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2009 Environmental Stewardship Award Information

 

Governor Sonny Perdue wants to know the Georgia farmers who are doing the best they can to protect the environment on and around their farms. For the past four years, Governor Perdue has recognized those that are not only making a living from their lands, but also using the latest, innovative techniques to protect it for future generations.

Nominees are currently being sought for the Fourth Annual Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Award. Applications are available at www.agawareness.com and due by December 16.

“As I learned from my father growing up on a farm in middle Georgia, if you take care of the land, it will take care of you,” Governor Perdue said. “This award shows all Georgians the outstanding job farmers are doing to protect our environment and preserve our state's natural resources.”

Five district winners are selected for the award each year. This year, only district winners will be required to submit supporting documentation. Past district winners are eligible to apply.

Judges will visit each district winner’s farm. Based on their recommendation, Governor Perdue will announce the state winner at the Fifth annual Agricultural Awareness Week in Atlanta on March 17.

 

For more information, call Donnie Smith at (229) 386-3104.