Georgia Farm Bureau congratulates Perdue after being named U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

Macon, GA. - Georgia Farm Bureau President Gerald Long today offered congratulations to former Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue on his confirmation as the new head of the United States Department of Agriculture.

Following the full U. S. Senate’s vote Monday to officially install Perdue as head of USDA, President Long said:

“It is a great day for Georgia farmers and those connected to the agriculture industry across America. The Georgia Farm Bureau is especially delighted having worked with Sonny Perdue as governor. Our organization knows first- hand the dedication and leadership he brings to the producers in our country.

“It is gratifying to know agriculture is well represented in Washington, D. C., with former Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall leading the American Farm Bureau Federation, and a former Georgia Governor with great agriculture experience serving as the nation’s top agriculture administrator at USDA.”

Founded in 1937, Georgia Farm Bureau is the state’s largest general farm organization and works to promote agriculture through its 158 county chapters. Its volunteer members actively participate in local, district and state activities that promote agriculture awareness to their non- farming neighbors. GFB also offers its members access to numerous benefits that include insurance products, identity theft protection and travel and health service discounts.