Jimmy Panetta actually said...

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

"We should be the industry leader on figuring our solutions for ag. The USDA should be able to pioneer those types of relationships between these types of companies in the private- and public-sector."

"A two-pronged approach is needed. It is two efforts, you have to have two avenues going; one dealing with the visa issue, there is no doubt about that."

"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."