U of M recognizes Farm Families of the Year for 2013

ST. PAUL (July 18, 2013)—This year, 75 families from throughout Minnesota will be honored as a 2013 Farm Family of the Year by the University of Minnesota.

The families will be recognized in ceremonies set for 1:30 to 3 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 8 at the annual Minnesota Farmfest near Redwood Falls.

Local Extension committees chose the families for demonstrating commitment to enhancing and supporting agriculture. The families represent each county participating in the program.

"Farm families and agriculture are a major driver of Minnesota's economy and the vitality of Minnesota's rural communities," said Bev Durgan, dean of University of Minnesota Extension. "The University of Minnesota is proud to recognize these outstanding families for their contributions to agriculture and their communities."

More on Farmfest is available at www.ideaggroup.com/farmfest.

Honorees from our region include:

Becker: John and Linda Schouviller Family

Clay: Brian and Barb Kimm

Clearwater: Tom and Corrinne Anderson

Kittson: Roger and Bernice Anderson

Lake of the Woods: Darrell and Doris Nelson

Norman: Loren and Deb Eken Farm

Otter Tail: Leaderbrand Brothers

Polk: Neal and Jolene Anderson

Red Lake: David and Peggy Miller

Roseau: Ray and Lillian Christianson