Argentina's latest economy chief announces new agriculture pick

Argentina's President of the Chamber of Deputies Sergio Massa leaves after presenting his resignation in front of the Parliament before being sworn-in as the new Economy Minister, in Buenos Aires, Argentina August 2, 2022. REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian

BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Argentina's incoming economy minister, dubbed a "superminister" due to his expanded portfolio, announced new secretary picks including for the key farm sector on Tuesday, part of the government's latest bid to reign in a severe economic crisis.

President Alberto Fernandez tasked congressional leader Sergio Massa with taming surging inflation, government spending as well as addressing a range of tax and trade policies crucial to the country's powerhouse agricultural sector ahead of elections next year.