MFU Seeks Centennial Farms & Ranches to Honor

Montana Farmers Union will again celebrate family farmers and ranchers whose land holdings have been in their families and in operation for more than 100 years through its Centennial Farm and Ranch Program during MFU’s Annual Convention this year.

Since the mid-90s, Montana Farmers Union has been honored to recognize its members who have owned the same farm or ranch for 100 years or more. Nearly 200 farms and ranches have since been recognized. When an MFU member reaches this milestone, they are honored during our annual convention. In addition, they receive a commemorative plaque, and their stories and accomplishments are publicized statewide.

“Montana Farmers Union began honoring centennial farms in 1995 and is proud to continue the celebration of this incredible milestone for family farms reaching 100 years,” said Rachel Prevost, who serves as MFU’s Member Services Director. “These family farms have weathered hardships and celebrated joys of growth and change through generations – a feat worth celebrating. The grit and determination of those 100 years lays a strong foundation for future generations who hope to continue this great family farm legacy.”

If your operation has reached the 100-year milestone or will reach it this year, simply submit by email or mail a farm biography and pictures to Rachel Prevost at rprevost@montanafarmersunion.com or at P. O. Box 2447, Great Falls, MT 59403 no later than Sept. 26.

The celebration will take place in conjunction with MFU’s Annual Convention to be held Oct. 31-Nov. 1 at the Yogo Inn in Lewistown, with pre-convention farm tours offered Oct. 30 and a post-convention Family Farming Succession Institute to be held Nov. 2.

Register for MFU’s 110th Annual Convention today at: https://montanafarmersunion.com/news-events/annual-convention/.