On behalf of the nation’s sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers and workers, the American Sugar Alliance issued the following statement on Brooke Rollins’ confirmation as Secretary of Agriculture:
“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Secretary Rollins! Her leadership comes at a critical time for American agriculture, and we stand ready to work with Secretary Rollins and the Trump administration to advance policies that put America’s farmers first.
“A key priority will be advancing a five-year Farm Bill that delivers a strong safety net for family farmers, safeguards our national food security and supply chains, and bolsters the rural economies that feed and fuel our nation. With her deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing rural America, Secretary Rollins is poised to lead the charge to secure a more prosperous future for U.S. agriculture.”
America’s sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers and workers are proud to support more than 151,000 jobs coast to coast, drive $23.3 billion in annual economic impact, and provide a steady, affordable supply of made-in-America sugar.