Wilton Simpson talks egg prices, farm bill and political future

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, a potential gubernatorial candidate in the state, is pushing for the passage of a Farm Bill during this year’s legislative session that, he says, will protect farmers.

Among the bill’s proposals are returning decisions on building solar farms on agricultural land to local governments; allowing voters to decide on a total exemption of tangible personal property taxes on agricultural land; and protecting 4-H and Future Farmers of America programs in schools by making sure there are agriculture facilities on school properties.