The Potato Association of AmericaMembershipAwardsExtension Project Nomination

Outstanding Extension Project Award Nomination​

​About the Award

The Outstanding Extension Project Award was established by the Extension Section of The Potato Association of ​America (PAA) to recognize exceptional Extension projects or programs that have significantly contributed to potato education. Eligible projects may include printed publications, websites, workshops, newsletters, or other impactful initiatives. The Selection Committee will review and selected the project to be awarded. 

Honor bestowed

Awardees receive a suitably inscribed​ plaque and are recognized and celebrated during the award ceremony at the PAA annual meeting. 

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Eligibility and Nomination Requirements

PAA Membership and Annual Meeting Requirements

  • ​The nominated Recipient must be a current PAA member in good standing.
  • For team nominations, at least one person must be a current PAA member in good standing.
  • Nominators are not required to be PAA members.
  • The Recipient is required to attend the PAA Annual Meeting to receive the award, unless exempted by the Selection Committee because of extenuating circumstances.

Project/Program Scope

  • ​The project or program must be related to Extension type activities.
  • Project must be either ongoing at the time of the PAA 2026 Annual Meeting or completed within the last 30 months (2.5 years) prior to the PAA Annual Meeting.

Nomination Packet Requirements

  • Project or Program Title
  • Project Authors or Coordinators
  • Project highlights, impact, and outcomes
  • ​A written review (up to 1,000 words) detailing the specific project or program's contribution and/or impact to potato education through Extension. (pdf file)
  • Two letters of support (pdf files​)
All required materials to be submitted using the online nomination form. Nominations will open February 2026. 

​Selection Committee and Review Process

  • ​A maximum of one Outstanding Extension Project Award may be presented annually at the PAA Annual Meeting.
  • The Selection Committee consists of the current officers of the PAA Extension Section and the past Extension Section chair, who will serve as Chair of the Outstanding Extension Project Award Selection Committee.