Food Day

WHEREAS, the health and well-being of our citizens is of primary concern for the state of Alabama; and

WHEREAS, promoting safer, healthier diets is a critical factor in improving citizens’ overall health; and

WHEREAS, supporting family farms and local agriculture benefits the state’s economy; and

WHEREAS, obtaining safe conditions for food and farm workers is beneficial for both the producer and consumer so that the food we produce and consume is safe; and

WHEREAS, expanding access to food and reducing hunger is of critical importance; and

WHEREAS, protecting the environment and farm animals is necessary to sustain future generations:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim October 24, 2013, as

Food Day

in the state of the Alabama.