Mercer County Farm Bureau receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence - Kentucky Farm Bureau

Mercer 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, Mercer 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.

Megan DeHart of the Mercer County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee, accepts the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence from Vicki Bryant, chair of the Kentucky Farm Bureau state Women’s Committee. The award was presented during a December 1 recognition program at the 98th Kentucky Farm Bureau annual meeting.

 

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