National Friend of the Farrier of the Year
The National Friend of the Farrier of the Year Award has been created to honor the accomplishments and commitment as a "friend" of the farrier. This person could be a manufacturer, distributor, retailer, veterinarian, service provider, or any other person who is not either a farrier or a farrier apprentice. The National Friend of the Farrier of the Year must be a resident of the United States and also work in the United States.Nominees for the National Friend of the Farrier should demonstrate exceptional mentorship within and beyond the farrier trade and a strong commitment to promoting continuing education to the farrier and equine industry.
Nominees must be residents of the United States.
Previous recipients of the National Friend of the Farrier Award include:
| 2024 | JEREMY McGOVERN Milwaukee, Wisconsin Former Executive Editor, American Farriers Journal/Lessiter Media |  |
| 2025 | BRYAN QUINSEY West Palm Beach, Florida Former Executive Director, American Farrier's Association, American & International Association of Professional Farriers, and Sales/Marketing for Farrier Product Distribution |  |
In addition, the National Farrier of the Year Awards Program will also recognize the Farrier of the Year and the Farrier Apprentice of the Year.
Sponsors of the National Farrier of the Year Program includes:To make application or to nominate a Friend of the Farrier using our online form, please CLICK HERE