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Starlyn Perdue Appointed to Boost Iowa Farmers

1/7/2026

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On January 6, 2026, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins appointed Starlyn Perdue, a member of the Iowa Republican Party, to lead the Farm Service Agency offices in Iowa.
Perdue has a background in economic development and agricultural advocacy.
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra praised the appointment, saying it would boost support for Iowa farmers.
Doug Hoelscher was named minister-counselor to the U.S. Mission to the UN Food and Agriculture Organizations.

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On January 6, 2026, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins appointed Starlyn Perdue, a member of the Iowa Republican Party, to lead the Farm Service Agency offices in Iowa.
Perdue has a background in economic development and agricultural advocacy.
U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra praised the appointment, saying it would boost support for Iowa farmers.
Doug Hoelscher was named minister-counselor to the U.S. Mission to the UN Food and Agriculture Organizations.