Perspectives on the Future of Agriculture in the Midwest
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago held a conference to examine issues that will shape the future of agriculture in the Midwest. This conference gathered experts from academia, industry and policy institutions to discuss aspects of possibilities for agriculture and the Midwest. The goals of the conference included exploring factors that will impact the future directions of Midwest agriculture, particularly its composition and structure; examining the implications of the changing agricultural landscape for rural and urban communities, as well as industry; and discussing the policy implications and the role that policies play in guiding agriculture toward the future.