[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 82 (Friday, May 1, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E411]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING JAKOBS BROTHERS FARMS FOR ORGANIZING FARMERS TO DONATE 
           GRAIN IN EXCHANGE FOR DONATIONS TO AREA FOOD BANKS

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 1, 2020

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Jakobs Brothers 
Farms for its efforts in combating hunger in our district during our 
state and nation's time of need. This family farm is encouraging other 
farms to donate grains to local grain bins in exchange for donations to 
local food pantries.
  Organized by Jakobs Brothers Farms, grain donations from area farmers 
are being converted into supplies for local food pantries to help 
others during the coronavirus pandemic. At bins and elevators 
throughout Northern Illinois, Rock River Lumber and Grain, F/S Grain, 
and Gold Star F/S are taking grain donations, and in return donating 
the cost to local food pantries. I commend Jakobs Brothers Farms for 
creating this way to help those most in need, and I am proud of all of 
the work they are doing. I appreciate all they are doing to help local 
communities.
  It is because of leaders such as Jakobs Brothers Farms that I am 
especially proud to serve Illinois' 17th Congressional District. Madam 
Speaker, I would like to again formally recognize Jakobs Brothers Farms 
for their kindness and generosity.

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