NDA announces leadership change

The Nevada Department of Agriculture director announced today he will be transitioning into a new role as Churchill County Manager.

“It has been a great pleasure to serve Governor Sandoval, The Nevada Board of Agriculture and citizens of Nevada. NDA has a strong team and I have no doubt they will continue to do good work for the constituents of our great state,” Director Barbee said. “I look forward to working with NDA as I represent Churchill County on the many diverse topics related to agriculture and natural resources on the local level.”

Director Barbee will be with the NDA through May 18.

“Jim Barbee has served as a member of my administration since 2011,” Governor Brian Sandoval said. “I want to thank him for his service and I wish him well in his future endeavors.”

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) promotes a business climate that is fair, economically viable and encourages a sustainable environment that serves to protect food, fiber and health and human safety through effective service and education. The NDA includes the divisions of Administration, Animal Industry, Consumer Equitability, Food and Nutrition and Plant Industry.