Shelby County - Alabama Farmers Federation
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Shelby County - Alabama Farmers Federation
S HELBY COUNTY FARMERS FEDERATION Shelby County Farmers Federation T he Shelby County Farmers Federation is a membership organization, built by farmers, as an advocate for agriculture, family values and good government to improve life for all the residents of Shelby County. The Federation supports Shelby County’s $1.1 billion agriculture and forestry industries through youth programs, education and promotion of commodities grown in the county. The efforts of the Shelby County Farmers Federation help to strengthen the county’s farm community and provide healthy, locally grown food for Shelby County families. Members enjoy access to great benefits including savings at many major retail stores and excellent rates on home, auto and life insurance. The Shelby County Young Farmers program promotes the development of agriculture’s next generation through educational programs and competitive events hosted at the state and national level. Anyone between the ages of 17-35 who is interested in agriculture can become involved with the Young Farmers program. The Young Farmers program offers many exciting statewide events and opportunities to travel and network with other young agriculturists all across Alabama. The Shelby County Young Farmers support local FFA chapters through activities that include local farm days and a field trip to the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia. The Young Farmers also supported the Shelby County FFA construction The Shelby County Farmers Federation and Alabama Farmers Federation awarded three $1750 scholarships to local students seeking agriculture-related degrees from Auburn University. They are, from left, Noel Welch, Trey Colley and Zachary Smith. These scholarship are given to high school seniors and college students seeking agriculture-related degrees at Auburn University or Alabama A&M University. of a greenhouse where students grow vegetables and herbs. This program is called HOPE - Herbs Offering Personal Enrichment. Those interested in learning more about the Shelby County Young Farmer program may contact County Young Farmers Chairman John Deloach III. The Shelby County Women’s Leadership Committee helps stimulate the interest and enthusiasm of Farmers Federation women in the organization and its programs assist with developing and carrying out policies. The committee works with family and consumer science teachers at local high schools to encourage cooking competitions among students. In addition to financial support, the committee helps organize and judge the events. Nathaniel Ruiz, a student at Hope Christian School in Shelby County, won first place in the Alabama Farm-City Multimedia Contest for ninth through 12th grades. Ruiz and his school each received $300 from the Alabama Farmers Cooperative (AFC) at the Farm-City Awards Luncheon April 2 in Birmingham. His winning video is available online at youtu.be/SrOGuhkXHPU. Jimmy Bice John Deloach III John (Pat) Nelson Ralph (Randy) Bearden Vice President Bryan Hoagland Phillip Hunter Carole Barton Doug Schofield Richard T. (Terry) Wyatt For information contact County Federation Secretary Rachael Wood James E. Tate [email protected] President Robert Byrd Secretary/Treasurer Frances Schofield Women’s Leadership Chair Young Farmers Chairman (205) 259-3450 November 2015 County Officers and Directors Participation in the governing process is an important part of the Shelby County Farmers Federation. County leaders and members help improve life for all county residents through political involvement. The organization helps to elect candidates who share its values. Above, Shelby County Federation leaders welcomed state officials to the Taste of Alabama Legislative Reception in Montgomery. From left are State Rep. Matt Fridy, Shelby County Farmers Federation President Jimmy Bice and State Sen. Cam Ward. Left, U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Ala., with Shelby County Farmers Federation Board Member Doug Schofield during the Federation’s annual Washington Legislative Conference. Agriculture Impacts Shelby County A griculture is a major contributor to the economy of Shelby County. A recent study conducted by Auburn University reveals agriculture and forestry generate $1.1 billion for the county’s economy and are responsible for 14,262 jobs. Greenhouse, nursery and floriculture production is the largest agricultural commodity in the county, contributing 17.1 percent of the county’s total agricultural and forestry production. The green industry has a $12.2 million annual economic impact on the county and provides 186 jobs. Timber covers 62.8 percent of the surface land area in Shelby County. Forestry has a $5.1 million annual impact A G R I C U LT U R E & F O R E S T R Y here, followed by $1.1 Billion cattle at $3.9 million Ecomonic Impact TOP and cotton at $1.7 COMMODITIES million. 14,262 Jobs Greenhouse, The county has Nursery & Floriculture 508,602 acres, of which Forestry 54,984 are in farmland, and 319,422 acres are Beef Cattle in timberland. The county has 474 farms. Cotton The 2014 Alabama Farm of Distinction is owned by Shelby County brothers Phillip and Will Hunter. Shelby County Horses are an important and growing part of recreational activities in Shelby County. The county’s landscape offers breathtaking views, and native wildlife provides the perfect backdrop for trail riding activities. Shelby County Farmers Federation Board Member Randy Bearden, second from right, leads a group of young riders on his Shel-Clair Farms. For the Best Agents in the Business. Call Alfa. ® Barbara Cantrell 1211 1st St. N. 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