Derrick Van Orden: “Until we start lowering these energy costs, our food costs…”

“The agriculture industry is one thing that affects every single American, regardless of any demographic. Rich, poor, Republican, Democrat, independent, we have to eat. And Until we start lowering these energy costs, our food costs are going to remain high. And it's unacceptable. This tour, giving Mr. Van Orden a chance to talk with Wisconsin farmers about what they're seeing in the industry and what they need.” (00:38–00:43)

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