CropLife America Issues Statement on the Confirmation of Stephen Vaden as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

Following the Senate's confirmation of Stephen Vaden to be Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, CropLife America President and CEO, Alexandra Dunn, issued the following statement:

"CropLife America (CLA) congratulates Stephen Vaden on his Senate confirmation to serve as Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). With firsthand experience growing up on a farm and his previous leadership at USDA, Mr. Vaden brings a deep understanding of agriculture and public service that will help him excel in this role.

"We look forward to working with Mr. Vaden and the USDA team to advance agricultural innovation and further strengthen America's leadership in food production."