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Nebraska Ag Director Greg Ibach Joins USDA

Nebraska Ag Director Greg Ibach Joins USDA

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Nebraska Agriculture Director Greg Ibach has been sworn in as an Under Secretary of Agriculture.
Ibach says he’s thankful to have the opportunity to work in Washington. . .

Ibach was sworn in during a special ceremony in Omaha. He will serve as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs.

Ibach told those gathered for a swearing in ceremony in Omaha he always tried to strike a balance as Agriculture Director

Ibach served as Nebraska Agriculture Director for 12 years.

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