EPA launches agriculture & rural affairs office

Mar 04, 2024

By Farms.com

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the formation of the Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs on March 1, 2024. This strategic initiative, unveiled by EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan alongside Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, reflects a robust commitment to supporting the nation's farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.

The announcement, made at the Commodity Classic, the nation’s largest farmer-led convention, signifies the EPA's recognition of the agricultural community's vital role in environmental conservation and economic sustainability. Under the leadership of Rod Snyder, the office will enhance the EPA's engagement with agricultural and rural stakeholders, fostering an environment of mutual respect and collaboration.

The office's key responsibilities include coordinating with EPA regional offices, developing practical solutions that align environmental goals with agricultural productivity, and collaborating with federal and state partners to advance rural prosperity. It will also oversee the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee, providing a platform for policy recommendations directly to the EPA Administrator.

This new office represents a significant step towards integrating agricultural and rural considerations into the EPA's broader environmental objectives. By prioritizing communication and partnership, the EPA aims to ensure that agricultural and rural communities are central to shaping policies that affect their livelihoods and the environment. This effort underscores the importance of a united approach in facing the challenges of today and tomorrow, promising a brighter, more sustainable future for American agriculture and rural life.

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Lyrics:

My days begin with workin’, Alarm’s at 5 o’clock,
I Fill 5 gallon buckets, The feeders and the troughs,
This five to nine ain’t workin’, why the heck do I work so hard?,
I can’t worry ‘bout health problems, I can sleep in when I’m gone,

One, here comes the two to the three to the four,
Tell em’ ‘buy another cow, we need plenty more’,
Blue jeans are gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
There’s another flock of sheep that still needs feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

I’ve been working pretty stressed but,
I ain’t changing for some cash,
Lord knows that I’m very blessed (More chores),
But I gotta say it’s hard,
Workin’ outside gettin’ charred,
Living out here on the farm, (more chores)

One, here comes the two to the three to the four,
Tell em’ ‘buy another cow, we need plenty more’,
Blue jeans are gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history
There’s another 20 chickens that still need feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Everybody on the farm getting’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Fun, here on ranch that’s what you can’t ignore,
Might be pretty hard but I love it to its core,
Flannel’s gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores (Tell ‘em sing with me)

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
There’s another flock of sheep that still needs feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
Watching cattle in the dark, don’t miss me,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
(Yeeeeeehaw)
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
It’s the best bro, go get yourself a farm