H.R. No. 889
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Andy Popp of Cooke County received well-deserved
recognition when he was named the 2014 Conservation Farmer of the
Year by the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Popp was awarded this prestigious accolade at
the organization's annual board meeting in October 2014, when he
was lauded for his contributions to preserving soil and water on his
farm north of Lindsay; sponsored by the TSSWCB and the Association
of Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the award is part of
the Conservation Awards Program, which honors farmers that utilize
wise practices in their use of renewable natural resources; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed Texan has exhibited great care and
dedication in the management of his land; he employs no-till
farming techniques to conserve moisture, promotes plant diversity
in his fields through the use of cover crops, and minimizes the use
of fertilizers; moreover, Mr. Popp has served as a valued resource
to his fellow growers, offering his advice and instruction on
innovative production methods and volunteering his time and talents
to the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Grazing Lands
Conservation Initiative; and
WHEREAS, The natural splendor, diverse ecology, and economic
vitality of the Lone Star State depend on responsible stewardship
by landowners, and Andy Popp has demonstrated his commitment to
maintaining precious resources for future generations; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Andy Popp on his selection as the
2014 Conservation Farmer of the Year and extend to him sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Popp as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Springer
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 889 was adopted by the House on March
12, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House