Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Late July Testimony

"During her testimony, Dawes urged the subcommittee to increase funding for the National Organic Program and fully implements education provisions. She also urged lawmakers to make removal of export trade barriers on organic food products a priority, and support provisions within a pending farm bill that support U.S. organic agriculture and businesses.

She also asked the subcommittee to take a position in favor of organic agriculture “to help make a positive impact on the food chain for generations."

..She cares passionately about the environment and sees organic foods as a choice people can make as a “gateway” to reducing our impact on the planet.

"It’s hard to know where to start,” she said. “Not everyone can afford a hybrid car."


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