STATEHOUSE (Aug. 14, 2025) – The Sanders Farm in Starke County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1921, according to State Rep. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores).
"No one works harder than the farm families who have provided our communities with fresh and wholesome food for generations," Culp said. "Hoosier Homestead Awards are just one way we can thank these longstanding farms."
Hoosier Homestead awards honor farms owned and operated by the same family for 100, 150 and 200 years with centennial, sesquicentennial or bicentennial awards.
"Agriculture is the backbone of Indiana's economy, contributing billions of dollars to the state each year," Bohacek said. "I am proud to represent families dedicated to continuing the farming traditions and congratulate the Sanders Farm on receiving this well-deserved recognition."
This farm family was among 95 awardees recently honored during a ceremony at the Indiana State Fair.
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. Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) represents House District 16,
which includes portions of Jasper, Pulaski, Starke and White counties.
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State Sen. Mike Bohacek (R-Michiana Shores) represents Senate District 8,
which include Starke County and portions of La Porte, Marshall and St. Joseph counties.
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