Instead of a dust bowl, today's farmers and ranchers are dealing with a 1,200-year drought.

We need a program that works for all producers across the country, not just targeted regions.

I think that program has got a lot of potential.

Pat O'Toole is not an animal killer or a planet killer.

I do not dare gavel you down.

There is no one more committed to leaving this world cleaner, healthier, and safer than we found it.

In my mind, this is a perfect example of what we are trying to get to in the conversations that we are having.

Federal red tape is especially tough on young farmers, small-scale producers, underserved and first-generation farmers.

I do think has enormous potential but has fallen short of that potential in the rollout.

I am confident that we will come out of today's field hearings with innovative solutions for farmers and ranchers in our corner of the country and beyond.

The future of rural America depends on whether the next generation decides to continue operating their family farms and ranches.

Mr. Speaker, first, I thank my friends and Gun Violence Prevention Task Force leaders, Congresswoman Lucy McBath and Congressman Mike Thompson, for convening us this evening. They both have been unwavering in their dedication to ending the…

Could you talk a little bit about what the producers in the Valley are beginning to think about the use of groundwater conservation easements?

I do think that it is really important for us, when we think about the kind of easements that you are talking about...

We deeply, deeply appreciate it. Thanks for being in Burlington today.

I think if we can move decision-making point down a level or two to the people that are interacting with us on daily basis, we would get a better result.

I think that will help a great deal. One concern I have is the bureaucracy, I think to a certain degree, does not want this to happen.

I am honored to be here with you today and look forward to getting a farm bill across the finish line.