Fundraising heats up in race for Alabama Agriculture Commissioner

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August 7, 2025

(Christina Woerner McInnis for Alabama AG Commissioner /Facebook, Jack Williams Campaign/Contributed, YHN)

With incumbent Rick Pate term-limited, the Republican field for Alabama’s Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries is wide open.

Three GOP contenders, Jack Williams, Christina Woerner McInnis, and Corey Hill, are vying for the role, each building their financial position ahead of the May 19, 2026, primary. According to campaign finance reports filed with the Alabama Secretary of State’s Campaign Finance Division, all three candidates have reported substantial financial activity since July 31, 2025.

State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer), in his third term in the Alabama Legislature, leads the field in available campaign funds.

The latest financial report to date shows Williams had $509,774.17 in cash on hand. He reported $250,683.47 in other receipts, and transferred $216,796 from a previous Senate campaign account. His contributions total $121,075.00, with $350.00 reported in May, $109,525.00 in June, and $11,200.00 reported in July. His campaign reports $79,823.25 in expenditures to date.

Business owner Christina Woerner McInnis of Baldwin County also has substantial funds available. The finance report found on the Alabalma Secretary of State’s website reports that McInnis had monetary contributions of $191,559.50, and other receipts of $250,000. The latest report shows McInnis reported spending $222,346.03, leaving her with $186,664.27 in available funds.

Farmer and Douglas Mayor Corey Hill has loaned his campaign $40,000 and raised approximately $70,553.00 in contributions. Hill has spent $6,998.00 and reports having $103,555.00 in cash on hand.

While fundraising helps candidates reach voters through advertising and events, endorsements from influential organizations can be equally valuable.

All three candidates have already earned high-profile endorsements. The Alabama Forestry Association has endorsed Williams. McInnis secured support from the Alabama Associated General Contractors. Hill recently received the backing of the Alabama Grocers Association.

One of the most coveted endorsements in this race — from the Alabama Farmers Federation — has yet to be announced.

Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].