The increased spending power and changing eating habits of
China's 1.3 billion people are transforming the country's
food sector, creating new opportunities and challenges for
U.S. farmers.
Policymakers strive to make efficient use of taxpayer dollars
in the design and administration of USDA's food assistance
programs. Balance must be struck between keeping costs low
and serving program goals.
The transition from welfare to work is proving more difficult
in rural than in urban areas, especially in remote, sparsely
populated areas where job opportunities are few.