It is vital--absolutely vital--that we approve USMCA quickly so that the fine folks at USDA and USTR can open up even more market access for U.S. food and fiber.

The fallout on agriculture of these trade policies are this Administration's to own.

The current trade environment is putting these investments at risk.

We are requesting that the balance of approximately 48.8 million be rolled into the next direct payment program.

There is no question that trade is of incredible consequence to American agriculture.

I thank my friend and colleague from Florida, the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee.

My great State of North Carolina is a leading state in the agriculture industry and our triangle region is known for our premier universities and a world-class workforce.

food security is national security.

Obviously, African Swine Fever is a big topic of concern. Certainly, in my State of North Carolina, we have a lot of pork production in my neck of the woods.

I can't tell you how important it is from the standpoint of my constituents back home.

Well, thank you, Chairman Costa, and the cows don't take a day off, do they?

Yes, of course, there are a number of us that push very, very hard--myself included--and push the Administration to really focus in on getting rid of the Class VI and Class VII, as it is very manipulative.

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