The Evolution of U.S. Agricultural Policy

This chapter examines the development of U.S. agricultural policy from World War I through the Great Depression, focusing on governmental interventions like price support systems and their long-term effects on farming practices. It highlights the rise of industrial meat production and the decline of family farms, influenced by technological advancements and consolidation in the supermarket industry. Additionally, it addresses the implications of changing food quality preferences and the urgent need for more sustainable agricultural methods.