Number: RS21652 Title: Farmers Markets: The USDA Role Authors: Geoffrey S. Becker, Resources, Science, and Industry Division Abstract: Congress and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have created a number of programs aimed at promoting farmers' markets. Policy issues include the extent to which the programs contribute to the markets' success, and the need if any for additional governmental support. Pages: 6 Date: January 3, 2006