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Matt and Kelsey Owens have built Champion Valley Farm upon shared values of hard work and faith.
Photo by Morayah Ashley Livestock Imagery
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The Owens raise grassfed, natural beef on their regenerative farm near Champion in southwestern Nebraska. All three of their children have been entrepreneurs in the meat industry, as well. From left: Peyton, Bo, Paige, Matt and Kelsey Owens.
Photo by Morayah Ashley Livestock Imagery
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com .
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