85 Quotes by Mike Johanns

We don't want this generation of young people to be the first generation that lives fewer years than their parents,

This report will provide the first USDA assessment of the effects of Hurricane Katrina on our farmers and ranchers, ... While it will take some time to determine the full impact of both the hurricane and drought, this report will give us some insight into the extent of the damage.

There has been $150 million to $200 million put into the hurricane recovery effort already,

While this is a not food safety issue, this is a unacceptable failure on our part to meet the requirements of our agreements with trading partner Japan. As I said, we take this matter very seriously, recognizing the importance of beef export markets. We are acting swiftly and firmly.

There is no justifiable reason for borders to be closed to U.S. beef,

We fully expect to be a key player in the next farm bill, ... could possibly result in a specific proposal.

We are very concerned with the level of childhood obesity, ... We don't want this generation of young people to live fewer years than their parents.

Vessels are moving on the river. Vessels are being loaded today, literally as we speak,

USDA is committed to supporting producers throughout long- and short-term recovery,