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1 th THE WORLD R CE CONFERENCE The 8th TRT World Rice Conference returns to Thailand, to Chiang Mai for three days of networking and rice market intelligence. Acknowledged as the largest gathering of rice trade professionals, the 2016 event will focus on the changing weather, as El Niño gave way to La Niña, Thailand continuing to inject supplies of old crop rice, while the global markets absorbs supply, demand and risk information to form trends that will lead price, export volumes and the trade environment. The 8th edition of the World s Best Rice contest will also feature the best specialty rice from around the world. Register Today! Join our who s who list of attendees and sponsors and invest in an event dedicated to the global rice trade. Organised by: Gold Sponsor: Senior Corporate Sponsors: Welcome Reception Sponsor: Corporate Sponsor: Bag Sponsor: Lanyard Sponsor: Corporate Sponsors and Exhibitors: Supporting Organisations:

2 The 8th TRT World Rice Conference 2016 shifts from Malaysia s key import market to one of the world s most important exporters Thailand, as the 2016 edition of the world s largest commercial gathering of rice trade professionals takes us to a market that has seen vast changes both in its role in the global rice market, as well as from political shifts within the country that have resulted in some 11 MMT of old stocks of rice that were built from the rice pledging scheme, which was operational from late 2011 to May Thailand is a market that can shape the direction of markets as it has done so from stock sales between 2014 and now. These stocks have created their own demand, especially in parts of Africa (Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Mozambique and Angola are well known markets), while there is also a steady home grown demand for old crop rice in domestic Thai rice markets where older rice can achieve a premium. The TRT World Rice Conference 2016 will continue to look at global markets, from key origins like Thailand, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, U.S., South America and the rising markets for rice exports seen from Myanmar and Cambodia. The event will also feature information on key market verticals, like fragrant rice, broken rice, parboiled rice, basmati rice and provide regional updates on key import markets in Asia, Africa and the Middle East has revealed yet another special year, as we saw El Nino affect production in several markets, exportable supply was looking especially tight as prices finally rose after more than a year of El Nino concerns. There was less G2G demand after some early promise from Philippines and Indonesia and market watchers continue to guess. Chinese buying was seen steady but slightly lower as its 2016 crop prospects look good, Iran returned to markets after spending years in sanctions and even Iraq saw its team at the government and Grain Board change, as did procurement trends, with U.S and South American demand giving way to more Indian rice. Nigeria was still slow, as restrictions on currency and rice imports left most of its need to come from cross border imports that brought Benin, Cameroon, Niger and Ivory Coast as transshipment destinations that supplied rice via border routes is an excellent time to visit Thailand, as the government ponders plans to sell stocks that often weigh on markets and farmer incomes by 2018 (or even sooner depending on which reports one reads). The meeting will also be able to show us the arrival of La Nina and what is hoped as a more positive outlook for Thai, India, Pakistan, Myanmar and Cambodian harvests, timing is excellent for not just intelligence, but for trading, and business opportunities and exchange. The corridors of TRT World Rice Conference will continue to buzz, with many stories to tell of deals and exchanges, as well as with the formation of strategic partnerships that deliver new offerings in markets, as the networking feature is the primary strength of the conference. TRT World Rice Conference 2016 delivers an expert team of speakers who will share their views, address the developments in key markets, and shed light on important issues faced in the industry. The information from the team at TRT will also provide a useful information base that will shed light on markets, concerns and the way forward. The networking core and analysis provide a sure way to mix business and pleasure with the aim of building stronger business ties and knowledge of rice markets. REGISTER TODAY! Who should attend? TRT World Rice Conference 2016 is for the global rice community and the many allied industries that support the production, transport, trade, and consumption of rice. Rice Millers Grain Merchandisers Exporters Traders Rice Brokers Freight Brokers Commodity Surveyors and Inspectors Procurement Officials, Importers, and End-Users Shipping Industry Officials (Liner and Bulk) Government/Trade Representatives Fertilizer Suppliers Individuals from the Sorting/Milling/Machinery Sector Collateral Managers Trade Financiers/Commodity Trade Financiers Marine/Cargo Insurers Legal Specialists That Support the Rice Trade Regional Rice Associations/Government Bodies and Institutes

3 SPONSORSHIP Ask us about sponsorship options! TRT World Rice Conference 2016 already boasts an impressive list of sponsors who have invested in our ability to deliver intelligence, networking, and a broad platform for communications among members of the global rice industry. Attracting a growing group of more than 600 attendees (sponsors, exhibitors, and delegates), TRT World Rice Conference is the leading rice trade event in the world. Showcase your products, innovation, or leadership. TRT World Rice Conference offers sponsors and exhibitors alike a solid platform of market intelligence, upon which businesses are built. Please contact: V. Subramanian (Subra), Vice President, subra@thericetrader.com The World s Best Rice Contest Delegates are welcome to send 2 x 2kg samples of rice by 12 noon of 17 November Please provide the samples together with a description of the rice origin, variety or breed of rice, special characteristics and name of company and contact details of the person representing the company at the contest. The competition features sensory evaluation by professional chefs for pre-cooked and cooked rice samples that will be evaluated for quality of milled rice as well as sensory evaluation of raw and cooked rice. For more information please info@thericetrader.com 16 November pm to 6pm PRE-REGISTRATION: Once you register here, you can enjoy all three days fuss-free; just keep your badge on for a smooth experience. Once registered, there is no further registration needed on the morning of the 17th November or for 18th November Preconference workshop Rice Market Highlights 2016 and Outlook pm to 6pm Highlights of the 2016 trade year, and the key events that made the year special. The workshop will cover key developments, as well as focus on origins, key destination markets, price and provide a special look at rice market verticals to help hone in on parboiled rice, basmati rice, broken rice, fragrant rice. The rice market outlook workshop will reveal TRT analysts views on the market, based on the statistics and research we have conducted over the years, as well as from our observations and discussions with members of the trade. This workshop helps the audience to prepare for the main conference by arming participants with views and numbers from the markets and helps provide the information foundations that will help discussions over the next two days. Presented by: Jeremy Zwinger, The Rice Trader, U.S. V. Subramanian, The Rice Trader, Singapore 6pm to 8pm Welcome reception Networking takes the helm as the TRT World Rice Conference delivers the first opportunity to interact with all of the delegates in attendance. This is a MUST ATTEND event for anyone interested in taking a first glimpse of who is there and what everyone is concerned about.

4 17 November am Welcome by Organizers Jeremy Zwinger, President and CEO, The Rice Trader Suzuki Kotaro & Mai Nguyen Kanematsu Corp 9.10am Keynote and Industry Address: Ministry of Commerce / Thai Rice Exporters Association / Thai Rice Millers Association 10.00am Highlights of 2016 and the key Drivers of the World Rice Trade Jeremy Zwinger, The Rice Trader 10.30am Rice Milling Technology and Technological Contributions to Global Rice Markets The Bühler Group 11.00am Questions and Answers followed by Networking Coffee Break 11.30am The Future of Rice Production, Self-Sufficiency goals and Rice imports from the Philippines National Food Authority, the Philippines 12.00noon Indonesia s Rice Market Outlook Perum Bulog, Indonesia 12.30pm Outlook for Japanese rice markets and Marketing Japonica Rice for Exports 1.00pm Questions and Answers followed by Networking Luncheon 2.30pm China, G2G market, Drought and the Shape of Viet rice market competitiveness Dieu Pham Quang, Founder and Chief Economist, Agromonitor Vietnam 3.00pm Monsoon performance, Production outlook and Indian rice export trends in 2016/17 TBA 3.30pm Questions and Answers followed by Afternoon Coffee Break 4.00pm Rising Chinese interest and Outlook for Pak Rice Exports TBA 4.30pm Rice Markets and Risk Richard Watts, HR Maritime 6.00pm 8.00pm Cocktail Reception

5 18 November am Chairman s Welcome Jeremy Zwinger, The Rice Trader 9.10am Rice Markets Shifting Production and Impact on Markets and Trade Dr. Samarendu Mohanty, Head and Senior Economist, Social Sciences Division, International Rice Research Institute, the Philippines 12.00noon Myanmar Rice Production and Export Outlook for 2016/17 Ministry of Commerce, Myanmar 12.30pm South America MERCOSUR Markets Performance in 2015 and Concerns for 2016 Bruno Lanfranco, Sr. Researcher, National Agriculture Research Institute of Uruguay 9.30am Chinese Rice Market Situation & Outlook Hu Wenzhong, China National Grain and Oil Information Cente 10.00am Fresh Initiative in Financial Solutions to raise farm incomes and offer a unique channel of finance for companies and institutions involved across the rice supply chain Karan Mehta, ResponsAbility Investments AG 10.30am Word s Best Rice and Lord of Rice Winners and Prize Presentation 11.00am Morning Refreshments 11.30am Cambodia Rice Market Challenges Cambodia Rice Federation 1.00pm Questions and Answers followed by Networking Luncheon 2.30pm Rice Trends in West Africa Frédéric Lançon, Economist, CIRAD 3.00pm Global Weather, Rice, Grain and what the Investment Manager looks at before taking a position Shawn Hackett, President Hackett Financial Advisors, Inc. 3.30pm Rice Price Outlook / Summary V. Subramanian, The Rice Trader 4.00pm Q&A followed by End of Conference 4.15pm Conference Close

6 9287 Midway Suite B Durham, CA 95938, USA Phone: Fax: Business/Organization information Company name: Address1: Address2: City: State/Province: Postal code: Country: Delegate 1 information Name Dr/Mr/Ms: Job title: Mobile: Telephone: Signature Delegate 2 information Name Dr/Mr/Ms: Job title: Mobile: Telephone: Approving manager: Title: Signature 8 16 to 18 November 2016 Le Meridien Chiang Mai, Thailand WORLD RICE CONFERENCE Company and delegate information: Fax: Fax: I/we will attend: [ ] Pre-conference workshop on RICE MARKET OUTLOOK 2016 (3-6pm on 16 Nov 2016) *No additional charge but Limited to the first 100 delegates [ ] Welcome Reception 6pm-830pm on 16 Nov 2016 (included in fees) [ ] Conference Nov 2016 (included in fees) [ ] Conference Reception 630pm to 830pm on 17 Nov 2016 (included in fees) HOTEL CONTACTS AND INFORMATION LE MERIDIEN CHIANG MAI Kulthida Pimol (Ms.), Account Director kulthida.pimol@lemeridien.com Contact number: Mobile number: Fax number: Hotel Registration Weblink: &key=1CA77F6F Name on credit card: Card number: Expiration date: Signature: Fees per person Early bird (register and pay before 28 Sep 2016) Special rate (register and pay before 12 Oct 2016) Regular Rate (Oct 13 and for all on the spot registrations) Groups of 3 or more Delegate rate USD 770 USD 1770 USD 990 USD 1990 USD 1300 USD 2300 Plus 1-year subscription to TRT Daily Please contact infor@trtworldrice.com for special rates Disclaimer: Registration fees include attendance, refreshment breaks, relevant documentation and entry to all conference-related networking functions. If you are unable to attend, a substitute delegate will be welcome in your place. Registrations cancelled less than two weeks before the event must be paid in full. Visit REGISTRATION RATES CCV#: Hotel Information, VISA & Reservations: Delegates are advised to make hotel reservations early to avoid disappointments from late bookings. Please be sure to check and take necessary actions for any Visa requirements. VISAS (Important to attend the conference, a tourist visa is required): Some nationalities are required to get visa in advance at respective Thai consulate or embassy which may not be available within your own country. For more information please visit the following website for advice Signature Visit