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State leaders meet to strengthen agriculture industryColorado Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture Don Ament and his counterparts from across the West will be focusing on the future of agriculture at the upcoming Western Association of State Departments of Agriculture (WASDA) annual summer meeting. "WASDA offers the opportunity to discuss agricultural issues through a multi-state collaboration," said Ament, who is also the President of WASDA. "Life on a farm or ranch is extremely gratifying, but it can also be difficult at times. A good example is the severe drought Colorado is currently dealing with. It is our responsibility as the leaders in agriculture to work in a cooperative manner to make the best possible choices for our producers." Colorado will host the WASDA conference July 26 - 30, headquartered in Estes Park. Leaders from 17 states and Canada are scheduled to take part to discuss key issues surrounding agriculture including drought, ag policies, and state partnerships. "This is also a great opportunity to showcase Colorado's diverse industries," continued Ament. "We will be taking participants on a variety of tours highlighting our role as a leader in ag technology." Colorado is among 13 states and three territories that are a member of WASDA, which is one of four regional associations within the National Association of the State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA). The 16 members of WASDA are: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and Canadian affiliates Alberta and British Columbia. A Colorado native, Ament is considered an expert in areas of water and property rights. He graduated with an engineering degree from the University of Colorado and served 12 years in the Colorado General Assembly. In 1999, he was appointed by Governor Bill Owens as the Colorado Commissioner of Agriculture. He continues to farm and ranch in Northeast Colorado. Date: 7/26/06
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