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Rep. Doug LaMalfa with Tristan Daedalus of Baker Commodities.
Rep. Tracey Mann was the featured speaker at the Fly-In congressional reception.
his continued support for the rendering industry’s mission.
“We are especially grateful to Rep. Mann for joining us and for his ongoing commitment to rendering, agriculture and rural communities,” said NARA President Kent Swisher. “His leadership is instrumental as we work to ensure our industry remains a vital part of the agricultural supply chain.”
Mike Glenn, Rep. Gary Palmer of Alabama, Micah Salsman and Franklin Moore, both of BHT ReSources.
Kent Swisher, NARA president and CEO, with Rep. Carol Miller and Mike Glenn.
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Matthew Burkhardt, Rep. Scott DesJarlais of Tennessee and Mike Glenn.
NARA also extended its sincere thanks to Reps. Doug LaMalfa, R-California, and Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, for attending the reception and engaging with members on pressing industry issues. Their participation reflects the broad congressional support for the rendering industry and its contributions to sustainability, biosecurity and economic resilience.
The annual Fly-In remains a cornerstone of NARA’s advocacy efforts, reinforcing the importance of direct member engagement in federal policymaking. As Congress continues to shape legislation impacting agriculture and the environment, NARA will remain a trusted voice in Washington, D.C., working to advance policies that benefit the rendering industry and the communities it serves. R
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