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Based on the results of member input, AFIA has undertaken a redesign effort to ensure a solid foundation for the association’s future growth and to address the foremost needs of members.

This study has led to a revision in AFIA’s mission statement and objectives (see below), a review of committees and councils, financial goals and new governance responsibilities for the Executive Committee, Board, officers and staff.

In addition, the Board of Directors has endorsed three top objectives for AFIA:

-Defining, strengthening and marketing the legislative and regulatory value of AFIA.

-Expanding membership in all categories. -Successfully implementing the new AFIA model.

This wide-ranging structural analysis to strengthen and prepare AFIA for the future will be completed in June.

The effort has been led by the Redesign Task Force consisting of:

· Chairman Bob Gallaway, Ridley Inc.

·Andrew Bresley, Manna Pro Corp.

·Mark Etienne, PCS Sales.

· Todd Hall, Cargill Animal Nutrition.

· Mike Horn, Pennfield Corp.

· Jim Moore, Southern States.

· Jim Sullivan, International Ingredient

· Cecil Vandygriff, Kent Group.

· Ted Waitman, CPM. Revised AFIA Mission Statement & Objectives

Mission Statement:

AFIA is committed to representing the total feed industry*, as a key segment of the food chain, and member companies’ interests with one industry leadership voice on matters involving federal and state legislation and regulation; keeping members informed of developments important to them; creating opportunities to network and address common issues and interacting with key stakeholders essential to the success of the feed and animal agriculture industries.

-The total feed industry encompasses commercial feed manufacturers, integrated producers, pet food companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers, pharmaceutical firms, industry support services, related associations and international firms.

Objectives: -Provide leadership, representation and communicate the U.S. feed industry’s best interests on federal and state legislation and regulation.

-Keep members informed on regulatory and legislative issues, developments and requirements, providing a forum for member action and appropriate education.

-Offer a meaningful platform of industry services to help enhance individual member company success.

-Interact with government, regulators, educators, and other organizations on crucial feed and animal agricultural issues.

-Influence global relationships and expand international trade opportunities for the industry.

-Communicate AFIA’s purpose and membership value to all internal and external audiences.

For more information, call Judy Pilgrim at 703-524-0810.

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