Thursday, December 6, 2012

Ag Secretary Vilsack to visit Weaverville

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will discuss the future of forestry and other issues during a town-hall meeting in Weaverville Monday night

Vilsack will talk about economic opportunities for rural areas through forestry, farming and ranching, the biobased economy and more, according to a USDA news release.

The secretary will seek suggestions from attendees on how the federal government can work with rural communities, the release stated.

The 5:30 p.m. meeting will be held at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 100 Memorial Drive.

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