Impact

Agriculture impacts society in many ways, including: supporting livelihoods through food, habitat, and jobs; providing raw materials for food and other products; and building strong economies through trade.

Agriculture can have a significant effect on the economy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service reports that agricultural and food sectors provided 10% of all U.S. employment in 2020 — nearly 20 million full- and part-time jobs. .

The agriculture industry offers an expansive range of economic benefits, both domestically and internationally. By playing a major role in a nation's revenue and international trade prospects, raw materials from agriculture generate a significant portion of the national income for any country.