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Agriculture Press Release |
October 17, 2003 Bronson to present Environmental Leadership Awards During Ceremony in Daytona Beach DAYTONA BEACH -- Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson will present awards to three agricultural operations in recognition of their leadership in promoting progressive environmental practices. The 2003 Commissioner’s Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Awards will be presented during a breakfast ceremony at the Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s 62nd annual meeting in Daytona Beach on Friday, October 24. The awards program is now in its 10th year and has recognized a total of 32 winners. “The Ag-Environmental Leadership Award program spotlights the environmentally innovative farming practices of our state’s growers and ranchers,” Bronson said. “Focusing public attention on their efforts helps illuminate Florida agriculture’s dedication to preserving the environment and conserving natural resources while helping ensure a continuing supply of food and fiber.” This year’s winners are: “Agriculturalists are the original environmentalists,” Bronson said. “As a lifelong rancher, I have always respected the bond between man and the environment. We depend on the land, and are charged with being its true stewards as we strive to meet the growing demands of our nation and the world.” “Agriculturalists are the original environmentalists,” Bronson said. “As a lifelong rancher, I have always respected the bond between man and the environment. We depend on the land, and are charged with being its true stewards as we strive to meet the growing demands of our nation and the world.” Nominations for the awards were received earlier this year by a screening committee composed of scientific and technical experts with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which selected the finalists. The three winners were then selected from the group of finalists by a selection committee made up of representatives from The Nature Conservancy, the state’s Water Management Districts, the Florida Farm Bureau, the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, the Florida Dairy Association, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida’s Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Florida Citrus Mutual, and the Florida Forestry Association. Note to news media organizations: Contact information: The 2003 Agricultural-Environmental Awards will be presented during a breakfast ceremony held during the Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s annual meeting. Date: Friday, October 24, 2003 Video available: A broadcast-quality videotape outlining the accomplishments of the three winners is available from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. News organizations interested in obtaining a copy of the videotape should contact Walt Land or Gary Seamans at (850) 487-8000. Specify Beta SP, Beta SX, 3/4-inch or VHS format. Photos 10-24-03a 10-24-03b 10-24-03c 10-24-03d 10-24-03e 10-24-03f 10-24-03g 10-24-03h 10-24-03i For more information: |
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