Industry invited to nominate for horticulture awards
Nominations for the 2007 Graham Gregory Award for excellence in horticulture and for the 2007 Young Leader Award are now open.
Since its inception in 1993, the Graham Gregory Award has been the horticulture industry’s most prestigious accolade, recognising outstanding achievements from all sectors in horticulture throughout the whole supply chain.
The award is named for the late Graham Gregory AO who was the first chairman of Horticulture Australia Limited’s predecessor, the Horticultural Research and Development Corporation.
Throughout his life, Graham Gregory made an exceptional contribution to research and development in Australia’s wine and horticulture industries.
Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) is inviting nominations for individuals who have demonstrated excellence in an area that has enhanced the horticulture industry in research and development, marketing, technology transfer or education and training.
The prize includes $10,000 cash, travel costs to the value of $2000 and a commemorative bronze medal.
The Young Leader Award is open to nominees under 35, who are able to demonstrate leadership in any discipline related to the horticulture industry. Up to five young leaders can be recognised by this award each year.
The winners(s) will receive a prize valued at up to $2000 that includes travel to the award presentation in Sydney with one night’s accommodation, a free registration at a HAL-funded conference and a certificate of recognition.
Nominations for both awards close on 15 October 2007 and the winners will be announced at the HAL Industry Forum on 21 November. Nomination forms are available on HAL’s website www.horticulture.com.au.
