The Tennessee Department Of Agriculture Has Named Andy Holt As Deputy Commissioner. Currently Assistant Commissioner Of Business Development, Holt Will Take Over Next Month Following Jeff Aiken’s Retirement. Commissioner Charlie Hatcher Praised Holt’s Leadership And Experience, Saying It Will Help Address The Needs Of Farmers And Foresters. Holt Previously Served In The Tennessee General Assembly And Has Been With TDA For Four Years. Aiken Plans To Return To His East Tennessee Farm, Leaving Behind A Legacy Of Strengthening Agriculture And Rural Communities.