STATEHOUSE (Aug. 18, 2023) – The Schoeff Farm in Huntington County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1910, according to State Rep. Lorissa Sweet (R-Wabash) and State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington).
"Farming is a major part of what makes Indiana a special place," Sweet said. "These Hoosiers work tirelessly to contribute to the communities we call home and ultimately their efforts help drive economic growth for our state."
Farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100, 150 and 200 years can qualify for centennial, sesquicentennial or bicentennial Hoosier Homestead awards.
"Congratulations to the Schoeff Farm for their years of success and dedication," Zay said. "I am proud to serve a district of hardworking individuals, and I look forward to seeing what this family continues to do for Indiana agriculture."
This farm family was 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. Lorissa Sweet (R-Wabash) represents House District 50,
which includes all of Huntington County, and portions of Miami, Wabash and Wells counties.
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State Sen. Andy Zay (R-Huntington) represents Senate District 17,
which includes Grant, Huntington and Wabash counties.
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