Mar 4, 2019Secretary Sonny Perdue headlines 2019 Potato D.C. Fly-In
From the National Potato Council:
“(The week of Feb. 25-28) Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue headlined an outstanding DC Fly-In for the potato industry. National Potato Council President President Larry Alsum welcomed the Secretary and noted that he ‘has been a strong advocate for full access to Mexico for U.S. potatoes.’
“During his remarks, (Perdue) highlighted the importance of trade for the potato industry and reaffirmed USDA’s partnership in pushing to enhance our exports. He also reinforced the benefits of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) Agreement and the importance of its urgent ratification.
“Secretary Perdue’s keynote address on (Feb. 26) kicked off several days of action in the nation’s capital. Members also heard from several U.S. Senators during the business session Tuesday afternoon on Capitol Hill. Their remarks also touched on trade and other topics including agriculture labor reform, research and infrastructure legislation.”