The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Environmental Stewardship Award Program. During these 20 years – more than 130 regional winners have been selected for caring for the land; protecting water; enhancing wildlife; fostering innovation; improving grazing; building partnerships; telling the story; and leaving a legacy.

Stan Howell – Vice President of North America for DowAgrosciences – a primary sponsor of the award – says the award not only honors outstanding cattle-producing families – but also encourages others to be good stewards of the land. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is also a sponsor of the award program.

Dave Petty – past award winner – says no one knows how to care for the land better than the families who live and work on America’s ranches and farms. A new documentary salutes the winners of the past 20 years and allows their story to be told once again.