Good Farm Neighbor Award

The Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who take pride in doing things right, and go above and beyond as environmental stewards and animal caretakers. It is an opportunity to tell the story of responsible livestock farming in Iowa, and highlight the families who make it so successful.

The award, presented by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and Iowa Ag Radio Network, is made possible through the financial support of the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers. It’s named in memory of Gary Wergin, a long-time WHO Radio farm broadcaster who created the award.

To nominate a family for the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions, please contact CSIF at 800.932.2436.

Nominate Your Neighbor

The Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who take pride in doing things right, and go above and beyond as environmental stewards and animal caretakers. It is an opportunity to tell the story of responsible livestock farming in Iowa, and highlight the families who make it so successful. The award, presented by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and Iowa Ag Radio Network, is made possible through the financial support of the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers. It’s named in memory of Gary Wergin, a long-time WHO Radio farm broadcaster who created the award. To nominate a family for the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor award, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions, please contact the Coalition at 1.800.932.2436.

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Your Contact Info*
First Name Last Name
Phone*
Email*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Website
Relationship to Nominee*

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Who are you nominating?*
First Name Last Name
Farm/Ranch Name*
County*
Phone*
Email*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Website
Who is involved in the operation?*
Type of livestock raised*
- Beef Cattle
- Dairy Cattle
- Swine
- Poultry
- Turkey
- Other
Farm/Ranch Details*

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EXPLAIN WHY THE NOMINEE IS DESERVING OF THE GOOD FARM NEIGHBOR AWARD
Please give specific examples
Environmental Stewardship*
Describe the nominee's conservation practices
Animal Husbandry*
Describe the nominee's livestock management practices
Community Involvement*
Describe the nominee's leadership roles or community influence

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