Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary leader in Virginia agriculture, Wayne Pryor. This December, Wayne will retire as president of the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation after 18 remarkable years of service as State president. His dedication goes back even further, having previously served as vice president and as a member of the board since 1988. Wayne's contributions to farming haven't gone unnoticed. He was named Virginia Farm Bureau's Eastern District Young Farmer of the Year early in his career and received the organization's Warren Beach Award in 2005, a testament to his commitment to nurturing future leaders in the agriculture industry. His accolades also include the Honorary American FFA Degree, highlighting his dedication to agricultural education and FFA. Wayne's impact extends beyond Virginia. He serves on the board of the American Farm Bureau Federation and is involved with several key organizations within the agricultural community. Additionally, ``Virginia Business'' magazine has recognized him multiple times in its annual ``Virginia 500`` list of the Commonwealth's most influential business, government, and political leaders. Mr. Speaker, Wayne Pryor's leadership has made a lasting impact on the agricultural community and on Virginia itself. We thank him for his service and wish him the best in his well-deserved retirement. Congratulating the Roanoke Catholic School Girls Track and Field Team”