US Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Krysta Harden was in California this week. Sabrina Hill spoke with her about her visit.
Harden on USDA-NASA Agreement
US Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Krysta Harden visited California this week and a highlight of her trip was a stop at NASA’s Ames Research Center in Moffett Field. There she signed an interagency agreement that formalized collaboration between NASA and the USDA.
The agencies also seek to better collaborate on education and communication activities that inspire youth in America to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and agriculture.
Krysta Harden Full Interview
Harden discusses women in agriculture and a USDA mentoring program for women. She also talks about the role of youth in the future of farming, urban farming, and the USDA agreement with NASA.