Alltech President Speaks at WKCTC |
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Dr. Pearse Lyons |
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During a recent visit to West Kentucky Community and Technical College, Dr. Pearse Lyons outlined a plan to elevate Kentucky’s economy.
The president and founder of Nicholasville-based Alltech discussed his plan with faculty, staff and community members during a visit to Paducah, KY October 9, 2007 as part of a statewide tour to promote innovation in agriculture. The theme for the tour is ‘Vision 2010: Fueling the Future of Rural Kentucky’.
During his presentation, Dr. Lyons talked about Alltech’s Rural Community Biorefinery concept – the first such model in North America – that integrates feed, food and fuel production. In addition, this groundbreaking plant will be the first in the United States to utilize cellulose as a significant percentage of its raw material, paving the way for Kentucky to build a new economy.
“Alltech has an exciting vision of what the future of agriculture in Kentucky, and ultimately the United States, can look like and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to share that,” said Dr. Lyons. “I really believe that Kentucky can become a global leader in advanced agriculture. We have an opportunity to position ourselves as the Silicon Valley of the agriculture industry and to energize our rural community in the process.”
 The presentation also touched on the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010TM and the impact the event will have on Kentucky. “The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are a phenomenal chance for our entire state – not just Lexington – to show a global audience what a special place Kentucky is,” Dr. Lyons said.
Since its founding in 1980, Alltech has become a global leader in animal nutrition. The company has 1,800 employees working in offices in 85 countries. For more information, visit www.alltech.com. Alltech is the proud sponsor of the Alltech FEI Equestrian Games 2010TM to be held in Lexington, Kentucky, September 25 – October 10, 2010.
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