The United States Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for a new Native American advisory board.

"The Council for Native American Farming and Ranching will help native governments, businesses, farmers and ranchers partner with USDA to create jobs, drive economic growth and strengthen tribal communities," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said today.

Nominations should be sent by January 20, 2012 to: Thomas Vilsack, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC, 20250, Attn: Council for Native American Farmers and Ranchers.

Additional comments can be sent to the Office of Tribal Relations, 500A Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC 20250.

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Press Release: USDA Establishes Advisory Board for Native American Farmers and Ranchers (USDA 12/7)