About This Nomination

Thank you for taking the time to recognize a dairy operation that is making a positive impact on Kentucky's dairy industry.

Please complete the nomination form below. Nominations will be reviewed according to the criteria established for the Kentucky Dairy Farm of the Year Award.

    2026 Kentucky Dairy Farm of the Year Award Nomination Form

    Farm Information

    Nominator Information

    Award Questions

    Question 1 -
    ​Leadership & People

    Question 2 -
    ​Herd Performance & Milk Quality
    ​Describe how the farm's owners, family members, employees, and management team contribute to the success of the operation. Include examples of leadership, employee development, succession planning, community involvement, workplace culture, or workforce retention.

    Question 3 -
    ​Farm Management & Continuous Improvement

    Describe management practices, recordkeeping, technology adoption, forage management, environmental stewardship, innovation, and efforts to strengthen the operation over time.
    Describe the farm's commitment to cow care, milk quality, herd health, production performance, reproduction, and continuous improvement.
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    Supporting Documentation (Optional)
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    ​Additional pages may be attached. Photos are encouraged but not required. Supporting documents may be included.
    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB

    Agreement
Kentucky Dairy Development Council
​176 Pasadena Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
859-516-1129