Agricultural Policy In The United States

Author : James L. Novak,Larry D. Sanders,James W. Pease
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317611295

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Agricultural Policy in the United States by James L. Novak,Larry D. Sanders,James W. Pease Pdf

Agricultural Policy in the US: Evolution and Economics traces the foundation of US agricultural policy from its colonial roots to the present, using economic concepts to analyze and interpret political and economic consequences. Ancient Roman food and agricultural reform, English Corn Law and other historic examples of agricultural policies are included to show that agricultural policy has a long history and has been found necessary for governance throughout history. Processes employed to develop US agricultural policies, the structure and function of government that develops and implements agricultural policy, and the specific evolution of policy from the early twentieth century to the Agricultural Act of 2014 are included. Specific policies in past farm bills are detailed in order to track their evolution and economic effects. This textbook includes arguments for and against common tools of US agricultural policy. This debate continues today and can be seen in a gradual change over time from taxes and tariffs to risk management. Information presented does not attempt to influence the readership towards a pro or con position but rather to present information to help the readers to understand the issues related to agricultural policy in the US.

Author : Stephanie A. Mercier,Steve A. Halbrook
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030364526

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Agricultural Policy of the United States by Stephanie A. Mercier,Steve A. Halbrook Pdf

This book serves as a foundational reference of U.S. land settlement and early agricultural policy, a comprehensive journey through the evolution of 20th century agricultural policy, and a detailed guide to the key agricultural policy issues of the early 21st century. This book integrates the legal, economic and political concepts and ideas that guided U.S. agricultural policy from colonial settlement to the 21st century, and it applies those concepts to the policy issues agriculture will face over the next generation. The book is organized into three sections. Section one introduces the main themes of the book, explores the pre-Columbian period and early European settlement, and traces the first 150 years of U.S. agricultural policy starting with the post revolution period and ending with the “golden age” of agriculture in the early 20th century. Section two outlines that grand bargain of the 1930s that initiated the modern era of government intervention into agricultural markets and traces this policy evolution to the early days of the 21st century. The third section provides an in-depth examination of six policy issues that dominate current policy discussions and will impact policy decisions for the next generation: trade, environment/conservation, commodity checkoff programs, crop insurance, biofuels, and domestic nutrition programs.

Author : James L. Novak,Larry D. Sanders,Amy D. Hagerman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-05-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000586589

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Agricultural Policy in the United States by James L. Novak,Larry D. Sanders,Amy D. Hagerman Pdf

Agricultural Policy in the United States: Evolution and Economics traces U.S. agricultural policy from its colonial roots to the present, using economic concepts to analyze and interpret political and economic consequences. It also examines the processes by which agricultural policies are developed, and the government structure which supports the implementation of legislation passed by Congress. The book includes arguments for and against common tools of U.S. agricultural policy, without influencing the reader in a particular direction. Each chapter contains questions and exercises to support students’ learning, and technical economic material is contained in optional appendices. This second edition examines the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 and sets the scene for future policy developments. Additionally, it looks at trade wars and the impact of Black Swan events like the COVID-19 pandemic on agricultural resilience.

Author : United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee,United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Agricultural Policy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : LOC:00187001882

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Policy for Commercial Agriculture by United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee,United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Agricultural Policy Pdf

Author : International Monetary Fund
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781451931198

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The Impact of Agricultural Support Policies in the United States and Other Major Countries by International Monetary Fund Pdf

This paper examines the recent difficulties experienced in U.S. agriculture, and discusses the role played by government policies, in particular reviewing recent developments in those policies. Studies of the extent and costs of agricultural protection in the United States and other major countries are surveyed and possible effects of multilateral reform of agricultural policies are discussed.

Author : Bill Winders
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009-05-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780300156232

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The Politics of Food Supply by Bill Winders Pdf

This book deals with an important and timely issue: the political and economic forces that have shaped agricultural policies in the United States during the past eighty years. It explores the complex interactions of class, market, and state as they have affected the formulation and application of agricultural policy decisions since the New Deal, showing how divisions and coalitions within Southern, Corn Belt, and Wheat Belt agriculture were central to the ebb and flow of price supports and production controls. In addition, the book highlights the roles played by the world economy, the civil rights movement, and existing national policy to provide an invaluable analysis of past and recent trends in supply management policy.

Author : Michel Petit
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780896290525

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Determinants of Agricultural Policies in the United States and the European Community by Michel Petit Pdf

Evolution of agricultural policies in the United States and France, 1930-80; The U.S. Dairy production stabilization act of 1983; Confrontation between the United States and the European Community on International Trade of Agricultural products.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 746 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Agricultural price supports
ISBN : UCR:31210011376215

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Long-range Agricultural Policy by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture Pdf

Author : Vincent H. Smith,Joseph W. Glauber,Barry K. Goodwin
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780844750187

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Agricultural Policy in Disarray by Vincent H. Smith,Joseph W. Glauber,Barry K. Goodwin Pdf

Agricultural Policy in Disarray provides fascinating, detailed, and contemporary evidence of how rent-seeking by small, well-organized interest groups results in government policies that do little good and much harm.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Agricultural price supports
ISBN : NWU:35556040336844

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Long-range Agricultural Policy: April 21, 22, and 23, 1947 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Agricultural Policy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1300 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Agriculture and state
ISBN : MINN:31951D01913637O

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Policy for Commercial Agriculture -- Its Relation to Economic Growth and Stability by United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee. Subcommittee on Agricultural Policy Pdf

Author : PETER H.. ROSENBERG LEHNER (NATHAN A.),Nathan Rosenberg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2021-12-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1585762377

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Farming for Our Future by PETER H.. ROSENBERG LEHNER (NATHAN A.),Nathan Rosenberg Pdf

Farming for Our Future examines the policies and legal reforms necessary to accelerate the adoption of practices that can make agriculture in the United States climate-neutral or better. These proven practices will also make our food system more resilient to the impacts of climate change. Agriculture's contribution to climate change is substantial--much more so than official figures suggest--and we will not be able to achieve our overall mitigation goals unless agricultural emissions sharply decline. Fortunately, farms and ranches can be a major part of the climate solution, while protecting biodiversity, strengthening rural communities, and improving the lives of the workers who cultivate our crops and rear our animals. The importance of agricultural climate solutions can not be underestimated; it is a critical element both in ensuring our food security and limiting climate change. This book provides essential solutions to address the greatest crises of our time.

Author : Glauber, Joseph W.,Effland, Anne
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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United States agricultural policy by Glauber, Joseph W.,Effland, Anne Pdf

This paper examines the development of US agricultural policy and considers how it has affected US consumers and producers, as well as how US programs affect foreign producers and consumers within the context of the United States’ obligations under the World Trade Organization. Throughout its history, the United States has supported the farm sector through a myriad of policies affecting prices, production, and farm incomes. Although many of the policies put in place during the New Deal legislation in the 1930s were seen as temporary at the time, most have persisted in one form or another to the present day. And while many would argue that the form and function of today’s agricultural programs are less distortionary than before, the level of support provided to the sector is several billion dollars annually.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1944 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Agricultural price supports
ISBN : MINN:31951D017546727

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Long-range Agricultural Policy by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture Pdf

Author : Gerald D. Toland, Jr.,William E. Nganje,Raphael Onyeaghala
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781315459516

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US Agricultural and Food Policies by Gerald D. Toland, Jr.,William E. Nganje,Raphael Onyeaghala Pdf

Policy analysis is a dynamic process of discovery rather than a passive exercise of memorizing facts and conclusions. This text provides opportunities to "practice the craft" of policy analysis by engaging the reader in realistic case studies and problem-solving scenarios that require the selection and use of applicable investigative techniques. US Agricultural and Food Policies will assist undergraduate students to learn how policy choices impact the overall performance of agricultural and food markets. It encourages students to systematically investigate scenarios with appropriate positive and normative tools. The book emphasizes the importance of employing critical thinking skills to address the complexities associated with the design and implementation of twenty-first-century agricultural and food policies. Students are asked to suspend their personal opinions and emotions, and instead apply research methods that require the careful consideration of both facts and values. The opportunities to build these investigative skills are abundant when we consider the diversity of modern agricultural and food policy concerns. Featuring case studies and critical thinking exercises throughout and supported by a Companion Website with slides, a test bank, glossary, and web/video links, this is the ideal textbook for any agricultural policy class.