WASHINGTON, D.C. – Farm Credit Council President and CEO Christy Seyfert made the following statement on the confirmation of Brooke Rollins as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

“Congratulations to Secretary Rollins on her confirmation. As America’s farmers and ranchers face a range of challenges, it is crucial to have leaders who understand the unique needs of agriculture. For more than a century, Farm Credit has provided reliable, consistent credit and financial services to rural America, and we look forward to continuing our important mission in good times and in bad. We welcome the opportunity to work with Secretary Rollins to advance policies that strengthen rural communities and benefit producers.”

Farm Credit supports rural communities and agriculture with reliable, consistent credit and financial services, today and tomorrow. It has been fulfilling its mission of helping rural America grow and thrive for more than a century with the capital necessary to make businesses successful and by financing vital infrastructure and communication services. For more information visit www.farmcredit.com.

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