The S.D. Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA) is seeking nominations for the 2024 South Dakota Specialty Crop Producer of the Year Award.
Donor Name: Specialty Producers Association (SDSPA)
State: South Dakota
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes
Deadline: 12/16/2024
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Producers, customers, and community members are invited to nominate a farmer who has made a significant contribution to specialty crop production in the state. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, honey, and nursery crops, including floriculture.
South Dakota’s specialty crop farmers are influencing the way South Dakotan’s access their food. The locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, honey, and other specialty crops are not only found at farmers markets and highway farm stands, but are also appearing in the restaurants, hospitals, schools, and retail stores. These farmers are supporting their local communities and economies, providing customers with access to fresh and diverse products, and offering social interactions and entertainment. Consumers can even find fresh cut flower bouquets across the state.
In 2024, SDSPA and DANR would like to recognize one specialty crop producer for making an outstanding contribution to South Dakota agriculture.
The South Dakota Specialty Crop Producer of the Year is someone who:
- Provides visionary leadership to South Dakota’s agricultural industry, and advocates for specialty crops – fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, and nursery crops, including floriculture.
- Actively promotes growth, innovation, and prosperity for South Dakota local food systems and specialty crops.
- Mentors new and beginner farmers and invests in the next generation of producers.
For more information, visit SDSPA.
