Mississippi State Representative and Cattle Farmer
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Key moments and achievements from Price Wallace's life.
Price was born
· Mendenhall, Mississippi, USA
Graduation
Price Wallace earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from Mississippi State University. This academic pursuit provided the technical and economic framework necessary to manage a modern cattle operation. His time in Starkville solidified his commitment to the industry that serves as the primary driver of the state's economy.
Graduation
Price Wallace earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from Mississippi State University. This academic pursuit provided the technical and economic framework necessary to manage a modern cattle operation. His time in Starkville solidified his commitment to the industry that serves as the primary driver of the state's economy.
Business Ownership
As the owner and operator of Wallace Farms in Mendenhall, Wallace dedicated his daily life to the rigors of cattle farming. This hands-on experience allowed him to understand the nuances of land management and livestock production. His work on the farm was not merely a business but a lifelong vocation that informed his later public service.
Business Ownership
As the owner and operator of Wallace Farms in Mendenhall, Wallace dedicated his daily life to the rigors of cattle farming. This hands-on experience allowed him to understand the nuances of land management and livestock production. His work on the farm was not merely a business but a lifelong vocation that informed his later public service.
Election
Wallace entered public office following a special election to represent District 77 in the Mississippi House of Representatives. He was chosen to succeed Andy Gipson, who had moved to a role as the state's Commissioner of Agriculture. This transition marked the beginning of his role as a legislative voice for the rural communities of Simpson and Rankin counties.
Election
Wallace entered public office following a special election to represent District 77 in the Mississippi House of Representatives. He was chosen to succeed Andy Gipson, who had moved to a role as the state's Commissioner of Agriculture. This transition marked the beginning of his role as a legislative voice for the rural communities of Simpson and Rankin counties.
Appointment
During his legislative tenure, Wallace was appointed as the Vice Chairman of the Agriculture Committee. In this capacity, he leveraged his decades of experience at Wallace Farms to influence state policy and advocate for the farming community. He worked alongside other leaders to ensure that agricultural interests remained a priority in the state's legislative agenda.
Appointment
During his legislative tenure, Wallace was appointed as the Vice Chairman of the Agriculture Committee. In this capacity, he leveraged his decades of experience at Wallace Farms to influence state policy and advocate for the farming community. He worked alongside other leaders to ensure that agricultural interests remained a priority in the state's legislative agenda.
Price Wallace passed away
