Summary
Johnston County commissioners on Nov. 3 proclaimed November 2025 as Farm City Week, recognizing the economic role of local agriculture and the partnerships that deliver food from farms to consumers.
The Johnston County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 3 adopted a proclamation declaring November 2025 as Farm City Week and praising the partnership between farmers and city residents that produces food and supports the county economy.
"This is part of a national celebration that recognizes the partnership that it requires to put food on the table of Americans," Bryant Spivey told the board, noting the county's continued production of tobacco and sweet potatoes and inviting commissioners to a Farm City banquet the week before Thanksgiving.
Commissioner Davis read the proclamation, which cites agriculture’s contribution to jobs and value‑added income in the county and encourages citizens to recognize the farm‑city collaboration.
The board adopted the proclamation by voice vote.
Why it matters: The proclamation is ceremonial but signals county support for agriculture and recognizes agriculture's economic role in Johnston County.
Sources: Remarks and proclamation read at the Nov. 3 meeting by Bryant Spivey and Commissioner Davis.
