A family nurse practitioner with Centra Medical Group and a farmer in Bedford County, Amy Johnson was awarded the Outstanding Woman in Agriculture distinction by the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has been awarded $500,000 to help address farmer mental health and stress in the Commonwealth.
Jewel Bronaugh offered her insight to the Senate Agriculture Committee on April 23 as the committee considered her nomination to be deputy secretary of agriculture. She brings an extensive background in serving agriculture and research as well as a commitment to serve all those who rely on USDA.
“I will be a champion for all farmers, producers, families and rural communities who rely on USDA,” she told the members.
The position coordinates day-to-day operations within the department and efforts across agencies. The deputy secretary is tasked with implementing the departmental mission. The deputy secretary receives input from outside the agency and stays up to date on issues and trends in the agriculture arena.
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