[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 51 (Friday, March 23, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E619]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY

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                           HON. ADRIAN SMITH

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 22, 2007

  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, today is National Agriculture 
Day. National Agriculture Day occurs every year on the first day of 
Spring. This is a week when we honor agriculture for providing safe, 
abundant and affordable products, a strong economy, a source of 
renewable energy, and a world of job opportunities.
  It goes without saying that agriculture is tremendously important to 
my district and the nation as a whole, and I hope you join me in 
celebrating everyone who works so hard to provide for the world.
  The Third District of Nebraska is one of the largest agricultural 
districts in the country. Our district ranks first in the value of 
sales of grains and oilseeds, second in total value of agricultural 
products sold, and first in cattle and calve inventory.
  Simply put: Agriculture matters. National Agriculture Week is about 
celebrating the impact the industry has on our State, our Nation, and 
our everyday lives. I'm proud to represent the Third District of 
Nebraska, a district that truly embodies the spirit of this 
celebration.

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