STATEHOUSE (Aug. 17, 2023) – Henry County farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years were recently honored with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond).
"The agriculture industry plays a key role at the local, state and national level, and it starts with families like these who work hard day in and day out," Criswell said. "This award is a testament to their dedication and fortitude, and I thank them for their continued work for our community."
The Reddington Farm, in operation since 1902, received the centennial award, and the Hernly Farm, in operation since 1844, received centennial and sesquicentennial awards.
"Owning and operating a family farm for more than a century takes unwavering dedication and plays a key role in helping our communities and state thrive," Raatz said. "I wish these families continued success and thank them for their long-term support of Indiana agriculture."
Farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100, 150 and 200 years can qualify for centennial, sesquicentennial or bicentennial Hoosier Homestead awards.
These farm families were among 103 awardees recently recognized at the Indiana State Fair for their commitment to agriculture.
Hoosier Homestead award ceremonies are conducted yearly in the spring and summer to commemorate farm families for their legacies and contributions to Indiana's agriculture industry. Since the program started in 1976, the state has honored more than 6,000 farms with this designation.
For more information on the Hoosier Homestead Award Program and to nominate a farm, visit in.gov/isda. Nominations for the March 2024 ceremony are due by Nov. 1.
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State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) represents House District 54,
which includes portions of Hancock, Henry, Rush and Shelby counties.
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State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond) represents Senate District 27, which includes
Henry, Union and Wayne counties, and portions of Franklin County.
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