Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Steve and Amy Swenka of Double G Angus Farms near Tiffin on Friday, June 5. The award presentation ceremony will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at their farm. The award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who demonstrate outstanding animal care, environmental stewardship and community leadership.
“For generations, the Swenkas have demonstrated a deep commitment to caring for their livestock, protecting Iowa’s soil and water resources, and strengthening the community they call home,” said Secretary Naig. “Whether through conservation practices on their farm, leadership in local organizations, or support for youth and agricultural programs, the Swenkas have consistently looked for ways to serve others and leave things better than they found them. Their stewardship extends beyond the farm gate, and it is inspiring to see the next generation carrying forward the values that have defined this family operation for more than a century. I am pleased to recognize Steve and Amy Swenka and their family with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award.”
Double G Angus has been known throughout Iowa for over 65 years, and the Swenka family was recognized as a Century Farm in 2012. Today, Steve and Amy operate the farm alongside their son, Will, and daughter-in-law, Jessica, representing the fifth generation on the family farm. Both Will and Jessica and their three young sons are growing up on the farm as the sixth generation. Steve also farmed in partnership with his father, George V. Swenka, for more than 30 years, continuing a long family legacy. Steve and Amy’s oldest son, Lt. George “Jake” Swenka, is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and serves as a Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy. He is currently an instructor at Helicopter Maritime Strike Weapons School Atlantic in Florida. Jake and his wife, Stacie, have one daughter.
Source : iowaagriculture.gov