From John R. Whitaker

State executive director, Iowa Farm Service Agency

I speak for the people working for USDA’s Iowa Farm Service Agency. We all are proud to be partners with the men and women who farm and ranch in Iowa. Agriculture is an honorable profession, and we are honored to do our part to help. We salute you on Ag Day, March 19 (today).

“Generations Nourishing Generations” is the theme for this year’s Ag Day. Our country’s farmers and ranchers work hard to provide food and clothing for our nation and the world. Their dedication is an inspiration to us and to the next generation of farmers and ranchers. Without them, we would not have the abundant food supply, the fiber, and the fuel we depend on daily.