The USDA
Civics 101
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The Department of Agriculture - What Is It?
In 18 62, abraham lincoln created the department of agriculture in the midst of the civil war. This is a time when over half of americans were involved with farming. Grover cleveland incorporated into the cabinet in 18 89 and its purpose was to study seeds, animals, soil,. Anything to promote the production and support of the American farmer.
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