Title: Explain the purposes and roles of federal agricultural agencies.
Course: Applied Agricultural Concepts (18002-I) > Section: Identifying the Purposes and Roles of Agricultural Agencies

Explanation should include the types of agencies, the missions and visions of agencies, and the influence of agencies upon the local community. Some agencies include

- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and its agencies (e.g., service center)
- Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are three federal agricultural agencies that affect agricultural enterprises? What are their purposes and roles?
- What resources do these agencies provide for local residents?
- What types of regulations are these federal agencies responsible for?