Hirakata Family honored at State Fair
The legacy of Japanese-American farmers in Otero County used to include dozens of families. Today, the Hirakata family runs the only active Japanese-American farm in Otero County. Hard work, commitment to family, and the importance of education and adapting to new approaches and techniques have always been core values for the Hirakatas. Tatsunosuke Hirakata was born on June 3, 1870, […]
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