You’ve taken the risks and built a successful business.
You give back to your industry and your local community.
Your story would help others push themselves to achieve success.
The Top Producer of the Year Award recognizes producers who demonstrate excellence in the business of farming, including marketing, farm finance, family and employee relations, technology and environmental stewardship.
Entrants are judged on entrepreneurial originality (50%), financial and business progress (30%) and industry or community leadership (20%). Any farmer, rancher or partnership that gets at least half of their income from farming and farm-related ventures may apply.
To apply, complete the entry form and provide the requested letters of reference and financial documentation. Winners agree to be recognized in articles published in Top Producer magazine and online. Any financial information remains confidential unless entrants agree to its release.
The Application Process
Any farmer or rancher who derives at least half of his/her income from farming and farm-related ventures may apply. To apply, complete the entry form and send two letters of reference from an accountant, banker or agribusiness leader. Winners agree to be recognized in articles published in Top Producer magazine and online. Any financial information remains confidential unless entrants agree to its release.
The Prizes
The three 2022 Top Producer of the Year finalists received a trip for two to Top Producer Summit, CEO consulting sessions and other prizes. The winner also received a lease of a Case IH tractor for six months and an international trip. Prizes may vary from 2022.
The three finalists for the 2023 Top Producer of the Year award will be recognized at the 2023 Top Producer Summit, which runs Jan. 23-25 in Nashville.
>> Download the 2023 application
Deadline to enter is Sept. 30!
For details or questions, please email Top Producer Editor Sara Schafer at sschafer@farmjournal.com.
