Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is looking for the names of women who are agricultural leaders.
Until Jan. 15, the organization is accepting nominations for the 2013 FCC Rosemary Davis Award, which recognizes and honours Canadian women for their leadership and commitment to agriculture.
Five women from across the country will be recognized for their achievements.
“Women continue to have a pivotal leadership role in advancing the agriculture and agri-food industry,” said Kellie Garrett of the FCC. “FCC is pleased to recognize exceptional leaders that distinguish themselves by showing commitment to our industry and devotion to their local communities.”
Past nominees range from producers and educators to agrologists and veterinarians.
This year, FCC is encouraging people to take time to nominate a leader.
Self-nominations are also encouraged.
Candidates will be selected based on their demonstration of leadership – through giving back to their community and the agriculture industry – as well as their vision and passion for the industry.
Since 2006, FCC has honoured 30 outstanding women with the Rosemary Davis Award.
In 2011, Wynne Chisholm, a Cochrane-area cow-calf producer, was honoured with the award.
The Rosemary Davis Award was created and named after a successful Canadian agribusiness owner and operator and the first female chair of the FCC board of directors.
Winners will be announced in March 2013. They will have the opportunity to attend the Simmons School of Management Leadership Conference in Boston on April 2.
“By attending this conference, winners of the award will have the unique opportunity to network and share knowledge,” said Garrett. “They will also have the chance to hear from some of the most respected women in the world who, just like them, decided to make a difference in their communities and the global village.”
Winners must be at least 21 years of age and actively involved in Canadian agriculture. Entries can be submitted online at fccrosemarydavisaward.ca
For more information on the agriculture awards, call 1-888-332-3301 or email [email protected].
