Award Night Highlights

The Award Night at Illinois Farm Bureau's Annual Meeting is always a great time to take county pride. This year's event was no different! Illinois President Philip Nelson awarded IFB's top prize, the President's Award, to five outstanding County Farm Bureaus that excelled in local programs and achieved membership goals. The coveted eagle trophy and lapel pin were presented to the President of these counties:

• Edwards County
• Washington County
• Fulton County
• Randolph County
• Cook County

Nelson also awarded the 2012 Liberty Bell Award to five County Farm Bureaus that excelled in both Legislative and Local Affairs Programs and who responded to every Action Request. This year's winners are:

• Scott County
• Washington County
• Hancock County
• Randolph County
• Cook County

The ballroom full of people also watched as 93 county Farm Bureaus receive recognition for their efforts in membership and programs. President Nelson and Vice President Rich Guebert awarded County Farm Bureaus gold, silver or bronze stars in 8 categories:( Click here to download these great ideas.)

• Ag Literacy
• Commodities & Marketing
• Health & Safety
• Legislative/Political Process
• Local Affairs
• Communication & Promotion
• Member Relations
• Policy Development

Congratulations to everyone who volunteers their time and talents to making local Farm Bureau activities great. There is no denying your passion and success!