12 Questions for Georgia’s Agriculture Commissioner Candidates

BY Atlanta Magazine - October 24, 2018

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Before you write off the agriculture commissioner as someone who keeps watch on boll weevils and makes sure peaches find buyers, keep in mind that farming is Georgia’s largest industry, ahead of filmmaking, manufacturing, and tourism, and contributes an estimated $73 billion to the state’s economy. This elected official works with growers large and small. Below, our 12 questions for each candidate and their responses, which have been edited for length and clarity.