Awards

The Gold Medal of the SASCP is regarded as the highest award that can be granted to members in recognition of exceptional scientific achievement. Fully motivated nominations (proposed by one Full Member and seconded by two Full Members) must reach the Secretary at least six months prior to the next congress. A decision to confer the Gold Medal award shall be made by the Council.

A properly motivated proposal for the nomination of an Honorary Member, supported by at least two Full Members, may be submitted at any time to the Secretary, who must table the proposal at the next meeting of the Council. The proposed Honorary Member shall be elected, by a two-third majority of members present at the Council meeting following the one at which the nomination was tabled. Except in…

Fellows of the Society are highly regarded Full Members who made a significant contribution to the Society for at least 7 years. Not more than four members per year may be appointed as fellows. Fully motivated nominations (proposed by one Full Member and seconded by two Full Members) must reach the Secretary at least six months prior to the next congress. A decision to confer Fellowship shall be…

This will be awarded to a person who made a huge contribution to the agricultural industry in any of the societies

At the Combined Congress, multiple awards were presented by the South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP) to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of agricultural sciences. The event brought together the South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP), Soil Science Society of South Africa (SSSSA), and Southern African Society for Horticultural Sciences (SASHS). These awards…

A student award in crop production is a specific accolade given to students who demonstrate exceptional achievements in the field of crop production. Such awards can be given by academic institutions, industry organisations, or professional societies to recognise and promote excellence in agricultural science and practice.