544,000 small-scale US farms lost since 1981, with Vilsack raising concerns; new aid includes record conservation investments and diversified revenue streams, including carbon credits and renewable energy.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack highlights the loss of 544,000 small-scale farms in the USA since 1981 as the average farm size has increased. He questions whether the country is OK with this situation. The new aid includes the biggest investment in conservation programs in U.S. history, aiming to multiply and improve revenue streams for farms by selling not only crops and livestock, but also carbon credits, waste products, and renewable energy.
May 30, 2024
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