STATEHOUSE (Aug. 31, 2021) – The Kiefer Farm in Adams County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1882, according to State Rep. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) and State Sen. Travis Holdman (R-Markle).
"Farming is an integral part of our economy and heritage, and it's important to honor the longstanding dedication of these families," Lehman said. "We all depend so much on the agriculture industry, and we are very grateful for Hoosier farmers who work hard every day to support their families and feed the world."
This Kiefer Farm was among 73 recognized at the Indiana State Fair for their commitment to Indiana agriculture.
"It is important to recognize families who have successfully operated a farm for so many years," Holdman said. "I applaud the Kiefer family for their dedication to farming, and I wish them a prosperous future."
The Hoosier Homestead Award Program recognizes farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more. Families can qualify for centennial, sesquicentennial or bicentennial awards.
Each year, two awards ceremonies are held in the spring and summer commemorating the achievements of farm families across the state. For more information on the Hoosier Homestead Award Program, visit in.gov/isda.
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Photos from the ceremony are posted to ISDA's Flickr page.
State Sen. Travis Holdman (R-Markle) represents Senate District 19,
which includes all or portions of Adams, Blackford, Grant, Huntington, Jay and Wells counties.
Click here for a high-resolution photo of Holdman.
State Rep. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) represents House District 79,
which includes all of Adams County and portions of Allen and Wells counties.
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