Oils University is a members-only, 2 day intensive deep-dive into the oilseed industry.
This class is designed for any NIOP members looking to expand their knowledge of the the industry. The course includes two full days of educational content and one networking dinner for all attendees. Class size is limited to 25 students to ensure a high quality learning environment.
Draft 2024 Agenda
Day 1 – Supply
Check in 7:30-8:00 AM
Production Agronomics
Markets & Managing Risk
Logistics, Trading Rules, & Storage
Sustainable Regenerative Agriculture
Future Supply Impacts & Trends
Networking Dinner
Day 2 – Demand
Specifications & Attributes
Food Uses
Non-Food/Chemical uses
Biofuels/Renewables
Future Demand Impacts & Trends
End by 4:00 PM
2024 Oils University Registration
Thank you, Oils University Committee!
A special thank you to NIOP’s Oils University Committee for their time, creativity, persistence, and dedication to the creation of this course.
Committee members include: Amanda Bainbridge (Cargill), Keith Bryan (Procter & Gamble), Tara Ryan (Cargill), Andy Seagren (Ventura Foods), Valerie Simeral (MPB Commodities), Nate Smithson (Moving Parts), and Chairman David Tillman (Stratas Foods).