Southwest Florida’s agricultural and natural resources industries have an annual impact of $8.11 billion through direct, indirect, and induced sales. Our farmers and ranchers feed, clothe, and shelter our community—but they rely on essential partnerships with urban and suburban communities. National Farm-City Week takes place the week before Thanksgiving every year to recognize the importance of our farmers and further the cooperative network that keeps our country healthy and happy. In the past years, we have attracted over 3000 local business leaders and farm families to help raise proceeds for our local youth programs. This year, we need your support to ensure that our children can continue to learn about the agricultural industry and what it means to us. Since its inception, the annual Farm City BBQ has raised over $600,000 for local non-profit organizations. Our goal is to commemorate the interdependence of the vibrant network of farmers and business owners who support the economy and our people. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to consider the food on our tables and where it comes from. And what better way to give thanks than to offer a delicious meal served up by our own elected officials?