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SR 2042

Commending Chiles Family Orchards.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Creigh Deeds

Virginia Senate Resolution 2042 recognizes Chiles Family Orchards for producing a Guinness-record peach and displays a replica fruit for public viewing.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR2042ER)
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Bill Summary · SR 2042

Summary of Virginia Senate Resolution No. 2042 (2026 Session)

Purpose and intent

  • SR 2042 is a resolution commending Chiles Family Orchards of Crozet, Virginia.
  • It recognizes the farm’s achievement of setting a Guinness World Record for the heaviest peach.

Key provisions and changes

  • The resolution formally acknowledges the orchard’s accomplishment and its place in the local community.
  • It notes historical context: Chiles Family Orchards has been a long-standing local producer, transitioning from commercial production to a “pick your own” operation, and is currently led by owner and fifth-generation grower Henry Chiles.
  • It highlights factors contributing to the record fruit (an unusual early April frost reducing fruit load per tree, and a wet spring/early summer that supported large fruit development).
  • The resolution states the orchard will produce a replica of the world-record peach for display at the orchard to allow visitors to appreciate the achievement.
  • The resolution expresses admiration and best wishes for ongoing success.

People and entities affected

  • Primarily Chiles Family Orchards and its owner, Henry Chiles.
  • The Greater Charlottesville community, which benefits from the farm’s local produce and horticultural engagement.
  • The general public who may visit the orchard to view the replica record fruit.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced in the 2026 Special Session of the Virginia Senate (Session 2026S1).
  • Presented on June 17, 2026; laid on the Clerk’s Desk the same day.
  • Sponsored by Senator Creigh Deeds (co-sponsor). The measure is a non-binding ceremonial resolution, not a statute or appropriation.

Additional context

  • The resolution serves as a formal expression of the Senate’s admiration and best wishes for Chiles Family Orchards and its continued success.
  • It specifically mentions the world-record peach weight: 828.5 grams (approximately 1 lb 13 oz), verified September 10, 2025.

Impact

  • No fiscal impact or legal changes are enacted by this type of resolution.
  • The primary impact is ceremonial recognition and public acknowledgment of a local agricultural achievement, potentially enhancing the farm’s visibility and community pride.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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