Category Archives: Facts & Figures

March is Women’s History Month

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Mary Peabody

In preparation for Women’s History Month we thought it would be interesting to post a few facts: $36,278 The median annual earnings of women 15 or older who worked year-round, full time, in 2009, up 1.9 percent from $35,609 in … Continue reading →

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USDA Secretary Unveils 2007 Farm Bill Proposals

Posted on January 31, 2007 by Mary Peabody

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2007 – Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns today unveiled the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2007 farm bill proposals. The more than 65 proposals correspond to the 2002 farm bill titles with additional special focus areas, including specialty crops, … Continue reading →

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