Nominations

Category

• AGRICULTURIST OF THE YEAR

  Person must be either from the primary producer or agri-business sector. Chosen recipient must be an outstanding community and public minded resident of Chatham-Kent who has worked for the good of the local agricultural community, as well as beyond Chatham-Kent borders. Recent and lifetime contributions are considered.

• WOMAN IN AGRICULTURE AWARD

  Celebrates a female leader who demonstrates courage, collaboration, and innovation in agriculture, driving positive change. This award recognizes their contributions, empowering them to inspire future generations and continue leading with integrity and dedication in the agriculture sector.

• FRIEND OF AGRICULTURE AWARD

  To recognize individuals, organizations, community groups and businesses of Chatham-Kent who have made significant contributions for awareness, innovation/ and or sustainability of the agriculture and agri-business sector above and beyond call of duty, and with no concern for financial gain.

• FUTURE LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD

  A local youth, of 21 years of age of under as of December 31st 2025, that possesses a proven entrepreneurial mindset through employment, volunteer or self- initiated agriculture efforts.

• AGRICULTURE INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD (BUSINESS)

  To recognize a business that is based in the rural or urban Chatham-Kent and linked to a farming operation or agri-business. The chosen recipient must be innovative, embracing and apply new technologies and markets in the agriculture field.

• AGRICULTURE INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD (INDIVIDUAL)

  To recognize an individual that is based in the rural or urban Chatham-Kent and linked to a farming operation or agri-business. The chosen recipient must be innovative, embracing and apply new technologies and markets in the agriculture field.

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