July 12, 2023

AFBF welcomes confirmation of new US Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has received positively the confirmation of Xochitl Torres Small as the United States' Deputy Secretary of Agriculture.

"AFBF congratulates Xochitl Torres Small on her confirmation, and we look forward to working closely with her on the big issues ahead for agriculture,” said AFBF president Zippy Duvall.

"Her previous leadership experience at USDA and her time on the (US) House Agriculture Committee give her important perspective and solid experience to hit the ground running in addressing the challenges and seizing the opportunities ahead for America's farmers and ranchers."

- AFBF