Nominations for Commercial Breeder of the Year (2008) will be accepted by Sylvia Londry until December 15, 2008.

The recipient of this award is an individual or group of commercial cow/calf producers who have recently acquired from a member of the ECGA :

a) A registered purebred or fullblood GV male for the purpose of siring mixed breed commercial females.

b) A registered GV female of at least 50% F1 status to be added as a brood cow to a commercial herd.

The purpose of this merit award is to give recognition to cattle producers who have contributed in a measurable way to:

a) Promote GV as a "value adder" in a commercial breeding program.

b) Support the GV breed in our industry thus helping strengthen this breed's market position, by virtue of credible testimonials.

c) Continue to support the GV breed and its producers by acknowledging the breed at every opportunity (i.e. sale barn, 4H projects, exhibitions, etc.).

The nomination must be accompanied by a written profile of the nominee.