In response to the comments from Mr. Miller, Mr. Steckle, and Mr. Gaudet, you're too right. Our industry is fractured, and it's very difficult to get everybody on the same page at the same time. That was part of what surprised us when we found, within very short order, that we had thirteen national-level organizations supporting a farmed animal health strategy and its recognition in the animal health policy framework, clearly, transparently, and with a clear recognition of who is responsible for policy development. We see these moments coming fleetingly, and we really welcome this committee's support in the clear recognition of that component within APF2.
On April 17th, 2007. See this statement in context.