The Roles of Economists in the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service
Administrative Publication No. (AP-031) 24 pp.,
January 2009
Among the many responsibilities of USDA are implementing the Food Stamp Program and other food and nutrition assistance programs; managing Federal forest land; implementing standards of humane care and treatment of animals; providing incentives for adopting wildlife habitat enhancements and other conservation practices; participating in trade negotiations; ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and eggs; providing funds for rural business development; and implementing farm programs legislated by Congress. The Department has a broad mandate, and virtually everything with which it is charged has economic dimensions. It is not surprising, then, that USDA employs over 800 economists across 16 of its agencies.
Keywords: economics, economist, research, employment, USDA, ERS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service
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Updated date: January 2, 2009
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