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This Concurrent Resolution formally commends and congratulates Ted Parker of Seminary, Mississippi, for being named the 2019 Swisher Sweets/Sunbelt Ag Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year for Mississippi. The resolution highlights Mr. Parker's impressive 40-year farming career, which began with a small investment in cattle and has grown into a significant operation spanning seven farms across six Mississippi counties, with additional grazing locations in other regions. It also acknowledges his expertise in "weight gaining" cattle, his business acumen developed from experience on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, his extensive land holdings, and his dedication to the beef industry. Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the contributions of Mr. Parker and his wife to various local and state agricultural organizations, their willingness to share their knowledge, and the strong support system of his family and employees that has been crucial to his success. Finally, it states that copies of this resolution will be sent to Mr. Parker and the Capitol Press Corps.