St. Paul, Minnesota — The former Iowa governor who now heads the USDA says the young farmers of today will be the key to innovation that will sustain the industry.
US Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the next generation of farmers will be the ones in the spotlight and help to feed the planet.
Vilsack encourages young people to be open to inspiration, urging them to follow their dreams and branch out into the ag sector. While recognizing current difficulties in the ag industry, Vilsack says the opportunity for innovation and change in farming makes this an exciting moment in history.
One of the USDA’s goals, he says, is to make sure young people who want to farm have the resources necessary to enter the industry. Vilsack made his comments at the Minnesota State Fair, which started its 12-day run on Thursday.
