
In 2018, he began as the executive director of Iowa Interfaith Power and Light, a statewide faith-based climate action organization. Matt Russell is a fifth-generation farmer operating a family farm and ranch near Lacona, Iowa.

Farm Service Agency Matthew Russell has been appointed FSA State Executive Director for Iowa

In conjunction with the guidance and support of the National Office, State Directors are responsible for promoting the mission and strategic goals of Rural Development and provide key leadership to develop and support a productive, diverse, and inclusive state workforce. RD State Directors serve as the chief executive officer of Rural Development in the states and territories and are tasked with carrying out the mission of rural development to the benefit of everyone in rural America. Each State Executive Director works with the State Committee to administer FSA programs and County office operations, develops and maintains stakeholder relationships with customers and other agencies and governments. “Each of them is a valued addition to our growing team.”įSA State Executive Directors oversee Farm Service Agency operations and agricultural policy implementation in the state. “These talented individuals joining USDA will play an integral role in advancing and promoting USDA’s mission by ensuring that we touch the lives of individuals throughout the country,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including four Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Directors and two Rural Development (RD) State Directors. 18, 2021 – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint six U.S.
