Great evening at the Horry County GOP Christmas Dinner last night! Special thanks to Reese Boyd and Cathy Farish for the kind invitation. I always enjoy spending time with friends in Horry County—especially during the Christmas season.

Merry Christmas! As we celebrate the birth of Christ, I pray for a joyful Christmas, a prosperous year ahead, and continued blessings on South Carolina’s farms, families, and future. Merry Christmas, and God bless the Palmetto State. 🎄🌾

I had a blast playing two Christmas Eve services at Rivercrest Presbyterian Church. Thankful for these folks who serve on the worship team!

Go West Wednesday🌾 SMALL FARMS. BIG FUTURE. Most of SC farms are small or midsize. Policy should reflect that reality. That means less bureaucracy, more market access, and practical paths to processing and value-added opportunities — driven by listening to what farmers actually

Great evening with fellow conservatives at the Sumter County GOP meeting on Thursday night! Strong turnout, great questions, and a lot of good conversations about #SCAg 🌴🚜

Go West Wednesday 🌾 I’ve always believed leadership isn’t about a title or a spotlight. It’s about service. It’s about listening, showing up, and doing the work that needs to be done, even when nobody’s watching. The Commissioner of Agriculture should work for farmers,

As severe weather moves through, please join me in praying for the farmers who work every day to feed our families. 🙏

Go West Wednesday🌾 Agriculture is a business — and prosperity is what keeps it alive. Farms run on tight margins, and smart decisions matter. That’s why leadership that understands the real business realities of agriculture is essential. With my background in agribusiness, I’m

Go West Wednesday 🌾 As agriculture changes, the Department of Agriculture has to adapt with it. This means continuing to invest in modern systems and digital tools that help the SCDA team. When you have the right tools, more gets done - and farmers spend less time stuck in

As potential winter weather moves into South Carolina, it’s worth pausing to recognize the essential workers who continue to keep our state running when conditions become challenging. Across agriculture and the broader food system, this includes: -Farmers and growers who produce

Go West Wednesday 🌾 High standards matter — especially when it comes to food safety, consumer protection, and public trust. Those standards aren’t optional, and they shouldn’t be lowered. But strong enforcement doesn’t mean standing apart from industry. The best outcomes

Congratulations to Cody Simpson on entering the Republican primary for SC Commissioner of Agriculture. I’ve been fortunate to travel the state for months meeting with other conservatives and laying out my vision for South Carolina agriculture. It’s important for voters to

“I’ve seen his leadership with people; he’s a good Christian man,” Commissioner Hugh Weathers said of Fred West in the SC Daily Gazette. After more than two decades leading the Department of Agriculture, Commissioner Weathers knows what this job requires. Experience matters.

I’ve officially challenged my new opponents to a series of debates across South Carolina — and so far, there’s been no response. For months, I’ve been traveling our state sharing my vision for the future of agriculture and meeting directly with farmers who are hurting right now.

100 days out from the GOP Primary! Over the past year, I’ve been all across South Carolina listening to families who depend on a strong agriculture economy every day. My story isn’t a typical one, it’s shaped by overcoming challenges and learning the value of hard work early in

Today, I FILED to be your next Commissioner of Agriculture. 🇺🇸 Exactly one year ago, I launched my campaign. Since then, I’ve been on the ground all over the state listening to South Carolinians and sharing my vision for the Department of Agriculture, because the truth is,

Happy Easter! 🌅 “Christ died for our sins… He was buried, and He was raised on the third day.” — 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 Grateful for our risen Savior and for the blessings of faith, family, and this season of hope.

I was glad to participate in last night’s agriculture forum and speak on the issues facing South Carolina agriculture. This is a serious job with real responsibility. Voters deserve to see every candidate step up, answer tough questions, and lay out their vision. That’s why