International Grains Program
Description:
K-State's International Grains Program is designed to educate foreign business leaders
and government officials about U.S. grains and oilseeds through technical-training
and assistance programs in storage and handling, milling, marketing.
IGP's mission is to provide technical assistance in promoting and exporting cereal
grains and oilseeds and to assist with market-development efforts.

As part of the Kansas State University's Department of Grain Science and Industry,
IGP achieves its mission through technical-training and assistance programs in storage
and handling, milling, marketing and processing. These programs are targeted at international
flour and feed millers, international grain buyers, overseas governmental officials
and other public and private-sector parties involved in grain procurement and/or use.
IGP activities also extend beyond short courses to working with trade teams and visitors
and facilitating overseas technical assistance.
Offering:
Ongoing
Contact:
Website:
Program Partners:
AIB
Kansas Corn Commission
Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission
Kansas Soybean Commission
Kansas Wheat Commission
U.S. Grains Council
U.S. Wheat Associates
United States Soybean Export Council
Institutional Impact Area(s):
Public Health, Business and Economic Development, Technology Transfer and Development, International Trade or Commodity exports
Audience:
Business professionals and executives in feed manufacturing, grain processing, flour milling, grain storage and grain marketing