Farm dogs play a special role on the farm. They can serve in a variety of roles, such as herding livestock or guarding livestock and property. Farm dogs also provide an invaluable source of companionship and joy to their families.
Many dogs take every step their farmers take as they complete their daily chores.
That’s why Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) is on a mission to recognize a few furry farm heroes through its 2024 Georgia Farm Dog Contest.
GFB will accept online entries to the contest until 10:59 p.m. May 1, or until 200 entries are received, whichever comes first. Judging for the contest will take place in May.
The 2024 Georgia Farm Dog Contest is open to GFB members ages 18 and over. For complete contest rules and judging criteria, visit online at gfb.org/24-ga-farm-dog.
The winner and finalists will be recognized in October at the 2024 Sunbelt Ag Expo. The grand prize winner will receive a $500 gift card and a cover feature in the organization’s Georgia Neighbors magazine.
Georgia farm dogs have some pretty amazing stories to tell and GFB is looking forward to telling them. Four runners-up will also be featured in an upcoming issue of Georgia Neighbors as finalists.
Georgia Farm Bureau is a grassroots organization dedicated to supporting the future of Georgia’s family farms and access to locally grown food and fiber.
Membership is open to everyone.