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Dr. William R. Brawner |
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A veterinarian in Marion County for over
50 years, Brawner was a pioneer in equine reproduction. He
was awarded Lifetime Membership to the Florida Thoroughbred Farm
Managers Club in 1990 and was inducted into the Florida Thoroughbred
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Jackson C. Dudley |
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A horse farm owner in Marion County,
Dudley helped bring attention to the thoroughbred industry in Marion
County through his part ownership of Needles, Floridas first
Kentucky Derby winner in 1956. He was a long-time member of the
Florida Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners Association.
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Ned H. Folks |
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A 3rd generation cattlemen and vegetable
grower from Dunnellon, Folks served 12 years as a Marion
County Commissioner. Served as president of the Marion County
Cattlemens Assoc., and was a long-time member of both the Florida
Farm Bureau and Florida Agricultural Stabilization & Conservation
Board.
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O.D. Buddy Huff |
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A Produce Broker and citrus producer from
McIntosh, Huff was a leader in opening new markets,
engaging in innovative advertising/promotional programs. He is noted
for his unmatched service to the citrus industry. He served on the
Florida Citrus commission and was inducted into the 1981 Florida
Citrus Hall of Fame.
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Carl G. Rose |
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Owner of Rosemere Farm, Rose is
one of the early pioneers in the thoroughbred industry in Marion
County. Throughout his life, Rose promoted agriculture through
improving pasture grasses, promotion of purebred cattle, organizing
the Southeastern Livestock Show and Sale, and working with FFA and
4-H clubs.
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