The Changing Face of Agriculture | Economics

PBS Learning Media
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Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
Prairie Public agriculture farming world markets cost weather North Dakota production profits equipment feeds efficiency
Subjects
History-Social Science
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Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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The Changing Face of Agriculture | Economics

The video examines agricultural life as it had been buffeted by world markets, federal farm policy, increased costs, and the weather. Efficiency is the most important factor for successful farming today.  Cheaper feeds, reducing equipment costs, diversifying and being creative have helped farmers stay profitable as agriculture changes.
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PBS Learning Media

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