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Commissioner of Agriculture

Unofficial result: Won — Wilton Simpson (Republican)

Source: floridaelectionwatch.gov

Florida
My vote power: Average

What does this office do?

  • Inspecting food safety
  • Checking gas pumps and store scales for accuracy, in many states
  • Setting rules on pesticides and animal health

Affects: Environment and Public Health, Cost of Living Reduction, Social Programs and Welfare,

Candidates:

Joey Mendoza Atkins

Lost

Democratic

Joey Mendoza Atkins is a 2026 Democratic primary candidate for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture.

Kyle "KC" Gibson

Lost

Write-In

An African Methodist Episcopal Church senior pastor who has also taught in Broward and Indian River schools. He has appeared on Florida ballots in statewide and local contests.

Wilton Simpson

Won

Republican · Incumbent

Wilton Simpson is Florida's 13th Commissioner of Agriculture, a fifth-generation Floridian born and raised in the state. A lifelong farmer and entrepreneur, he owned and managed a large-scale egg-laying operation for over four decades.

Records: Environment and Public Health 4 for, 1 against, Corporate Accountability 3 for, Social Programs and Welfare 3 for

Source: dos.elections.myflorida.com