WASHINGTON, March 21, 2023 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack right now launched the next assertion in celebration of the annual Nationwide Agriculture Day:
“On this fiftieth Nationwide Ag Day, we acknowledge the contributions of American farmers, farmworkers, ranchers, forest landowners, and all agricultural producers in offering our nation – and this world – with its meals, gasoline, and fiber.
“All through our historical past, Individuals have confronted unprecedented challenges, however we’ve got at all times been capable of endure thanks largely to the unwavering efforts of those that work the land. Due to the efforts of our agricultural communities, right here in America all of us profit from a wealthy abundance of secure and nutritious meals, which permits us to thrive as one of many few nations on earth that’s meals safe and never depending on every other nation for primary meals wants. American agriculture is ready to lead the world right into a climate-smart future as farmers, ranchers and producers take critically their duty to be stewards of our land and water and participate in on daily basis local weather sensible practices that enhance soil well being and water high quality.
“Rural America is the spine of this nation, and the energy of our agricultural and rural communities helps the vitality and prosperity of our total nation whereas bolstering our nationwide safety and aggressive edge. Final 12 months marked report export numbers for the agricultural sector, displaying that there’s a international want for the high-quality meals produced right here at dwelling and that our agricultural business understands their function in feeding the world, with productiveness and with compassion.
“At USDA, we stay steadfast in our dedication to increasing market alternatives, guaranteeing an agricultural economic system that advantages the numerous and never simply the few, and assembly the second for the alternatives earlier than us. As we glance towards one other 12 months of agricultural management, innovation, and development, allow us to shine a lightweight on all that our agricultural and rural communities do for our nice nation.”
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