Griffin Receives "Friend of Farm Bureau' Award

Press Release

Congressman Tim Griffin (AR-02) today announced that he received the "Friend of Farm Bureau" recognition from the American Farm Bureau Federation. Below are excerpts from his award acceptance speech, which was featured during the Arkansas Farm Bureau's annual convention:

"It is an honor to be named a "Friend of the Farm Bureau' and to be recognized by Arkansas and national farmers with this prestigious award. During my time in Congress, I've worked to support the priorities of our agricultural community. Our state's agriculture is a vital component of Arkansas's economy, accounting for over 280,000 jobs and $20 billion in value. Y'all do the hard work necessary that not only supports our economy, but also puts healthy food on our tables that's safe for our families.

"I want to commend and thank the Arkansas Farm Bureau and all of you for your efforts to grow jobs, keep our nation's agriculture industry flourishing and provide food for our families. Implementing policies that support our nation's farming communities is critical to our future, to America's future, to Arkansas's future -- and we must continue to support the hardworking farmers across the country."

Congressman Griffin also received this award in the 112th Congress. According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, this award is given to individuals who have supported Farm Bureau issues, as demonstrated by their voting records, and who were nominated by their respective state Farm Bureau and approved by the Board of Directors of the American Farm Bureau Federation. The voting records were based on issues selected by the American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors.

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