Ag Groups React to Nomination of Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

AFBF Welcomes Nomination of Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture:

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on President Biden’s intention to nominate Xochitl Torres Small to serve as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture.

“AFBF congratulates Xochitl Torres Small on her nomination to serve as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. Her experience with rural America and her time on the House Agriculture Committee give her important perspective to address the issues facing America’s farmers and ranchers.

“We look forward to working with her to ensure USDA continues to support America’s farmers and their mission to grow safe, affordable food for families across the nation.”

NASDA praises President Biden’s nomination of Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture:

Regarding the announcement of President Biden’s nomination of Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney released the following statement:
 
“Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small is an exciting choice for the future of our food system. With her experience leading the industry as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Rural Development and her perspective on state and local issues as former U.S. representative for New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district, NASDA stands ready to support Torres Small.
 
NASDA also thanks President Biden for recognizing the importance of continuity of leadership for the U.S. Department of Agriculture.”

Chairwoman Stabenow Statement on the Nomination of Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as USDA Deputy Secretary:

U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Chairwoman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, issued the following statement regarding the nomination of Xochitl Torres Small to serve as Deputy Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

“I am very pleased that President Biden acted quickly and nominated Xochitl Torres Small for this important leadership role at USDA.  As a Congresswoman and as the granddaughter of migrant farm workers, Ms. Torres Small fought for vulnerable, rural communities, and as Undersecretary of Rural Development, she gave a voice to the 60 million people who call rural America their home.  In her time as Undersecretary, I have been impressed with Ms. Torres Small’s commitment to addressing challenges in our food supply chain, fighting the climate crisis, and creating good paying jobs in rural America.  I know she will carry this experience with her as Deputy Secretary.  I look forward to working with her to pass a bipartisan Farm Bill, and I plan to move her nomination through the Committee as expeditiously as possible.”

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