More than 1,000
students and adults took part in the statewide contest, which had "celebrating
a century of Georgia agriculture; a review of its past and my vision for
the future" as its theme. The participants were honored at the state
Capitol March 21.
First, second
and third place winners in all categories were awarded cash prizes of
$100, $50 and $25, respectively. Winners were presented medals and certificates
from Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin.
Agriculture
Day honors the contributions of farmers and those in agriculture. The
ceremony was highlighted by an appearance of Gov. Roy Barnes, who read
and signed a proclamation declaring March 21 Agriculture Day in Georgia.
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