Farm Foundation Awards

Farm Foundation Emerging Leader Award

Recognizing an emerging young leader who is on the trajectory to make transformational change within the agriculture and food industries.

Nomination Form

Awards nominations will be accepted until November 15, 2024.  The awards will be presented to the recipients during the Farm Foundation Round Table Dinner in Spokane, Washington on July 17, 2025.

As we look to the next generation to carry forward the most meaningful work, this award recognizes a person under 40 who is on the trajectory to make transformational change within the agriculture and food industries.​

Emerging Leader Award Criteria
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  • An emerging leader within their career, 40 years of age or younger
  • Identifiable early career achievements in improving the agriculture and food industries
  • Exhibits leadership examples by being involved in organizations across the food and agriculture sector
  • Shows initiative and promise in playing an active role in leading change within the food and agriculture sector
  • Actively participates in events and opportunities to educate consumers and broad audiences on the importance of the food and agriculture sector
  • Embodies the mission and vision of Farm Foundation through their work and contributions
Emerging Leader Award Nomination Materials
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  • Nominee resume/CV
  • At least one letter of support from a current supervisor or colleague

Please upload materials in the nomination portal by no later than November 15, 2024.

Who can I contact with questions?
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For more information, please reach out to Farm Foundation Vice President of External Relations Tim Brennan.

Past Recipients

2024: Dr. Yangxuan Liu, Professor and Interim Department Head, University of Georgia
2023: Emily Metz, President and CEO, American Egg Board