Today, Georgia Farm Bureau recognized U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) for receiving the Friend of Farm Bureau Award for his work on behalf of farmers during the 116th Congress. The Friend of Farm Bureau Award is given to federal legislators who support legislative and regulatory efforts in Congress that benefit farmers and rural communities.

“Congressman Scott has long been one of agriculture’s strongest allies in Washington, and Georgia farmers are better off thanks to his work on issues like securing federal disasters assistance, improving farm programs, and strengthening trade agreements, to name a few. He has more than earned the Friend of Farm Bureau Award again this legislative cycle…” said Georgia Farm Bureau President Gerald Long 

Additionally, Congressman Scott recently announced his desire to serve as Ranking Member on the House Agriculture Committee during the 117th Congress. “Congressman Scott would do an excellent job in that role, and U.S. agriculture and rural communities everywhere would be well served by his leadership on such an important committee. He has our organization’s full support…” said Georgia Farm Bureau President Gerald Long.