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Former Missouri ag director appointed to key USDA post

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Former Missouri Agriculture Director Richard Fordyce was selected for a key role within the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Fordyce will lead the USDA's Farm Service Agency, which supports agricultural production.

“As a fourth-generation farmer, Richard brings firsthand knowledge and experience to this role,” U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said. “I am confident that he will continue to help USDA become the most efficient, effective, customer-focused agency in the federal government as he leads this customer-focused mission area.”

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