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USFRA Chooses New Director of Communications

Kelly Marshall

USFRAKevin Aandahl has been announced as the new Communications Director of the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA). The Alliance, an organization that fosters dialogue on food issues to build trust in America’s agriculture is excited to welcome Aandahl on board.

“I’m very pleased that Kevin is on our team since he brings more than 25 years of diverse expertise in corporate communications and military public affairs to USFRA. His unique skill-set enhances our on-going efforts to make an impact in the communications landscape on how consumers perceive agriculture. I am confident Kevin will play a key role in that regard” said Randy Krotz, USFRA’s Chief Executive Officer.

As Communications Director, Aandahl will manage and execute USFRA’s overall media communications outreach and engagement strategies through its established programs and resources. Prior to joining USFRA, he served as a US Navy public affairs officer including multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan where he worked with U.S. Special Operations Forces. He has also held communications leadership positions with Blue Cross Blue Shield, National Corn Growers Association and DEKALB.

USFRA is comprised of more than 90 farmer and rancher-led organizations.  Their website provides resources and tools to answer questions about food raised and grown in America.

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