NCC: Vilsack Confirmation Positive for Agriculture

The National Cotton Council welcomed the Senate’s confirmation of Tom Vilsack as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture for the second time, following his previous tenure from 2009 to 2017.

Following Vilsack’s nomination late last year, NCC Chairman Kent Fountain noted that the cotton industry had the opportunity to work closely with Secretary Vilsack during his previous eight-year tenure.

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“Tom Vilsack has a good understanding of the challenges facing the agriculture sector and its contributions to the nation’s economy,” said Fountain, a Georgia cotton producer and ginner. “The U.S. cotton industry has confidence that under his leadership, policies and programs will be advanced that will support production agriculture and enable American farmers to continue producing safe and affordable food and fiber.”

Based on information provided by the National Cotton Council

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