The Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Committee is pleased to announce this year’s agriculture award winners.
“Their contributions make a significant difference to the agriculture industry in Plant City and Hillsborough County,” committee chair Debbie Simpson said.
The awards will be presented at the “Salute to Agriculture” contact breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, to be held in the Expo Building at the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds. The cost is $15 a person, and you may call the Chamber at (813) 754-3707 for reservations. RSVP is required by 4:30 pm Friday, Aug. 7.
Agriculturist of the Year
Hugh M. Gramling
Young Agriculturist of the Year
Michael C. Lopez
Ag Educator of the Year
Judi Whitson
Agri-Business of the Year
The Hay Exchange
Supporter of Youth in Agriculture
William K. & Karen J. Grimmer