[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 107 (Monday, June 21, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S4654]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH
Mr. BOOZMAN. Madam President, I rise in support of S. Res. 268 and of
our Nation's dairy farmers, processors, and consumers as we celebrate
National Dairy Month.
This National Dairy Month is especially important. This time last
year, the country was still shut down. The economy was in the middle of
a major shock, and the dairy sector, like so many others, had to
persevere. Dairy farmers bore the brunt of very low prices resulting
from the COVID-19 pandemic. Dairy processors had to pivot their entire
supply chain to meet new and unique demand for their products. While
managing these challenges, dairy processors continue to address food
insecurity caused by the pandemic by donating billions of dollars of
nutritious milk, cheese, yogurt, and butter to needy Americans.
Despite unthinkable pressures, the industry continues to hold on. By
no means are we out of the woods yet. Dairy farmers across the country
continue to face pricing challenges. This National Dairy Month and
every month, I encourage my fellow Members of the Senate and all
Americans to keep these hard-working farm families in your mind and
their products in your grocery basket.
Milk provides several essential nutrients and is the No. 1 source of
calcium, potassium, and vitamin D for Americans. Yogurt and cheese are
top sources of protein, magnesium, phosphorous, vitamins A and D, and
calcium. And my personal favorite dairy product--ice cream--is a
delicious, nutrient-dense treat that hits the spot during hot summer
days in Arkansas.
National Dairy Month is a wonderful annual tradition highlighting an
important sector and its contribution to the American economy and
dinner plate. I want to thank Senators Roger Marshall, Kirsten
Gillibrand, and others for bringing this resolution to the Senate floor
and for their steadfast service on behalf of U.S. agriculture.
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