Arthur L. Douglas Named
USDA-FSA Executive Director for Utah
Obama Administration Continues Naming
State Executive Directors
for the Farm Service Agency
WASHINGTON, July 30, 2009- The Obama Administration today continued naming individuals who will serve as State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency at the USDA.
"These individuals have a solid understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our rural communities and will help build on the Obama Administration's efforts to rebuild and revitalize rural America," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.
UTAH
Arthur L. Douglas- Douglas currently operates a family farm and ranch in Utah. Since 1997, he has served as President of the Utah Farmers Union and as former Secretary of the National Farmers Union. In 2008, he served as a Rural Agriculture Steering Committee Member, advising the Obama campaign on issues relating to rural America. From 2001-2006, Douglas served as Chairman of the Governor's Agricultural Advisory Board in Utah. He also served 14 years on the Howell Town Community Council, and 15 years as the Northern Utah Soil Conservation District Director.
USDA's Farm Services Agency works to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for rural Americans. Some of the agency's efforts include facilitating income support, disaster assistance and conservation programs, providing operating loans for the procurement of farm equipment, seed and fertilizer, as well as offering ownership loans to help new and veteran producers purchasea farm. FSA also works to procure various commodities to benefit low-income families through domestic food assistance programs.
The USDA provides leadership on food, agriculture and natural resources and touches the life of every American. Reflecting President Obama's commitment to expanding economic opportunities in rural America, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and the USDA are working to enhance availability of broadband, promote the development of renewable energy, to conserve, maintain and improve our natural resources and environment, and promote a sustainable, safe, sufficient and nutritious food supply.
Posted: August, 2009