Stacey Plaskett

The Federal regulatory framework that exists now is not necessarily a hindrance, it is just it was created for technologies that were developed several decades ago.

I have a real passion for agriculture, and for better understanding the opportunity that surrounds innovation and technology in our industry.

We must continue to ensure that these partners continue to regulate on the basis of science and risk, not speculation and fear.

I don't think our regulatory system is keeping up with the technology of the products that are being developed from this industry.

This important research is working to develop varieties of crops that are disease resistant.

I look forward to hearing updates on innovation coming down the pipeline.

This sort of collaboration will help us all view our work on the Agriculture Committee through a broader lens.

We know that Speaker Pelosi does not have authority over Capitol Police.

It appears now, and I think American people should see, that it is the Democrats who believe that blue lives matter, that are thankful for those who defend our democracy.

I would think that they`d reveal a man that was desperate to retain power, a man that desperation led him to continue to not only incite the riots, but to assist in the planning of that rally and the riots that led to an attempted coup of…

You can’t make sense out of stuff that isn’t sense, right?

I believe that with this bold research investment, we can make strides to reposition the U.S. as the world agricultural leader well into this century.

Key investments in these agricultural institutions will support American jobs, develop climate-smart practices for farmers and ranchers across the country and world.

Now is the time to invest in these land-grant universities--our incubators for talent, outreach, and agricultural innovation.

I'm calling for an investment of at least $40 billion for agricultural research and infrastructure, as well as agricultural innovation.

I am excited to continue to work with our panel of witnesses

Chair Plaskett, Ranking Member Baird, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for inviting us to join the discussion today.

Producers from my district are certainly seeking all opportunities to strengthen their supply chain while serving the local community.

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly had a lasting impact on our agricultural communities around the country--notably impacting small farmers and ranchers, and including our small, certified organic producers.

I'm looking forward to working with all of you and finding ways to address our shared priorities--such as supporting agricultural research, improving, and expanding the National Organic Program, and facilitating new developments in…

We cannot rely heavily on wild fish to feed our growing world population.

I strongly support the provision in the OBCSA that would set a national goal of 30 GW of offshore wind production by 2030.

That's 60% more jobs than the coal mining industry provided in 2019.

Clean offshore energy... will be a critical component of rapidly transitioning away from polluting fossil fuels.

We can expect that investment to be paid back many times over through healthier fish stocks, reduced storm damages, and climate mitigation that we desperately need.