Agriculture and the Environment AGR 203

Agriculture In many countries, agriculture is the most important industry

Agriculture Land is a very valuable, ___________________ resource Land is often the most important store of wealth

Agriculture What is agriculture? __________: one of the most visible components of agriculture Production of food and fiber; food and non-food products Plants/Crops Animals/Livestock

Agriculture What is agriculture? Some key non-food agricultural products Timber/wood and paper _________________/wool and cotton Leather Many industrial products derived from crops and livestock

Agriculture What is agriculture? Farm _______/supply industry Seeds Fertilizers Chemicals Machinery Real estate Credit

Agriculture What is agriculture? ________________ Transportation Storage Processing

Agriculture What is agriculture? _________________ Changing the form of the raw products to meet the needs and desires of consumers

Agriculture What is agriculture? _______________ Moving the products to the consumer for “at home” or “away from home” consumption

Agriculture So….. What is it?

Agriculture Defined Agriculture is the sum total of all operations involved in the _________________ and distribution of farm supplies; production operations on the farm; the _______________, processing and distribution of farm commodities and the items made from them. It is the _________________ commercial industry in the U.S. (and the world).

Agriculture Defined… More simply, agriculture is the production, processing and distribution of _______ and _______ for the benefit of mankind.

Why Study World Agriculture/Environment? Agricultural products are an important source of _____________ thus important to societal/cultural development— especially in countries where a large percentage of the population are farmers.

Agriculture in the Fertile Crescent developed around 9,000 B.C. Agriculture is the very foundation of civilization. Without agriculture, people are disorganized “hunters and gatherers.” The rise of agriculture in the form of food production and animal husbandry made it possible to store food _________________ and feed non-farming specialists. Why Study World Agriculture/Environment?

Fertile Crescent Development Five key crops Wheat—high energy/calories Barley—high energy/calories Peas—high protein Lentils—high protein Flax—source of linen/cloth Three minor crops Chickpeas; Grapes; Olives

Fertile Crescent Development Four animals—provide meat, milk, wool, leather, transport, power Sheep Goats Camels Pigs

Fertile Crescent Development The Fertile Crescent's first farmers assembled a balanced package for intensive food production that filled humanity's __________ __________: Nutrition (carbohydrate, protein, fat), Clothing, ________________, _____________. Asia’s Fertile Crescent  The Cradle of Civilization

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Why Study U.S. Agriculture/Environment? Agriculture accounts for significant share of U.S. employment 14.3% of 2002 employment in farm and farm-related jobs. ________ - composition by sector in the U.S. agriculture: 0.9% industry: 20.4% services: 78.6% (2006 est.) Value of US agriculture products sold by farmers: $200,646,355,000 ~53% Livestock; ~47% Crops

Why Study U.S. Agriculture/Environment? Agriculture brings money into the US Value of agricultural _________: $ billion (in 2006) Agricultural __________ $ billion (in 2006) $5,623 billion : Agriculture trade balance helps reduce the national trade deficit

($billion) Agricultural Exports Agricultural Imports Agricultural____________ ,24638,97412, ,65939,36614, ,11541,90911, ,56147,37612, ,38353,9777, ,95859,2823, ,94865,3255,623 Both Ag Exports and Ag imports increased. However, Ag Trade Balance has declined over the years.

The Importance of Agriculture to the Global Economy GDP in many developing countries comes primarily from ____ sources Some countries indicate over 80% of GDP is ag based with corresponding high percentage of population engaged in agriculture Economic progress in agriculture releases ________ for other sectors of the economy— move from ______________________ to commercial agriculture is a critical step in the development of a country’s economy

South East-Pacific Asia

People living in developing countries spend most of their income on food, whereas, in developed countries, people spend small percent of their income on food.

Percent of Income Spent on Food in USA In the US, consumers are spending less and less of their income on food expenditures. For example, in 2004, on average, an American consumer spent 9.5% of their annual income on food, leaving 90.5% of their income for other expenditures,

Africa has the most undernourished population.

Status of American Agriculture Generates approximately 21 million jobs (all sectors) 1 American farmer feeds 212 other people besides self US food expenditures are among the lowest in world Less than 10% of disposable income

What a dollar spent on food paid for in 2004 Farm Value: $155.5 billion 20¢ Marketing Bill: $633.4 billion 80¢ Consumer Expenditures: $788.9 billion For every dollar a consumer spends on food, small percentage goes to farmers. Remaining is pent on marketing activities. ______________________ is the percentage of dollar spent on food that goes to _________________ activities, including labor, advertising and taxes.

Both food at home and away from home expenditures increased over the years. In 2003, food expenditures away from home ______________ at home food expenditures.

Status of American Agriculture Ag production Due to efficiency of US producers we have abundant food which is ___________ Wholesome Inexpensive Approx. 1.5% of US population are considered “farmers”

Status of American Agriculture USA leads world in agricultural production 1st in _____________ 1st in __________

Almonds Blueberries Cow Milk, Whole, Fresh Cranberries Grapefruit and Pomelos Green Corn (Maize) Indigenous Cattle Meat Indigenous Chicken Meat Indigenous Turkey Meat Maize Nuts Sorghum Soybeans Strawberries String Beans Number 1 U.S. Commodities in the World

Status of American Agriculture USA leads world in agricultural production 2 nd in cotton 3 rd in wheat 4 th in beef

Status of American Agriculture Agriculture plays a role in national security Food Aid Commercial Trade Research/Education assistance

Main causes for food crises in Africa

Status of American Agriculture United States Department of Agriculture The “______________________________” Established 1865: President Abraham Lincoln

USDA Agencies Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS): AMS facilitates the strategic marketing of agricultural products in domestic and international markets while ensuring fair trading practices and promoting a competitive and efficient marketplace. AMS constantly works to develop new marketing services to increase customer satisfaction.Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Agricultural Research Service (ARS): ARS is USDA's principal in-house research agency. ARS leads America towards a better future through agricultural research and information.Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS): APHIS provides leadership in ensuring the health and care of animals and plants. The agency improves agricultural productivity and competitiveness and contributes to the national economy and the public health.Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) : CNPP works to improve the health and well-being of Americans by developing and promoting dietary guidance that links scientific research to the nutrition needs of consumers.Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES): In partnership with land-grant universities, and other public and private organizations, CSREES provides the focus to advance a global system of extramural research, extension, and higher education in the food and agricultural sciences.Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES)

Economic Research Service (ERS): ERS is USDA's principal social science research agency. Each year, ERS communicates research results and socioeconomic indicators via briefings, analyses for policymakers and their staffs, market analysis updates, and major reports.Economic Research Service (ERS) Farm Service Agency (FSA): The Farm Service Agency implements agricultural policy, administers credit and loan programs, and manages conservation, commodity, disaster and farm marketing programs through a national network of offices.Farm Service Agency (FSA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS): FNS increases food security and reduces hunger in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing children and low-income people access to food, a healthy diet, and nutrition education in a manner that supports American agriculture and inspires public confidence.Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS): FSIS enhances public health and well- being by protecting the public from foodborne illness and ensuring that the nation's meat, poultry and egg products are safe, wholesome, and correctly packaged.Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS): FAS works to improve foreign market access for U.S. products. This USDA agency operates programs designed to build new markets and improve the competitive position of U.S. agriculture in the global marketplace.Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Forest Service (FS): FS sustains the health, diversity and productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.Forest Service (FS)

Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA): GIPSA facilitates the marketing of livestock, poultry, meat, cereals, oilseeds, and related agricultural products. It also promotes fair and competitive trading practices for the overall benefit of consumers and American agriculture. GIPSA ensures open and competitive markets for livestock, poultry, and meat by investigating and monitoring industry trade practices.Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) National Agricultural Library (NAL): NAL ensures and enhances access to agricultural information for a better quality of life.National Agricultural Library (NAL) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS): NASS serves the basic agricultural and rural data needs of the country by providing objective, important and accurate statistical information and services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and public officials. This data is vital to monitoring the ever-changing agricultural sector and carrying out farm policy.National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS): NRCS provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain and improve our natural resources and environment.Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Risk Management Agency (RMA): RMA helps to ensure that farmers have the financial tools necessary to manage their agricultural risks. RMA provides coverage through the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, which promotes national welfare by improving the economic stability of agriculture.Risk Management Agency (RMA) Rural Development (RD): RD helps rural areas to develop and grow by offering Federal assistance that improves quality of life. RD targets communities in need and then empowers them with financial and technical resources.Rural Development (RD)

Illinois Agriculture Employs approximately 13% of the workforce 73,000 farms—almost all are family operations Utilizing 77% of the total land area in the state (27,310,000 acres) 90% of the land in IL could be used for _________________ agriculture

Illinois Farm/farmer Averages 2002 Values 55.1 years old value of assets: $1,199,210 value of products sold $117,589 expenses $85,227 net $32,362

Illinois Farmer—2002 Values 64% said farming was their principal occupation Average farm size: 374 acres Average price of 1 acre of farm land: $2,425 (but has been increasing markedly since 2002)

Agriculture Production in Illinois and State Rank (2004) Corn: 2,088,000,000 bu (2nd) Soybeans: 499,950,000 bu (1st) Hogs and pigs marketed: 8,753,000 head (4 th )

Agriculture Production in Illinois and State Rank (2004) Cattle and calves marketed: 516,000 head (4 th ) Sheep and lambs marketed: 47,000(24 th ) Milk production: 1,967,000,000 lbs (20 th )