This bill is a legislative commemoration honoring Blioux River Ranch as the recipient of the 2024 Leopold Conservation Award. The award, named after conservationist Aldo Leopold, recognizes farm and ranch families that demonstrate exceptional leadership in conservation efforts on their land and within their communities. Blioux River Ranch, operated by Eli Little and his father Barry, exemplifies this commitment through their innovative practices in livestock rotational grazing, which have successfully reduced input costs while enhancing yields and productivity.

The Littles have made significant strides in improving soil health across their cropland and pasture by integrating a substantial number of cow-calf pairs into grazing groups. This approach has not only decreased the land required to feed each pair but has also allowed their pastures to thrive without the use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Their efforts promote the growth of native plant species, which in turn supports beneficial pollinators and wildlife. The bill concludes with a formal commemoration by the One Hundredth Legislature of the State of South Dakota, recognizing Blioux River Ranch's achievements in conservation.