Wilton Simpson

Running against

Other 2026 candidates for Commissioner of Agriculture, Statewide.

What to know

Simpson is the sitting Agriculture Commissioner, elected in 2022 with 59% of the vote, and is running for a second term. Before that he served in the Florida Senate from 2012 to 2022, including two years as Senate President, and he has run a large egg farm in Trilby for decades. He carries Donald Trump's endorsement. His campaign points to his record in office, including expanded farmland preservation, conservation easements for the Florida Wildlife Corridor, wildfire funding and Florida's ban on lab-grown meat, rather than a new platform. He has raised far more than his opponents.

Positions on Key Issues

Sourced from campaign websites and public statements. These are the candidate's own claims as published, not independently verified by Activate Pinellas unless marked.

Frequently Asked

Who is Wilton Simpson?

Wilton Simpson is a 2026 Republican candidate for Commissioner of Agriculture, Statewide and is the current incumbent. Wilton Simpson has stated positions on 1 key issues.

What office is Wilton Simpson running for?

Wilton Simpson is running for Commissioner of Agriculture, Statewide.

How can I learn more about Wilton Simpson's positions?

Wilton Simpson's stated positions cover: Environment. See full positions below.