Travis and Gina Schauer Named Becker County Farm Family of the Year

ST. PAUL (KDLM) – A Becker County family will be honored as one of Minnesota’s Farm Families of the Year.

Travis and Gina Schauer will represent Becker County in a ceremony at the annual Minnesota Farmfest on the Gilfillan Estate near Redwood Falls in August.

The Schauers were chosen by county-based local University of Minnesota Extension committees based on their demonstrated commitment to enhancing and supporting agriculture.

“This year’s Minnesota’s Farm Families of the Year reflect the breadth and variety of agriculture in our state,” said Extension Dean Bev Durgan. “The University of Minnesota is proud to honor these families and their innovation and dedication to Minnesota agriculture.”

The Schauers have about 350 head of cows and feeders and over 200 head of sheep, along with horses, chickens, rabbits and donkeys. Travis is a member of the Becker County Soil and Water Conservation District board, vice president of the Becker County Fair board and he and Gina are members of the county 4-H Livestock Committee.

The Farm Family Recognition Program has honored Minnesota farmers since 1979.