Nominations are now being accepted for the 2015 class of the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame.
The nomination deadline is Nov. 6.
The Agriculture Hall of Fame recognizes Arkansans who are or have contributed significantly to the state’s largest industry, while spotlighting their contributions to the state’s economic development. Since its first class was selected in 1987, a total of 148 men and women have been inducted.
Butch Calhoun, chairman of the hall of fame, says anyone can nominate a person believed worthy for the honor.
“The history of Arkansas agriculture is filled with great men and women,” Calhoun said. “The role of the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame is to honor the worthy individuals who made a profound impact on Arkansas agriculture.”
Last year’s inductees include James Baker of Conway, James Bibler of Russellville, Billy Ray Nix (deceased) of Ash Flat, Bruce Oakley (deceased) of North Little Rock and John Ed Regenold of Blytheville.
The Farm Bureau Center in Little Rock houses the hall of fame, which is sponsored by the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and Arkansas Farm Bureau.
More information and nomination forms are available here or by calling 501-228-1470.
The induction ceremony for the next class will be March 4, 2016 in Little Rock.
