The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) Leadership Award was established in 2012 to recognize and encourage leadership in the forage and grassland sector. It recognizes individuals, groups or organizations who exemplify or enhance the goals of the CFGA and whose leadership has impact of national and/or international significance.
2024 Leadership Award winner
The CFGA presented its 2024 Leadership Award on Dec. 4, 2024, to Dr. Annie Claessens at a special dinner during the 15th Annual Conference. Read more.
Nominate a leader
Nominations are now open for the 2025 CFGA Leadership Award. Please complete the nomination form. The deadline for nominations is Oct. 15, 2025.
2025 Leadership Award Nomination form - ENGLISH
Please attach additional pages as required and submit completed nomination forms electronically to [email protected], Attention: Awards Committee.
The CFGA will inform the selected recipient by Nov. 1, 2025. The award will be presented during the CFGA’s 16th Annual Conference in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The recipient will be asked to participate in the CFGA conference with an acceptance speech during the award ceremony.