Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence
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Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence supports a military veteran or service member with a cash prize and public recognition to honor excellence in agriculture and positive community impact.
Funder: American Farm Bureau Federation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 cash prize plus up to $5,000 in convention travel and expense reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes one U.S. military veteran or service member for excellence in agriculture and positive community impact.
Key Information: The winner must attend the AFBF Convention to receive the prize and participate in a required video shoot.
Description
The Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence is administered by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), with prizes provided by Farm Credit. It recognizes one person who has served or is currently serving in any branch of the United States Military and remains actively involved in agriculture and their community. This is a recognition award rather than funding for a specified research project or proposed activity.
The program celebrates continued service through farming and community involvement. Applications are judged on excellence in farming or agriculture and positive community impact. The recipient receives a cash prize and convention expense reimbursement, along with public recognition on Veterans Day and through AFBF outlets over time. Recipients should be willing to share their story and represent the veteran farmer community.
