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USDA Secretary Vilsack Returns Home Following European Tour

USDA Secretary Vilsack Returns Home Following European Tour

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U-S Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has returned home after visiting with several of his counterparts in Europe.  Vilsack met with several agricultural ministers from the G-7 nations to discuss trade and global food security, especially since Russia has invaded Ukraine.  While visiting Germany, Vilsack focused on climate issues as they relate to agriculture.  The U-S Agriculture Secretary also met with officials from the European Union to discuss residue levels on fruits and vegetables.