Press Release
☷Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Statement on the Release of the 2022 Census of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Agriculture ( By Press Release office)
Feb 15,2024
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Hey guys , Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack had some things to say today about the new Census of Agriculture report . He basically emphasized the need for agriculture policies that support small - and mid - sized farms and create multiple income streams . The last five years have been tough for farmers , with trade wars , the pandemic , and a "get big or get out" mentality driving people away from farming . This is not good for our rural communities or our food system . But the Biden - Harris Administration is doing some cool stuff to help out . They ' re working to increase meat and poultry processing capacity in every state , supporting local food systems , and promoting renewable energy and ecosystem markets . These efforts are making farming more viable for the next generation and making our food system more resilient . And guess what? It seems to be working! Farm income is up , and rural populations are growing again . But there ' s still work to do to make sure all farms , big and small , can thrive . This report is a wake - up call for everyone involved in agriculture policy – we have a choice to make . We can stick with the same old ways and continue shrinking our agriculture sector , or we can embrace a new model that creates more opportunities for more farmers . The choice is ours . #USDA is all about equal opportunity .
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