About the Committee

A Heritage Rooted in South Georgia

In the mid-1980s, Georgia farmers realized they had something truly special. The sweet, mild flavor of the Vidalia® onion was unlike anything else on the market—and it was no accident. It was the result of a rare combination of soil, water, and climate found only in a small pocket of South Georgia.

To protect, promote, and preserve this one-of-a-kind crop, the Vidalia® Onion Committee was formed.

What We Do

The Vidalia® Onion Committee administers the Federal Marketing Order #955 and is dedicated to:

Supporting research and innovation
Protecting the integrity and quality of the Vidalia® name
Promoting the brand across the U.S. and beyond
Providing support and resources to registered growers and handlers

Through marketing programs, grower education, and quality control, the Committee works year-round to uphold the legacy and value of the Vidalia® onion.

Committee Members

Omar Cruz

Chairman

Bland Farms

Dixie Jarriel

Vice Chairwoman

Dry Branch Farms

Aries Haygood

Member

A&M Farms

Landon Cowart

Member

Cowart Farms

Troy Bland

Member

Bland Farms

Brett Williams

Member

5W Farms

Sky Jones

Member

Herndon Farms

Kevin Hendrix

Member

Hendrix Farms

Shane Curry

Executive Director

Chelsea Page

Director of Marketing & Compliance

Support the Sweet Legacy of Vidalia Onions

Whether you’re a grower, retailer, or fan of the flavor, we invite you to connect with us, explore our story, or get involved in the Vidalia® community.