Friday, June 19, 2009

Alten Farms Agricultural Journey

Dan Volkers, Manager of the McHenry County Farm Bureau here in Woodstock, sends along this information about Alten Farms:

Follow the Alten's agricultural journey through a descriptive picture narrative. Pictures date back to the early 1900's through today. The Alten family have dedicated their lives to the agriculture industry. The Altens have also dedicated countless hours to volunteer positions within the agriculture industry.

Harry Alten, Jr. has served on the Cook County Truck Gardener's Association, Illinois Vegetable Grower's Association, Illinois Specialty Grower's Association, McHenry County Farm Bureau, Chairman of Farmland Preservation Commission of McHenry County, and Harvard FFA Alumni.

Dennis Alten has served on the Cook County Truck Gardener's Association, Illinois Vegetable Grower's Association and Illinois Specialty Grower's Association.

Click here (or copy and paste into your browser) to enjoy this cyber-trip through McHenry County: www.facebook.com/pages/McHenry-County-Farm-Bureau/100812416097 You do not have to have a Facebook account to enjoy.

If you would like more information about membership in the Farm Bureau and its benefits, call Dan or any of his friendly staff members at (815) 338-1520 or visit www.mchenrycfb.org

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