State Grange

Contests:

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A. State Grange Agriculture Innovator

This award is for an individual who is actively engaged in farming, gardening, agricultural enterprise,
or rural development large or small scale such as: a Christmas tree farm, fruit grower, dairy farmer,
beekeeper, aquaculture, ag education, etc.

 

Rules:

• Open to any person, of any age.

• There will be one winner selected and announced at the State Grange session.

• Nominations must be made in writing by a Grange member in good standing and include involvement in:

  • Community Service-involvement with projects towards the betterment of the community. The nominee may have worked through the Grange or another organization.

  • Personal Achievement- Awards or honors they received through the Grange or other organizations; personal fulfillment from being a member of the Grange and/or involvement in other activities.

• Deadline for nominations is September 15th.

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Award: Winners will be announced at State Grange session.

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B. Honorary State Session Delegate

• The Honorary State Session Delegate will provide opportunities for a State FFA representative and a 4-H Ambassador with an interest in the legislative aspect of the Massachusetts State Grange to see the inner workings of committees and the grassroots legislative policy development effort at the Massachusetts State Grange session.

• Each youth will serve on one of the session committees reviewing resolutions. Participants will watch the delegate body act on resolutions and other aspects of the session. Full participation as befits a delegate is strongly encouraged.

• An individual may participate in the program a maximum of one time.

• As guests of the Massachusetts State Grange, room cost will be paid for the participant, plus one parent/legal guardian if required due to age requirements. Tickets to scheduled banquets/meals will also be provided.

• Transportation will be the participant’s own responsibility.

• Applications must be submitted to the Agriculture and the Environment Director(s). Applications will be reviewed by the Agriculture and the Environment Committee and the State Executive

• Committee in making the selection of participants.

• Please include letters of recommendation from your Chapter/Club Director.

• Applications can be obtained from the Agriculture and Environment Committee Director(s) or from the State Grange website.

• Honorary Delegates will be assigned a mentor from the State Grange to assist and guide the participants during the session.

• Participants will be expected to attend all aspects of the session except for those activities which require full membership.

• Any participant who fails to comply with the guidelines will be expected to pay their own expenses.

• The deadline for application submission will be September 1st.

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The Honorary Delegate Application may be found here

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C. The Caroline A. Hall Women in Agriculture Awards

The Caroline A. Hall Women in Agriculture Award recognizes and celebrates female
agriculturalists who demonstrate leadership, innovation, stewardship, and community
impact—values exemplified by Caroline A. Hall’s legacy in agriculture. The program uplifts
women who are shaping the future of farming, food systems, education, and sustainability.

Purpose:
To honor a woman whose contributions have advanced agriculture through stewardship,
education, policy, or community leadership.

Eligibility:

• Minimum of 1 year of involvement in agriculture

• Open to producers, educators, researchers, advocates, or agribusiness leaders

• Criteria (May include one or more of the following):

• Demonstrates leadership and influence in agriculture

• Contributions to agricultural progress or sustainability

• Mentorship or support of future generations

• Strong ethical standards and community respect

• Innovation or creativity in agricultural practices

• Commitment to learning and growth

• Positive impact within school, farm, or community

Nomination Process:

• Nomination form with:

  • Nominee information

  • 1–2 letters of support

• Selection by committee as appointed by individual Granges

​This contest may be modified to meet individual Granges’ needs.

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D. The Caroline A. Hall Youth Women in Agriculture Awards

The Caroline A. Hall Youth Women in Agriculture Awards celebrate young women who are
learning, leading, and making a difference in agriculture. These awards honor students who show

passion for agriculture, care for the land and animals, leadership among peers, and service to their
schools and communities—values inspired by the legacy of Caroline A. Hall.

Eligibility:

• Youth ages – (or enrolled in FFA, 4-H, or an agricultural high school)

Criteria:

• Active participation in agriculture-related activities

• Demonstrated leadership and responsibility

• Commitment to learning and personal growth

• Positive influence on peers, chapter/club, or campus

• Strong work ethic and integrity

• Responsible care of animals, land, or natural resources

• Use of conservation or sustainability practices

• Understanding of environmental responsibility

• Efforts to improve sustainability on a farm, project, or campus

 

Nomination Process

• Nomination submitted by:

  • Grange member, advisor, teacher, extension agent, coach, or community member

• Materials to include:

  • Short nomination form

  • Brief statement addressing award criteria

  • Optional letter of support

• One recipient per organization/school

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Nomination forms may be found here
This award may be presented by any Grange or State Committee​