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This week, I gave a speech on the floor of the United States Senate lauding the conservation title of the 2007 Farm Bill – the cornerstone of this landmark legislation. In my remarks, I stated that farmers and ranchers are some of our best stewards of America’s land and water, and that our Farm Bill must recognize and encourage the good stewardship practices from which we all benefit. I am proud to say that this farm bill does exactly that. Below is an excerpt from my floor speech, as prepared for delivery: “This is the strongest conservation Farm Bill in history – it builds on the 2002 Farm Bill by investing an additional $4.4 billion in conservation programs. It will deliver clean water, clean air, wildlife habitat, open space, and healthy ecosystems. “You can’t find a price for these commodities on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange like you can for wheat, corn, or soy – but we all consume air, water, and open space, and we all benefit from them. It makes sense that the Farm Bill should provide some incentive for farmers and ranchers to deliver these public goods, along with all the other products they grow. “…As I learned growing up on our ranch in southern Colorado, farmers and ranchers are some our best stewards of these resources. They want to take care of their land, and do what is right for the protection of our environment.” Click here for the full text of my remarks. Click here for audio of my remarks. Our Nation’s ranchers and farmers have an important role to play in the stewardship of our land and water. By enabling and encouraging them to assume that role, the 2007 Farm Bill will help bolster America’s efforts to protect and preserve more of our natural environment. I am proud to support this bill. Sincerely, Ken Salazar
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