Browsing Current Extension Publications Archive by Subject "Agricultural policy"

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    • Agricultural Trade and the U.S. Economy 
      McCorkle, Dean; Taylor, Timothy G.; Fairchild, Gary F.; Harris, Harold M.; Rosson, C. Parr (1999-06-23)
      As U.S. government support to agriculture declines, understanding the economic impacts of agricultural trade and how markets and competition are affected will take on added importance for farmers, agribusinesses, policy ...
    • Agriculture Taxes in Texas 
      Jones, Lonnie L.; Stallmann, Judith I. (2002-02-18)
      This publication explains the tax exemptions and special provisions available to Texas farmers, ranchers and agribusiness managers and the effect of those exemptions on state and local governmental revenues.
    • Cheese Prices 
      Schwart Jr., Robert B.; Anderson, David P.; Knutson, Ronald D. (2003-08-25)
      Cheese prices are derived from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Market News, the National Agricultural Statistics Service, and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. This publication explains the process of cheese pricing. ...
    • Environmental Laws Affecting Farmers and Ranchers 
      McEowen, Roger A. (1999-06-23)
      The United States tries to handle environmental problems primarily by regulating the use of natural resources. This affects farmers and ranchers in many ways. This publication discusses the various federal regulatory ...
    • The Intersection of Farm Credit and Farm Policy 
      Knapek, George M.; Klose, Steven; Raulston, James M. (2009-03-26)
      This publication examines the way the 2008 Farm Bill and the uncertain credit market may affect each other. It discusses the connection between credit and policy.
    • Milk Pricing 
      Anderson, David P.; Haigh, Michael; Stockton, Matthew; Schwart Jr., Robert B. (2001-09-10)
      This publication discusses the federal orders that govern the marketing of milk. The production location and form of the milk product affect the way it is priced. The different classes of milk and their prices are explained ...
    • North American Free Trade and U.S. Agriculture 
      Rosson, C. Parr; Benson, Geoffrey A.; Moulton, Kirby S.; Sanders, Larry D. (1999-06-23)
      The use of trade agreements to achieve both domestic and international trade policy objectives is increasing. This may cause either more market access and rising exports, or more import competition and lower prices. This ...
    • Particulate Matter: What is it and Why does it Matter to Agriculture? 
      Mukhtar, Saqib; McGee, Russell (2009-04-16)
      Particulate matter is the dust and other small particles that are suspended in the air. The Environmental Protection Agency regulates particulate matter because it can cause health problems when inhaled. This publication ...
    • Pasture, Rangeland and Forage Risk Management Insurance Pilot Program Continues 
      Pena, Jose G.; Bevers, Stan; Thompson, Bill (2007-10-29)
      A new insurance program is available from USDA to protect producers from the loss of forage produced for grazing or harvested for hay. Insurance polices may be purchased through local crop insurance agents until November ...
    • U.S. Agriculture and International Trade 
      McCorkle, Dean; Benson, Geoffrey A.; Marchant, Mary; Rosson, C. Parr (1999-06-23)
      International markets are important for many U.S. farm products and greatly affect U.S. agriculture. This publication discusses the causes of import change, the export product mix, major markets, and markets of the future.