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Rick Stern

New Jersey State Director Rick Stern

Rick Stern

USDA Rural Development State Director

Rick Stern is a third-generation farmer from Cream Ridge, New Jersey, growing corn, soybeans, wheat and hay for both commercial and retail markets.  He holds a BS in Agronomy and Environmental Sciences from Delaware Valley University and brings practical experience and leadership to agriculture through roles on the FSA Committee, as an executive member of the United Soybean Board, and as chair of the New Jersey Soybean Board.  A committed family man, Rick is the father of two daughters and a son.  In his spare time, he enjoys hunting and off-road excursions.