Awards & Scholarships

ASA honors and celebrates the achievements of those in the agronomic sciences to recognize excellence and leadership in research, education, industry achievement, and mentorship; and bestows the prestigious designation of Fellow.  In addition, ASA offers both graduate and undergraduate scholarships which recognizes students’ academic achievements and leadership.  Each year, we honor our award recipients at our Annual Meeting awards ceremonies, within our Hall of Fame display, and in the CSA News magazine.

Nominate a colleague who deserves to be recognized for their achievements (and all ASA awards also allow for self-nominations, including student scholarships, the Golden Opportunity and Greenfield Scholars program, and fellowships, with the exception of Fellows).  ASA also seeks and encourage nominations to reflect the diversity of our membership. Note: Self-nominations are able to see reference letters within the nomination packet. 

Ready to Start the Process? ASA 2024 Award Nominations open January 4!

  • Review ASA Award descriptions
  • Initiate the nomination by March 12, 4:00 pm Central
  • Enter required references – the references will receive email instructions to submit letters by March 19, 4:00 pm Central
  • Submit the nomination AND required number of reference letters (which must be done by March 19, 4:00 pm Central)

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Policies and Notes

Award committee members may not be a nominee, nominator or reference for the award for which their committee is responsible. They can participate in all other awards. View the ASA Boards of Directors specific policies regarding their eligibility.

To re-submit a nomination, go to the Award, click “Begin Nomination” then select the nomination to resubmit from the drop down.

It is best to use the Society's email address that we have on file. View the Member Directory to view the Society email address.

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