AFBF Welcomes Luke Lindberg Confirmation
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall today commented on the confirmation of Luke Lindberg as Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at USDA. “Farm Bureau welcomes Luke Lindberg to his new role at USDA, guiding decisions that impact agricultural trade. Rarely has there been such an active time when it comes to trade discussions and impacts to American farmers, so Luke certainly has his work cut out for him. “Luke’s experience working to expand international markets and ensure U.S. farmers get a fair shake will serve USDA and our country well. We look forward to working with him in this new capacity.”
NCBA Congratulates Luke Lindberg on USDA Trade Under Secretary Confirmation
Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane issued a statement on the confirmation of Luke Lindberg to serve as Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): “Trade has been front and center in this administration, and with the sheer volume of deals in progress, it’s critical to have a Senate confirmed official leading trade and foreign agricultural affairs for USDA. NCBA is thrilled to see Luke Lindberg confirmed to this post. Lindberg has spent his career expanding trade opportunities for American businesses and fixing unfair trade deals. We look forward to working with him to secure even more trade wins for America’s cattle farmers and ranchers.”
NASDA applauds Lindberg’s confirmation as USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Ted McKinney congratulates Luke Lindberg on his recent confirmation as Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. McKinney issued the following statement: “NASDA welcomes Under Secretary Lindberg’s enthusiasm in addressing agricultural trade challenges and opportunities for U.S. farmers. The agricultural industry needs a steadfast advocate in this role to stand with our farmers and exporters as they continue to provide safe and nutritious food to people worldwide. NASDA remains ready to collaborate closely with Under Secretary Lindberg and Secretary Rollins on these critical priorities.”
U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom
Dan Halstrom applauded the strong showing of bipartisan support in the Senate, noting Lindberg’s expertise on trade issues and his passion for expanding agricultural exports. Lindberg was formerly chief of staff and chief strategy officer at the Export-Import Bank. He more recently worked under Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at the America First Policy Institute and served as president and CEO of South Dakota Trade, an organization that helps South Dakota companies expand global business opportunities. When the Senate returns from its August recess, Halstrom also urges swift confirmation of Dr. Julie Callahan, President Trump’s nominee to serve as chief agricultural negotiator at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.
Joint Statement from NMPF and USDEC on Senate Confirmation of Luke Lindberg as USDA Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs:
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) today applauded the Senate’s confirmation of Luke Lindberg to the position USDA Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Statement from Gregg Doud, President and CEO of NMPF: “We are excited to get to work with Under Secretary Lindberg, who has a proven track record of advancing American agricultural interests and will help USDA deliver results for American dairy producers and cooperatives. Mr. Lindberg’s leadership and understanding of trade policy strengthen the future of U.S. dairy. We look forward to working with Under Secretary Lindberg and the entire Trump administration to champion American dairy farmer interests, fight back on unjustified and unscientific barriers to American exports and open markets across the globe.” Statement from Krysta Harden, President and CEO of USDEC: “The confirmation of Luke Lindberg represents a significant win for U.S. dairy exporters and our industry’s global competitiveness. Mr. Lindberg’s experience leading trade missions and managing export initiatives position him perfectly to break down trade barriers and create pathways for American dairy to reach global consumers. Last year, U.S. dairy exports reached a historic $8.2 billion, demonstrating the tremendous global demand for American dairy products. This position is critical to advancing America’s leadership in international dairy markets. Together we can put more Made in America dairy on more overseas shelves. We are delighted to have a strong advocate for policies that enhance competitive dairy access into international markets.”
Growth Energy Statement on Luke Lindberg’s Confirmation as USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs
Growth Energy, the nation’s largest biofuel trade association, welcomed news that the Senate had approved the nomination of Luke Lindberg as the Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Our industry is confident that Lindberg will be a strong voice to speak on behalf of American farmers and ethanol producers on the global stage,” said Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. “His experience at South Dakota Trade and at the Export-Import Bank make him uniquely qualified to take bold action on behalf of our industry and our farm partners, and we commend the Senate for taking quick action on his nomination. We look forward to working with Lindberg and other leaders at USDA to make sure American farmers and rural communities benefit from the Administration’s efforts to balance our trade relationships.”
U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Congratulates Lindberg, USDA Under Secretary
U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council President and CEO Ryan LeGrand spoke highly of the appointment of Luke Lundberg as USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs over the weekend: “The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council congratulates newly named Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs (TFAA) Luke Lindberg and looks forward to working with him on many ag trade efforts around the world. He will surely be an advocate for U.S. corn, sorghum, barley, ethanol and distillers grains in negotiations with many leaders in the markets in which we work to find homes for our products and I’m confident he will help lead the way in opening new markets for which they are sorely needed.” Before his new role, Lindberg was Chief of Staff and Chief Strategy Officer at the Export-Import Bank of the United States during President Trump’s first term. He also led South Dakota Trade, a public–private partnership focused on expanding international market access for regional exporters.
USW Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Luke Lindberg as USDA Undersecretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs
U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) today welcomed the confirmation of Luke Lindberg as Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “We congratulate Luke Lindberg on his Senate confirmation and look forward to working with him as the USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs,” said Mike Spier, USW President and CEO. “Lindberg will be helpful at the helm USDA’s trade efforts as we navigate new trade deals and continue our efforts to expand markets for U.S. wheat farmers.” “We also thank the U.S. Senate for prioritizing this position for confirmation. Having designated leadership for agriculture in place is critical during this period of rapid trade talks and for upcoming USDA trade missions.”
NSP Welcomes Lindberg as USDA Under Secretary for Trade
National Sorghum Producers today congratulated Luke Lindberg on his confirmation as U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. “We’re excited to welcome Luke Lindberg into this important role,” said NSP Chair Amy France, a farmer from Scott City, Kan. “Trade is the lifeblood of sorghum farming families, and having a strong advocate for agriculture at the table makes all the difference. I’m confident his experience and drive will help open more doors for U.S. farmers and ensure our voices are heard on the global stage.” International trade is a top priority for National Sorghum Producers, and the organization looks forward to working with Under Secretary Lindberg to continue developing new markets and strengthening existing ones for U.S. sorghum.
FIA Congratulates Lindberg on Confirmation as USDA’s Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Undersecretary
The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) congratulates Luke Lindberg for his Senate confirmation over the weekend as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s undersecretary for trade and foreign affairs. Lindberg previously served as chief of staff at the Export-Import Bank during the previous Trump administration. He also led South Dakota Trade as its president and CEO, supporting the state’s businesses in navigating global markets. He has held a senior fellowship at the America First Policy Institute, co-founded by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. Committed to eliminating the $49.5 billion agricultural trade deficit, Lindberg has emphasized that he plans to collaborate with commodity groups and champion U.S. producers on the global stage. AFIA’s President and CEO Constance Cullman issued the following statement today following the 77-18 Senate vote on Capitol Hill. “Congratulations to Luke Lindberg on his well-deserved confirmation as USDA undersecretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs. Lindberg brings a deep understanding of global trade and a strong track record of advocating for American agriculture. His leadership comes at a critical time, and we’re confident he will be a powerful voice in opening new markets, strengthening trade relationships and advancing the competitiveness of U.S. agricultural exports, which include animal food. We look forward to working closely with him in support of our nation’s producers and and animal food manufacturers.”
