This article explores how agriculture and food systems have changed in the U.S. since World War II. It looks at things like farm numbers, incomes, and resources used. Researchers found that farms have become fewer and larger, while family incomes have generally risen. The prices farmers get for their products have varied over time. Agricultural productivity has increased, which affects how farmers work. The U.S. both exports and imports a lot of food. The government supports farmers and keeps track of food supplies. The cost of marketing and processing food has gone up. Overall, the article shows how agriculture and food in the U.S. have changed since the mid-1900s.