VOLUME 39 NUMBER 4 APRIL 2021 features 20 Al-Hazaa finds success through diversification Group began in flour milling but has since entered other food and non-food sectors. 28 Canada cautiously optimistic about US relations Speakers at Canadian Crops Virtual Convention say Biden brings new tone to office. 34 Scoular rebrand reflects its progress Maass says company is moving in a new direction with 'positive energy.' 38 Pandemic boosts durum, pasta consumption Durum producing countries reporting uptick in demand. 20 46 Q&A with Randy Gordon 34 Retiring NGFA chief executive officer reflects on his 43 years with the grain association. 54 First-ever GEAPS online conference well received Event earns favorable reviews as equipment suppliers report uptick in business. 60 IGC: Five-year trend promising Grains and oilseeds output should keep pace with demand, but stock-to-use ratio may tighten. 64 Asian supplier profiles A look at the Asian suppliers who provide the international grain, feed and milling industries with the most up-to-date technology. 38 46 departments 06 Editorial 08 Calendar 10 World Grain News 14 Grain Market Review: Rice 16 Country Focus: Thailand 68 Supplier News 73 Archive 74 Advertiser Index On the cover: Al-Hazaa's South Amman Mill in Jordan. Photo courtesy of Al-Hazaa. World-Grain.com / World Grain / April 2021 5https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/world-grain https://www.facebook.com/World-Grain-116311181765921/ https://twitter.com/worldgrain http://www.World-Grain.com