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Quick Summary
- Mayor of Douglas in Marshall County.
- Grocery store operator, cattle farmer, and poultry farmer.
- Republican nominee for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries in 2026.
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Party: Republican
Overview
Corey Hill is a farmer, grocery store owner, and mayor from Marshall County. He has described himself as a fourth-generation farmer and has experience operating poultry and cattle farms while also running a grocery business. He is the Republican nominee for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries in 2026.
What He Did
Short version: key actions and why they may matter to your vote.
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Working farmer and agricultural producer
Action:
Hill operates cattle and poultry farms and has described his family farm as a fourth-generation farming operation.
Why it matters:
The Agriculture Commissioner oversees programs affecting farmers, livestock producers, and agricultural businesses throughout Alabama.
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Food retail experience
Action:
Hill has owned and operated an independent grocery store while working in agriculture.
Why it matters:
Food safety, recalls, inspections, and agricultural products all fall within areas touched by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries.
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Local government leadership
Action:
Hill serves as Mayor of Douglas in Marshall County.
Why it matters:
His campaign materials and public statements highlight work involving roads and bridges, community development, and support for small businesses.
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Agriculture and food safety experience
Action:
Hill has pointed to his experience as a farmer and grocery store operator when discussing food safety, agricultural regulation, and farm-related issues.
Why it matters:
The Agriculture Department oversees food inspections, agricultural programs, protecting consumerss, and other services connected to Alabama's food supply.
Campaign Notes
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Agriculture policy priorities
Hill has called for expanding the Sweet Grown Alabama program, increasing opportunities for schools to purchase food from Alabama farmers, restoring a rural agricultural crime division, reducing regulatory burdens on farmers, and increasing testing of certain imported food products.
Experience
- Mayor of Douglas, Alabama
- Grocery Store Operator
- Cattle Farmer
- Poultry Farmer
- Graduate of Douglas High School
- Attended Snead State Community College and Jacksonville State University
Things to Think About
- How important is direct farming experience when choosing an Agriculture Commissioner?
- Should Alabama focus more on expanding local food programs and support for farmers?
- What role should the Agriculture Department play in food safety and rural economic development?
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