Award Programs

The Maryland Dairy Shrine strives to honor past and present leaders of the Maryland dairy industry and inspire future leaders through recognition and scholarships.

Applications for considerations of the next year's recipients for all awards are due to the committee by October 15th the year prior.

Dairy of Distinction

Recognizes the hard work and dedication of dairy owner / operators who have attractive, well-kept farms and promote a good dairy industry image.

Guest of Honor

Recognizes past and present leaders in the Maryland dairy industry.

Scholarships

Rewards active youth in the Maryland dairy industry through the Maryland Dairy Shrine scholarship and the Mid-MD Dairy Vets scholarship. 

Young Dairy Leader

Recognizes future leaders in the Maryland dairy industry.