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Why does the government subsidize these specific crops?

Asked by GloPro (8404points) April 23rd, 2014 from iPhone

Inspired by this question from yesterday, may I present the top 9 US government subsidized crops.

Why grow anything not on this list if the government will ensure you a profitable year as a farmer/rancher? Corn is #1, and 90% of all corn is GMO.

What are your thoughts on the reasons the United States government subsidizes these particular items? Why not subsidize fruits and vegetables for consumption?

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