STATEHOUSE (Aug. 23, 2021) – Longstanding Jennings County farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to area lawmakers.
In operation since 1821, the Anthers/Blair Farm received the Hoosier Homestead Bicentennial Award. Hoosier Homestead Centennial awards were presented to two Biehle farms, both in operation since 1906.
"These hardworking Hoosier farmers dedicate so much to our community and they contribute to our state's agricultural heritage," said State Rep. Randy Frye (R-Greensburg). "For the same family to run an operation for more than a century is an incredible accomplishment, and I congratulate them on reaching this tremendous milestone."
These farming families were among 73 recognized at the Indiana State Fair for their commitment to Indiana agriculture.
"Our strong economy is dependent on the agriculture industry," said State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour). "These farming families not only feed the world, but they also provide jobs and support our communities."
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.
"Hoosier farmers generate more than $31.2 billion to our state's economy, making Indiana a national leader in agriculture," Perfect said. "I applaud the farms in Senate District 43 for their dedication to our land and wish them continued success in the years ahead."
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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State Rep. Randy Frye (R-Greensburg) represents House District 67, which includes
all of Ohio and Switzerland counties, as well as portions of Dearborn,
Decatur, Jefferson, Jennings and Ripley counties.
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State Rep. Jim Lucas (R-Seymour) represents House District 69, which includes
portions of Bartholomew, Jackson, Jennings and Jefferson counties.
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State Sen. Chip Perfect (R-Lawrenceburg) represents Senate District 43, which includes all of Ohio and Jennings counties,
and portions of Bartholomew, Dearborn, Decatur, Jackson and Ripley counties.
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