The Economics of Food, Farming, Natural Resources & Rural America from USDA's Economic Research Service (ERS).
Washington, DC
Joined July 2009
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On #nationalpumpkinday, 🎃enjoy the health benefits of this gourd most associated with October. Pumpkins add an earthy, sweet flavor and creamy texture to recipes—like this pumpkin smoothie. They are also healthy additions to your diet as they contain germ-fighting vitamins and minerals, including potassium. Check out these ways to fuel up for fall at aglab.ars.usda.gov/the-nutri…
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Nearly 90 percent of U.S. census tracts are level or nearly level. Learn more in this Chart of Note: ers.usda.gov/data-products/c….
ALT Map of the United States with 2020 census tracts color coded by Area Ruggedness Scale.
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Join the USDA team!
USDA’s Economic Research Service is hiring Outlook Agricultural Economists in Kansas City, MO, at the GS-11, GS-12, GS-13 levels.
Apply by Oct. 22, 2026
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This Columbus Day, we recognize the courage, determination, and spirit of exploration that have helped shape our nation's history. 🇺🇸
That same spirit of perseverance and ingenuity continues to drive America's farmers and ranchers, whose dedication helps keep our nation growing.
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Originally celebrated in the 19th century as "Old Farmer’s Day" to mark the end of the harvest season, today remains a time to honor the hard work and resilience of American agriculture.
Happy #NationalFarmersDay! Take a moment to thank a farmer today. 🌾🚜
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🚨 Producers and residents in the path of Hurricane Isaias should prepare now. Be sure to follow food safety guidance and protect your pets and livestock.
USDA has programs that provide assistance in the wake of disasters. Our staff in regional, state, and county offices stand ready to assist as conditions develop and to support recovery. usda.gov/about-usda/news/pre…
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If you're in the path of Hurricane #Isaias, now is the time to prepare. ⛈️
Taking a few simple steps now can help protect your farms, families, pets, and food supplies when severe weather strikes.
🔗 For more resources, visit usda.gov/disaster.
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Join @usda_nass at the biannual Data Users’ Meeting October 14. The event is held to share recent and pending Statistical program changes and to solicit public input. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Visit nass.usda.gov/go/Data_Users for more information. #AgStats
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🌮Let's taco 'bout the farmers and ranchers who make Taco Tuesday happen!
From avocados and tomatoes to lettuce, cheese and beef, American agriculture helps bring every layer to the table. #NationalTacoDay
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☕️ We're staying out of The Great Coffee Debate. Whether you decide to bring coffee to an interview, one thing we can agree on is there’s a lot behind that cup of coffee—from the farmers who grow it to the global agricultural systems that bring it to your morning routine.
This #NationalCoffeeDay, raise a cup to the people, crops, and communities behind your daily brew. 🌱🧑🌾
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❗️SAVE THE DATE❗
USDA's 103rd Agricultural Outlook Forum will take place on Feb. 18-19, 2027, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, VA ! Join USDA’s Chief Economist who will unveil the Department’s outlook for the domestic agricultural economy and trade for 2027. Stay tuned for registration details!
#AgOutlook27
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💡 USDA just launched AgInsights - a new data tool that brings modern, streamlined data access to producers nationwide! This new tool will serve as a key component of @usda_nass' ongoing modernization strategy. 👇 usda.gov/about-usda/news/pre…
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New @USDA_ERS report documents the methods used to produce ARMS‑based forecast models for farm‑level net cash income & farm household income. Released three times per year, these forecasts offer insights into the financial well-being of farms & the households that operate them.
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Officially entering the 'ber months with September's freshest produce! 🍂🍎🍐
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U.S. pork exports projected to grow, remain higher than broiler chicken and beef exports.
Learn more in this Chart of Note: ers.usda.gov/data-products/c….
ALT Projected exports of U.S. pork, broilers, and beef, 2005-2035
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Producers are more likely to receive technical assistance for water quality and erosion than other resource concerns.
Learn more in this Charts of Note: ers.usda.gov/data-products/c….
ALT This is a horizontal bar chart showing the percent of U.S. acres in four major crops (soybeans, corn, wheat, and cotton) getting technical assistance by their resource concern.
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Summer’s bounty: U.S. production of seven popular pie ingredients nears $7 billion.
Learn more in this Chart of Note: ers.usda.gov/data-products/c….
ALT A pie chart, with art of crimped pie edges, of the value of U.S. production of popular crops used in pies (apples, blueberries, cherries, etc.) in 2024.
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Join the USDA team!
USDA’s Economic Research Service is hiring for a Research Social Scientist in Kansas City, MO.
Current opportunities:
GS-0101-12/13 - Apply by July 27, 2026
usajobs.gov/job/876195300
GS-0101-14/15 - Apply by July 28, 2026
usajobs.gov/job/876256400
