Richard Lugar actually said...

"It's a very positive thing for American agriculture. But, it is not inconsistent with good science, to increase yields and deal with crop protection and drought resistance while using some of these ne..."

"We also had a strong consensus that there should be significantly more ability for the U.S. Government to allow food purchasing in developing countries to support local agriculture."

"Thus we are most grateful that the committee is holding a hearing on opportunities for U.S. leadership in alleviating global hunger."

"Right now, a great deal of discussion of our coming plans in Afghanistan and Pakistan surround agriculture."