NOVEMBER 20 DEADLINE FOR ANNUAL AMERICAN SHEEP INDUSTRY AWARDS

For more information:
Judy Malone (303) 771-3500, ext. 35
Becky Talley (303) 771-2500, ext. 40

DENVER, Colo. - September 7, 2007 - The American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) is asking for nominations of people who deserve to be acknowledged for their positive role within the industry. The awards program allows producers and industry affiliates a chance to nominate individuals they feel have made an outstanding contribution to the sheep industry.

There are six award categories available for nomination:

McClure Silver Ram Award - presented to a sheep producer who has made substantial contributions to the sheep industry and its organizations in his/her state, region or nation. Nominees should be recognized as industry leaders with nominations spelling out the candidates' contributions to the industry and its producers.

Camptender Award - recognizing industry contributions from a professional in a position or field related to sheep production. Nominees should show a strong commitment to the sheep industry and significant contributions to the industry, its organizations and its producers above and beyond that called for in his/her professional capacity.

Flock Guardian Award - acknowledges outstanding management of resources to enhance flock operations. The award may be given to a producer or industry professional who works directly with producers and who has adapted innovative management techniques with positive benefits in the areas of predator control, grazing or water management.

Shepherd's Voice Award for Print Media - recognition for outstanding year-long print coverage of the sheep industry for media not directly related to the sheep industry. The award excludes publications related solely to the sheep industry, recognizing general publications for excellence in covering sheep industry issues.

Shepherd's Voice Award for Broadcast Media - tribute for outstanding yearlong broadcast coverage of the sheep industry (both television and radio are included in this category). Nominees may be stations, networks or specific reporters exhibiting a strong commitment to balanced reporting and consistent coverage of the sheep industry at the local, statewide and/or national level.

Environmental Stewardship Award - recognizing individuals actively involved in sheep production who have shown an extraordinary commitment to caring for natural resources and thereby enhancing the environment.

Nominations must be received at the ASI office by Nov. 20, 2007. Please note that past award recipients are not eligible. Awards will be presented at the ASI convention, Jan. 24-26, 2008, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Nomination forms can be downloaded from the ASI Web site, www.sheepusa.org, by clicking on the "2008 Award Program Details" link on the home page or by calling or e-mailing ASI at (303) 771-3500, info@sheepusa.org.

ASI is a national organization supported by 44 state sheep associations, benefiting the interests of more than 69,000 sheep producers.

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