U.S. Rep. Randy Forbes, R-4th, was honored Dec. 4 with a 2013 VFBF Distinguished Service Awards.

The award was given during the VFBF Annual Convention in Richmond. Forbes was recognized for distinguished service to agriculture.

Forbes was singled out for his strong support for farmers and Farm Bureau policy positions in Southeast Virginia.

“From cotton to corn to peanuts, producers in Congressman Forbes’ district can count on him to listen to their concerns and do all he can to solve their problems at the federal level,” said VFBF President Wayne F. Pryor.