News Service Awards

The NAFB News Service Awards are presented annually at the NAFB Convention each November. The awards are selected by the NAFB News Service Editor, recognizing broadcaster contributions to the NAFB News Service throughout the year.

John Deere has been the sponsor of the awards since their inclusion in the NAFB Awards Luncheon program.

2024 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Stephanie Hoff
Mid-West Farm Report Network

Editor's Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Riley Smith
Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network

Editor's Choice:
Todd Gleason
University of Illinois/WILL

2023 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Stephanie Hoff
Mid-West Farm Report Network

Editor's Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Bob Larson
Ag Information Network

Editor's Choice:
C.J. Miller
Hoosier Ag Today

2022 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Brian Winnekins
WRDN Radio

Editor’s Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Glenn Vaagen
Pacific Northwest Ag Network

Editor’s Choice:
Brent Adams
Rural Strong Media

2021 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Ron Hays
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network

Editor’s Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Brent Barnett
Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network

Editor’s Choice:
Brian Winnekins
WRDN Radio

2020 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Glenn Vaagen
Pacific Northwest Ag Network

Editor’s Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Todd Gleason
University of Illinois – WILLAG.org

Editor’s Choice:
Ron Hays
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network

2019 Honorees
Excellence in Ag Reporting:
Max Armstrong
Farm Progress/WGN Radio

Editor’s Choice for Exceptional Merit:
Brian Winnekins
WRDN Radio

Editor’s Choice:
Glenn Vaagen
Washington Ag Network