Joseph Haynes Davis said "On National Agriculture Day, I proudly recognize our hardworking eastern North Carolina farmers. The First Congressional District leads in tobacco, America's first major cash crop, and sweet potato production, with farm families playing a central role in shaping our economy, heritage, and growth. We must also acknowledge the economic hardships they continue to face. With almost 15,000 farms shutting down this past year, trade instability and rising costs are putting the American Dream further out of reach. Keeping farm families at the forefront is essential, as their work sustains our rural communities. I am committed to advocating on their behalf, helping maintain and expand key export markets, supporting fair trade policies, and ensuring farmers have the resources needed to compete and succeed globally for generations to come." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMarch 24, 2026

On National Agriculture Day, I proudly recognize our hardworking eastern North Carolina farmers. The First Congressional District leads in tobacco, America's first major cash crop, and sweet potato production, with farm families playing a central role in shaping our economy, heritage, and growth. We must also acknowledge the economic hardships they continue to face. With almost 15,000 farms shutting down this past year, trade instability and rising costs are putting the American Dream further out of reach. Keeping farm families at the forefront is essential, as their work sustains our rural communities. I am committed to advocating on their behalf, helping maintain and expand key export markets, supporting fair trade policies, and ensuring farmers have the resources needed to compete and succeed globally for generations to come.

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Joseph Haynes Davis

North Carolina

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Editor's note · Context

Recognizing National Agriculture Day and addressing challenges faced by farmers in eastern North Carolina.

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