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2020Soil and Water Conservation SocietyAward Winners
HUGH HAMMOND BENNETT AWARDIn recognition of extraordinary accomplishments in the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources."Dr. Steiner has an outstanding record of conservationresearch in irrigated and dryland/rainfed cropping systems,residue management and systems research in semi-arid, subhumid and humid climates. She is a globally recognizedexpert.” - Dr. Steve EvettJean Steiner
FELLOW AWARDIn recognition of Society members who have performed exceptional service in advocating the conservation ofsoil, water, and related natural resources.“Mr. Gross has built an outstanding National and Internationalreputation in the management of soil and water resources relatedto nutrient management, specifically nitrogen, technology toolsand technology transfer.” - Jeffrey S. StrockChris Gross
FELLOW AWARDIn recognition of Society members who have performed exceptional service in advocating the conservation ofsoil, water, and related natural resources."Lobb's work has challenged traditional thinking as hisinvestigations bring forth new evidence about erosion, erosionprocesses and environmental impacts." - Source: SCCC news releasefor induction Dr. David Lobb to SCCC conservation Hall of FameDavid Lobb
FELLOW AWARDIn recognition of Society members who have performed exceptional service in advocating the conservation ofsoil, water, and related natural resources.“Dr. Osmond has organized otherwise disparate groups ofextension and research experts into unified, powerful, coherentvoices that are listened to, and followed by, decision makers instate and federal agencies, shaping, modern conservation andnutrient management strategies.” - Richard McLaughlinDeanna Osmond
CONSERVATION INNOVATION AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.“The Sullivan family farming operation is truly a testament to conservation-basedproduction agriculture and stewardship; their willingness to open their operation up toresearch as well as the adoption of innovative production methods and conservationactivities all support Mike and Ryan's goal of leaving this family operation better thanwhen they began farming and 100% sustainable so that future generations can carry on.“ Britt Morrison, USDA-NRCS, ArkansasRice Irrigation Water Management Field Day Team
CONSERVATION INNOVATION AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.“This could be the very best thing for farmers and non-farmers aliketo come down the pike in decades.” - Quote from the 2019 STRIPSCollaborator Survey conducted by Iowa State University SociologistProfessor J. ArbuckleScience-Based Trials of Rowcrops Integrated with Prairie Strips
HAROLD AND KAY SCHOLL EXCELLENCE INCONSERVATION AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.“Effective, dedicated, committed, creative, and results oriented;those are the exact words The Iowa Department of Agriculture andLand Stewardship (IDALS) would use to describe Neil Shaffer andhis approach to his job as a Watershed Project Coordinator for theHoward SWCD.”Neil Shaffer
CONSERVATION PROFESSIONALOF THE YEAR AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.“Jay has been globally considered an expert on soil health andregenerative agriculture for the last 20 years.” - Richard Webb,North Dakota SWCS Awards ChairJay Fuhrer
75TH ANNIVERSARY CONSERVATION PROFESSIONAL OFTHE YEAR HONORABLE MENTIONIn recognition for outstanding accomplishments in practicing and advancing the science and art of natural resourceconservation in honor of the Soil and Water Conservation Society’s 75th Anniversary.Cari WilliamsHerb WintersJames CulverKrista KirkhamNorm Helzer
SOCIETY SERVICE AWARDIn recognition of Society members for service to their chapter or to the Society.“Dr. Hugh Brown has served the Society in five chapters and left alasting impact on the success of each state chapter.” - Gerald Miller,SWCS MemberHugh Brown
SOCIETY SERVICE AWARDIn recognition of Society members for service to their chapter or to the Society."Sharon's unflinching dedication and leadership to both the Illinoisand national SWCS chapters has been an inspiration to watch.SWCS is stronger because of Sharon."- Ryan Smith, 2019 IllinoisSWCS Chapter PresidentSharon Hartzold
CHAIR’S LEADERSHIP AWARDIn recognition of exemplary assistance in helping to carry out the goals and objectives ofthe Soil and Water Conservation Society.“Under Clare’s leadership, there have been great accomplishments,but it is her tireless energy, positive attitude and true passion forconservation that makes her a joy to follow.” – Rex Martin, SWCSBoard ChairClare Lindahl
CHAIR’S LEADERSHIP AWARDIn recognition of exemplary assistance in helping to carry out the goals and objectives ofthe Soil and Water Conservation Society.“There have been a total of 42 symposiums, with tremendousimpact presented at both societies, SWCS and SSSA. Jeff has put ina great amount of work the past six years to put together 12 ofthose symposiums.” – Jorge DelgadoJeff Strock
CHAIR’S LEADERSHIP AWARDIn recognition of exemplary assistance in helping to carry out the goals and objectives ofthe Soil and Water Conservation Society.“Juan has made substantial contributions to improving the Journal inquality and tremendous impacts in the seven years he volunteeredwith the Journal.” – Jorge DelgadoJuan Herrera
CHAIR’S LEADERSHIP AWARDIn recognition of exemplary assistance in helping to carry out the goals and objectives ofthe Soil and Water Conservation Society.“The Keystone Chapter was instrumental in hosting the 2019International Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.The Society could not have held such a successful event withouttheir contribution and support at the local level.” – CourtneyAllen, SWCS Event and Professional Development DirectorKeystone Chapter
CONSERVATION RESEARCH AWARDIn recognition of Society members or teams of members whose research has led to exceptional improvements in soilconservation, water conservation, and/or related natural resources research.“Dr. Arbuckle's work has been, and continues to be, absolutelyessential in the effective delivery of NRCS' programs, services andoutreach activities, and to the nation's overall voluntaryconservation and soil health effort.” - Ron Nichols, USDA NRCS SoilHealth Communications Director (retired)J. Arbuckle
CONSERVATION RESEARCH AWARDIn recognition of Society members or teams of members whose research has led to exceptional improvements in soilconservation, water conservation, and/or related natural resources research."Dr. Gilley has made outstanding contributions to Nebraskaagriculture.“ - Nebraska Section of the American Society ofAgricultural and Biological EngineersJohn Gilley
CONSERVATION RESEARCH AWARDIn recognition of Society members or teams of members whose research has led to exceptional improvements in soilconservation, water conservation, and/or related natural resources research."Dr. Mark Tomer's research and outreach has had a greater favorableimpact on soil and water resources in the US than virtually any othercurrent practicing soil scientist." - Richard Cruse, Iowa Water CenterDirector and Professor of Agronomy at Iowa State UniversityMark Tomer
JSWC BEST RESEARCH PAPER FOR IMPACTAND QUALITY AWARDIn recognition of the impact and quality of the following research paper:Arbuckle, J.G., and G. Roesch-McNally. 2015. Cover crop adoption in Iowa:The role of perceived practice characteristics. Journal of Soil and WaterConservation 70(6):418-429, doi:10.2489/jswc.70.6.418.
JSWC BEST RESEARCH PAPER FOR IMPACTAND QUALITY HONORABLE MENTIONIn recognition of the impact and quality of the following research paper:Lal, R. 2015. Soil carbon sequestration and aggregation by cover cropping.Journal of Soil and Water Conservation 70(6):329-339,doi:10.2489/jswc.70.6.329.
JSWC EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD WINNERIn recognition of the following article of excellence appearing in the “A” Section of the Journal of Soil and WaterConservation in the previous year:Sharpley, A., M.J. Helmers, P. Kleinman, K. King, A. Leytem, and N.Nelson. 2019. Managing crop nutrients to achieve water quality goals.Journal of Soil and Water Conservation 74(5):91A-101A.
JSWC EDITOR’S CHOICEHONORABLE MENTIONIn recognition of the following article of excellence appearing in the “A” Section of the Journal of Soil and WaterConservation in the previous year:Fleming, P.M., D.J. Merritts, and R.C. Walter 2019. Legacy sedimenterosion hot spots: A cost- effective approach for targeting water qualityimprovements. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation 74(4):67A-73A.
JSWC ASSOCIATE EDITOR EXCELLENCE AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.Daniel Moriasi
JSWC ASSOCIATE EDITOR EXCELLENCE AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.Gretchen Sassenrath
JSWC ASSOCIATE EDITOR EXCELLENCE AWARDIn recognition for advocating the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources.Zeyuan Qiu
CHAPTER ACHIEVEMENT AWARDIn recognition of chapters for significant achievements through a single activity conducted during the year.California Nevada ChapterHoosier ChapterIowa ChapterLand of Lincoln ChapterMontana Chapter
OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARDIn recognition for the chapters success in carrying out its overall program during the past year.Arizona ChapterMichigan ChapterCalifornia Nevada ChapterNational Capital ChapterHoosier ChapterNebraska ChapterIowa ChapterNorth Dakota ChapterSouthern New England Chapter
WiN CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR AWARDin recognition of an outstanding woman/farmer/producer/conservationist.Sara Creech
WiN AWARD OF EXCELLENCE RECIPIENTIn recognition of an individual woman who, over a period of time, have contributed substantially and creatively to ourNatural Resources Conservation profession.Karen Brinkman
SWCS OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERThank you for your dedication as the SWCS At-Large Director!Bruce Knight
SWCS OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERThank you for your dedication as the SWCS Northeast Regional Director!Wendi Goldsmith
SWCS OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERThank you for your dedication as an SWCS Northwest Regional Director!Don Wysocki
CONGRATULATIONS!
In recognition of extraordinary accomplishments in the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources. "Dr. Steiner has an outstanding record of conservation research in irrigated and dryland/rainfed cropping systems, residue management and systems research in semi-arid, sub-humid and humid climates. She is a globally recognized
