The goal is to normalize trade relations based on sound science and consumer protection.

There is a tremendous amount of support for the approach we have taken, which again is to base our decisions on risk analysis and thoughtful scientific process.

The industry is becoming very ready for animal identification.

Our job is to ensure that meat and poultry products are safe, wholesome, accurately labeled for the benefit of the American consumers, and to make sure that they are in compliance with all federal laws.

Growing up on a dairy farm, you certainly learn discipline and a commitment to purpose.

I ended up being the governor of a very ag state, Nebraska.

Blaming your faults on your nature does not change the nature of your faults. After growing up on a dairy farm, everything in life seemed easy