The agricultural heartland of Ontario welcomed the announcement of the Mapleseed Pasture Awards for 2023-2024. This award, a collaborative initiative of the Beef Farmers of Ontario, the Ontario Sheep Farmers, Mapleseed, and the Ontario Forage Council, shines a spotlight on the cream of the crop in pasture management.
What's the big deal about these awards?
Well, for starters, they're not just about giving out trophies. They aim to recognize and reward individual producers who showcase excellence in pasture management. This isn't merely a nod of approval; it's an incentive for all producers to elevate their pasture management strategies, optimizing production per acre.
Here's the scoop on the prizes. Winners don't just get bragging rights. For each category, Mapleseed generously offers a cash prize of $250. And if that wasn’t enough, winners might also get a platform to share insights about their operations at their respective commodity AGM. Each victorious producer will also receive a 25kg bag of their preferred Mapleseed Forage Mix.
Are you thinking of nominating someone or even tossing your hat in the ring? Mark these dates. For the sheep pasture category, the last date for application submissions is September 30, 2023. And for the beef pasture category, you've got until October 30, 2022.
This award is a golden opportunity to spotlight the hard work, innovation, and dedication that goes into pasture management in Ontario. So, if you know a producer who's doing wonders in the field, why not give them a nudge to get the recognition they deserve?
The submission deadline for the sheep pasture award is September 30, 2023.
Applications for the beef pasture award must be in by October 30, 2022.
To nominate someone for this award, fill out the relevant application forms.
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