TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Continuing a long-standing tradition and kicking off the Christmas Season at the Florida Capitol, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson this week presented Florida-grown Christmas trees to the offices of Governor Ron DeSantis, Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis, Florida Senate President Ben Albritton, and Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez. Commissioner Simpson is also encouraging Floridians to support Florida Christmas tree growers, many of whom were impacted by recent hurricanes.
“Florida-grown Christmas trees bring a special touch of home to the holiday season, and we’re proud to continue this tradition at the Florida Capitol. I want to thank Bavarian Christmas Tree Farm and the Camacho family for providing these beautiful trees that represent the hard work and dedication of Florida’s growers,” said Commissioner Simpson. “Many of our growers have faced significant challenges from recent storms, and now more than ever, it’s important to support local growers. By choosing a Florida-grown Christmas tree, you’re not only celebrating the season but also helping to sustain Florida agriculture.”
Bavarian Christmas Tree Farm provided this year’s Christmas trees to be displayed at Capitol through the month of December. Bavarian Christmas Tree Farm in Tallahassee, Florida, is owned and operated by Franco, Robert, and Sigrid Camacho and a proud member of the Fresh From Florida program.
Use the department’s Christmas Tree Locator tool to find a Florida-grown tree near you.
For more information about Commissioner Simpson and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, visit FDACS.gov.
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