STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – Delaware County farms were recently honored by the state with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to local lawmakers.
The Cary Farm, in operation since 1919, received the centennial award, and the Whitehead Farm, in operation since 1910, received the centennial award.
"It’s an honor to recognize the Cary and Whitehead farms for reaching this impressive milestone," said State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown). "These families represent the strength and impact of Indiana agriculture throughout our local communities."
Hoosier Homestead awards honor farms owned and operated by the same family for 100, 150 and 200 years with centennial, sesquicentennial or bicentennial awards.
"Every year I look forward to recognizing local families who’ve worked hard to preserve our state’s farming traditions," said State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City). "For generations these farms have contributed to Indiana's economy and food supply. Congratulations to all on this outstanding achievement."
These farm families were among 95 awardees recently honored during a ceremony at the Indiana State Fair.
"The Hoosier Homestead Awards celebrate generations of hard work, resilience and commitment to Indiana's agricultural development," said State Sen. Scott Alexander (R-Muncie). "These families are the lifeblood of our state and rural communities, and I am proud to recognize their contributions to Indiana."
Hoosier Homestead ceremonies are conducted every spring and summer. Since establishing the program in 1976, Indiana has recognized more than 6,000 farms for their economic and cultural impact to the state.
More information on the Hoosier Homestead Award Program and nomination forms are available at in.gov/isda. Nominations for the March 2026 ceremony are due by Nov. 1. Questions may be emailed to HoosierHomestead@ISDA.IN.gov.
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State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) represents House District 33,
which includes all of Blackford and Randolph counties,
and portions of Delaware, Henry and Jay counties.
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State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray (R-Yorktown) represents House District 35,
which includes portions of Delaware and Madison counties.
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State Sen. Scott Alexander (R-Muncie) represents Senate District 26,
which includes Delaware and Randolph counties.
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