Big Quote by Mike Johanns
“The big producer is going to figure out how to deal with whatever the rules are, but the little guy who is running a few hundred units or maybe feeding 1,500 cattle a year, how will they ever comply with these requirements?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Agricultural Policy Forum, 2015
Large producers adapt to rules, but small producers struggle to meet compliance.
In simple terms: Big firms cope, small ones may not.
Support small producers with realistic regulations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- farm management
- government subsidies
- industry standards
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can rules be fair for all scales?
- What support helps small producers comply?
Regulations may be too burdensome for small farms.