The U.S. Department of Agriculture has replaced two wildlife management leadership positions due to retirements. Kelly Moore will serve as acting administrator at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), while Alan Huddleston will serve as the acting U.S. Chief Veterinary Officer following the retirement of Michael Watson and Rosemary Sifford. APHIS is responsible for safeguarding America’s agriculture, natural resources and animal health by preventing and controlling pests, diseases, and invasive species, monitoring animal welfare and regulating biotechnology. APHIS deals with issues and prevention of pests like the New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) and diseases such as bird flu. APHIS programs will continue uninterrupted during the leadership transition.
Read more in the press release from the USDA.
Article by The Wildlife Society
