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Please join us on Thursday, November 19th, to honor the best in 2026 McLean County Agriculture at the McLean County Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Awards Dinner presented by GROWMARK. 

Social Hour will begin at 5:30pm, with Dinner and Program beginning at 6:30pm. 

Open Seating | Tables Seat Ten | Business Casual Attire

2026 Award Recipients
The Outstanding Conservationist Award - Dale Kauffman
Sponsored by McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District
Recognizes a person who has helped to advance the knowledge and practice of soil and water conservation. This award is considered by the McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District.

The Emerging Leader in Agriculture Award - Adalyn Solomonson
Sponsored by Commerce Bank
Recognizes a young professional, high school, or college student engaged in non-production agriculture who has served to improve agriculture through civic and community activities. This award is considered by the Ag Council.

The Outstanding Person in Agribusiness Award - Adam McVey
Sponsored by GROWMARK
Recognizes a business person who has served to improve agriculture through civic and community activities. This award is considered by the Ag Council.

The Outstanding Service to Agriculture Award - Jeff Hake
Sponsored by Compass Insurance Partners
Recognizes an individual from the McLean County area for contributions to the cause of agriculture in our community. This award is considered by the Ag Council.

The Outstanding Young Farmer Award - Megan King
Sponsored by McLean County Farm Bureau
Recognizes a young farmer 40 and under who has been actively involved in civic and community affairs in an effort to promote and improve agriculture. This award is considered by the Ag Council.

The McLean County Farmer of the Year Award- To Be Announced at Event
Sponsored by COUNTRY Financial
Recognizes a farmer who has been actively involved in civic and community affairs in an effort to promote and improve agriculture. This award is considered by the Ag Council.