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The article discusses the history and significance of the Master Farmer award in Iowa's agricultural community. The award, which has been given since 1926, recognizes farmers who demonstrate exceptional farm management and involvement in their family and community. The 2024 class of Master Farmers includes four winners, and the Exceptional Service to Agriculture award was also given. The article provides a list of past winners and notes that the award was not given in certain years due to historical events such as the Great Depression, World War II, and the COVID-19 pandemic. [Extracted from the article] |