[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 184 (Wednesday, October 20, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H5705]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         NATIONAL FARMER'S DAY

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, last week, we celebrated 
National Farmer's Day. On October 12, we recognized farmers past and 
present for their hard work in providing our Nation and the world with 
food, fiber, and energy.
  It is a day to thank those who work by acres not by hours. Did you 
know that only 2 percent of the population feed and sustain the other 
98 percent?
  On National Farmer's Day, we can pay tribute to the men, women, and 
families who put food in the grocery stores and on our kitchen tables.
  In 2020, agriculture and related industries provided more than 10 
percent of U.S. employment. While National Farmer's Day has already 
passed, it is never too late to show your support or to thank a farmer. 
Consider visiting a local farmers market where you can buy directly 
from local farmers or spend a fall afternoon with the family at a pick-
your-own farm where you can get the freshest fall apples and pumpkins.
  Madam Speaker, it is important for us to thank our farmers and 
recognize their hard work not just on National Farmer's Day, but all 
year round.

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