USDA’s work covers a lot of ground. Given the size and scope of the department it’s good that we understand the full picture of the work being done in the various mission areas.
Opening Statement by Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Collin C. Peterson
Hearing to Review USDA Organization and Program Administration
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“Thank you Mr. Chairman.
“USDA’s work covers a lot of ground. Given the size and scope of the department it’s good that we understand the full picture of the work being done in the various mission areas.
“I look forward to hearing from our witnesses over the next two days. The 2014 Farm Bill created some new programs for the department to implement and administer and I’ll be interested in a status update on this process. I’m also hoping our witnesses can provide some guidance on the impact the budget sequester will have on farm program payments and what is being done to address other challenges in agriculture such as the threat of a reoccurrence of avian flu and the devastation caused by this summer’s wildfires.
“We have a lot of testimony to get to, so with that, I thank the Chair and yield back.”
