Those who have contributed much to the agriculture, forestry, and family life in West Virginia and the nation soon will have the opportunity to be recognized.

Nominations will be accepted through February 15 for induction into the West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame (WVAFHF). The WVAFHF is devoted to honoring those who have made outstanding contributions to the agriculture, forestry, and family life in West Virginia and the nation. Membership is composed mainly of West Virginia agriculture and forestry organizations.

Enshrinees are selected from open nominations and will be honored at the annual induction banquet on Saturday, July 7, 2001.

Nomination forms are available by contacting Brenda Aldridge, WVU Extension Service, at 293-5691; Denise Hunnell, WVU Davis College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Consumer Sciences, at 293-2395; Sherry Barnette, West Virginia Forestry Association, at 372-1955; LeVera Gillum, West Virginia Farm Bureau, at 472-2080, ext. 20; or the West Virginia Department of Agriculture Commissioners Office at 558-2201.