Cary Lightsey is a sixth-generation Florida cattle rancher who married his high school sweetheart, Marcia, in 1973. Together, they not only saved the family ranch during hard economic times, they also expanded and diversified the operations and became leaders in the conservation arena. The Lightseys strongly believe in landowners participating in strategies that benefit all...

Madeline Mellinger is an innovator in the field of integrated pest management and sustainable systems production who has dedicated more than 50 years to Florida agriculture. As a business owner, scientist and mentor, she has contributed greatly to the agricultural industry and to the development of its next generation of growers. Madeline Mellinger founded Glades...

James Arthur “Jim” Strickland, Sr., has six decades of ranching experience. Born into a family that has been ranching in Florida since the 1800s, Jim grew up working with his father along the west coast of Florida. When his father died in the 1970s, Jim took over the family cattle operations at the age of...