House Joint Resolution 116 honors George McDonald for being named the 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year by the University of Tennessee Extension and the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation. The resolution highlights Mr. McDonald's extensive contributions to agriculture, including his management of Catesa Farms, which spans over 9,000 acres and produces a variety of crops. It also notes his commitment to evolving farming practices, incorporating advanced agricultural technology, and his active involvement in various agricultural organizations at multiple levels.

The resolution commends Mr. McDonald for his dedication to the farming community, his advocacy for sustainable practices, and his role as a mentor and leader in the industry. It acknowledges his family legacy in farming and his collaborative work with his daughter and employees. The resolution concludes by extending best wishes to Mr. McDonald for his future endeavors, recognizing him as a distinguished representative of Tennessee's agricultural community.