Our twelve day journey will begin with our arrival in Brazil on January 19th. We will visit Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Ribeirao Preto, Uberlandia, Catalao, Buenos Aires, Chacabuco and Rosario. We will visit farming regions, beef production, ethanol and biodiesel facilities. Along the way, we will meet and network with key representatives of the food and fuel industry. This tour will give you a 'front row' view of the challenges and opportunities in this new frontier of food and fuel, and it will connect you to the people you need to meet. You will ... Meet top industry officials representing the beef, pork, chicken, dairy, crop and fuel industries. Participate in our special Biofuels program providing insights into how the ethanol industry in Brazil was built, current plans are for expansion and where the industry is going in the future. More importantly how you can be a part of it. Tour state-of-the-art meat packaging and food processing facilities that understand adding value, and have their eye on world markets. Attend presentations on research and development capabilities of this region of the world and where they are placing their priorities when it comes to food and agricultural research and development. Be presented with opportunities to consider when it comes to industry and research collaboration and investment opportunities in Brazil and Argentina. Meet global food company executives and food marketers and hear why they are investing and building facilities in this part of the world. Come home with a in-depth understanding and a big picture view of this region of the world and some key contacts and friendships that will last a life time.