NFU Remembers President Jimmy Carter, Last Farmer to Occupy White House and Farmers Union Award Recipient

December 29, 2024

National Farmers Union (NFU) today expressed condolences to the Carter family on the passing of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter.

Carter, the most recent farmer to occupy the White House, was a strong supporter of family farms and notably appointed Farmers Union member and organizer Bob Bergland Secretary of Agriculture.

"President Carter's agricultural roots prepared him to serve this country with grace and compassion through a difficult time and continue his humanitarian efforts for the remainder of his life,” said NFU President Rob Larew. “The fact that a humble peanut farmer from Georgia can hold the highest office in this country is a testament to the strength and value of the voice of family farmers and ranchers everywhere. We send our condolences to the Carter family and join the rest of the nation in remembering this great man.”

In 1992, NFU presented Carter with the Meritorious Service Award to Humanity, the highest honor given by Farmers Union.

Source: NFU

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