"We look forward to working together to create new opportunities to better the lives of dairy farmers and others living in rural America". As agriculture secretary, he'll be in charge of around 100,000 employees and the nation's food and farm programs, including agricultural subsidies, conservation efforts, rural development programs, food safety and nutrition programs such as food stamps and federally-subsidized school meal, Kansas Sen. "As Governor of Georgia, Sonny Perdue was a great friend to the fresh fruit and vegetable industry and we look forward to working with him once again to ensure all Americans have access to healthy, nutritious foods". "There's important work ahead for the secretary, and he'll need to address these challenges against the backdrop of the biggest drop in farm prices and income we've seen in decades".
President Donald Trump nominated Perdue in January but progress on his confirmation was slow due to media reports suggesting that undoing his various business entanglements caused delays in the ethics filings, according to U.S. News.
"United Fresh congratulates Secretary Perdue on his confirmation today by the full Senate. As farmers face challenging economic times, we have confidence that Governor Perdue will bring the agriculture industry back on track".
Perdue's cousin, Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., voted "present" but presided over the vote and announced the final tally. We are excited to have a secretary that comes from the industry, understands the complexities of our business, and is willing to stand up and fight for the hard-working men and women in rural America.
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A statement on USDA's website provides more information on Secretary Sonny Perdue. He has owned several agricultural businesses, but isn't related to or affiliated with the food company Perdue or the poultry producer Perdue Farms.
Perdue may also find himself in the uncomfortable position of defending agriculture in an administration that has so far given the issue limited attention, despite Trump's strong support in rural areas.
ASA President and IL soybean farmer Ron Moore said, "The USDA plays the most crucial of government functions for farmers across the country, and we are glad that Secretary Perdue is finally on board".
"Secretary Perdue is highly qualified to run USDA, having grown up on a farm, been trained as a veterinarian, enjoyed success as a small businessman, and serving as Georgia governor for eight years". It also means protecting risk management programs during a weak economy, and beginning preparations for the next farm bill. "His leadership skills and knowledge of production ag will be beneficial as the Senate begins work on the next farm bill".
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