Billy Max Moore Award: The National Association of Institutional Agribusiness (NAIA) is fortunate to represent a workforce of productive and dedicated public sector employees. Far too often, nonetheless, the efforts and accomplishments of outstanding workers go unrecognized. The Board of Directors believe there should be a national annual award that encourages and rewards the exemplary performance of staff actively engaged in institutional agribusiness.
This award has been named in honor of Billy Max Moore, who was an employee of the Texas Department of Corrections from 1968 to 1981. Mr. Moore was farm manager of the Ellis Unit, and an active member of the NAIA. Mr. Moore lost his life in the line of duty on April 4, 1981.
It is in recognition of his supreme sacrifice and in commemoration of his service to the Texas Department of Corrections and institutional agribusiness that the Board of Directors dedicates this award.
This award is designed to focus attention on the degree to which excellence exists in our profession and to recognize outstanding performance by the candidate selected as the annual recipient. Nominations will be accepted for individuals who have demonstrated outstanding performance in contributing to the achievement of the agribusiness programs goals and objectives. The Executive Directors will then select one individual who will receive the annual award in recognition of his/her accomplishments.
SCHOLARSHIPS: National Association of Institutional Agribusiness Scholarship
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The National Association of Institutional Agribusiness (NAIA) values the importance of educating the future leaders in Agribusiness. Each year NAIA awards scholarships to qualified recipients. These individuals are recognized during the annual conference.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be a graduating senior or a graduate at the time of application. If the applicant does not graduate as scheduled, he/she must withdraw from the scholarship competition. The applicant may re-submit the following year.
- A family member who is a current member of NAIA and in good standing must sponsor the applicant.
- A member in good standing may submit more than one applicant.
- Applicants must be pursuing either part-time or full-time bachelor or graduate degree at the college or university.
- Applicant must complete the application form and provide all required attachments.
- Incomplete application packages will not be accepted.
Requirements:
Each applicant must submit the following materials:
- An original, complete application form.
- A personal résumé, 2-3 pages in length, including future goals and objectives.
- A short essay on “What impact agriculture has had on you or your family”.
- An official high school transcript.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation from a non-family member.
Scholarship Details:
- First time applicants take precedence over previous awarded recipients.
- The scholarship shall be applied to the next term following receipt.
- Scholarship funds must be deposited with an accredited college or university and applied toward the student’s tuition and/or related academic expenses.
- Scholarship funds awarded may vary based on the number of applicants and funds available. Typical awards range from $500 to $1,000 per applicant.
Email the entire scholarship package to Amy Pataluna at apataluna@nationalcia.org Please make sure that all requirements are included in your packet. Please contact Amy Pataluna with any questions. The deadline for the scholarship application is June 6, 2025. Applications will be screened and selected by the Board of Directors. The recipient will be notified prior to the annual conference.
