House Resolution No. 6, introduced by the Agricultural Affairs Committee, recognizes and honors Paige Nelson for her significant contributions to Idaho's agricultural community. The resolution highlights the importance of young farmers and ranchers in sustaining Idaho's agricultural heritage and future. It notes that Paige Nelson received the prestigious 2024 Idaho Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award, which allowed her to represent Idaho at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention in January 2025, where she placed among the top three competitors nationally. Her work, including published articles and presentations, has inspired many young individuals to engage in agriculture and has strengthened the connection between urban and rural communities.
The resolution commends Paige Nelson for her dedication to agriculture, her family's five generations of farming and ranching heritage, and her role as a powerful advocate for Idaho agriculture. It emphasizes her achievements as a fifth-generation agricultural leader and the honor she brings to Jefferson County and the state of Idaho. The House of Representatives expresses its pride in her accomplishments and directs the Chief Clerk to forward a copy of the resolution to Paige Nelson in recognition of her exemplary service to the agricultural community.