Seaton and Ferguson Family of Brownfield is being recognized for their participation in the Texas Conservation Awards Program sponsored by Terry Soil & Water Conservation District, Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board and the Association of Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Seaton-Ferguson Family Farm placed runner-up in the Conservation Farmer category.
Seaton-Ferguson Family Farm is being recognized by Terry Soil & Water Conservation District for implementing conservation best management practices on their farms. These practices include Center Pivots and Drip Irrigation to maximize water efficiency and planting native grasses on marginal farm ground to be incorporated into their rotational grazing systems.
The Texas Conservation Awards Program began in the late 1970’s to recognize conservationists and the vital role they play in managing Texas’ natural resources. The purpose of the program is to acknowledge, recognize, and honor individuals that dedicate their time and efforts to the conservation of natural resources.
The program provides an opportunity for competition and incentives to expand and improve conservation efforts as well as the wise utilization of renewable natural resources. Categories recognized through the Texas Conservation Awards Program are: Poster Contest and Junior and Senior Essay Contests, Conservation Farmer, Outstanding Soil and Water Conservation District, Conservation Rancher, Friend of Conservation, Conservation Teacher and Wildlife Conservationist.
