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Erickson Family Farms of Linaria

Erickson Family Farms of Linaria

“Farming is not just a job, it’s a way of life, and the ongoing success of the agriculture sector depends greatly on the hard work and commitment of Alberta’s farming families. It is an honour to recognize people who contribute so much to their communities and acknowledge this incredible legacy that is passed down through many generations.”

Oneil Carlier, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry

“Our grandfather homesteaded this farm with basically nothing, and our children are the fourth generation of Erickson family farmers. It is important to acknowledge 100 years of family history on the farm, to recognize the efforts of our grandparents and parents, and to keep the tradition alive through our children.”

Wayne Erickson of Linaria, Century Farm and Ranch Award Recipient

Recipients of the Century Farm and Ranch Award receive a bronze plaque to commemorate this significant milestone. A total of 47 families are being recognized across the province this year, including 15 families who will be honoured at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village on July 7.

Since 1993, almost 1,600 families have received Century Farm and Ranch Awards.

Agriculture is the province’s largest renewable industry, with exports valued at more than $9 billion annually. There are more than 43,000 farms in Alberta, totalling 50.5 million acres.

Note: Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award recipient families will be available for interviews and photos at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 7, at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, 50 kilometres east of Edmonton on Highway 16.

Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Award recipients being recognized at this event:

  • The Elmquist Family of Anselmo
  • The Erickson Family of Linaria
  • The Fleming Family of Topland
  • The Haig Family of Thorhild
  • The Hart Family of Vermilion
  • The Hedrick Family of Boscombe
  • The Katerenchuk Family of Wasel
  • The Landiak Family of Vilna
  • The Lovell Family of Clandonald
  • The Moric Family of Vilna
  • The Pura Family of Thorhild
  • The Radke Family of Lamont
  • The Seibel Family of Peers
  • The Syroid Family of Spedden
  • The Zack Family of Derwent