Two years ago, Colorado Corn Growers Association started the Farm Stewardship Award to recognize members in good standing who were demonstrating best management practices on their farm related to soil, water, and/ or air stewardship. Applications are due by April 19, 2019 revised from the original March 15 due date.

The winner will be announced during the Colorado Corn Annual Meeting in Greeley December 4, 2019.

Criteria

An explanation of known or innovative best management practices implemented in the applicant’s farming operation possibly related to:

• Nutrient management
• Water quality management 
• Air quality management
• Soil health
• Precision ag technologies 
• Irrigation (if applicable)
• Soil erosion control
• Cover crops

Contact Sarah Krautschun at skrautschun@coloradocorn.com for an application.