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Natural Resources & Environment

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  • ERS conducts research on a range of climate change issues related to agriculture.

  • USDA's conservation programs are designed to help agricultural producers improve soil health, water quality, air quality, and wildlife habitat. These programs include financial and/or technical assistance to farmers who adopt, install, or maintain conservation practices on land in production—as well as programs that provide easements or contracts to remove land from agricultural production.

  • Consumer demand for organically produced goods has shown strong growth since the 1990s, providing market incentives for U.S. farmers across a broad range of products. ERS conducts research on a range of organic agricultural issues, including production, retail sales, market outlook, and trade.