The Conservation Farm Family award program, sponsored by the NC Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (NCASWCD), acknowledges North Carolina farmers and farm families who excel in implementing effective, innovative, and economical conservation practices. This award also recognizes their active involvement in conservation education.

Locally, the Person Soil and Water Conservation District nominates farms from Person County. These local nominees then proceed to the Area 3 competition. Area 3 winners have the opportunity to advance to the Central Region competition, with the ultimate goal of becoming the State Conservation Farm Family winner.

If you would like to nominate a Conservation Farm Family for Person County, please contact our office. 

Congratulations to the State Conservation Farm Family of the Year!

2025 - Thomas Family Farms Inc.

The Thomas Family Farms, located in Person County, is a multi-generational operation where each family member contributes their unique expertise to a cohesive business. Their diverse operations encompass field crops, hog farming, and forestry.

A strong commitment to environmental stewardship is evident through their adoption of various conservation practices. These include cover crops, no-till planting, and crop rotation, all integrated into their operations via comprehensive conservation, waste management, and forest management plans. The farm also plays an active role in community education, hosting farm visits, tours, and demonstrations for various groups.