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Beginning Farmers and Ranchers

A closer look at the numbers and characteristics of beginning farmers and ranchers

Access to Affordable and Nutritious Food

Summary of findings from a national-level assessment of the extent and characteristics of food deserts--areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious food

Outlook Food and Farm Markets

Commodity, trade, food price, farm income, and farm finance outlook




Past features...

June 2009

Federal Estate Taxes Affecting Fewer Farmers but the Future Is Uncertain

Food Policy: Check the List of Ingredients

A Weakening Global Economy Interrupts Agricultural Trade

How Tightly Has China Embraced Market Reforms in Agriculture?

ERS Interactive Chartbook Flash Application


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Updated date: Jul 01, 2009