Recent USDA promotions and appointments strengthen core services
By Farms.com
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today unveiled a series of important staff appointments and promotions that will impact several of its key departments, including marketing, food and nutrition, and rural development.
Eric Deeble, previously serving as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Congressional Relations, has been promoted to Deputy Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs.
Deeble's experience includes significant policy work in agriculture and nutrition, bolstered by his academic background in veterinary medicine and anthropology.
Cindy Long, elevated to Deputy Under Secretary for Food and Nutrition Service, brings extensive experience from within the Food and Nutrition Service where she played a pivotal role in major nutritional initiatives and the overhaul of child nutrition programs under the Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act.
Sean Babington steps up as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Secretary, where he will continue to drive the administration's climate agenda forward. His previous roles include significant contributions to forestry, pesticides, and climate policy in the Senate and direct advisory positions on energy and natural resources.
Andrew Dinsmore now leads as Maryland and Delaware State Director for Rural Development, bringing his extensive background in economic development and appropriations to the fore, enhancing USDA's focus on rural community support.
Pam Monetti, appointed as the Illinois State Director for Rural Development, transitions from a robust career in public relations and community safety to a role that will utilize her extensive experience in handling complex community and media relations.
These strategic updates within the USDA are designed to fortify its capabilities, ensuring that its various departments are led by individuals with a deep understanding of both the challenges and opportunities within the agricultural sector.