"What would you say in your mind about the ability of Judge Porteous to sit as a judge in any case whatsoever?"
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for continuing this series of hearings."
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman."
"The Federal Government has played a big part in the early development of renewable fuels by creating an expanded Renewable Fuels Standard along with tax credits for ethanol, biodiesel and now advanced..."
"However, the expanded RFS creates an unrealistic mandate for conventional corn ethanol by prohibiting the use of biomass from new crop acres."
"The farm bill also created new conservation programs that are aimed at enhancing cooperation and flexibility among producers and conservation organizations."
"Our farmers and ranchers, through the assistance and incentives provided by these programs, have voluntarily worked to help reduce soil erosion, increase wetlands, improve water quality, and preserve ..."
"Congress strengthened its commitment to conservation in the 2008 Farm Bill."
"It has been estimated that around the globe, the Green Revolution has saved over a billion lives from starvation and countless millions more from the ravages of disease and sickness due to malnutritio..."
"The contribution of publicly supported agricultural research to advance food production and productivity is well documented."
"Many factors have contributed to the unparalleled success of American agriculture, the favorable soils and climate, hard work and dedication of farm families, free enterprise, transportation and commu..."