Nominations are now being accepted by the Iowa State Dairy Association for the Ralph Keeling Leadership Award. Applications are due July 16, 2007.
Nominations are open to educators, industry, and producers in the dairy field who have significantly contributed to the progress of Iowa’s dairy industry.
The award, presented annually since 1967, is in honor of the late Ralph Keeling. Mr. Keeling operated a successful dairy farm and business, devoting much of his time and talents to help the progress of Iowa’s dairy industry.
Presentation of the award will take place on Friday, August 10, 2007 during the Iowa State Fair. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey and Iowa State Dairy Association President Wayne Dykshorn will present the award.