Farm

Former VW man earns livestock award

HILLIARD – The Ohio Cattlemen’s association Industry Excellence Award was presented to Frank Phelps of Logan County at the OCA annual awards banquet held in Hilliard. Phelps earned the award for his dedication as well as his commitment and leadership to the beef industry.

Since 1965, Phelps’ family has jointly owned a herd of registered Limousin cattle that have been in production in Logan County. Phelps, and his father, Don, and their families jointly own the cattle with the O’Connor family. The farm has 250 Limousin cattle and encompasses 1,200 acres, with 120 acres of pasture. Corn, soybeans, wheat and hay are planted on the remaining acreage.

The OCA Beef Industry Excellence Award is given to a beef cattle producer who has been an industry leader and demonstrated a strong commitment to the betterment of Ohio’s beef industry.  Through the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, cattle producers work to create a positive business environment, while providing consumers with a safe and wholesome product.  He serves on the Ohio Beef Council and represents Ohio on the Cattlemen’s Beef Board.

Phelps also received the Cardinal Award for conservation achievement by The Ohio Department of Natural Resources in December 2009. He has served the Logan Soil and Water Conservation District for 22 years.

Phelps is the son of Don Phelps and the late Joan Runnion Phelps and the nephew of Dale Runnion, all formerly of Van Wert.
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