Political Quotes

“I rise in support of S. Res. 268 and of our Nation's dairy farmers, processors, and consumers as we celebrate National Dairy Month. This National Dairy Month is especially important. This time last year, the country was still shut down. The economy was in the middle of a major shock, and the dairy sector, like so many others, had to persevere. Dairy farmers bore the brunt of very low prices resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Dairy processors had to pivot their entire supply chain to meet new and unique demand for their products. While managing these challenges, dairy processors continue to address food insecurity caused by the pandemic by donating billions of dollars of nutritious milk, cheese, yogurt, and butter to needy Americans. Despite unthinkable pressures, the industry continues to hold on. By no means are we out of the woods yet. Dairy farmers across the country continue to face pricing challenges. This National Dairy Month and every month, I encourage my fellow Members of the Senate and all Americans to keep these hard-working farm families in your mind and their products in your grocery basket. Milk provides several essential nutrients and is the No. 1 source of calcium, potassium, and vitamin D for Americans. Yogurt and cheese are top sources of protein, magnesium, phosphorous, vitamins A and D, and calcium.…”