STATEWIDE — Nearly 100 family farms in Indiana were recently recognized for being in operation more than a century.

95 farming families were honored with Hoosier Homestead Awards at this year’s Indiana State Fair. The awards recognize farms owned and operated by the same family for over 100, 150 and 200 years.

Since 1976, Hoosier Homestead Awards have been given biannually to families who have made significant contributions to Indiana agriculture. More than 6,000 family farms have been recognized through the program.

State Representative Peggy Mayfield of Martinsville said these awards are a meaningful way to honor the generations of grit, sacrifice and service that these farms have given to their communities.

“The Hoosier Homestead Award reflects the strength of our agricultural herit

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