Chris Henning of rural Jefferson was honored with the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader award at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 18. The award was presented by Gov Kim Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and Iowa Department of Natural Resources director Kayla Lyons. Henning owns and manages Prairie Skye Productions Farms near Squirrel Hollow park and the Raccoon River…
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Hardman leads State Fair veterans’ parade
Arthur Hardman of Jefferson was chosen to carry the banner at the lead of the Iowa State Fair veterans’ parade Aug. 16. Hardman was nominated by MeLinda Madison, who wanted to recognize him and his wife Janet for the help they’ve given her as her medical power of attorney. The Hardmans and Madison received free admission to the fair that…
Read MoreGrCo FFA at State Fair
Greene County FFA members participated in livestock and photography at the Iowa State Fair. Members showing livestock included Joe Davis, Kayla Muir, and Ethan Frederick in beef cattle and diary cattle, Kyle Hughes in swine, Grace Curtis for goats, and Emma Halterman with horses. Victoria Peterson entered four photos as well. Three students made it into the winner’s circle. Halteran…
Read MoreShahan Club Lambs, Muir Farms place at State Fair
Shahan Club Lambs of Jefferson claimed honors at the Iowa State Fair wether sire/dam sheep show. Shahans placed first in black face ewe lamb 93-117.5, and third in black face eye lamb 118-124.5. In the Prospect cattle show, Muir Farms of Rippey placed first in commercial breeding heifer and second in registered market steer – AOB.
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