Statistic: Rural Economy & Population
April 01, 2006

Research Areas

Markets and Trade

Brazil's share of world broiler exports rises dramatically
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Diet and Health

In 2004, more soft drinks and bottled water were purchased in eating places than in retail stores
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Farms, Firms, and Households

California and Washington are top States in certified organic fruits and vegetables
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U.S. certified organic fruit and vegetable acreage, 2003
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Rural America

Nonmetro areas have a low share in the rapidly growing producer services sector
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Nonmetro earnings per job have risen, but not in pace with meto earnings
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