Local Farmer Goes to Washington: Advocating for Mississippi Agriculture

Warren County farmer traveled to Washington DC with Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation on an agricultural advocacy trip. 

In a press release, the Warren County Farm Bureau said:

“Chris Harris, a member of Warren County Farm Bureau was part of a small group of farmers from central MS who spent 3 days in Washington D.C. visiting with congressional members and regulatory agencies on the needs of Mississippi farmers.  The urgent need of a new farm bill, labor regulations, and conservation funding were some of the main topics discussed.  Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation is the voice of agriculture in Mississippi and this is one of many ways that the organization accomplishes its mission.”

The mission of the Mississippi Farm Bureau is to create an environment in which Mississippi farmers, ranchers, and Farm Bureau® members can have a better life and make a better living.