"the need for comprehensive immigration reform that would include and respond to the unique nature of agricultural workers."
"Our number one goal, Congressman, is to make sure that product that leaves those plants is safe."
"I am not talking about stewardship cuts because those do create local jobs and you can keep some of that money, quite frankly, in the forests for other projects but I am talking about the green timber..."
"the reality is that there are micro problems and macro problems with the sequester."
"The problem is, we won't be able to go quite a bit further."
"So if you are asking the question today, obviously we are taking steps to improve our meals and providing more fruits and vegetables, less sodium, less sugar, less fat, more whole grains and low-fat d..."
"I deeply hope that Congressional leaders will reach an agreement to achieve deficit reduction while averting an across-the-board cut."
"We are clearly focused on this, and we understand the unique nature of farm work."
"It also has a ramification not just on the environment but also on our ability to produce outdoor recreational opportunities."
"I believe that the state of the agricultural economy is strong--and that the strength of American agriculture is driving further economic opportunity across rural America."
"I am proud to be here today as Secretary of Agriculture, and while I appreciate the fact that you all think I can be here for 4 years, I serve at the pleasure of the President."