(Photo: Iowa Soybean Association / Joseph Hopper)
Nominate a farmer or ag leader for an ISA Leadership Award
September 3, 2024
Submissions are open now through Oct. 3
Do you know a student passionate about supporting agriculture? How about a farmer dedicated to protecting natural resources? If so, nominate deserving individuals for one of eight Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) Leadership Awards.
Nominations can be submitted on the ISA website and will be accepted until Thursday, Oct. 3. A committee comprised of ISA farmer leaders will review all nominees. Recipients will be recognized at the annual ISA Leadership Awards
and Industry Celebration Banquet in December.
“Many people are driven to deliver for Iowa soybean farmers,” said Suzanne Shirbroun, ISA president and soybean farmer from Farmersburg. “As a farmer-led organization, it’s important to recognize the meaningful contributions advancing our industry and positioning growers for success.”
Nominations are sought for:
Legacy of Leadership
ISA farmer member advancing the goals of the association and demonstrating a passion and longstanding commitment for growing the soybean industry in Iowa, nationally and internationally.
New Leader
ISA farmer member who has deepened their involvement in ISA programming while enhancing their commitment and service to the industry and their community.
Environmental Leader
ISA farmer member improving on-farm environmental performance and leadership in the use of precision agriculture tools and technology. Must be a current or past participant in ISA Research Center for Farming Innovation (RCFI) activities.
Rising Star
High school senior or college student taking an active role in promoting agriculture who intends to remain involved in the industry through personal or professional activities. The award includes a financial stipend for educational expenses. This award requires an application, found on the ISA website.
Innovator in Production Research
An individual, organization or company showing leadership in using precision agriculture and has worked to validate and manage practices to improve profitability. Nominees with active involvement in ISA’s RCFI are preferred.
Friend of the Iowa Soybean Farmer
Elected leader or ISA partner who has shown a deep understanding of issues facing Iowa soybean farmers and has supported them through their actions and efforts.
Advocate for Iowa Agriculture
ISA member, individual, organization or company who effectively and accurately shares the story of modern agriculture and actively builds bridges between Iowa farmers and consumers.
Policy Champion
Recognizes an ISA farmer and Advocate member who works to advance policy and regulatory issues benefiting the soybean industry. Nominees have a proven track record of engaging with elected leaders as a knowledgeable and trusted resource on soybean industry policy.
To nominate a deserving individual, visit iasoybeans.com/awards2025 or scan the QR code using a smartphone camera. Submissions will be accepted until Thursday, Oct. 3.
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