Congrats to McIntyre Ranch
McIntyre Ranch, located in the Milk River Ridge area of southern Alberta, was recognized for 100 years of membership in the Canadian Hereford Association. Nels Nixdorff, CHA president, made a presentation to Johnny Badura and Kimberly Widmer, who accepted the award on behalf of the Thrall Family (see photos above).
The award was presented at the British Breeds Sale at Balog Auction.
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Congrats to the Lake family
Congratulations to Harry and Jean Lake of Turtleford, Sask., for winning the Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Association’s “Cattleman of the Year”award at the recent Stockade Round-up.
On winning the award the Lakes said, “We feel extremely privileged and humbled to be recognized along (with) previous cattlemen and cattlewomen who have done so much for the betterment of the cattle industry. We accept this award not only for our generation but for the generations before us who worked so hard to break land and make our farm what it is today. We are truly blessed and their efforts haven’t gone unnoticed.”

The Cattleman of the Year award is presented to people who have made an outstanding contribution to the cattle industry as well as their commitment to excellence, exemplifying quality rural life and involvement in the community.
Thanks to Gerry Lampow of My Lloydminster Now for reporting on the award.