Less than 48 hours after her official swearing in, newly named Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited various exhibitors at the 2025 Farm Machinery Show at the Expo Center in Louisville.

Rollins formerly served under President Trump during his first term in the Office of American Innovation and Domestic Policy Council. She was raised in Glen Rose, Texas and attended Texas A&M University. Rollins grew up involved in agriculture, showing livestock through 4-H and FFA.

Secretary Rollins is the 33rd Secretary of Agriculture, and 2nd female in the position.

Rollins said one of her biggest influences was her involvement in the Texas FFA.

Rollins encouraged youth in agriculture to follow their faith.

Rollins said entering a career in agriculture is a fulfilling opportunity.

Secretary Rollins will focus on the impact of agriculture on youth among many other relevant agriculture topics.