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Sponsored By
The Shawnee County Conservation District

Young Conservationist Award

Description
Each year, the Conservation District seeks to recognize and celebrate outstanding young conservationists who demonstrate a strong commitment to conservation in the pursuit of farming and/or ranching. This award highlights individuals whose dedication to natural resource stewardship sets their operation apart and serves as a positive example for others within the agricultural community.

When a farming or ranching operation clearly stands out through exceptional conservation practices, innovative management, or a long-term stewardship mindset, the District believes it is important to acknowledge those efforts. By recognizing exemplary work, the District aims to encourage and inspire others to adopt conservation practices that protect soil, water, wildlife habitat, and overall land productivity for future generations.

Award Eligibility
  • The award is given to stewards of the land who are 35 years of age or younger.
  • Nominees must be actively involved in farming and/or ranching operations.

Award Criteria
The nominee is recognized for one or more of the following:
  • Successfully integrating conservation practices into their farming or ranching operation, such as soil health improvements, erosion control, water quality protection, grazing management, habitat enhancement, or nutrient management.
  • Demonstrating innovation and leadership by implementing new or creative conservation approaches that improve the sustainability and productivity of their operation.
  • Managing their land with a clear conservation mindset, balancing agricultural production with long-term natural resource protection.
  • Showing a commitment to learning, adapting, and sharing conservation knowledge that benefits the operation, the local landscape, and the agricultural community as a whole.
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This award recognizes young producers who exemplify responsible land stewardship and who are helping shape the future of conservation-minded agriculture.
OUTSTANDING YOUNG CONSERVATIONIST

AWARD
Winners
  • Davis, Megan                         2021


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    2026 Nomination Form

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