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Jun. 10, 2025 Source: Farm Progress news release MONTEREY, CALIF. -- The Organic Grower Summit, presented by Farm Progress, has officially opened nominations for the eighth annual Grower of the Year award. New for 2025, the selection process will feature four finalists who will be invited to attend the summit, where the winner will be revealed during the event. The prestigious Grower of the Year award recognizes exceptional leadership and commitment to organic farming and innovation in the organic industry. Four finalists will be recognized, and the winner will be announced during the Organic Grower Summit, scheduled for Dec. 3-4, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa in Monterey, California. "We're excited to enhance this year's award program by recognizing four outstanding finalists who represent excellence in organic agriculture," said Matt Jungmann, national events director for Farm Progress. "This new format allows us to showcase more of the incredible work being done by organic growers across the country while building anticipation for the final announcement at the Summit." Nominations can be submitted online via the Organic Grower Summit website. The committee will evaluate candidates based on their commitment to organic farming practices, industry leadership and innovation in organic agriculture. A full overview of the award criteria is available on the website. The Grower of the Year award has previously honored distinguished leaders in organic agriculture, including Dick Peixoto of Lakeside Organic Gardens (2024), Rod Braga of Braga Fresh (2023) and Jeff Huckaby of Grimmway Farms (2022). The award presentation will be a highlight of the summit's comprehensive educational program, which includes seminars on ag tech, soil health, pest management and other critical topics for organic producers. Nominations for outstanding organic growers are now being accepted through the official online submission form. All nominations must be submitted by Aug. 31, 2025. About Organic Grower Summit The Organic Grower Summit, presented by Farm Progress, is a premier event for organic growers and suppliers to explore the latest trends, techniques and innovations in organic farming. This annual summit offers educational sessions, networking opportunities and a platform for industry leaders to share insights and best practices in organic agriculture. About Farm Progress As part of Informa Markets, Farm Progress is the largest, most diversified agriculture information business in North America. Through a robust network of live events, digital products, data, marketing services, broadcasting and local and national publications, Farm Progress enables the nation's most economically significant farmers, growers and ranchers to connect and do business. It serves 80% of the 2 million farms and ranches in the U.S., and an estimated 85% of the nation's annual agricultural gross domestic product. Tweet |
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