Some of Mississippi State Senator Chuck Younger’s earliest memories involve driving tractors and running farm equipment. The Republican state lawmaker says his love for farming was nurtured by his father. Now a seasoned farmer and rancher, Younger seamlessly balances his duties in the fields with those in the Mississippi Senate.
A decade ago, he decided to embrace a new challenge, transitioning from his role behind fence rows to the center of his state’s political arena. Encouraged by friends and fueled by the legacy of his father’s involvement in politics, Younger embarked on a journey that eventually led him to represent his district in the Mississippi Senate.
Currently serving as the chair of the Mississippi Senate’s agriculture committee, he takes pride in advocating for the agricultural community. With deep ties to the Loun County Farm Bureau as a board member, Younger’s commitment to rural Mississippi and its farmers is evident in his legislative work.
For Younger, being in politics is more than representing the interests of your district, but securing a better future for the next generation. As a grandfather of four, he sees his role as instrumental in shaping policies that impact the lives of Mississippians, particularly those in rural areas.
Grateful for the support of the Farm Bureau, he acknowledges the organization’s pivotal role in advocating for rural Mississippi and its farmers. With an unyielding belief in the importance of taking care of people back home, Younger emphasizes the bipartisan nature of his work, focusing on the needs of all constituents.