Attention Georgia Vidalia onion producers: The Vidalia Onion Committee (VOC) is seeking nominations from industry producers. The VOC elects eight new nominees annually. Four members and four alternate seats are currently available on the committee. The VOC administers the Federal Marketing Order 955 locally and consists of eight producer members and their alternates, one public member and an alternate.
The VOC oversees the Vidalia onion marketing order and is responsible for conducting research, marketing and advertising on behalf of the industry.
Members are limited to three consecutive two-year terms of office.
The VOC encourages all interested members, including minorities, women and those with physical challenges, to apply as they work toward building a diverse and representative membership. The committee is interested in receiving input from small businesses and organic growers, so the committee can represent all interests in the Vidalia onion industry.
Nominations are being accepted until Aug. 29. Please contact the VOC to receive a nomination form at shane@vidaliaonion.org or cablaxton@vidaliaonion.org or (912) 537-1918. Nomination forms can be submitted via fax at 912-537-2166 or by mail at P.O. Box 1609, Vidalia, Georgia 30475.
No absentee votes will be accepted; walk-in voting only. All voters must be in good standing with the committee, which is defined as having timely and regular reports, as well as current assessments.
Voting will occur at the VOC office on Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.