STATEMENT: Lt. Governor Beckwith welcomes Hoosier Homestead families to the Statehouse

INDIANAPOLIS – Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith released the following statement today regarding Hoosier Homestead recipents:

"These families have been farming the same land for over a century, and that's an incredible accomplishment. They've been a major asset to our economy and continue to highlight the deep-rooted tradition of family farming in the state. This award represents a legacy of hard work, dedication and family values. Congratulations to all Hoosiers farmers here today!"

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The Lieutenant Governor serves as President of the Indiana Senate and leads the Indiana State Department of Agriculture and the Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Click here for a high-resolution photo and biography of Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith.

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