I have to commend Chairman Conaway for advocating for a robust budget for the Agriculture Committee.

there is a concern based on that $10 billion cut to the SNAP program, and how that would impede our ability to reach certain populations.

I would strongly encourage that this farm bill identifies that. It speaks to our best entrepreneurial spirit.

Thank you for having this hearing on this topic. I truly appreciate it, representing the area that I do on the central coast of California.

I am a big fan of collaboration and partnerships.

elevating and strengthening diplomacy and development alongside defense are critical to keeping America safe.

I too appreciate all of the witnesses who took the time to come here. I know it takes a lot of preparation, a lot of effort on your part, so thank you very much.

I appreciate this opportunity to be here to testify in front of you.

It is clear that when it comes to the United States and our affairs abroad, we have a responsibility to play.

If America does nothing, 50 percent of South Sudan's population could be gone.

When we don't live up to that responsibility, when we don't lead, that vacuum is filled.

Congressman, just a couple of thoughts on the supermarket side.

Good morning, everyone. My name is Jimmy Panetta. I represent the Twentieth Congressional District in California, the central coast of California.

The dairy farm that I do have, the Scope Family Farm, they have taken a hit with the falling milk prices.

I completely appreciate very much your discussion about immigration, and immigration reform, and how it affects not just the dairy producers, but especially my growers in the Central Coast.

I appreciate your preparation, your expertise, as well as your testimony.

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate this opportunity.

Let's talk about fresh fruits and vegetables, something I like to bring up quite often based on where I hail from, the Salinas Valley, otherwise known as my colleagues are going to get sick of me saying, the salad bowl of the world.