Agriculture
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today announced Ken Rahjes has joined his staff as Agriculture Specialist:
“Ken brings a wealth of agricultural experience, and I am pleased to have him on board,” said Smith. “I know Ken will serve the people of the Third District well.”
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement in support of the U.S. beef industry after a coalition of governors toured BPI’s South Sioux City facility:
“Beef production is critical to Nebraska’s economy,” said Smith. “Lean, finely textured beef is a nutritious, safe, and affordable product which is subject to a USDA-approved, science-based process. Instead of obscuring the facts, we should celebrate our producers whose priority is the long-term safety and security of our nation’s food supply.”
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement after the Department of Labor (DOL) responded to a December 16 letter requesting they reevaluate a proposed rule which would restrict youth involvement in agriculture:
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement in commemoration of National Agriculture Day:
“Nebraska’s agricultural producers embody the can-do spirit which makes our nation exceptional,” said Smith. “Our farmers and ranchers provide nourishment around the world and continue to contribute to one of the brightest parts of our economy. This alone is a tremendous source of pride for Nebraskans. National Agriculture Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on the important role producers play in America’s success story.”
Our nation faces unprecedented economic challenges, and rural communities are certainly not immune. Agriculture plays a critical role in the economic outlook of Nebraska, and certainly our country and the entire world. In fact, the typical Nebraska farmer feeds 155 people per year, a great source of pride for our state. So, it goes without saying the next Farm Bill is critically important to Nebraska’s agriculture economy, and we must get it right.
Washington, DC – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) has announced the first in a series Farm Bill Listening Tour stops to hear from constituents and answer questions about the future of agriculture policy. In addition, Smith is launching a webpage as a resource for constituents interested in learning more about the next Farm Bill and the upcoming listening tour: https://adriansmith.house.gov/FarmBill.