[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 155 (Wednesday, September 9, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S5479]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              IOWA FARMERS

  Mr. GRASSLEY. Madam President, this year has been one of the most 
challenging years for Iowa farmers during my 40 years in the Senate. 
Farmers have had to confront coronavirus supply chain disruptions, 
widespread drought, and a record windstorm that moved across our State.
  During my 99 county meetings, I saw Iowa fields that were completely 
destroyed--150 miles long and 40 miles wide. The images of mature crops 
lying flat on the ground were heartbreaking. Iowans are a very 
resilient people, but the hurt the farmers have endured this year will 
be felt in our State for a few years to come.
  Senator Ernst and I will keep fighting to strengthen Iowa's farm 
economy despite this year's very challenging situations.
  I yield the floor.

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