Preserving American Heritage

As told by Barbara Atencio

"Our 160-acre farm was originally a dairy farm and is now called the 'Fudala Farm' in honor of my parents. The Farm was homesteaded sometime around the early 1900s by the Konkle family, and a barn and matching chicken coop were erected shortly after (1910-1920). Over the years the barn has been used to house livestock, horses, and more.

I hope to see our family barn 'revived' and preserved for future generations to enjoy. Through this project we will share the mission of the FFA organization. I commend and thank the Campbell Soup Company for providing this opportunity to restore these old barns and preserve a piece of our American heritage, and also providing an opportunity to educate and inform the public at large about 'supporting the future of American farming and the agriculture industry.'

The reviving of our barn will ensure it will be around for years to come to serve as a working barn and stand as a symbol of the American Farm."

The Augie Fudala Farm is affiliated with the
Coleman, WI, FFA and the alumni.