The May General Membership Luncheon will feature Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael Scuse.
The Delaware Department of Agriculture strives to sustain and promote the viability of food, fiber, and agricultural industries in Delaware through quality services that protect and enhance the environment, health, and welfare of the general public.
Michael Scuse was reappointed in 2017 by Governor John C. Carney as Delaware Secretary of Agriculture. Scuse previously served with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as Acting U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Acting Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, and Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services. As Under Secretary, he oversaw USDA's Farm Service Agency, Risk Management Agency, and Foreign Agricultural Services. He served as Delaware Secretary of Agriculture from 2001-2008, and also served as Chief of Staff to former Gov. Ruth Ann Minner.
Among the topics that will be covered are:
- agricultural competitiveness in the region
- similarities and differences of agriculture in Maryland and Delaware
- current challenges to agriculture
- DDA's engagement with farmers
- programs to help farmers in the area
- agritourism
Registration is required.
Members - $35
Non-Members - $45
