Bobby Rush: “I want to thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding today's hearing which is part two on the diversification of the Nation's…”

What specific policies would you recommend to combat the historic and current discrimination too often faced by Black and Brown farmers in your respective industries?

I am continually concerned about the impact of any new costs on our nation's farmers and, specifically, the energy costs as it relates to minority farmers and consumers.

We on the Agriculture Committee have a special and unique mission to try to help solve the problem of Black farmers in our nation.

Discrimination and prejudice absolutely should not be tolerated in any government program, any organization, or any individual.