Celina Gómez Advocates for Horticultural Research on Capitol Hill

June 12, 2026

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Celina Gómez recently traveled to Capitol Hill as part of her American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) Leadership Program, representing the organization in meetings with staff members from the offices of Representative Jim Baird, Senator Jim Banks, Senator Todd Young, and Representative Mark Messmer. During her visit, Gómez advocated for continued federal support of horticultural research, highlighting the importance of sustained investment in research that benefits growers, communities, and the broader agricultural landscape.

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