exemplary farmer; outstanding farmer
Refers to a farmer who is highly skilled, dedicated, and serves as a model for others. Often used in agricultural contexts to praise someone's expertise and commitment.
He is known in the area as an exemplary farmer.
Compound of 篤 (toku, 'sincere, fervent') + 農家 (nōka, 'farmer'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the spelling is conventionally associated with the meaning of a devoted and outstanding farmer.