Blake Rollins Joins American Food Power Council to Advance National Agrifood Strategy

The Center for American Food Power (CAFP) announced that Blake Rollins, President of The Poultry Federation, has joined the American Food Power Council, bringing more than a decade of leadership spanning agricultural policy, federal government, and one of America's most vital food production sectors. 

As President of The Poultry Federation, Rollins represents and advocates for the poultry and egg industries across Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. His leadership supports an industry that plays a critical role in America's food supply, rural economies, and national food security. 

Prior to joining The Poultry Federation, Rollins served as Chief Administrative Officer for Missouri Farm Bureau, where he led advocacy, public affairs, leadership development, and political engagement on behalf of more than 150,000 member families. Earlier in his career, he served as Deputy Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supporting federal efforts to maintain the nation's food supply chain during the COVID-19 pandemic and responding to natural disasters impacting American agriculture. Rollins also served as Legislative Assistant and Counsel to U.S. Senator John Boozman, advising on agriculture, trade, financial services, and other key policy issues. 

"Blake has spent his career operating at the intersection of agricultural production, public policy, and national leadership," said Brett Sciotto, Founder of the Center for American Food Power and Chief Executive Officer of Idealyst Innovation. "His experience from the farm gate to USDA to one of the nation's most important livestock sectors gives him a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing American agriculture. As food becomes an increasingly strategic component of national security, Blake's leadership will help strengthen the Council's ability to develop practical, forward-looking policy solutions." 

The Center for American Food Power is a forward-looking, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to strengthening the connection between agriculture, public policy, and national security. Founded on the principle that agrifood security is national security, the Center conducts strategic analysis, promotes cross-sector collaboration, and develops policy frameworks that position American agriculture for long-term resilience, competitiveness, and geopolitical relevance. 

The American Food Power Council serves as the Center's senior advisory body, bringing together nationally recognized leaders from across agriculture, food production, agribusiness, finance, academia, and public policy. Council members provide strategic insight and practical expertise to help shape recommendations that strengthen America's food system and reinforce its role as a pillar of national power. 

Rollins joins a distinguished Council of leaders committed to ensuring that American agriculture remains one of the nation's greatest strategic advantages in an increasingly complex global environment. 

To learn more about how organizations can engage with CAFP, contact info@AmericanFoodPower.com and visit https://www.idealystinnovation.com/americanfoodpower.

The Center for American Food Power is an initiative of Idealyst Innovation, a firm focused on empowering the future of agrifood through innovation and business transformation.