Nominate Outstanding Farmers for Top Awards
The 2022 Top Producer Summit will take place Feb. 14-16 in Nashville, Tenn., with an online program the following week. During the Summit, Top Producer will recognize remarkable farmers who have taken risks, built thriving businesses and given back to their communities. Apply by Sept. 30.
Top Producer of the Year
The award honors three producers whose operations are at the forefront of agriculture and crowns one winner. Entrants are judged on entrepreneurial originality (50%), financial and business progress (30%) and industry or community leadership (20%). Prizes can include CEO coaching sessions, a tractor lease and other prizes.
Tomorrow’s Top Producer Horizon Award
The award recognizes farmers 35 and under who represent the next generation of esteemed farm leaders. Entrants are judged on entrepreneurial originality (50%), financial and business progress (30%) and leadership (20%). The winner will receive a mentoring trip, drone and other prizes.
EWA Trailblazer Award
This award is given to a female producer who is a shining example for her peers. Entrants are judged on agricultural advocacy (50%), farm business innovation (30%) and industry or community leadership (20%). The winner will receive leadership or succession planning consulting sessions and other prizes.