Available to members or non-members, this award recognizes the contributions of an individual that has given their time and resources to support and grow the horticulture industry in New Jersey

2024 - William Errickson, Rutgers Ag Agent

2023 - Barry Draycott, Tech Terra Environmental

2022 - Joel Flagler, Rutgers Agricultural Extension Agent, Bergen County

2021 - Timothy J. Waller, PhD. Agricultural Agent III

2020 - Brian Oleksak, County College of Morris

2019 - Wayne Dubin, Bartlett Tree Experts

2018 - Jeanne Geremia, The Garden Club of New Jersey, President Elect

2017 - John Patten, PBI Gordon & NJGIC President

2016 - Jim Johnson, Cooperative Extension of Cumberland County

2015 - Laura Deprado, Final Touch Plantscaping LLC

2014 - Bruce Crawford, Rutgers University (Rutgers Gardens)

2013 - Ray Samulis – Rutgers Co-op Extension

2012 - Steve Rettke – Rutgers University

2011 - Keith MacIndoe – Johnson Farms