date:Jan 17, 2013
inary resilience of our producers and the importance of a safety net for agriculture.
In that vein, Vilsack said he and the department will continue to push for passage of a five-year farm bill.
Along with a strong and viable safety net, key components of the legislation are provisions related to reforming credit and conservation programs and continuing the countrys commitment to enhancing trade. Research and biofuels will be important elements, too.
Vilsack also focused on rural America, urg