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.
Provided by the Office of the Governor of Alabama | governor.alabama.gov