Exceptional Mississippi State faculty and staff are being honored with annual awards recognizing their outstanding teaching, mentoring and advising at the university.
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I m surprised, he said.
Byrd addressed fellow cotton specialists from 17 states across the Cotton Belt who evaluate and select the award recipient based on a number of considerations, including exceptional leadership and outstanding industry service. Thank you. I don t think I deserve it, Byrd said. It means a lot.
Byrd also referenced previous winners. There are a lot of big names on that list. I ve always thought of that list as the cream of the crop. I don t think I belong on it but hopefully one day I ll earn it. I appreciate it.
He also thanked BASF. I appreciate everything BASF does for us. It means a lot, he said. I appreciate y all having this opportunity for us.