Clayton Yeutter, a Nebraskan who served as U.S. secretary of agriculture under President George H.W. Bush, died.
The 86-year-old fought cancer for several years.
Governor Pete Ricketts tweeted out: “Clayton Yeutter was a fierce advocate for Nebraska ag producers.”
Former President Reagan and Bush, Sr. Advisor Clayton Yeutter was a fierce advocate for Nebraska ag producers.
— Gov. Pete Ricketts (@GovRicketts) March 4, 2017
Clayton's work has left an indelible mark on our state, and will help grow Nebraska for years to come. #negov https://t.co/XkKCME6i1O
— Gov. Pete Ricketts (@GovRicketts) March 4, 2017
Yeutter was named agriculture secretary in 1989 after he served as U.S. trade representative from 1985 to 1988.
