Floyd County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence

Louisville, KY (December 1, 2017) – Recognized for the achievements of its women’s program this year, Floyd County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville. The award honors county Women’s Committees for active participation in leadership development programs, agricultural promotion, educational initiatives and numerous other aspects of support to the local Farm Bureau.

Crystal Akers and Sherry Akers of the Floyd County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee, accept the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence from Vicki Bryant, chair of the Kentucky Farm Bureau state Women’s Committee.

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