Nominations are open for the 2021 Iowa Conservation Farmer of the Year award. The statewide award honors an Iowa farmer who has a proven track record of excellence in soil conservation and water quality improvements and is committed to long-term land and water protection.

The award has been co-sponsored by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) since 1952. The 2021 winner will receive free use of a John Deere 6E Series utility tractor for up to 12 months or 200 hours of use. The prize, valued at more than $12,000, is sponsored annually by Van Wall Equipment of Perry and John Deere.

Nominations are due to the Clayton Soil & Water Conservation District office by May 1, 2021. Visit www.iowafarmbureau.com for complete details.