>Are farmers really that important? Only if you think eating is important. >We import a lot of food > In 2019, the United States ag exports account for $128.

>Are farmers really that important? Only if you think eating is important. >We import a lot of food > In 2019, the United States ag exports account for $128.718 billion with soybeans, beef, veal, pork, poultry and fresh and processed fruits and veggies topping the list. United States agriculture imports total $127.6 billion with coffee and cocoa, fresh and processed vegetables, and grains and feeds accounting for the majority. We're a net exporter. We import a lot of speciality foods (coffee/cocoa) grains and livestock feed. Doesn't sound too appetizing. >heavily subsidize farmers already. I believe we mostly subsidize farmers to not produce things as to not flood the market (see agriculture during Great Depression). Ethanol is an exception though.