President Barack Obama has announced his intent to appoint
Montana State University President Waded Cruzado to the Board for
International Food and Agricultural Development.

Cruzado is among seven individuals the White House appointed to various
posts.

“The extraordinary dedication these individuals bring to their new roles
will greatly serve the American people.  I am grateful they have agreed to
serve in this Administration and I look forward to working with them in the
months and years to come,” said President Obama in a White House press
release.

The Board for International Food and Agricultural Development, BIFAD,
advises USAID on agriculture and higher education issues pertinent to food
insecurity in developing countries. The President appoints members, who
primarily represent the academic community. BIFAD was established by Title
XII of the Foreign Assistance Act. The Board and Title XII recognize the
critical role of U.S. land-grant institutions in agricultural development,
domestically and abroad, and support their representation in USAID
development programs, according to the BIFAD’s website.