The Ontario government’s Excellence in Agriculture Awards celebrate efforts driving the agriculture and food industry forward, recognizing farmers, processors, industry organizations, individuals, and businesses who excel in their field.
“The Excellence in Agriculture Awards honour those who set a high standard and lead by example to ensure Ontario’s agriculture and food industry can continue to grow and prosper,” stated Rob Flack, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. “Our province is full of devoted and forward-thinking farmers, businesses, and organizations working to grow the industry, and I look forward to celebrating their successes.”
This year, the province will recognize agricultural excellence in 12 categories:
– Youth Excellence
– Food Processing Excellence
– Research and Innovation Excellence
– Northern Business Excellence
– Workforce Excellence
– Women’s Excellence
– Education Excellence
– Supply Chain Excellence
– Indigenous, Métis or Inuit-Owned Business or Community Excellence
– Promotional Excellence
– Farm Family Excellence
– Urban Agriculture Excellence
The awards aim to encourage excellence across agriculture and food, looking to celebrate those that are working to build a sustainable and profitable industry.
Nominations are open until July 22. Interested parties can submit a self-nomination or nominate another person or business.
For more details on how to nominate, visit the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness website.
Written by: B. Shakyaver
