Important Process Runs Through August 1
County Committees make up a unique system envied broadly for its grassroots connection to governing policy. Each year, about one-third of the committee members are elected in a rotation of leadership. It gives the committees — more than 2,000 throughout the nation and U.S. territories — fresh perspectives on local agricultural issues.
FSA Administrator Val Dolcini comments on the importance of the committees and encourages eligible farmers and ranchers to nominate others or themselves so the committee framework can remain viable.