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Crown Prince of Knippa

In the heart of Knippa, Texas, lives a man whose life reads like a patchwork quilt of grit, humor, and enduring love for the land. Victor John Niemeyer—affectionately dubbed the “Crown Prince of Knippa” by First Lady Mamie Eisenhower during a whistle-stop visit in the 1950s—has spent a lifetime turning adversity into opportunity and hard work into legacy. A third-generation farmer and rancher, Victor John has weathered hailstorms, dry wells, and the ever-unpredictable world of agriculture with equal parts tenacity and charm. This article captures the remarkable journey of a small-town legend whose stories—and laughter—are as deep-rooted in Texas soil as the crops he’s sown.

Follow the link below for the complete article: 

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanantonio/news/2023/11/10/south-texas-rancher-profile-victor-john-niemeyer.html

Uvalco Supply July 21, 2025
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