August Schumacher

National Academy of Sciences operates as a private, nongovernmental institution that advises on issues related to science and technology. It provides independent, objective analysis and advice and conducts other activities to solve complex problems and inform public policy decisions. The firm also encourages education and research, recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge, and increase public understanding in matters of science. The company was founded on March 3, 1863 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

GrainPro, Inc. provides agricultural, seed and grain storage services. Its products are known as Cocoons?, SuperGrainbags?, GrainSafes?, Hermetic Bunkers?, Collapsible Dryer Cases?, TranSafeliners? and PITS Sytem. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Concord, MA.

Promotes private investments in developing countries

American Farmland Trust promotes social and civic activities. It is a national non-profit organization working with communities and individuals to protect the land and plan for agriculture. The company was founded by David Rockefeller and Peggy McGrath in 1980 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.