BUFFALO, Minn. — The Minnesota Turkey Growers Association presented its prestigious Ranelius Award to long-time turkey farmer Gilbert Klaphake of Melrose, Minn., at its recent annual meeting in Saint Paul, Minn.
“The Ranelius Award is the most prestigious honor given by the MTGA,” said Jeff Lindell, 2011-12 MTGA president. “It signifies leadership and dedication to the industry based on contributions made to enhance Minnesota’s turkey industry, and Gilbert Klaphake is well deserved of this special honor.”
“This year’s recipient’s love of farming began when he was a boy helping his dad on their small dairy farm. . .