The Santa Maria Fairpark is accepting nominations for people who have made significant contributions to the agricultural industry of Santa Barbara County. Submit nominations for Agri-Business Person of the Year, Farmer of the Year, and Livestock Producer of the Year until April 17. Applications should provide background information to support the nomination, as recipients will be judged based on accomplishments in the agricultural industry and commitment to the community.
Winners will be announced on the opening day of the Santa Barbara County Fair on July 15, and will also get a Santa Barbara County Fair belt buckle, jacket, and lifetime pass to the fair.
For applications, visit the Fairpark website at santamariafairpark.com or the office at 937 South Thornburg in Santa Maria.
This article appears in Mar 12-19, 2009.