NWTF Supports Key USDA Appointments
EDGEFIELD, SC – The National Wild Turkey Federation applauds President Trump’s appointment of Kristin Sleeper and Tom Schultz to key roles in the United States Department of Agriculture.
Sleeper has been appointed Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment. Schultz has been appointed Chief of Staff for Natural Resources and Environment. Both roles are essential to the success of NWTF initiatives.
The Deputy Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment is responsible for the conservation of our national forests and the sustainable production of forest goods. They also oversee the U.S. Forest Service and Natural Resource Conservation Service. The Chief of Staff of Natural Resources and Environment oversees the agency’s management and strategy.
“Kristin and Tom have worked with NWTF in the past, and both are friends to the organization,” NWTF co-CEO Kurt Dyroff said. “Both are familiar with our philosophies and have supported our organization in our forest management, wildfire prevention and conservation goals. We look forward to working with Kristin and Tom in their new roles at USDA.”
In her previous role with the House Agriculture Committee, Kristin was deeply involved in the development of the farm bill, and Tom was engaged in promoting active forest management and ensuring the sustainability of forestry infrastructure and rural jobs in his role with the Idaho Forest Group. NWTF is excited to have such experienced people in these positions and congratulate President Trump on his excellent choices.
About the National Wild Turkey Federation
Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested over half a billion dollars into wildlife conservation and has positively impacted over 24 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The NWTF has also invested over $10 million into wild turkey research to guide the management of the wild turkey population and to ensure sustainable populations into perpetuity. The organization continues to deliver its mission by working across boundaries on a landscape scale through its Four Shared Values: clean and abundant water, healthy forests and wildlife habitat, resilient communities, and robust recreational opportunities. With the help of its dedicated members, partners and staff, the NWTF continues its work to provide Healthy Habitats. and Healthy Harvests. for future generations.