlying Code of Ethics? Who Are Our Members? Why Join ASAC? How Do I Join ASAC? Additional Contact Information Questions & Answers 2

3. Who Is ASAC? The American Society of Agricultural Consultants (ASAC) is a non-profit organization organized in 1963, oriented around raising the standards and image of professional agricultural consultants. ASAC is the only association representing the full range of agricultural consultants. 3

4. What Is Our Mission? The specific purpose of ASAC is to foster the science of agricultural consulting in all its varied fields; To promote the profession and maintain high standards under which the members conduct their service to the public; Hold meetings for the exchange of ideas and the study of the profession of agricultural consulting; And maintain a Code of Professional Ethics in the broad field of agricultural consulting. 4

5. What Is Our Underlying Code of Ethics? A member is distinguished by the independence, objectivity and moral concern by which his/her business affairs are conducted. A member will accept only those engagements he/she is qualified to undertake and which, in light of this knowledge and experience, are in the best interests of his/her clients. A member can be depended upon to serve his/her clients with true professional honesty; he/she will refuse to serve under terms or conditions that may impair his/her independence, objectivity or integrity. A member respects and guards as confidential any information obtained from clients which is of a sensitive and confidential nature. A member will serve two or more competing clients at the same time on problems of conflicting nature only with their full knowledge. 5

6. Code of Ethics (continued) A member shall not accept or pay fees for referral of clients, nor will he/she accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from persons or companies whose products, equipment or services he/she may recommend to clients during the course of an engagement without full disclosure to the client. A member shall always respect the rights of his/her fellow consultants negotiating for professional work or advancement; he/she may use all honorable means in competition for an assignment. A member will condemn unethical or illegal conduct by other consultants and shall report any information of these principals to the Society's Committee on Grievances for proper investigation and action. A member shall promote his/her services in a professionally dignified manner, being careful to avoid inaccuracies or misleading statements. A member recognizes that the Society's Code of Ethics signifies a voluntary assumption of the obligation of self-discipline above and beyond the requirements of the law. By it he/she strives to uphold the honor and maintain the dignity of his/her profession.  6

7. Who Are Our Members? Our membership includes professionals in the areas of: Finance Marketing Food Processing Farm Management Irrigation Systems Production Biotechnology GPS/GIS Systems Environment Members located in 28 states and Canada 7

8. Why Join ASAC? The American Society of Agricultural Consultants (ASAC) is the ideal way for you to stay “in the know” about what’s working . . . and what’s not . . . in consulting today. It brings to you: A group of professionals to associate with that have agricultural/agribusiness experience in many areas of expertise. A place where you can take advantage of lessons learned by colleagues from across the nation and across the globe. A network of successful professional consultants able to help in meeting the dynamic demands of timely and accurate solutions for industry challenges. An annual highlight event where you find networking at its finest and world class education seminars. 8

9. How Do I Join ASAC? Complete an application Determine membership classification Consultant – Active or Retired Associate – Allied, Sustaining, or Student Fill out the corresponding questions Send in the application, documentation, and dues Consultant – Active: $325 Consultant – Retired: $75 Associate Member – Allied: $325 Associate Member – Student: $50 Reviewed by Membership Committee Notified of membership decision 9

10. Additional Contact Information President – Paige Gilligan, CAC (Rabobank NA) Paige.Gilligan@rabobank.com President Elect – Peggy Raisanen, CAC (Hurley & Associates) PeggyR@HurleyandAssociates.com Vice President/Secretary – Gary Wagner, CAC (Great Earth Agri-Business, Inc.) gnwags@ameritech.net 2010 Leadership Team 10

11. Questions and Answers Paige Gilligan, CAC Rabobank, N.A. Agricultural Field/Collateral Inspection Vice President/Department Manager 45 E. River Park Place W., Suite 507 Fresno, CA 93720 559-447-7847 Paige.Gilligan@Rabobank.com 11