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House Resolution 897
By: Representatives Meeks of the 178
th
, O’Steen of the 169
th
, Dickey of the 134
th
, Mathis of
the 133
rd
, Hagan of the 156
th
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Ralph Evans upon his induction into the Georgia Agricultural
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Hall of Fame; and for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, Ralph Evans has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital3
role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the4
citizens of Georgia; and5
WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,6
talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state as evidenced7
dramatically by his superlative service with R.W. Griffin Feed, Seed, and Fertilizer; and8
WHEREAS, R.W. Griffin Feed, Seed, and Fertilizer was founded by Ralph's grandfather in9
1922; and 10
WHEREAS, since taking over the business in 1977, he has expanded it from a single location11
with 25 employees to a conglomerate of 42 companies with over 500 employees; and12
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WHEREAS, under his guidance, R.W. Griffin Feed, Seed, and Fertilizer has adapted to the
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needs of Georgia's farmers, emphasizing the principal of service, integrity, and mutually14
beneficial partnerships; and15
WHEREAS, Ralph's influence in the industry was felt early in his career when he was invited16
to join the board of the crop protection cooperative buying group, Chem Nut, Inc., in 1983;17
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WHEREAS, his significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience and19
diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state have20
earned him a place in the Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame; and21
WHEREAS, he is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for22
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and23
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this24
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.25
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26
the members of this body recognize and commend Ralph Evans for his efficient, effective,27
unselfish, and dedicated service to the State of Georgia; congratulate him upon being28
inducted into the Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame; and extend the most sincere best wishes29
for continued health and happiness.30
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized31
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Ralph32
Evans.33
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