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MTGA presents its industry awards and recognitions during Annual Summit

MTGA Vernal and Marlene Nelson of Oakdale Farm in Kensington, Minn., are this year’s recipients of the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association’s Ranelius Award. This award is considered to be the most prestigious given by MTGA. They have raised commercial and breeding birds, selling eggs to Land O’Lakes and Willmar Poultry.

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ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — Each year, during the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association’s Annual Summit, industry partners and turkey growers are recognized for their service to Minnesota’s turkey industry. MTGA presents three awards, the President’s Award, Allied Lifetime Achievement Award, and the organization’s highest award, the Ranelius Award, to deserving individuals during the summit’s award ceremony.

The President's Award is presented to a worthy individual by the current MTGA President, chosen specifically for his or her dedication and commitment to the goals of the organization. This year, two deserving candidates were named, Paul Kvistad and Erica Sawatzke. . .

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