[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 129 (Thursday, September 26, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1386]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  NATIONAL FARM SAFETY AND HEALTH WEEK

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                            HON. TED S. YOHO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2013

  Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor all of the 
farmers, ranchers, farm hands, veterinarians and families who work 
tirelessly and have dedicated their lives to our nation's agriculture.
   As the 2013 National Farm Safety and Health week comes to a close, I 
am reminded of the tireless dedication to the safe and best practices 
that our farmers and ranchers employ while providing not just our 
nation's breakfast, lunch and dinner but the world's as well.
   As a large animal veterinarian, I have had the privilege of working 
alongside some of the best and hardest working Americans in the country 
who are typically referred to as salt of the earth type folks. I 
recognize that it is no easy task to feed the United States let alone 
the world as well, which is why it is so important to keep our farmers 
and ranchers safe.
   The Department of Labor identifies the agricultural sector as the 
most dangerous industry in America. As technology improves and we are 
able to better share best practices, I encourage everyone to do their 
part to promote the importance of safety in the agricultural industry.
   America is known as the bread basket of the world thanks to all our 
hardworking ranchers and farmers. Thank you all for continuing to build 
and promote a better, safer and more productive industry.

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