State leaders recognize Delaware farming families whose history dates back before the US’s founding as a nation.
Gov. Matt Meyer and Ag Secretary Don Clifton recognized three Delaware farm families as America 250 Farms during this year’s Delaware State Fair.
The award recognizes families who have owned and operated their family farm for at least 250 years – with at least 10 acres of land and consistently grossing at least $10,000 annually in agricultural sales.
Awardees include Dukes and Hill Island Farms in New Castle County and Stayton Farms in Sussex County. Each has been in operation for closer to 300 years according to Secretary Clifton…