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Thoren Farms Named Illinois Beef Association Environmental Steward of the Year

Greg and Janis Thoren earned the honor for their conservation-minded approach to raising cattle and crops

June 05, 2026 01:16 PM • 
Neal Burnette-Irwin

STOCKTON, Ill. (RFD News) — Protecting natural resources and improving land stewardship are top priorities at Thoren Farms, a commitment that recently earned the operation statewide recognition.

Greg and Janis Thoren were named the 2026 Illinois Beef Association Environmental Steward of the Year for their regenerative farming and conservation efforts.

The award recognizes beef producers who demonstrate outstanding stewardship of natural resources while maintaining productive farming operations.

Thoren Farms was honored during the Illinois Beef Association’s annual meeting in Springfield.

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