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Recognizing Excellence in Ontario’s Beef Sector
Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) offers and supports three annual awards celebrating environmental stewardship, pasture management and research that contribute to a strong, sustainable beef sector. Recipients are recognized at BFO’s Annual General Meeting each February.
The Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA)
Presented by BFO since 1995, TESA recognizes Ontario beef farmers who demonstrate leadership in conservation. Applicants and nominees are evaluated on their stewardship practices, accomplishments and goals.
Ontario Pasture Award
Sponsored by BFO, DLF and the Ontario Forage Council, this award recognizes a beef farmer who demonstrates effective use of resources through pasture selection and management.
Dr. Ira Mandell Research Award
This BFO award recognizes exceptional research that advances knowledge, innovation and sustainability in Ontario’s beef sector. Eligible candidates are Master’s and PhD researchers at recognized universities whose work is relevant to Ontario beef production and supported by an academic supervisor or principal investigator.