IFB Honored for “Most Innovative Program”

Illinois Farm Bureau received the prestigious New Horizon Award at the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Annual Convention in Nashville, TN. This honor is given to a state that develops and excels in a new and innovative program.

IFB President Philip Nelson accepted the award for Illinois Farm Bureau's role in the Illinois Farm Families (IFF), a group committed to having conversations with consumers and openly sharing what really happens on today's farms. Illinois Farm Families are farmers who support Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois Pork Producers, Illinois Corn Marketing Board, Illinois Soybean Association, and Illinois Beef Association.

As if that wasn't enough, IFB walked away with five additional Awards for Excellence for a year's worth of exceptional work in these program areas:

• Agriculture Education and Promotion
  Includes programs such as Adopt-a-Classroom, and ACTION TEAMS.

• Leadership Development
  Includes programs such as ALOT, Young Leader competitions, and FFA & 4-H education.

• Member Services
  Includes offering a variety of member-only discounts and programs such as the recruitment contest.

• Policy Implementation
  Includes programs such as FB ACT and ACTIVATOR.

• Public Relations and Information
  Includes programs such as Regional Advertising Groups and Illinois Farm Families

IFB wouldn't be accepting these honors if it wasn't for the dedication and commitment from members like you. Every hour volunteered… every phone call made to a legislator… every letter written to a classroom… every moment used to grow your grassroots organization was united with countless other moments to create a year of success, a year worthy of great awards!