America 250: The Story of the American Farmer
America’s 250th birthday honors the farmers who have fueled the nation’s growth and food security since its founding. Century farms stand as a living testament to this legacy, celebrating families who have stewarded the land for generations. Agriculture remains the heartbeat of the American story, bridging ancestral heritage with the innovative spirit of today’s producers.
For 100 years, Ed Koger’s family has bought Angus bulls from Dalebanks Angus, proving in the cattle business, the most valuable trait you can breed for is integrity.
2026 BIF Commercial Producer of the Year, Autauga Farming Company Inc., uses a strict closed-herd philosophy and three-breed rotation to achieve the perfect equilibrium of maternal traits and feedlot performance.