Family Operations Win NCBA Environmental Awards

Seven family cattle operations from across the United States were honored at the NCBA Summer Conference for their ability to merge environmental stewardship within their operations.

“These families are being nationally recognized for leading exemplary, long-term stewardship practices on their land. The winners of this award are actively working to protect and improve the environment because they know environmental stewardship and good business go hand-in-hand. These leaders understand that good land management demands they care for the environment for their own welfare, as well as for future generations.”

“We are also proud to announce that 2005 marks the 15th anniversary of this premier environmental award program. These winners will continue to serve as role models for fellow cattle producers for years to come.
“A big thank you goes out to Dow AgroSciences, LLC and the Natural Resource Conservation Service for sponsoring this valuable program, which fosters environmental creativity, innovation and perseverance nationwide among today’s cattle-producing families.

The 2005 Regional ESAP Winners are Li’l Ponderosa Enterprises in Carlisle, Pennsylvania; Lightsey Cattle Company in Lake Wales, Florida; Faris Farms in Mount Ayr, Iowa; Richards Ranch in Jacksboro, Texas; Simms Cattle Company LLC in McFadden, Wyoming; Prather Ranch in Fall River Mills, California; and Gates Angus Ranch in Coldwater, Kansas

“Picking these winners out of the impressive pool of applicants proved to be a tough task, but we are very excited about this year’s winners. The group represents diverse geographical areas across the country and many generations of families. ©