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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE�� Contact: Jeremy Russell

March 6, 2002�� Director of Communications

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NMA�S MEATXPO�03 SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 2-5, 2003

OAKLAND, CA � NMA is pleased to announce it will be returning to the Rio Suite & Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada for its MEATXPO�03, Suppliers� Exposition and 57th Annual Convention on March 2-5, 2003.�

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�A survey of previous attendees and exhibitors determined Las Vegas was a good choice to hold the biennial exposition,� said Associate Director Etta Reyes.� �Expect top notch exhibits from exhibitors with innovative equipment and supplies to once again gather to show their wares and educate buyers about their products.�

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Those who attended the seminars and specialty meetings during NMA�s 56^th Annual Convention in Monterey, CA last month once again enjoyed comprehensive and interactive dialogue with some of the brightest and influential people in the industry.� The upcoming 57^th Annual Convention in Las Vegas will be no different.�

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National Meat Association is a non-profit trade association representing meat packers and processors, as well as equipment� manufacturers and suppliers who provide services to the meat industry. The association, with over 600 members throughout the United States, includes membership in Canada, Australia and Mexico.

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