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Eichacker chosen as first Dakotafest Woman Farmer of the Year

Janelle Atyeo
Aug 20, 2020
Aug 20, 2020 Updated Aug 24, 2020

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Salem, South Dakota’s Cathy Eichacker was recognized as the first Dakotafest Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year, a new award given virtually during what would have been the 25th annual Dakotafest Farm Show in Mitchell.

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Dakotafest announces five Woman Farmer-Rancher of the Year contenders

Five hard-working women from across South Dakota are in the running for the first ever Dakotafest Woman Farmer/Rancher of the Year Award. The winner will be announced Thursday, Aug. 20 during a virtual Dakotafest Women in Ag event, which starts at 10:30 a.m.

Janelle is editor of the Tri-State Neighbor, covering South Dakota, southwestern Minnesota, northwestern Iowa and northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at jatyeo@tristateneighbor.com or follow on Twitter @JLNeighbor.