Purpose:
To recognize
the Outstanding Young Peanut Farmer award winner in Georgia
who has done an outstanding job in their farm, home and
commodity activities. The Outstanding Young Peanut Farmer
is selected on their level of success in:
• Promoting efficient and economic management of land,
labor, and capital in farming and specifically the production
of peanuts.
•
Developing and training in skills that grow, promote, and propel
the agriculture industry and especially in service through
leadership roles within the agriculture industry.
•
Advancing the philosophy and practice of civic and community
service.
•
Ensuring the applications of sound agronomic and environmental
practices.
Eligibility:
Any active Georgia peanut farmer who is not over 45 years of age as of
the end of the calendar year for which they are applying is eligible
to receive the award. An individual may receive the award only once.
There is no limit on the number of applicants from each county.
Basis
of the Award:
The Outstanding Young Peanut Farmer Award will be based
upon the
applicant’s overall farm operation; environmental and stewardship practices;
and leadership, civic, church, and community service activities.
Award:
The Outstanding Young Peanut Farmer Award will be presented at the Georgia Peanut
Farm Show on January 15, 2009. The winner will receive registration and hotel
accommodations to attend the Southern Peanut Growers Conference in July and a
sign to display at his/her farm.
Applications:
All applications must be received or postmarked before Jan. 2, 2009. Letters
of recommendation from county extension agents, young farmer advisors, buying
points or shelling plants are not required but are preferred. Send applications
to Joy Carter, Director of Communications, Georgia Peanut Commission, P.O. Box
967, Tifton, Ga. 31793 or via email at joycarter@gapeanuts.com or Fax at
229-386-3501.
For additional questions regarding the award, contact Joy at
229-386-3690.
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