The so-called "Freedom To Farm" bill proved contentious in the General Assembly and it's now garnering attention in the race for Agriculture Commissioner.

A bipartisan group of state lawmakers who serve on agricultural committees in the House and Senate met Tuesday at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, which drew hundreds of lobbyists, ag industry leaders and producers from across the state.

Georgia’s No. 1 industry — agriculture — had one of its best years in 2020, despite and because of the pandemic.

Even as county fairs are being canceled across the country, some are allowing a core element to continue: 4-H club livestock shows. It preserves some normalcy and is a chance to earn college money.