(Washington, D.C., January 6, 2026) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has announced a new slate of presidential appointments to key positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Among those named was Starlyn Perdue, who was appointed State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Iowa.

Starlyn Perdue serves as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Iowa. A lifelong resident of southwest Iowa, Starlyn and her husband raise their sons on their family’s Century Farm. With a background in economic development, agricultural advocacy, and program administration, Starlyn is committed to strengthening Iowa’s rural economy through workforce training and business development. She remains deeply rooted in Iowa’s agricultural community and is a strong advocate for policies that support farmers and strengthen America’s rural economy.

Ag Secretary Rollins said in a news release: “Under President Trump’s leadership, USDA is building a powerhouse team of Presidential Appointees deeply committed to uplifting rural America and putting Farmers First. With strong experience in agriculture, public service, and national security, this team will protect family farms, expand opportunities, and proudly implement America First policies. I look forward to working together to deliver real results for the American people, particularly the farmers, ranchers, and producers who feed and fuel our nation.”

Others appointed by Sec. Rollins include:

• The Honorable Doug Hoelscher Appointed as Minister-Counselor at the International Food and Agriculture Organizations in Rome, Italy.
• Tate Bennett Appointed as Principal Deputy Chief of Staff
• Hailey Ghee Appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations
• Mireya Brogan Appointed as Chief of Staff for Risk Management Agency
• Troy Romero Appointed as State Director for Rural Development in Louisiana
• Chris Lyons Appointed as State Director for Rural Development in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island
• Dominic Restuccia Appointed as State Director for Rural Development in Michigan
• Travis Day Appointed as State Director for Rural Development in New Mexico
• Robert Sullivan Appointed as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Connecticut
• Cory Atkins Appointed as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Delaware
• Philip Cowee Appointed as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Nevada
• Wilmer Stoneman III Appointed as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Virginia
• Patrick Bell Appointed as State Executive Director for Farm Service Agency in Washington
• Kennon White Appointed to Assistant Chief South Region for Natural Resources Conservation Service

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