Tim Velde, who farms between Hanley Falls and Granite Falls, won the award for his longtime work as a county leader, support of rural electric cooperatives and for being an advocate for legislation.
"Approximately 25% of Minnesota's electric cooperative workforce is poised to retire within the next five years, presenting a significant need to recruit the next generation of skilled workers," writes Darrick Moe.
The Lower Sioux Community, the Southwest Regional Development Commission, and utility cooperatives like Great River Energy are all on the list of groups receivi
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