Friday, March 22, 2013

USDA deputy secretary Merrigan resigns


    U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Kathleen Merrigan has announced her resignation.
    "It has been an honor to play a small part in history," Merrigan stated. "I hope that during my tenure, I was able to help open USDA's doors a little wider, inviting new and discouraged constituencies to participate in USDA programs."
    Merrigan said highlights of her term included implementing the 2008 farm bill, improving school meals, expanding opportunities for American farmers, spending hours in the White House situation room, and shepherding USDA budgets through challenging times.
    "USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan has helped USDA achieve record results over the past four years," said Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. "She has played a vital role in the department-wide focus on the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food initiative, as well as our efforts to achieve budget efficiencies and savings during an uncertain budget time. Deputy Secretary Merrigan has led USDA's efforts to implement important regulations, and she has been an important advocate for a strong National Organic Program. I deeply appreciate her service, and I wish her all the best in her future endeavors."

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