Local Century Farms recognized

Left to Right are Matt Nestor, Angie Herman-Nestor, Robert Barry, Lori Herman-Barry, Larry Herman, Edie Herman, and Brianna Coyle-Bray of Her-Bar Farm from Marshfield was recognized by The Webster County University of Missouri Extension in the 2023 Missouri Century Farms program at a ceremony held on Aug. 24. Contributed Photos

From left to right are Mark Lawrence, Haylee Lawrence, Heath Russell, Rebecca Russell, Michelle Lawrence, and Mike Lawrence. Not pictured: Eric and Nikki Hair. All are from the Brumback Family Farm in Seymour and were honored in this year's Missouri Century Farms ceremony.

Posted Wednesday, September 27, 2023 12:00 am

Submitted by Kyle Whittaker, MU Extension, Webster County

The Webster County University of Missouri Extension recognized the 2023 Missouri Century Farms program inductees from Webster County, the Brumback Family Farm, and the Her-Bar Farm, on Aug. 24 at the MU Extension Annual Picnic.

The event was hosted by the Webster County MU Extension Council and was held at North Park. The evening included a meal served by the council members and special recognitions for the Century Farm family.

The Brumback family originally acquired the farm in the fall of 1889 located in Seymour, Missouri. Today, the 135-acre farm is owned by Rebecca Russell. Through the years, the farm has transitioned from dairy farming to beef farming.

The Her-Bar Farm was homesteaded in 1894 and has been involved in poultry, vegetable, and beef production over the years. Today, Larry and Edith Herman run the 80-acre farm in Marshfield.

The Centennial Farm project was initiated in Missouri in 1976. It awarded certificates to individuals who owned farms in the same family for 100 years or more.

In 1986, the University of Missouri Extension and the MU College of Agriculture created the annual Century Farm program and recognition. Missouri Farm Bureau became a co-sponsor in 2008. Since the program started in 1976, more than 8,000 Missouri farms have received the Century Farm designation.

University of Missouri Extension programs focus on the high-priority needs of Missourians to improve lives, communities, and economies by providing relevant, responsive, and reliable educational solutions. MU Extension programs are open to all. More information on this topic is available online at http://extension.missouri.edu.