Agriculture in America

By: Khloe Rothenberger

What are the benefits of farming?
● It provides food and shelter
● It creates healthier soil
● It prevents erosion
● It creates jobs
● It creates better water preservation
● Maintains the health and population of livestock
THE IMPORTANCE OF FARMING

Without farming people would still have to forage and

grow their own food, in 1820, 72% of the American
population were farmers. Today, just 1.3% is responsible
for feeding America.

Not many people are aware that farming is

responsible for producing a lot of products we use
everyday such as, clothes, fuel, paper, and raw
materials.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF FARMING
CROP
Crop farming is the most important
part of agriculture.

Not only do the crops provide food

for us but for our animals too,
whether it be your pets or livestock.

You can grow just about any type of

natural food in a crop as long as you
have the right environment.
ANIMALS
Animals are a big part of agriculture and
can be farmed for their meat, dairy, wool,
and eggs (if its a chicken).

These are large groups of domesticated

animals and their purpose in life is to
repopulate and feed us.

This is a very difficult and emotional job

but one of the most rewarding.
LOGGING
Not many people think of logging as a part
of agriculture, but it is and it's just as
important as crop and animals.

Without logging we wouldn't have paper,

furniture, houses, etc.

Today, logging companies are required to

replant trees after harvesting them, this is
also very important because without trees
we wouldn't have as much oxygen.
Summary
Agriculture is one of the most important
contributors to the economy, contributing
about $1.1 trillion a year.

Right here in the midwest we have the

richest soil in the world and the best
environment that allows us to grow and
produce for the American people.

When you buy groceries, eat a meal, feed

your dog, or turn your heat on, don't forget
to thank a farmer.
SO GOD MADE A FARMER

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