"I just can't say enough about how hard it is to witness this going on and to realize we just don't have the resources."
"How will USDA ensure that the apple policy remains viable for growers in Maine?"
"I appreciate the steps USDA has taken to provide dairy producers impacted by PFAS contamination with more options."
"I think that is a growing problem, really critical in my state, and I am looking forward to working with you."
"I, for one, was very excited to see Secretary Vilsack announce more details about the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Initiatives yesterday, so consider me a strong supporter, and I think i..."
"it is shameful how long it has taken to get these done."
"we are hoping to move that forward, and particularly some of the extra funding we have had to deal with supply chain issues."
"I am particularly excited that two of our practicing farmers are females, so great to have both of you on the panel as well."
"The more we can do to expand those local networks is really important."
"We think this is a much-needed and important complement to the farm bill conservation programs."
"We know it is getting worse, not better."