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“In the past 40 years, the United States lost more than a million farmers and ranchers. Many of our farmers are aging. Today, only nine percent of family farm income comes from farming, and more and more of our farmers are looking elsewhere for their primary source of income.”

Quote by Tom Vilsack

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Tom Vilsack is a seasoned politician who served as the United States Secretary of Agriculture. Born on December 13, 1950, he has dedicated himself to promoting agricultural modernization and sustainability. During his tenure, he implemented several agricultural reform measures aimed at improving the living standards of farmers and enhancing the competitiveness of the agricultural industry. more

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