"Sir, if I could interrupt you."
"Of the position?"
"And just assuming out--in my limited time, beyond some of the specific hiring challenges, I am curious what could be some of the ways that we could encourage the next generation to enter conservation-..."
"Thank you for your extraordinary answers, very detailed, to the questions asked this afternoon."
"The programs you all administer provide vital support to farmers, but also to all of us."
"We share your continued commitment to improving voluntary, locally-led, and incentive-based programs under USDA and NRCS."
"I am proud that we have significantly increased funding for these oversubscribed voluntary conservation programs so that more producers like those that I represent can access them without the long wai..."
"I am proud of the steps that we are taking as a region and as the Commonwealth to improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay."
"Our rivers and lakes are not only a source of great pride for Virginians but also major economic drivers."
"Thank you, under Secretary Moffitt, for joining us today. Dr. Naugle, thank you for being here as well."
"I have heard from Virginia poultry producers that APHIS has been helpful as a partner in responding to outbreaks."
"I know that you have touched on this periodically throughout your testimony today, but I am really concerned about the long-term effects on our nation's egg supply."