David E. Wood Receives National Meat Association's E. Floyd Forbes Award

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David E. Wood, chairman of Harris Ranch Beef Co. in Selma, has been honored with the National Meat Association's E. Floyd Forbes Award, recognizing his outstanding service to the association and the meat industry. This prestigious award, the organization's highest honor, was presented to Wood in recognition of his dedication and contributions. Wood has had a long and distinguished career in the industry, serving in various roles and receiving numerous accolades.

Key Takeaways:

  • David E. Wood was presented the National Meat Association's E. Floyd Forbes Award, the organization's highest honor, for his outstanding service to the association and the meat industry.
  • Wood has served in various leadership positions, including president and chairman of the board of Western States Meat Packers Association, chairman of the beef committee, and chairman of the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board.
  • He has also been recognized with several other awards, including the Cattle Business of the Century Award from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Environmental Stewardship Award.
  • Wood graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, with a bachelor of science degree in animal science, and began his career with Harris Ranch in 1970.
  • Wood received congratulatory letters from Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., and Rep. Jim Costa, D-Fresno, for his achievement.
  • Wood's award was also recognized in the Congressional Record by Rep. Jim Costa.

Statistics:

  • Wood has over 40 years of experience in the meat industry, beginning his career in 1970.
  • He has served as president and chairman of the board of Western States Meat Packers Association.
  • Wood has been recognized with at least four major awards in his career, including the Cattle Business of the Century Award and two other notable awards.

Sources:

  • (c) 2006, The Fresno Bee, Calif.
  • Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News