MACON, Ga. – Colquitt County Farm Bureau (CCFB) was recognized as one of the top county Farm Bureau programs in the state during the organization’s 80th annual convention held on Jekyll Island Dec. 3-5.

The county chapter was named a finalist for the prestigious McKemie Award — the highest honor that a county Farm Bureau in the state can receive — in recognition of the activities it sponsored during the past year to promote agriculture.

CCFB was one of 11 county Farm Bureaus to be recognized as a finalist in the large membership category. Stanley Bass is the CCFB president.

Founded in 1937, the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation is the state’s largest general farm organization with 158 county chapters. As a membership-driven, nongovernmental organization, GFB serves as the voice of Georgia farmers and rural Georgia by advocating for them on legislative issues and promoting Georgia commodities. Its volunteer members actively participate in activities that promote agriculture awareness.

GFB membership is open to the public and offers a wide variety of benefits, including insurance and discounts for health services, travel and family entertainment. Enrollment in any of the member benefits is optional and not a requirement for membership.

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