Grain Inspection Advisory Committee appointments announced

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue recently announced the appointment of members to serve on the Federal Grain Inspection Service’s Grain Inspection Advisory Committee.

Members from High Plains Journal’s readership area appointed for three years are Rick L. Robinette, South Sioux City, Nebraska; Randall W. Burns, Malverne, Arkansas; Errol B. Turnipseed, Brooking, South Dakota;

Members from High Plains Journal’s appointed for two years are Linsey Mofit-Tobin, Long Grove, Iowa; and Sarah Sexton-Bowsher, Mayetta, Kansas.

“The United States is recognized as the world leader in grain production with harvests that offer high-quality, consistency and variety,” said Perdue. “Members of the Grain Inspection Advisory Committee are valued USDA partners who deliver precious advice on grain inspection and weighing. Their recommendations ensure that FGIS services meet the needs of all our stakeholders. Ultimately that supports the American economy.”

Established in 1981, the Advisory Committee represents the interests of all segments of the U.S. grain industry from producer to exporter. The 15-member committee typically includes grain processors, merchandisers, handlers, exporters, consumers, grain inspection agencies and scientists.