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Learning. (Laughter). Connection. Growth.
Member companies represented:
AAK USA, Inc.
Ag Processing Inc.
Bunge
Grain Processing Corp.
Greasecycle
MGM Marketing
Montana Renewables
Moving Parts
Perdue Agribusiness
Phillips 66
Stolt Tankers USA, Inc.
Ventura Foods
Oils University 2025 is officially in the books and what an insightful two days it was!
This year, 12 member companies entrusted their employees to NIOP for an immersive learning experience designed to build knowledge, perspective, and connection across the industry.
Fifteen attendees came together from across the industry for two full days of learning, connecting, and growing. Together, our attendees took a deep dive into topics ranging from oil properties and chemistry, food and non-food uses, and biofuels, to consumer trends, risk management, futures/hedging/markets, logistics and transportation, farm-to-plate production, predicting the future, and more!
Attendees learned not only from the engaging presentations delivered by the Northern Crops Institute, but also from sitting side by side with six NIOP industry experts who generously shared their time, insights, and experience throughout the program. These experts Sabra Bertrand, Brian Owens, Tara Ryan, Andy Seagren, Nate Smithson, and David Tillman—applied their combined 200+ years of experience to enrich the content and provide real-world context to the classroom setting.
The result? A powerful mix of formal instruction, mentorship, and peer-to-peer learning that left attendees heading back to their offices with sharper knowledge, broader perspectives, and new industry connections.
We extend a huge thank-you to our presenters, our experts, and the 12 member companies that made this year’s Oils University possible
The countdown to Oils University 2026 starts now! Stay tuned for dates & details to come!
A heartfelt thank you to our Oils University Committee Chairman, David Tillman. As chair of the O.U. Committee, David works year-round with NIOP staff and the Northern Crops Institute to plan and shape the content for Oils University ensuring that the program is as relevant, engaging, and impactful as possible for every attendee.
We are grateful for David’s leadership, dedication, and the generous time he devotes to NIOP His vision and commitment play a vital role in making Oils University the unique and valuable experience it is today.
Sip, Savor, & Socialize with NIOP!
TUESDAY, OCT. 14
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk
4:00 - 5:00 PM Spring Branch (Lobby Level)
Of your fellow NIOP members all in one place.
Over 100 NIOP members will be at the Annual Meeting don’t miss this chance to network, connect, and do business in one convenient spot!
The NIOP Happy Hour is open to all current NIOP member companies as well as companies who are interested in learning more about our organization. Do you work with a company that is not currently an NIOP member but should be?
March 14 - 17, 2026
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Scottsdale, AZ REGISTRATION OPENS ON OCTOBER 22, 2025!
