Farms.com Home   News

AFBF Statement on Departure of Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh

AFBF Statement on Departure of Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on the announcement that USDA Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh is stepping down at the end of February.

“We’ve enjoyed working with Deputy Secretary Bronaugh for the last two years of her tenure at USDA and we thank her for her service to America’s farmers and ranchers. She has long been someone who understands the needs of farmers and rural communities, and we’ve appreciated her leadership. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors.”

Click here to see more...

Trending Video

Making Soybeans Great Again! + A Fools Gold?

Video: Making Soybeans Great Again! + A Fools Gold?


Trump's post this week that China would buy an additional 8 mmt of U.S. soybeans was a “game changer” near-term. The plunge in Bitcoin down 50% from the highs may no longer be considered a “digital” gold. It has followed the selling in tech this week with the NASDAQ down 7%. The 45Z announcement provided more clarity and guidance resulting in higher soyoil futures. Next weeks USDA February crop report is historically a non-event and more.