Cody Simpson Launches “Farmers Coalition” with Support from All 46 Counties

Cody Simpson, the President Trump-endorsed candidate for South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture, announced today the launch of the Cody for SC Farmers Coalition – a statewide coalition of farmers, producers, and agricultural leaders supporting Simpson’s campaign to protect South Carolina’s farms, families, and future.

The coalition launches with members representing all 46 counties across South Carolina, demonstrating the broad support Simpson has earned since launching his campaign less than three weeks ago.

A fifth-generation South Carolina farmer, Simpson has spent his life working in agriculture and advocating for farmers at both the state and federal levels. As President Trump’s appointed South Carolina State Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency and as Agriculture Advisor to Governor Henry McMaster, Simpson worked directly with producers across the state to address regulatory burdens, disaster relief, conservation programs, and market opportunities for South Carolina-grown products.

The Cody for SC Farmers Coalition will serve as a grassroots network of agricultural leaders who will help organize support in their communities, share Simpson’s vision for South Carolina agriculture, and ensure that farmers’ voices are heard throughout the campaign.

“South Carolina agriculture is more than an industry – it’s a way of life that supports our economy, feeds our families, and defines our rural communities,” Simpson said. “As a fifth-generation farmer, I understand the challenges our producers face because I have lived them. I’m running with President Trump’s support because South Carolina needs a Commissioner of Agriculture who understands agriculture not only from behind a desk but also from the cab of a tractor and the fields of our great state.”

Simpson said his campaign will focus on strengthening South Carolina’s agricultural economy by supporting the farmers, ranchers, and producers who form the very fabric of our nation, protecting farmland for future generations, expanding markets for South Carolina products, and ensuring government policies support farmers, rather than hinder them.

“Farmers across South Carolina want a Commissioner who understands their challenges, respects their work, and will fight for them every day,” Simpson said. “That’s the leadership I am committed to providing.”

The initial list of Cody for SC Farmers Coalition members from all 46 counties is included below.

Abbeville County: Dale Wilson

Aiken County: Tristian DuBose, Al DuBose, Jason Carey, Austin Jackson, Britt Jackson, Trent Rushton, Melanie Shull, Kendt Shull, Jeremy Walther, Jerry Watson, Joe Watson

Allendale County: Austin Connelly, Matthew Connelly, Heather Connelly, Joe Oswald, Joey Oswald, Austin Cone, Micky Scott

Anderson County: Jessica Bell, Sandra Coffman, Catherine Garrison Davis, Will Anderson, Daniel Milam

Bamberg County: Madison Harrington, Mary Katherine Bamberg Harrington, Baylah Varnadoe

Barnwell County: Margo Huggins, Jason Still

Beaufort County: Craig Reaves, Larry Toomer, Tina Toomer

Berkeley County: Will Brunson, Ty Bodiford, Lorraine Moody, Art Nichols, John Villeponteaux, Karen Parker, Michael Parker

Calhoun County: Fred Gantt, Monty Rast, Josh Johnson, Drake Perrow, John Wienges

Charleston County: Weston Marvin, John Smoak, Trey McMillian

Cherokee County: Loye Mayfield, Joey Lemmons

Chester County: Rusty Darby, Evan Streeter, JEB Wilson, Jeff Wilson, Pete Wilson

Chesterfield County: Jimmy Hill, Barbara Hill, Jimmie Rivers, Jr, Bob Robinson, Rep. Ritchie Yow

Clarendon County: Matt Chapman, Brent Cogdill, Sam Durant, Roger Flowers, Bubba Flowers, LeGette Flowers, Jason Gamble, Kevin Hodge, Jay Johnson, Whitney Phillips, Billy Simpson, Bill Simpson, Dr. Dorn Smith

Colleton County: Scott Biering, Phil Rizer, Pam Porter

Darlington County: William Kirven, Cade Kirven, Tom Rhodes, Goz Segars, David Segars,  fAlex Tolson, Andrew Tolson, Cody Windham, Shot Windham, Ellis Atkinson Windham

Dillon County: Keith Allen, Libby Allen, Cullen Bryant, Daniel Baxley, Sonny Price, Tony Price, Curt McSwain

Dorchester County: Perry Chinners, Rep. Greg Ford, Travis Infinger, Hank Hutto, Albert Judy, Trent Pendarvis

Edgefield County: Chris Yonce, Josh Yonce, Sammy Yonce, Scott Cooper, Richard Pendarvis, Martha Sanders, Reg Williams

Fairfield County: Mark Clement, Josh Fabel, Martha Ladd, William Ladd

Florence County: Jack Belew, Hunter Bulloch, Andy Rodgers, Raleigh Ward, Zannie Poston, Henry Swink, Anthony Ward

Georgetown County: Don Quattlebaum, Steven Squires, Sheriff Carter Weaver

Greenville County: Jason Davis, Bryant Harrison, Margaret Harrison, Allen Kellett, Judy Langley, Dr. Walt McPhail, Ashley Trantham, Tom Trantham, Rep. Mark Willis

Greenwood County: Eddy Ellison

Hampton County: Alex Youmans, Gary Youmans, Maggie Knox

Horry County: Benji Andrew, Johnny Shelley, Cam Shelley, Megan Floyd, Richard Floyd, Markel Dixon, Forrest Graham, Elaine Gore, Jennifer Hannigan, Matt Stevens

Jasper County: Thomas Stanley

Kershaw County: Wayne Belger, Ben Connell, Will Galloway

Lancaster County: Kevin Stilwell, Sharon Stilwell, Bob Yoder

Laurens County: Platt Moore

Lee County: Gill Rogers, Charles Rogers, Lee Rogers, Ashleigh Goza, Dr. Clay Lowder, Whit Player

Lexington County: Brett Flashnick, McKenzie Flashnick, Chris Rawl, Spanky Rawl, Brandon Myers, Loren Lindler, Ryan Lindler, Kyle Long

Marion County: Jimmi Lynn Johnson

Marlboro County: Casey Calhoun, Walter Calhoun, Bill Floyd, Rebecca McArthur, Verd Odom, Steve O’Neal

McCormick County: John McComb

Newberry County: Kaytlin Counts, Kaminer Counts, Doug Heydt, Kevin Satterwhite, Ben Setzler, Jimmie Lee Shaw, Lee Shaw

Oconee County: Tim Donald, Daniel McPhail, Paige McPhail, Steve Priole, Valerie Priole, Charlie Whiten, Andy Whiten

Orangeburg County: Andy Fogle, Dean Hutto, Sara Hutto, Joe Haigler, Wally Haigler, Allen Riddle, Scott Riddle, Edward Shuler, Matthew Summers, John Till

Pickens County: R.D. Morrison, Leona Morrison

Richland County: Edward Blessing, Kate Blessing, Colin Blessing, Bill Bouknight, Joy Cottle, Jason Carter, Jamie Lanham, Harold Hill, Heath Hill, Phil Hill, Ray Hill

Saluda County: Corey Bedenbaugh, Alex Berry, Taylor Berry, Jason Holsonback, Josh Quattlebaum, Tim Watkins

Spartanburg County: Paul Abbott, Ben Gramling, James Cooley, Ben Cothran, John & Nicole Jarrett, Travis Howard, Ricky McAbee, Craig McDowell, Jeff Taylor, Josh Taylor

Sumter County: Kristen Dorr, Buddy Rivers, John Rivers, Chris Sumpter, Eli Tomlinson, Zan Tomlinson, Donnie Watts, Johnny Watts

Union County: Norris Fowler, Rodgers Fowler

Williamsburg County: Tommy Brown, Brian McClam, Shane Stuckey, Kevin Tisdale

York County: Lee Clinton, Thomas Clinton, Dickie Harper, Joe St. John, Allison Moses, Martin Moses

Farmers and agricultural leaders interested in joining the coalition can learn more at: http://www.CodyForSC.com/FarmersCoalition