Governor Kemp Endorses Incumbent Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper for Re-election
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has officially endorsed incumbent Republican Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper for his 2026 re-election campaign. Harper, a seventh-generation farmer and former state senator, was initially elected in 2022 and is responsible for overseeing Georgia's primary economic sector. Governor Kemp highlighted Harper's achievements in his endorsement, specifically mentioning his efforts to support farmers and consumers across the state. Harper's tenure has included the establishment of the Georgia Farmland Conservation Fund, the implementation of restrictions on foreign land ownership, and the creation of new regulatory frameworks for consumable hemp products. Before his statewide election, Harper served ten years in the Georgia State Senate from 2012 to 2022. Agriculture is a significant economic driver for Georgia, contributing an estimated $91.4 billion annually and supporting approximately 400,000 jobs. Harper is running against Democratic challenger Katherine Juhan-Arnold, a first... 
