SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 537

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the third annual Taste of Terry County Vineyard Festival, which is being held August 1, 2015; and

WHEREAS, This enjoyable annual event has served to help raise awareness of the importance of the wine grape industry in Terry County and the prevalence of vineyards in the region; and

WHEREAS, Terry County, with its hot summer days and cool nights, dry, windy environment, and well-draining soil is an ideal area for growing world-class wine grapes; and

WHEREAS, Wine grapes are an increasingly important crop in Texas, and the skilled and knowledgeable farmers who bring them to harvest play a vital role in our state's agricultural industry; it is truly fitting that the Taste of Terry County Vineyard Festival receive recognition for the role it plays in promoting this significant segment of the state's economy; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the organizers of the Taste of Terry County Vineyard Festival on their hard work and commitment and extend to them best wishes for a rewarding event; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion.

Perry

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 13, 2015.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate