Christina Woerner McInnis

Christina Woerner McInnis (Republican Party) ran for election for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. She lost in the Republican primary runoff on June 16, 2026.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m a fifth-generation Alabama farmer, business owner, and lifelong advocate for agriculture. I grew up working on my family’s farm, where I learned firsthand the value of hard work, stewardship, and the importance of protecting the land that feeds our communities and supports our economy.

Professionally, I’ve worked to grow businesses, create jobs, and bring agricultural innovation to more families and communities across our state. Those experiences showed me that Alabama agriculture faces real challenges, from protecting farmland and supporting family farms to creating opportunities for the next generation and strengthening access to Alabama-grown food.

I’m running for Commissioner of Agriculture because I believe Alabama deserves leadership rooted in real agricultural experience and focused on practical results. I want to protect our farmland, support our farmers, expand opportunities for young people entering agriculture, and make it easier for producers and agricultural businesses to succeed.

Public service is an opportunity to give back to the industry and communities that shaped me. I would be honored to earn the trust and support of the people of Alabama.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Alabama’s farmland is essential to our food supply, economy, and way of life. I will work to protect productive farmland, review pressures from outside development and foreign ownership, and help ensure future generations have the opportunity to farm and grow in Alabama.I believe food security is national security. I will work to strengthen opportunities for Alabama farmers, expand access to Alabama-grown food, support practical nutrition policies, and create stronger connections between local agriculture and Alabama families.I will focus on helping agriculture grow by supporting young and beginning farmers, promoting Sweet Grown Alabama, and making grants, cost-share programs, and agricultural resources easier for farmers and businesses to access and use.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I’m most passionate about policies that strengthen Alabama agriculture, protect our farmland, and improve long-term food security. Agriculture touches every family in our state, and I believe we should make it easier for Alabama farmers and agricultural businesses to succeed.

I care deeply about protecting productive farmland, creating opportunities for young and beginning farmers, and helping ensure future generations can continue Alabama’s agricultural traditions. I’m also passionate about expanding access to Alabama-grown food and making agricultural programs and resources easier to access.

When Alabama agriculture succeeds, Alabama families and communities succeed.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

John McMillan - Former Commissioner of Agriculture

Charles Bishop - Former Commissioner of Agriculture

Alabama First Responders Association