Inland River Barges. March th ANNUAL EDITION

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1 Inland River Barges for the Mississippi River System and Connecting Waterways March th ANNUAL EDITION

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3 About Informa Informa Economics, Inc., (Informa) a division of Informa plc, is the world leader in comprehensive agricultural, commodity and transportation market research, analysis and consulting. Founded in 1977, the company now serves more than 750 firms and institutions worldwide. From our headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, Informa now spans the globe with a far-reaching network of services and clientele. The company's professional depth and experience allow us to provide a wide range of services related to the economic, strategy and management concerns of clients. Underpinning these services, our principal strengths lie in an expansive information base and a professional and experienced staff. Sister divisions of Informa plc that contribute to our transportation information base and network include Lloyd s List and IIR Transport. Representing Informa s primary asset, our employees are well-trained and seasoned researchers and consultants with extensive backgrounds in business and government; most hold advanced degrees in agriculture, business, economics or related fields. The Informa team has extensive experience in transportation, agribusiness and similar areas as well as in agricultural policy decision-making. Many Informa employees have gained insights from past government service in senior policy, analysis and advisory positions; from major trade associations; from land grant universities; and as senior officials of leading agribusiness companies. The world's agricultural and food industry is expanding and remains in a constant state of change. Successful businesses and institutions must deal with rapidly shifting market conditions that are driven by international influences, technological innovations, policy shifts, weather conditions, emerging consumers and fluctuating consumer preferences. To continue succeeding in this environment, businesses must have access to reliable industry and market information and authoritative economic consulting services. It is Informa s economic expertise and diverse client base that combine to provide unique insights, risk management and strategic planning for agribusinesses around the world. In its role as a world leader in comprehensive commodity, food industry and agribusiness research and consulting, Informa offers several broad categories of services: Research/Analysis Business Consulting Education/Training News/Communication Energy Contact us at (901) or visit our website at to learn more about our broad range of services. 2

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6 Marine Freight Exchange, Inc Summer Ave. - Memphis, TN Phone (901) Fax (901) " Inland River Barge Transportation and Logistics" Walt Wire - walt@marinefreight.com Marine Freight Exchange, which began operation in 1984, is an Independent agent assisting carriers, shippers and barge transportation users. Cargo Handled: Areas Served: All dry Bulk, project cargos, specializing in grain and related agricultural products. Inland River Systems, New Orleans Area and Gulf Intercoastal Waterways. Please Call For More Information 13

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10 Informa Economics, Inc. Conferences and Seminars Throughout the year, Informa examines topics of importance to the agricultural and food industries. Detailed and in-depth supply/demand outlooks for major commodities are highlighted at the conferences. In addition to Informa s analysts and consultants, featured speakers are invited from across the globe and include industry experts, economists, politicians and bankers. The seminars also serve as a means to bring Informa clients together for informative discussion and debate. Special Outlook Conference: Brazil Held yearly in February Informa Training Center Memphis, TN Contact: rosamary.posey@informaecon.com (901) Agra-Europe's Annual Outlook Conferences A wide variety of conferences and exhibitions held around the world. Gather information on food, agriculture, soft commodities, fisheries and seafood. For information, please visit Transportation & Logistics Roundtable Series Washington, D.C. March 9, 2006 Contact: pam.brasier@informaecon.com or (901) Annual Food and Agriculture Policy Conference "New Ag Policy Drivers: Food Safety, Budget and Trade" The Washington Marriott April 12-13, 2006 Contact: Adrienne.scales@informaecon.com or (703) Transportation Seminar "Near- and Long-Term Outlooks" Memphis, Tennessee May 4-5, 2006 Contact: pam.brasier@informaecon.com or (901)

11 Informa Economics, Inc. Conferences and Seminars Throughout the year, Informa examines topics of importance to the agricultural and food industries. Detailed and in-depth supply/demand outlooks for major commodities are highlighted at the conferences. In addition to Informa s analysts and consultants, featured speakers are invited from across the globe and include industry experts, economists, politicians and bankers. The seminars also serve as a means to bring Informa clients together for informative discussion and debate. Annual Livestock, Meat, Poultry and Dairy Spring Conference and Industry Overview May 11-12, 2006 Memphis, Tennessee Contact: charlotte.rauchle@informaecon.com or (901) Risk Management Workshop Amsterdam, The Netherlands June 12-13, 2006 Contact: karen.hayes@informaecon.com or (901) Transportation & Logistics Roundtable Series Chicago, Illinois July 2006 Contact: pam.brasier@informaecon.com or (901) Feed Industry Ingredients and Outlook Symposium Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota August 28-29, 2006 Contact: nate.donnay@informaecon.com or (651) Annual Waterways Symposium Nashville, Tennessee October 18-20, 2006 Contact: pam.brasier@informaecon.com or (901) Transportation & Logistics Roundtable Series Tentatively Houston, Texas November 2006 Contact: pam.brasier@informaecon.com or (901)

12 Informa Economics, Inc. Conferences and Seminars Throughout the year, Informa examines topics of importance to the agricultural and food industries. Detailed and in-depth supply/demand outlooks for major commodities are highlighted at the conferences. In addition to Informa s analysts and consultants, featured speakers are invited from across the globe and include industry experts, economists, politicians and bankers. The seminars also serve as a means to bring Informa clients together for informative discussion and debate. Annual Fall Outlook Conference The Hilton Hotel Memphis, Tennessee November 16-17, 2006 Contact: karen.hayes@informaecon.com or (901) Fall Canadian Outlook Conference Banff Park Lodge Banff, Alberta, Canada December 1-2, 2005 Contact: Christine.janik@informaecon.com or (204) Hedging with Options Conferences (various dates during the year) 1. Introduction to Hedging with Options 2. Hedging and Trading with Options 3. Advanced Options Trading Contact: rosamary.posey@informaecon.com or (901) IADI Schools (various dates during the year) Introduction to Merchandising and Risk Management Introduction to Food Ingredient Purchasing Intermediate Purchasing and Merchandising Hedging and Trading with Options: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Managing Energy Purchasing and Weather- Induced Earnings Variability Off Exchange Derivatives and Risk Management Alternatives Contact: rosamary.posey@informaecon.com or (901)

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