| The State Fair of West Virginia and the West Virginia Farm Bureau are looking for longtime farming families.
Those groups will honor a family with the 2011 Farming Heritage Award.
Applicants must have tried to maintain their rural lifestyle by contributing to the community, acting as role models, dedicated time to efficient agricultural production, and maintaining the upkeep of their farm through generations.
The winning family will be honored at the State Fair on Aug. 18.
All entries must be received in the State Fair office by 4:30 p.m. on June 3.
Applications are available on-line at www.statefairofwv.com and www.wvfarm.org
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