I had the privilege of introducing Dr. Dale Flowerday this evening at the Seward Kiwanis Ag Recognition Banquet. Dale was one of three being inducted into the Seward County Hall of Agricultural Achievement. I mentioned Dale's having been born and raised in Seward County and never straying far from his Roots. His ability to use parables in the classroom, to speak with common language, and his sense of humor carried over into his work with farmers and fellow scientist. I told of being personally indebted to Dale for introducing me to the importance of Soil and Water Conservation, but even more indebted for having introduced me to his little sister, my wife of over 63 years.
Dr. Ronnie Green, UNL Vice Chancellor, Institute of
Agriculture and Natural Resources, gave the main address. He talked about the unique position that the State of Nebraska and UNL are in to help in the challenge of feeding an increasing world population with limited natural resources.
The program also included the induction of Don Suhr, Insurance and the Pollock Bros, Implements and Hardware into the Hall of Achievement. The Kiwanis Farm Family of the year was Hartman Farms. It is a 3 generation operation which exemplifies a sustainable, productive agricultural operation.
County Fair Agriculture Scholarships were also presented to Nathan Pflueger of Seward, Josh Mooney of Utica and Dylan Tegtmeier of Milford by Kris Beckler and Ron Gade, President of the Seward County Ag Society. It was a great evening recognizing the importance of Agriculture.
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