Delaware Honors Three Farms for Century-Long Agricultural Legacy
Three farms in Delaware have been recognized as 'Delaware Century Farms' for maintaining agricultural operations for over 100 years. The Delaware Department of Agriculture established this program in 1987 to honor families who have continuously owned and farmed their land for at least a century. The farms must include at least 10 acres of the original parcel or generate more than $10,000 annually in agricultural sales. This year's honorees include the Staats Family Farm in New Castle County, Wright Family Farms in Kent County, and Iona Stables & Inn in Sussex County. Each farm received a sign for their property, an engraved plate, and tributes from the State Legislature. The recognition ceremony took place on April 16, 2026, at the Delaware Agricultural Museum in Dover, where Delaware Agriculture Secretary Don Clifton praised the families for their perseverance and contribution to the state's agricultural heritage. 
