"The fallout on agriculture of these trade policies are this Administration's to own."
"There is no question that trade is of incredible consequence to American agriculture."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"food security is national security."
"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 manipula..."
"If done effectively, having a lead federal agency to coordinate disaster response across federal agencies and with state and local emergency management agencies could prove useful to improve the effic..."