Peyton Pierce joined NASDA in October 2026. In her role as a producer engagement coordinator for Mississippi and Louisiana, she works with the NASS program to increase awareness of NASS surveys and their value to producers, agricultural organizations, and the broader agricultural industry. Peyton previously served as a Program Specialist at the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce, where she coordinated multiple state and federal grant programs supporting processors, producers, and growers throughout Mississippi. She also managed an agricultural youth outreach program, coordinating educational activities and leadership opportunities for high school seniors from across the state to encourage interest in agricultural careers.

Peyton earned her Bachelor of Science in Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture, with a concentration in Human-Wildlife Interactions, from Mississippi State University. Originally from Vicksburg, Mississippi, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her family and three fur babies.