RAPID CITY, SD – The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo is currently seeking nominations for the annual Stockman’s Banquet and Ball awards program. Awards are presented in three categories – Stockman of the Year, the Silver Spur Hall-of-Fame Award, and Agri-Business Person of the Year.

Stockman of the Year is a person who represents the true nature of ranching and is an active supporter of the livestock industry in our region.

The Silver Spur Award recognizes an individual who has shown a long-term commitment in supporting the promotion of agriculture and ranching.

The Agri-Business Person of the Year recognizes the person or business which has exhibited exemplary work in supporting our regional agriculture programs.

Applications are due to the Central States Fair Office by Friday, Oct. 10th. For an application or more information on the Black Hills Stock Show and the Stockman’s Banquet and Ball awards please contact the Central States Fair Office at 605-355-3861 or go online at http://www.blackhillsstockshow.com.