Lee Terry: “50 years ago a visionary named Robert B. Daugherty introduced the world to an extraordinary product, one that would…”

“50 years ago a visionary named Robert B. Daugherty introduced the world to an extraordinary product, one that would fundamentally change how the world grows its food. Mr. Daugherty went on to found Valmont Industries, maker of the center irrigation pivot. This technology has revolutionized agricultural productivity while helping to protect our vital water resources. Today, Valmont is the world's leader in mechanized irrigation. I am proud that this company and its primary manufacturing facilities are located in Valley, Nebraska, within the Second Congressional District. But Valmont's contributions to agriculture go far beyond Nebraska's borders. Mr. Speaker, I commend Mogens Bay, the chairman and CEO for Valmont; as well as Terry McClain, senior vice president; and CFO, Bob Meaney, senior vice president; and Tom Spears, president of the irrigation division, for their dedication and leadership of a global corporate company. And, of course, I offer my best wishes and heartiest congratulations to the man who started it all, Bob Daugherty.”