A recent Time magazine article discussed the profession of farming in the United States. The theme of this article was the affluence of some farmers, and the fact that it is a very profitable career to have
Discuss this fact, now that you are informed on some of the subsidies that traditional agriculture receive. Keep in mind, also, the value of crop production and farming to our country. Weigh also the profitability of such careers as being a professional athlete, an actor or actress, a celebrity, a Wall Street CEO, and include comments on this as part of your answer.
What will be an ideal response
Answers to this question will vary widely. The point of this question is having the student think about a reasonable solution to the idea of subsidies for farmers, and yet also consider the value of this profession to our country. Grading should be based on the quality and clarity of writing and the presentation of reasonable solutions that are in line with the themes of sustainability.
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