From
the time I was elected to the United States House of Representatives,
I have consistently supported the South Dakota family farmer and
rancher. I have fought concentration in the livestock industry
with my Packer Ban legislation, and helped pass legislation addressing
mandatory price reporting by the packing industry. The
increasing concentration in the agriculture industry threatens the
viability of our family farmers and the livelihood of our rural
communities, and I am committed to fighting its influence.
I
have also worked diligently to help farmers and ranchers market
their livestock and crops more effectively. Whether it is
the passage of my Country-of-Origin labeling law, working to encourage
value-added agriculture opportunities, or helping to open new export
markets, I am committed to increasing the profitability of our farmers
and ranchers. Our ranchers and farmers are responsible for
producing wholesome, nutritious commodities for our nation’s
food supply, and deserve a fair price for their product. Increasing
the price producers can receive for their goods is key to bringing
more young farmers into the fold. As we move forward with reauthorization
the 2002 Farm Bill, I look forward to working with ranchers and
producers to secure a meaningful package for Great Plains agriculture.
From
my position on the Agricultural Appropriations Subcommittee, I have
the ability to ensure South Dakota gets fair representation in the
appropriations process. After the Farm Bill becomes law, program
funding is crucial to allow producers to participate in Farm Bill
programs. I will continue to work for South Dakota’s rural
and agricultural communities. Please
read below to learn more on agricultural issues important to South
Dakota farmers, ranchers and consumers, including information on
the 2002
Farm Bill.
Learn
more about my work for disaster assistance
for farmers and ranchers. Click
here to sign a petition to
urge President Bush to support the emergency agricultural disaster
assistance proposal.
Read
news releases on
agriculture from my press office.
Read
more on my Country
of Origin Labeling
legislation.
Counting
on COOL
Do
you know how long it's been since the President signed Country-of-Origin
Labeling (COOL) into law without it being implemented?
Click here to view the "COOL
Clock" and find out.
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