Jimmy Parnell

The Alabama Farmers Federation said Monday that it has established a relief fund to help farmers from across the state whose farms were damaged by Hurricane Sally. “When disaster strikes, I am always impressed by the people of Alabama and their giving spirits,” said Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell. “As we started receiving photos … Continued

Hurricane Sally struck on the Alabama Gulf Coast as a category two hurricane on Sept. 16, but authorities, property owners and farmers are still assessing the damage. “As Hurricane Sally moved through Alabama last week, I remained in close communication with Governor Ivey’s office regarding recovery efforts, and she ensured us that the appropriate state … Continued

The Alabama Farmers Federation announced on Friday that it is endorsing Republican congressional candidate former State Rep. Barry Moore in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District. Federation President Jimmy Parnell said members of the state’s largest farm organization appreciate Moore’s agricultural background, conservative values and work ethic. “Barry understands the importance of agriculture to southeast Alabama,” Parnell … Continued

The Alabama Farmers Federation’s political action committee, FarmPAC, announced Tuesday they have endorsed Mobile County Commissioner Jerry Carl in Alabama’s 1st Congressional District. “We take pride in being a grassroots organization with local leaders driving the endorsement process,” said Federation President Jimmy Parnell. “After careful consideration, county Federations in southwest Alabama made their recommendation, and … Continued

Monday, Alabama Congresswoman Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) informed constituents in an email that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Friday “Announced they are providing $19 billion in relief funds to support American farmers and ranchers who have been impacted by COVID-19.” “The Second District is home to thousands of acres of fertile farmland, and … Continued

Tuesday, Alabama Farmers Federation former executive director John H. Dorrill Jr. died at his home in Montgomery. He was 90. “The Alabama Farmers Federation joins Mr. Dorrill’s family in mourning the loss of this legendary leader who throughout his life never lost his agricultural roots,” said Federation President Jimmy Parnell. “I’m not sure we’ll ever … Continued

In 2020, a three-year pilot project for feral swine control will start in select watersheds around Alabama. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services has received $3.7 million in funding to combat feral swine damage in Baldwin, Escambia, Geneva, Henry, Houston and Sumter counties. This money translates to 14 fulltime technicians who will work with … Continued

Monday, Senate candidate former Auburn head football Coach Tommy Tuberville told the Alabama Farmer’s Federation at their annual meeting in Montgomery that he believes that Trump was sent by God. “I believe today that God sent Donald Trump to us,” Coach Tuberville said. “He is the only thing standing between us and socialism.” “I am … Continued

Sunday, the Alabama Farmers Federation presented Congresswoman Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) with their Service To Agriculture Award. The five term congresswoman for the Second Congressional District has been a dogged advocated for Alabama farmers during her tenure in Congress. “Roby has been a champion for farmers since she was first elected to Congress in 2010,” said … Continued