40 Under 40 Nominations

The Fruit + Vegetable 40 Under 40 Awards are back for their 8th year, honoring the top young professionals making a difference in our industry! Do you know someone who’s driving innovation, leading with passion, and shaping the future of fruit and vegetable production?

Nominate them today — or nominate yourself!

Eligible Candidates
•Growers
•Farm Marketers
•Shippers/Packers
•Extension Agents
•Researchers
•Crop Consultants/Advisors
•Manufacturers/Suppliers
•Processors
•Trade Show Management
•Association Leaders
•Government Agencies

Criteria
•Under the age of 40 (as of June 10, 2026)
•Currently employed within the fruit + vegetable industry
•Demonstrates leadership qualities
•Strives to propel the industry forward through involvement and innovation

DEADLINE: JUNE 5

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FGN 40 Under 40 Nominations

Nominee Name*
First Last
Nominee Company/Org Title*
Nominee Title/Job*
Nominee Company/Organization Name*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Nominee Email Address*
Nominee Daytime Phone/Cell Phone*
Age as of June 10, 2026*
Has your nominee ever been honored as a 40 Under 40 winner?*
- No
- Yes
- Unsure
Provide brief statement detailing the nominee’s accomplishments and why he or she should be considered:*
Please describe how the nominee embodies the criteria qualities:*
Supporting Materials – Please attach up to three supporting materials for the nominee (resume, images, news article, etc.)
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, docx, doc, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, docx, doc, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, docx, doc, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Is the nominee aware of this nomination? Please note: If selected, the nominee will be notified directly.*
- Yes
- No
Nominated By
Nominated By (Name):*
Company/Organization Name*
Email Address*
Daytime Phone / Cell Phone*
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