Hicks named deputy administrator at APHIS

With nearly 18 years at the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), Ron Hicks will become the deputy administrator for International Services of FSIS' sister agency, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), according to a government release.

In his new position, Hicks will be responsible for 300 foreign service officers around the world, making sure food exported to the United States is in compliance.