[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 12 (Tuesday, January 21, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Pages S277-S278]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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  RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CATFISH FARMERS OF ARKANSAS

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 50th 
anniversary of the Catfish Farmers of Arkansas.
  Established in 1975, members of the Catfish Farmers of Arkansas 
include producers, suppliers, businessowners, researchers, educators, 
and many other stakeholders. Together, they work to ensure the success 
of the catfish industry in both the Natural State and nationwide.
  The Catfish Farmers of Arkansas has made enormous strides advancing 
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unique interests over five decades by providing regular industry 
updates, supporting research, and promoting policies that support 
producers. The association has demonstrated time and time again its 
invaluable role on behalf of catfish farmers across the State.
  As the birthplace of the commercial catfish industry, Arkansas has 
had a long and proud history with catfish production. Today, catfish is 
the leading aquaculture good in the United States, and the Natural 
State continues to be a top producer. This legacy of catfish production 
is widely appreciated and recognized by Arkansans.
  In honor of its 50th anniversary, the Catfish Farmers of Arkansas 
will host the 2025 annual convention for the Catfish Farmers of 
America. By bringing in catfish producers from across the region, this 
event will honor both the present and past leadership of the Catfish 
Farmers of Arkansas for its efforts in elevating catfish production to 
consistently meet consumer demands for quality and availability.
  Congratulations to the Catfish Farmers of Arkansas on 50 successful 
years. I applaud the organization's continued support for catfish 
producers and look forward to working together further to advocate for 
the industry and our farmers.

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