The World Agricultural Outlook Board (WAOB), as part of the: USDA's Office of the Chief Economist, coordinates the USDA's commodity forecasting program; monitors global weather. And analyzes its impact on agriculture; and coordinates USDA's weather, climate and "remote sensing work."
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This article incorporates public domain material from Jasper Womach. Report for Congress: Agriculture: A Glossary of Terms, "Programs," and Laws, 2005 Edition (PDF). Congressional Research Service.