ARLINGTON, VA – The National Milk Producers Federation
(NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) today praised the nomination
of Alexis Taylor to serve as USDA’s Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign
Agricultural Affairs.
“This position is
essential to the health and well-being of American agriculture, and especially
the nation’s dairy farmers, who last year exported over 17% of the milk they
produced,” said Jim Mulhern, president and CEO of NMPF. “We are extremely
pleased that the Biden Administration has selected such a well-qualified
nominee as Ms. Taylor. She has done an excellent job in her prior government
service roles and we know will be a strong advocate for U.S. dairy and
agriculture as Under Secretary of Trade. We look forward to supporting her
throughout the nomination process and working closely with her in her new role
once confirmed by the Senate.”
“Consumers around the world seek out American
dairy products when making their food decisions,” said Krysta Harden, president
and CEO of USDEC. “Unfortunately, ensuring our products reach international
store shelves is an unending struggle, working to overcome barriers to trade
while also striving to create new market access opportunities. With her wealth
of leadership experience at both USDA and at the state level, Ms. Taylor is
perfectly positioned to serve American farmers, the broader agricultural
industry, and American workers throughout the agricultural supply chain in this
indispensable role. The Senate should act quickly to confirm this outstanding
nominee.”