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AWARD DESCRIPTION
The Agronomist of the Year Award recognizes an agronomist from a CAAR member location who consistently exceeds expectations through dedication to their field and agronomic knowledge. Agronomists are a key touchpoint with the farming community, helping farmers grow the best crop possible.

If you know an agronomist who works for a CAAR retailer and demonstrates significant knowledge of agronomic practices applicable to their local region, and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service.
The successful agronomist, who must be employed by or work on behalf of a CAAR member location, will be selected by a committee of peers based on accomplishments in the following areas:

Application Criteria

Agronomic Knowledge – Demonstrates significant knowledge of agronomic practices applicable to their local region. Please include a letter of reference from employer (not required if self-employed).

Customer Service and Satisfaction – Demonstrates excellent customer service, satisfaction, and significant customer retention. Please include at least one letter of reference from a customer.
    Commitment to Continuing Education – Demonstrates a commitment to continually develop skills through seminars, courses, self-study and/or mentorship.

    Community and Industry Leadership – Demonstrates exceptional professionalism and leadership in their local community and the industry at large through volunteering, sponsorship, or donations.

    Current Member of CAAR – The agronomist’s employer must be a member of CAAR.

    Agronomists are encouraged to submit their application today! Colleagues, customers, peers or employers can also apply on behalf of their local agronomist.

    The award will be presented at the CAAR 30th Anniversary Gala Banquet on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 in Saskatoon Saskatchewan.

    Nominations for the awards close on October 15, 2025.

    Please contact Lisa Siragusa at 204-989-9300 (Ext 106) or lisa@caar.org if you have any questions regarding the awards or the nomination process.
    NOMINATION FORM

    Colleagues, customers, peers or employers can apply for their local agronomist for the Agronomist of the Year award. To nominate an agronomist who is employed by or affiliated with a CAAR Member company, please complete the form below stating at least one specific example from 2024 of how the nominee excels in each of the four critical areas.

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    * NOMINEE INFORMATION:

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    * NOMINATION SUBMITTED BY:

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    * QUALIFICATIONS OF AGRONOMIST:
    Please provide details under each area of why the agronomist deserves this award.

    Agronomic Knowledge
    Describe how the nominee demonstrates significant knowledge of agronomic practices applicable to their local region. Please include a statement from their employer (not required if self-employed).

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    * Customer Service and Satisfaction
    Describe how the nominee demonstrates excellent customer service, satisfaction, and retention. Please include a customer reference statement or contact information.

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    * Customer reference contact information

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    * Commitment to Continuing Education
    Describe how the nominee demonstrates a commitment to professional development through seminars, courses, self-study and/or mentorship.

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    * Community and Industry Leadership
    Describe how the nominee demonstrates exceptional professionalism and leadership in their local community and the industry at large through volunteering, sponsorship, or mentorship. Please share an example of an activity with agronomy organizations, CAAR, or other industry groups.

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