Cotton Production and Support in the U.S

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Reviews U.S. cotton production and market revenue, and describes U.S. and foreign cotton production subsidies, in light of recent cotton subsidy trade disputes. Examines costs of cotton production,...

Reviews U.S. cotton production and market revenue, and describes U.S. and foreign cotton production subsidies, in light of recent cotton subsidy trade disputes. Examines costs of cotton production, compares U.S. crop year farm revenue and production costs, discusses challenges to U.S. cotton subsidies, and provides details on U.S. cotton support programs, including price supports, crop loss insurance, and export assistance. Includes tables and graphs.

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