Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson has announced his bid for a second four‑year term as political activity ramps up in the state. Simpson, a lifelong farmer, stresses his experience in farming, construction, and business as assets in overseeing agriculture and wildfire response. He highlights the state’s investment in eighty new bulldozers and the protection of 200,000 acres in wildlife corridors. A $100 million citrus replanting program and a zero‑interest loan program for farmers affected by recent storms are also key initiatives. Simpson’s plan includes continued efforts to combat THC products marketed to children and consolidating the department’s computer network into a single system. No Republican or Democratic incumbents oppose him, but Democrats plan to field a candidate.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Seeks Re-Election Amid Wildfire Concerns
