I am committed to that. I was born on a farm, grew up on it.

I think that stumbling block continues to be an issue for farms as they transition from one generation to the next.

I find it hard to believe the Equity Commission came up or is even talking about that as a proposal.

This hearing is happening at a critical time as it relates to the work of the Agriculture Committee.

We can't have a healthy environment without a healthy economy and vice versa.

I do want to take this opportunity to extend my appreciation to USDA and USAID, and all their partners for their tireless work to feed our world's hungry.

Spending more money for the sake of spending it does not necessarily mean we are achieving our desired results or outcomes.

We appreciate the opportunity to submit this statement on Farm Bill Conservation Programs.

Giving access to capital for young, beginning, and small farmers is an initiative obviously near and dear to my heart.

The forestry provisions have progressed in the past several farm bills and will again be an important part of the next reauthorization.

I have said time and time again that we want agriculture to be at the tip of the spear in our efforts to address climate change.

I want to make sure they are pathways to opportunity, meeting the immediate nutritional needs of these families who find themselves usually temporarily in financial distress.

It must remain the conservation title and not be repurposed as the climate title.

I think that is why, not only making sure that folks are getting access to nutrition, I think nutrition comes in many different ways.

We need to consider what the needs are for our ag and forestry sectors as well as our rural small businesses in terms of their potential role in producing renewable energy.

Rural America, or as I like to call it, essential America, deserves to have the opportunity to compete for jobs.

A robust safety net is critical to keeping farms and production here, while lowering overall global greenhouse gas emissions.

the importance of the safety net for farmers in general and how critical that safety net is for maintaining domestic food production and supporting national security.

The farm bill's Forestry Title presents an enormous opportunity to generate climate benefits, through what I would call natural solutions.

I am honored to welcome Under Secretary Torres Small back to the Committee.

Without the safety net provided by Title I farm programs and crop insurance, many farms would simply not be able to survive.

The immediate need for aid, particularly commodities, will likely increase in light of Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.

A hearing process allows for discussion of numerous ideas and proposals from stakeholders, but ultimately a national consensus will be needed.

What role does the Department's Office of Chief Economist play in helping FNS make decisions related to policy and spending?

Why is the loss of millions of barrels of oil from global oil supply by President Biden's reckless policy not also driving up costs for consumers?