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Brokenshires proud to win Estevan's Farm Family of the Year Award

The 2023 Estevan Farm Family of the Year Award recipients have found enjoyment in agriculture and success as cattle ranchers.

Wayne and Connie Brokenshire were presented with the prestigious honour Thursday night in front of a large crowd at the Farmers' Appreciation Evening banquet at the Beefeater Plaza.

Estevan MLA Lori Carr, who presented the award, noted the Brokenshires currently run a 300-commercial cow/calf pair operation, along with 50 commercial cows belonging to Wayne's youngest daughter Tess.

Winning the award came as a big surprise, Wayne said.

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