Congratulations to David Swartz of Loysville, Pa. for being named the winner of the 2010 All-American Dairy Show Image Award.
The Image Award is presented annually to an individual who has enhanced the image of the All-American Dairy Show with significant contributions toward its reputation, prestige and welfare.
“Dave is the classic ‘behind-the-scenes’ person who has quietly dedicated 25 years to working with All-American exhibitors to ensure their show experience is positive,” said Agriculture Secretary Russell C. Redding. “Without Dave’s commitment, and those like him, the All-American would not continue to attract the best dairy breeders from across the country.”
Holding a dairy science bachelor degree and animal science master degree, Dave is a 26-year employee of Penn State Cooperative Extension and serves as extension director for Cumberland and Perry counties.
After just three months on the job, he was asked to help with the All-American Dairy Show Ayrshire committee, and has since served as the committee superintendent for 25 years.
Swartz and his wife Shelly have three sons and one daughter.
Established in 1993, the Image Award is the dairy show’s way of recognizing one of its own dedicated leaders. The winner is chosen through the Image Award Committee of the Pennsylvania Dairy and Allied Industries Association and nominations are solicited from within the organization, the volunteers of the All-American Dairy Show and past award winners.
The committee said Swartz is well-respected by all involved with the All-American and cited his sense of confidence and credibility in any task he takes as reasons for deserving the award.
Source: All-American Dairy Show