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The US population grew rapidly and forced farms to enhance their techniques to be more efficient. One farmer supplies food for 100 people.
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The US sold more food and fiber to the world than were imported. This created a positive agricultural trade balance.
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This act provided government grants for the research and development of biofuels and biobased products.
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China became the 143rd member of WTO. WTO establishes rules for global trade.
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This amended the National School Lunch Act to encourage improved access to local foods in schools.
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The ARS created a coating for apples to keep them fresh.
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The ARS developed cotton wound dressing for use by patients with chronic wounds. This development will benefit cotton farmers by increasing the volume of cotton products.
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Food prices around the world increased dramatically, creating a global crisis. This created riots worldwide.
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A farm bill that was passed in an effort to continue government subsidies on agricultural production, research, and other issues.
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Obama puts forth several efforts to support rural communities and help them prosper.
