U.S. Department of Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan speaks about agriculture and its importance in the U.S.Merrigan, the deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, wants people to understand the importance of knowing where their food comes from.
"Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food" is the USDA's effort to encourage direct farmer-to-consumer connections and strengthen access to locally produced foods.
Merrigan said interest in sustainable agriculture and demand for local food is strong and growing.
"Local's hot, if you will," Merrigan said. "People want to know where their food comes from."
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