Nominate the 2018 Top Producer of the Year

Nominate the 2018 Top Producer of the Year

Here's a unique opportunity to help promote one of your customers doing outstanding work. 

The Top Producer of the Year Award recognizes producers who demonstrate excellence in the business of farming, including marketing, farm finance, family and employee relations, technology and environmental stewardship.

2018 Top Producer of the Year
Entrants are judged on entrepreneurial originality (50%), financial and business progress (30%) and industry or community leadership (20%). Any farmer, rancher or partnership that gets at least half of their income from farming and farm-related ventures may apply.
To apply, complete the entry form and send two letters of reference from an accountant, banker or agribusiness leader. In addition, please send a letter of support from your primary lender. Winners agree to be recognized in articles published in Top Producer magazine and online. Any financial information remains confidential unless entrants agree to its release.
 
The Application Process
Any farmer or rancher who derives at least half of his/her income from farming and farm-related ventures may apply. To apply, complete the entry form and send two letters of reference from an accountant, banker or agribusiness leader. Winners agree to be recognized in articles published in TOP PRODUCER magazine and online. Any financial information remains confidential unless entrants agree to its release.

Prizes
This year’s 2017 Top Producer of the Year winner received a trip for two to the 2016 Top Producer Seminar, a lease of a Case IH tractor for six months, a TPEN membership, CEO Consulting sessions and other prizes.

Deadline to enter is Sept. 1!

 
 
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