WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk have announced the appointment of 16 additional members to six agricultural trade advisory committees.
"USDA and USTR rely on the advice and counsel these committees provide on trade issues," said Vilsack. "With U.S. exports of food and agricultural products expected to reach the second highest level ever this fiscal year, trade contributes substantially to a healthy agricultural economy. These new members broaden the spectrum of U.S. agricultural experts that we can consult with on the committees as we formulate our trade strategy. This. . .