The All-American Dairy Show is now accepting applications for the 2008 Obie Snider Award through May 30. The award recognizes a dairy industry leader that exemplifies Snider’s character, leadership, professionalism, ethics and service.

The award will be presented during the 45th Anniversary celebration of the All-American Dairy Show on Sept. 13 -18, themed ‘Celebration of Excellence.’

“Obie was a founding father of the All-American Dairy Show 45 years ago,” said Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff. “He set the standard of excellence then, which the show continues to meet year after year. Presenting this award in Obie’s honor during the anniversary will be a true celebration of his dedication to the show and the dairy industry as a whole.”