[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 14 (Wednesday, January 21, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H1131]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            SUPPORTING EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA'S AGRICULTURE

  (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, eastern North Carolina 
farmers are facing a crisis. Over the past few years, our farmers have 
been hit by a perfect storm of drought, soaring input costs, and 
growing trade uncertainty. When our farmers don't have a clear backup 
plan or real support, then family farms and rural jobs are put at risk.
  Some say: Congressman, why do you talk about farmers so much?
  It is this simple. When farmers struggle, local businesses and entire 
communities feel the impact.
  Our State's agricultural economy faces a potential $1.9 billion hit 
if things don't improve. That economic hit would devastate our cotton, 
sweet potato, peanut, corn, and soybean farmers, tobacco farmers, and 
pork and poultry producers.
  We need bold, comprehensive action that lowers costs, expands market 
access, strengthens disaster recovery, addresses labor concerns, and 
stands up for our farm families.

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