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Agribusiness Committee
Purpose
To support and stimulate growth of agribusiness and build awareness within the Chamber concerning related issues including effect on the quality of life, economic impact and scope of the area's agriculture industry.
Goals
- Actively recruit and encourage Chamber and committee membership particularly the involvement of traditional and non-traditional ag-related businesses.
- Provide networking and educational opportunities through:
- Agricultural Recognition Dinner
- Semi-Annual Food for Thought Breakfast Forums
- Input and networking opportunities regarding current issues (i.e. Storm Water and Bio Tech Life Sciences)
- Recognize and celebrate individual accomplishments in agricultural and in the community.
- Agriculturalists of the Year Award
- Support and reward youth activities, accomplishments and educational opportunities that encourage continued interest in ag-related careers.
- Present $1,000 Continuing Education Scholarship
- 4-H Recognition Night Dinner and Awards
- Junior Livestock Auction Promotion and Ham Show Prizes
- Recognize FFA students earning Proficiency awards
- Participate in High School Vo Tech (Agriculture) Partnerships
- Support agricultural programs, organizations and events that contribute to the economic diversity and the quality of life in Boone County.
- Boone County Fair Children's Barnyard
Benefit
Continued development and support of the Ag industry will maintain a more balanced economy, enhance the quality of life and provide benefits for all segments of the Chamber membership.
