Thad has always been on the side of hardworking Mississippi farmers. A third of all jobs in Mississippi are linked to agriculture and forestry with more than 42,000 farms and roughly 30,000,000 acres of farm and forestland. Through his leadership on the Senate Agriculture Committee, Thad continues to advocate for programs that work for Mississippi farmers. He fights to reduce government red tape and save taxpayer dollars. Just recently Thad was one of the four negotiators on the new farm bill. The legislation slashed duplicative programs of all types almost in half and saved taxpayers $23 billion. Thad has also strengthened our ability to fight fraud and abuse in federal programs.
Mississippi farmers are among the best in America and annually sell over $1 billion worth of produce, fiber, livestock, and fish around the world. Thad continues to break down barriers in overseas markets so that Mississippians can compete on a level playing field and provide for their families. He also is ensuring that our food supply, whether produced in America or other countries, is safe to eat. Keeping Thad in the Senate will enable Mississippi's farming families and communities to stay strong and ensure that our country continues to enjoy a safe and affordable supply of food and fiber.