Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns gave a speech during this morning’s general session here at the Cattle Industry Convention and afterward he held a press conference.

He was asked about ethanol and the effect that increased production has had on livestock feed prices and offers some administration thoughts on the subject which include the promotion and development of cellulosic ethanol. He also was asked about using sugar to make ethanol with. Both answers are in this sound bite.

Download and listen to Sec. Johanns here: Mike Johanns Press Conference (2 min. MP3 File)