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The 2024 World Potato Congress Industry Awards are set to recognize the remarkable achievements of individuals who have devoted their lives to advancing the potato industry. As announced by Dr. Peter VanderZaag, President of the World Potato Congress Inc. (WPC), nominations are now open for this prestigious honor.
About the Industry Award: The Industry Award, a highlight of the international potato scene, acknowledges a lifetime of contributions to the potato industry. Typically honoring 3-5 outstanding individuals, the ceremony is a crucial event during the World Potato Congress. The upcoming Congress is scheduled to take place in Adelaide, Australia, from June 23-26, 2024.
How to Make a Nomination: If you wish to propose a nominee for the Industry Award, please follow these guidelines:
- Industry Award Proposer Information:
- Provide your full name, professional status, and contact information (email and telephone number).
- Avoid write-in campaigns in support of your nominee, as support letters will not influence the decision-making process.
- Nominee Information:
- Include the nominee’s full name, contact details (email and telephone number), career outline, and reasons why the nominee deserves the Industry Award (maximum 250 words).
Nomination Submission: Email the nomination information to the Executive Director of the WPC at info@potatocongress.org.
Nomination Review and Decision: The Industry Awards Committee will review all applications and recommend potential award recipients to the WPC Board of Directors for final approval.
Nomination Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the close of business on March 27, 2024.
We anticipate your participation and enthusiasm. The official announcement of award recipients will take place at the World Potato Congress in Australia in June 2024.
Conclusion: The World Potato Congress Industry Awards stand as a testament to the remarkable contributions of individuals shaping the potato industry’s future. The global community eagerly awaits the revelations of these exceptional contributors during the upcoming Congress in Adelaide.
