On April 25, 2005, Andy Miller became Indiana's first Agriculture Director when Governor Mitch Daniels signed H.B. 1008 into law. That law created the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, and until this year, Indiana had been one of only four states without a standalone department of agriculture.

Andy wasted no time after the department was created. In May, he joined the Lt. Governor in rolling out Possibilities Unbound: The Plan for 2025, Indiana Agriculture's Strategic Plan over a 4 day, 10-stop statewide tour that reached more than 900 people. This multi-year strategic plan takes a hard look at where we are in Indiana agriculture and charts a path for the future. The vision for the department is that Indiana will be a global center for food and agricultural innovation and commercialization.

Raised on a farm in Waterloo, Indiana, Andy knows the importance of hard work. Whether bailing hay or taking care of his 4-H animals, he always rolled up his sleeves and got the job done.

Andy has a wealth of practical business experience. Andy earned a degree in agricultural economics from Purdue University in 1992. Andy received the G.A. Ross Outstanding Graduating Senior Award for his academic excellence, leadership, and service to the university.

Before becoming Indiana's Agriculture Director, Andy worked for Weaver Popcorn, a 75-year-old Indiana business. Prior to joining Weaver, Miller created Nature's Entrée, a frozen food company in Indianapolis. Andy also worked for ConAgra, Nabisco, and Procter & Gamble. While managing some of America's favorite brands like Folgers, Duncan Hines, and Parkay, Andy learned to assess issues and chart winning strategies.

Andy learned the concept of service at a very young age. He is a 10-year 4-H member. At Purdue, he served in many capacities including President of the Interfraternity Council. Andy has also worked with many inner city outreach programs.

Andy and his wife, Tracy, are the parents of three children, Elizabeth, Drew, and Grace. They are active members of the St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church.