This release was issued under a previous government.
“Our province’s farm families are the heart of rural Alberta, and the ongoing success of the agriculture sector depends greatly on their hard work and commitment. It is an honour to recognize families who have contributed so much to their communities and built a tremendous legacy through many generations.”
“As we head into the fourth generation of farming our land, we continue to gain perspective on the legacy of our ancestors’ hard work. A century of family success has helped build our future, and will continue to build a future for upcoming generations.”
Recipients of the Century Farm and Ranch Award receive a bronze plaque to commemorate this significant milestone. A total of 58 families are being recognized across the province this year, including six families who will be honoured in Lethbridge on August 18.
Since 1993, more than 1,500 families have received Century Farm and Ranch Awards.
Agriculture is the province’s largest renewable industry, with exports valued at more than $9 billion annually. There are more than 43,000 farms totaling 50.5 million acres.
Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award recipients being recognized at this event:
- Carrels Family of Foremost
- Riley Family of Etzikom
- Nelson Family of Milo
- Tiegen Family of Milo
- L. Marshman Family of Redland
- G. Marshman Family of Rockyford
Editor’s Note:
Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award recipient families will be available for interviews and photos at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 18, at Lethbridge Whoop-up Days at Exhibition Park, 3401 Parkside Drive South.