Since 1972, NASDA has conducted our annual honor awards program for employees of the state departments of agriculture. It has become an important part of our annual meeting program and gives recognition to outstanding professionals who work for NASDA members.

Congratulations to our 2024 NASDA Honor Awards Recipients:

James A. Graham Award for Outstanding Service: Hassey Brooks, Deputy Commissioner, Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries

Communications Award: Rebecca Eddy, Director of Communications, Connecticut Department of Agriculture 

Douglass – Irvin Administration Award: Cathy Weeks, Special Events Coordinator, Indiana Department of Agriculture

Ambassador’s Circle Award: Bill Northey, former Iowa Secretary of Agriculture