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Commends the Alabama Food Manufacturers and Producers Association on the 10th anniversary of the Buy Alabama's Best Campaign, designated for February 24, 2016.

Buy Alabama's Best Campaign was formed in 2006 by four Alabama companies, the Alabama Grocers Association, and the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries to help consumers identify products made, manufactured, produced, and headquartered in Alabama.

Retailers throughout the state highlight Alabama-made products during March and September through displays, promotions, advertising, and special events.

Alabama food product sales generate a $2 billion economic impact and, along with food service industries, employ one out of every four Alabamians.

The Buy Alabama's Best program has donated over $500,000 to Children's of Alabama through product sales and retail icon sales to support childhood cancer research.