Nominations for Manatee County Outstanding Agriculturalist and Agriculture Hall of Fame are now being accepted. These awards honor those who have contributed to the success of Manatee County’s agriculture industry. This includes farmers, industry representatives, crop consultants, agriculture educators and any other folks who have had a significant impact in Manatee County’s agricultural industry. The Outstanding Agriculturalist must be a current member of the community and will be honored during the Kiwanis Club of Bradenton Farm City Week Luncheon on November 19.  Nominees for the Manatee County Agriculture Hall of Fame may be living or deceased and will be honored at the Hall of Fame Luncheon on Nov. 21. Photos of both recipients will be placed in the Manatee County Agricultural Museum and the Hall of Fame in Palmetto.

Nomination forms and award guidelines may be obtained at the website below.

Manatee County Agricultural Award Nominations