A local farmer received top honors at the Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) awards Thursday during Arkansas Farm Bureau’s annual Officers and Leaders Conference at the Red Wolf Convention Center in Jonesboro. The awards honor young farmers and ranchers ages 18-35 for the general excellence of their operations and their hard work and innovation.
Hannah Walker of Henderson received the YF&R Excellence in Agriculture Award, which recognizes the accomplishments of individuals or couples who earn the majority of their income through off-farm efforts, but who are involved in farming and Arkansas Farm Bureau. Candidates are evaluated on their understanding of agricultural issues, as well as leadership, achievements and involvement in Arkansas Farm Bureau and other organizations.
Walker and her husband Cody run County Line Beef, LLC, a direct-to-consumer beef operation in Henderson. On weekdays, Walker works for the Mountain Home Public School District. Walker’s two children, Claire and Charlie, are also on the farm and in 4-H.
As winner of the Excellence in Agriculture Award, Walker received an $11,000 cash prize and a trip to the 2025 American Farm Bureau Convention to compete for the national award. The Excellence in Agriculture Award is sponsored by Arkansas Farm Bureau Mutual Company.
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