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Agriculture Quote by John F. Kennedy

“A technological revolution on the farm has led to an output explosion--but we have not yet learned to harness that explosion usefully, while protecting our farmers' right to full parity income” quote by John F. Kennedy
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“A technological revolution on the farm has led to an output explosion--but we have not yet learned to harness that explosion usefully, while protecting our farmers' right to full parity income”

John F. Kennedy

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Source Speech: Agricultural Technology Conference, 1962

Technological advances have increased output, but society hasn't yet learned to use them responsibly while ensuring fair farmer income.

In simple terms: Tech boosts output; fairness lagging.

Key Takeaway

Seek equitable tech policies.

Themes

technology agriculture economics fairness

Mood

concerned optimistic

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • farm management
  • policy making
  • income equity

Key Concepts

sustainability policy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can ensure fair farmer income?
  • How to align tech growth with equity?
A Different Perspective

Balancing profit and farmer rights is complex.

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