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MB - Environmental Stewardship Focus Of Governor's Award Program

Nominees currently are being sought for the Fifth Annual Governor's Environmental Stewardship Award. For the past four years, Governor Sonny Perdue has recognized those that are not only making a living from their land, but also using the latest, innovative techniques to protect it for future generations. Applications are available at www.agawareness.com and due by Dec. 10. Five district winners are selected for the award each year. Judges will visit each district winner's farm.

Based upon their recommendation, Governor Perdue will announce the state winner March 16 in Atlanta during the sixth annual Agricultural Awareness Week. For more information, Contact: Donnie Smith at (229) 391-6882 or dsmith@gov.state.ga.us.