John Duynisveld and his dauther, Maria, owners of Holdanca Farms near Wallace Bay, Nova Scotia, are this year’s winner of the Environmental Stewardship Award given at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference.
“It’s such an honor,” said John.
The Duynisvelds manage grass-fed cattle, sheep and pastured pigs and poultry on 250 of the 500 acres they own. The rest is managed woodlot.
They nurture migratory birds by making space for barn swallows in their buildings and by leaving forages uncut until nesting season ends.
They have hosted about 30 endangered species and have recorded more than 100 on their farm.
They host people and groups interested in the environment and work with others, such as Ag in the Classroom.
